Herbert A. Thompson passed away on New Year’s Day 2019 at the age of 67. Although not a member of the Linnaean Society of NY, he was known by many within the Society. Birding became a lifelong passion for Herb when he was in his forties. He was a life member of New Jersey Audubon and an active member of the Ralph T. Waterman Bird Club in Dutchess County. Also a member of the New York State Ornithological Association, he helped establish its New York State Young Birders Club in 2008, and served as co-chair for many years, mentoring teen birders on monthly field trips and guiding them as they competed in NJ Audubon’s World Series of Birding. He will be greatly missed by family, friends, and the birding community.
