George Thompson, 49, died Thursday, February 9, 2017 in Grand Forks, ND. He was born June 4, 1967, the son of Cecil Burger and Clarice Thompson of Grafton, ND. George graduated from Central High School in 1986. Several years later he earned an Associates in Computer Drafting and Design, which he used while working for Dakota Fire to design fire suppression systems for many structures in this area. George is survived by his sister, Jeanette Lorenzen, and by his brothers, Larry Burger and Rod Burger, as well as by Rod's children, Jeremy and Heather. George was a kind and generous soul, and many more consider him family. He was a fine man and he will be greatly missed. Memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Amundson Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the start of the service.