Edward Dale Thompson, 81, of Berne and formerly of Bluffton, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at his residence. Edward was born in Bluffton on Jan. 27, 1943, to Donald R. and Wanneta Mae (Gallimore) Thompson. Survivors include two sons, Edward E. Thompson of Fort Wayne, and Robert (Cherrene) Thompson of Bluffton; a brother William…