James F. Thompson, 85 September 30, 2021 An antique collector who traded at the Brimfield Flea Markets MELROSE — James F. Thompson, longtime resident of Melrose, passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. He was 85. Born in Melrose on March 2, 1936, James was the son of the late Archer F. And Wilna (Shaw) Thompson. He grew up… We have switched to a subscription model for online access. Please purchase an Online Subscription in order to view this content.Subscribe Now!