Arthur Thomsen, 77, of Lansing, IL passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Carolyn Thomsen; beloved father of Debra Todd (Dwayne) Lewis and Lisa (Scott) Youdris; beloved grandfather of Zachary Todd, Lauren and Stephanie Gutraj, Carly, Madison and Noah Lewis; beloved brother of Bertha (James) Billups; many nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 17, 2016 from 2:00-6:00 pm at Kish Funeral Home, 10000 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN. Funeral service will be on Monday, July 18, 2016 at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Arthur will be laid to rest at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery at a later date. Arthur served in the U.S. Navy Submarine Service from 1958-1992 and served in the reserves from 1979-1993. He belonged to the NERA Fleet Reserves and was an associate member of the Silver Dolphin Club. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 1301 W. Vermont Ave. Calumet Park, IL 60827 in his memory would be appreciated.