Morpeth Herald 08/09/1916 carries the following:

Mr and Mrs Geo. Thompson, Blue Top Row, Cramlington, have been informed that their eldest son, Private Joseph Thompson, has been reported as missing since July 1st.

Morpeth Herald 24/11/1916 carries a brief obituary:

Mr and Mrs Thompson, Blue Top Row, Cramlington, have received news that their son, Pte. Jos. Thompson, who has been officially reported missing since July 15th, is now being reported as having been killed in action on July 1st.

ROLL OF HONOUR

THOMPSON.- Previously reported missing, now reported killed in action, Private Joseph Thompson, N.F., dearly beloved son of George and Isabella Thompson, No.8, Blue Top Row, High Pit, Cramlington.- Deeply mourned by his loving father, mother, sisters, brothers, and all who knew him.

He is remembered at Cramlington on The CWGC entry for Private Thompson