of Keo, AR
February 15, 1935 - July 17, 2010
Joe Thomas Thurman, 75, of Keo, went to be with the Lord on July 17, 2010. Joe was born February 15, 1935, in Sylacauga, Alabama.
Joe was a graduate of Auburn University with a B.A. degree. He was a commercial artist and retired from owning Thurman Advertising Agency. He was an avid watercolor artist, a member of a Watercolor Association, staunch Republican and member of Keo Men's Breakfast Group and enjoyed hunting and fishing with family. He was a devoted member of Keo United Methodist Church.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert S. Thurman and Josielee Barganier Thurman.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Judy Cobb Thurman; one son, Greg Thurman and wife Nita of East End, Arkansas; one daughter, Elizabeth Edwards and husband Max of Tupelo, Mississippi; three grandchildren, Kailey and Seth Thurman of East End Arkansas and John Max Edwards of Oxford, Mississippi.
He had a special relationship with his brother-in-law, Dr. Jock S. Cobb and wife Jo; nephew, Dr. Chris Cobb and wife Brandi and grand nephews Andrew, Hayden and Brandon Cobb; and many special friends and relations.
The family will receive friends at the home, 165 Pecan Road, Keo, Arkansas.
Joe will lie in state at Roller England Funeral Home until time of service.
The family will have a private burial at Keo Cemetery followed by a celebration of Joe's life at 11:00 am Tuesday, July 20,2010 at the Keo United Methodist Church. The family request memorials to be made to Keo United Methodist Church, 294 West Highway 232, Keo, Arkansas 72083.
Funeral arrangements are by Roller England Funeral Home 501-842-3939.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/england
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19 Condolence(s)
Elizabeth Darr
Monday, September 13, 2010
I just found out about Mr. Joe's homecoming. All of us at Art Outfitters will miss him and the art community has lost a treasure. Your family will be in our thoughts and paryers.
Gary T McGhee
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Judy, I'm sorry for your loss. You probably don't remember me. My first teaching job was at England. I taught Agriculture from 69 til 74. I get the England Democrat mailed to me. May God comfort you and yopur loved ones during this time. Gary T
Rhonda Coleman Moreau
Friday, July 23, 2010
Mrs. Thurman,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Spann Reed
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Judy & Family,
Although I didn't know Joe, you and I go way back. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Susan O'Kelley
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Dear Judy,
I wanted to let you know how very sorry I am to hear of your loss. I always loved and thought a lot of you and Joe. You will be in my prayers.
Shawn Westbrook Turbyfill
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Liz, Greg and Mrs. Judy,
I will be praying for God to wrap his arms around you and help ease the pain.
Andrea H. Hughes
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Liz and Family,
I am praying for you during this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you with peace and strength today and in the days ahead.
Friend and Co-Worker of Liz Edwards
Itawamba Community College
CINDY NICHOLS
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Miss Judy, Greg, Elizabeth,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Joe. He was truly a gentleman and a good friend to all my family. He showed me how much he loved his family and his
church family. He will truly be missed by all that new him. My prayers go to you and all the family. I truly loved Mr. Joe as part of my family.
love to you all,
Cindy
Sandra W Carlisle
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Just to let you know we are remembering you at this time.
Cissy Henderson
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Dear Judy:
You, Elizabeth, Greg, and other family members are in our thoughts and prayers.
I regret that I didn't get up there prior to your losing Joe.
He was always a good and kind man.
God Bless you all!
Cissy and Billy
DaiTwan Walker
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Mrs. Thurman, you were always my best teacher and when I meant your husband, I thought he was awesome. You guys made the utlimate couple. He will be missed.
Yours truly,
DaiTwan Walker
Kim & David Hoffman
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Dearest Judy and Family,
We are so saddened by the loss of Joe. He was such a sweet, good, and kind man. We love your family so much and are so sad that we cannot be there with you today. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers and we will be over to see you soon. Love, Kim and David
Ann Poole
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Friend and Co-worker of Liz Edwards
Itawamba Community College
Genai Walker-Macklin
Monday, July 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sadness. Be strong and remember you are always amongst friends who truly care deeply about you. Love you.
LINDA CHADICK
Monday, July 19, 2010
JUDY,LIZ,GREG, AND FAMILY SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS,MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE AND GRACE AT THIS TIME. THE CHADICK FAMILY
wanda hartz
Monday, July 19, 2010
Judy, was so sorry to read the obit. of Joes. It brought back a lot of fond memories with you'all and Barbara and Arlin. Wanda
Cindy Wage
Monday, July 19, 2010
Dear Judy, Greg and Elizabeth,
It has been 30 years, but I still have fond memories of teaching at England Academy with you. I am so sorry about the death of Joe. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy Wage
Judy Dillow
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Dear Judy and family, my thoughts are with you all at this time.
Chuck & Judy Clark
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love your family very much.
Chuck & Judy Clark