John Henry Thurston's obituary , Passed away on August 19, 2024 in Orange, Virginia

John Henry Thurston

August 18, 1936 - August 19, 2024 (88 years old)

Orange, Virginia

John Henry Thurston's obituary , Passed away on August 19, 2024 in Orange, Virginia

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Preddy Funeral Home

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John Henry Thurston

August 18, 1936 - August 19, 2024 (88 years old)

Orange, Virginia

John Henry Thurston Obituary

The memory of John Henry Thurston (Orange, Virginia), born in Avon, New York, who passed away on August 19, 2024 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As John Henry departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved John Henry. Though John Henry may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Ruben Thurston and Susie Lewis Thurston. He is survived by: his wife Mary Virginia Maddox Thurston of Orange; and his children, Endolyn Munsel Merritt (Barry) of Glen Burnie, MD, Wanda Brown (Derek) of Chesapeake, Dondeallia Seana Johnson (Calvin) of Virginia Beach, Eric Marlon Thurston (Anita) of Chesapeake, John H. Thurston Jr. of Orange and Nathaniel T. Thurston (Theresa) of Las Vegas. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Preddy Funeral Home



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Aug 30

Funeral service

Preddy Funeral Chapel, Orange Rev

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Aug 30

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Preddy Funeral Home
250 W Main St, Orange, VA 22960

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Aug 30

Military honors

Culpeper National Cemetery
305 U.s. Ave, Culpeper, VA 22701

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