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.
