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Jean Lawrence Thurston of Keswick, died peacefully in her sleep at home on Saturday, January 9, 2010, after her courageous 26 -month battle with cancer.
She was born on November 14, 1947, in Roanoke, Virginia, the daughter of the late W. C. and Nira Ferguson Lawrence.
She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Myles D. Thurston; her son, Trent and his wife, Harmony, of Charlottesville; and her brother-in-law, Kenneth F. Thurston and his wife, Rebecca, of Wintergreen. She is also survived by her niece, Dana Thurston Patterson; and two nephews, Kenton and Ryan Quick and his wife, Vanessa.
Jean graduated from Lane High School and attended Averett University in Danville, Virginia. She enjoyed the friendship and support from a special group of friends in the Glenmore Community.
The family thanks Doctor Gordon Morris and his staff for their exceptional care during Jean's illness. Also, thank you to the wonderful staff of Hospice of the Piedmont.
To honor Jean's request, there will be no funeral service.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Also at Jean's request, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Marianne's Room, Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation, 459 Locust Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902, or Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville VA 22911.
Friends may sign the guest book at www.hillandwood.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Beverly Amato
January 13, 2010
Dear Thurston family,
I am saddened to have recently learn of Jean's illness and now her passing. Jean was a classmate at Lane High School and she is very fondly remembered. My heart goes out to you all, and you are in my prayers. God be with you to comfort you during this difficult time.
Beverly Dudley Amato
January 12, 2010
Myles, Trent & Harmony --
Was so sorry to learn of Jean's struggle with cancer and passing. My heart is with you all. Sending virtual hugs and kisses.
Ginger Cornick Coyle
January 11, 2010
Miles and Family - I think of Jean's smile. Jean's Lane classmates will be saddened to hear. She looked the same when I saw her in Giant as she did 45 years ago. Know my thoughts are with you and your family.
Susie Hokanson Kincannon
Ron Sheffey
January 11, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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January 11, 2010
Miles,
I hope Jean is at peace. I know she will be missed. I think I have told you about growing up beside the Lawrences and some good times we had. My condolences to you and the family.
January 11, 2010
Trent, Myles, & Harmony,
We were so sorry to hear about Jean. Please know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Woods Family
Barbara (Thurston) Tomlin
January 11, 2010
Dear Buddy and Trent,
May the beautiful memories of Jean live in your hearts forever. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Deb Toms-Helm
January 10, 2010
Dear Myles,
I am so very sorry to learn of Jean's passing.
Please know you are in my thoughts and have my deepest condolences at this time.
Judy and Philip Moore
January 10, 2010
Buddy and Trent, our prayers and thouhts are with you. We were very sorry to learn of Jean's death this morning.
Edie Sheerin Patterson
January 10, 2010
Dear Myles and Trent and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry to hear of Jean's death. I know how important she was to you, and also how important you all were to her. You have my deep condolences.
Ralph "Fully" Holland Jr.
January 10, 2010
Miles,
My condolenses and sympathy go out to you and your family. As you may remember, Jean and I grew up next to each other on Westwood Road. I still have fond memories of our younger years growing up in Charlottesville. I don't get to visit my old friends in C'ville as much as I want but our lives were bettered by having someone like Jean and her family in them. Stay strong and remember all of the good times.
Your OLD friend,
Ralph "Fully" Holland Jr.
Seaford, VA
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