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Alexander Thurston Obituary
He was born July 6, 1962, in Waterville to Ellery and Sibylle (Schmid) Thurston, and then moved to Skowhegan, where he graduated in 1981. He and his family then moved to North Muskegon, and he attended school to learn auto body repair. He was superior in his work and loved what he did.
In his spare time, he loved to restore cars, hunt, camp and especially golf.
On June 27, 1998, he married Kelly (Nash). They have two daughters, Shelby Nicole and Colby Diane, both at home.
Alex was a great father, full of love and unending patience. He was a member of Temple United Methodist Church and United Methodist Men.
He is survived by his parents, Ellery and Billy, of Hobe Sound, Fla.; a brother, Steven and wife Rebecca Thurston, of Columbus, Ohio, and their daughters, Somer (Christopher) Gilbert, Exer and Acadia; mother-in-law Marjorie Nash of Fruitport; sister-in-law Kimberly Nash and Matthew Tighe, and their daughter, Trinity, of Muskegon; and his best friend and golf partner, Brian Wiggins.
The memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at Temple United Methodist Church, 2500 Jefferson St., with the Rev. Robert Cook officiating. Visitation with Alex's family will be 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 13, at The Lee Chapel Sytsema Funeral Homes Inc., 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444, 231-798-1100.
Memorial contributions in Alex's name to American Cancer Society or Temple United Methodist Church will be appreciated.
Please share memories with the family online at www.sytstemafh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alexander Thurston
Chris and Sarah Knight
May 31, 2011
Kelly, sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My heart goes out to you and your girls!
Karen Slater
May 12, 2011
Dear Kelly and girls,
I am so very sorry. There is nothing anyone can say or do that will take away your pain but please know there are many who are standing alongside you as you travel the path of grief. Let us share the load in any way that we can.
God Bless,
Karen Slater
Patrick Belanger
May 6, 2011
Dear Thurston families, I was deeply saddened to hear of Alex's passing. He was a great friend through our high school years and I have good memories of our friendship. May God give you the stenght to get through this difficult time.
Denise Leathers
May 5, 2011
Alex was a good and genuine friend through school and I have great memories of happy times, laughter, skiing and growing up together. He has been in my thoughts over the years and has left this earth much too soon. My deepest thoughts and condolences go out to his family and friends.
Henry & Shirley Whittemore
May 5, 2011
Dear Ellery & Billie, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May you and your family feel the comfort of the prayers of your many friends.
May 5, 2011
Dear Billie & Ellery, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Alex.May God give you the strength to handle this.
Sincerely, Sue Gould, Windham, ME
Paula (Jenness) Johnson
May 4, 2011
Dearest Billy, Ellery and Steven...My deepest condolences in the loss of Alexander. Even though it has been many, many years, I fondly remember playing with Steven and Alex as a child. We lived on Kennebec Street in Skowhegan and you were friends of my mom and dad (Mary and Bob). My sister, Carla, and I were just talking and remembering you all within the past few months. We've often wondered over the years where you folks may have moved to. (Believe it or not, my grandson's name is Alexander and my son's name is Alex.) I am sending many prayers and thoughts your way. To your entire family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please take care and know that many friends, both old and new are thinking of you.
May 4, 2011
What wonderful memories I have of Alex. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Rella Collins
Dan & Melanie Adams
May 4, 2011
Dear Kelly, Shelby & Colby,
Our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. It was great to see you all this past summer. I'm sure Alex cherished the opportunity to share his memories of his childhood and days gone by with you all. May all your memories keep him in your hearts forever. Alex will be missed but never forgotten.
Rest in peace old friend, your life was too short.
Sheryl Netzler
May 4, 2011
Dear Kelly, Shelby and Colby, our hearts are breaking with yours, but yet there's joy just because we got to know your husband/Dad. We send peace giving, comforting energy to you every day. We're only a phone call away. Love you all!
Jill Brott
May 4, 2011
Dear Kelly ,Shelby ,& Colby,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband & Dad,Alex. My heart goes out to you. I remember how he was such a great Dad & so loved by all of you! You are in my thoughts & prayers...Love you guys!
Jill Brott
Bob and Cheri Bouwkamp
May 4, 2011
Alex you will be missed. But you will not be forgotten. Rest in peace. God Bless your family.
May 3, 2011
hi kelly shelby and colby i was so sorry to hear about alex he will be missed. you are in my prayers, if you need any thing even just to talk call me anytime. I love you guys bruce pam and patty
Jason and Wendy Talley
May 3, 2011
Alex was loved by many and will be sadly missed
Heidi Tice
May 3, 2011
Kelly, the whole family shares a deep lost for Alex. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the girls. Tice Family
Kristen Brown
May 3, 2011
Thanks, Alex, for showing us how to LIVE. You were always such a ray of sunshine when you came to visit us at the office. You lived every minute, you enjoyed life, and you made others feel brighter. You will be missed . . . until we meet again.
Judy Jacobs
May 3, 2011
Precious Kelly and ALex's Girls,
What a warrior your Alex was, and at the same time carrying himself with Grace and dignity! You are all in my heart and prayers.
Ron and Joni Canning
May 3, 2011
We will miss you Alex.
Kelly, if you need anything, please call Ron or I. God bless you and your girls.
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