Helen Mae Thurston

Helen Mae Thurston

Helen Thurston Obituary

Published by Woodward Funeral Home on Apr. 29, 2010.
THURSTON, Helen Mae, 57, of Mineral, passed away at her home Wednesday, April 28, 2010. She was born July 15, 1952 in Goochland County, Va. Helen taught in the local area for 30 years, having last taught at Goochland High School. She loved arts, crafts, and her flower gardens. Helen is survived by her mother, Myrtle Helen Thurston; her brother, Floyd Thomas Thurston Jr. and wife, Sue, of Manakin-Sabot; her three sisters, Irene Stewart and husband, Steve, of Maidens, Linda C. Armstrong and husband, Raymond, of Mineral, Shirley Thurston of Goochland; three nephews, Gabe Stewart, C.T. Stewart and Tommy Childress and his wife, Holli; three great-nephews, Spencer, Alex and Carter. She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Thomas Thurston. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. tonight at Woodward Funeral Home, 200 Fredericksburg Ave., Louisa, Va. 23093. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 30, 2010 at Greenwood Memorial Gardens, 12609 Patterson Ave., Richmond, Va. 23238, with Mike Bowles officiating. Online guestbook at www.woodwardfuneral.com.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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SANDRA PLEASANTS

June 9, 2010

I am just so shocked to hear of Hellen's passing. i grew up with
the Thurston's in Rockcastle and loved each one of them. Have lots
of happy memories of them and riding bus #5 to school. my
thought and prayers are with the family . RIP Hellen!

Chris & Vera Hartless

April 29, 2010

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Melody Zinn

April 29, 2010

Ms. Thurston was probably the kindest and most patient teacher that I have had the pleasure to meet. Even after my son graduated he would stop by her house for a visit. Her kindness made a big impression on him! She was a special person and will be missed!

David & Sharon Stone

April 29, 2010

For the Thurston family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Helen was such a wonderful person, and touched the lives of many children in Goochland county.

Sharon Browning Pollard

April 29, 2010

I know I haven't been in touch. We always wish we had remained close. Helen was a dear friend. I know she is in a better place.

Connie Mormon

April 29, 2010

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4

To the Thurston Family,
I worked with Helen when she was at Byrd Elementary School. She was such a beautiful person and a joy to work with. We shall miss her. God needed another beautiful flower to add to His garden, so He called her home to be with Him. I pray that you will stay anchored in the Lord and He will see you through this trying time.

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