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William Thurston Obituary

THURSTON, William Lewis Sr., of North Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord, on Saturday, September 15, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Susan H. Thurston; daughter, Charlotte T. Williams (Tommy); son, William "Bill" L. Thurston Jr. (Betty); grandchildren, Billy Thurston, Stephanie Wilson (Marty) and T. W. Williams (Jessica); great- grandchildren, Ashley, Karie and Chase Wilson, Carma Williams and Melanie Thurston. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday at Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Centralia Presbyterian Church, 4625 Centralia Rd., Chester, Va. 23831. Interment to follow in Centralia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Centralia Presbyterian Church.


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

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Sep. 16, 2012.

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Robin DeRubeis

September 26, 2012

Susan, I am so very sorry for your loss. Lewis was a one of kind gentlemen and will be missed by so many. I can remember coming to church with my Mom and talking with the both of you many years ago. I am Dottie Ford's daughter...I will be praying for peace and comfort for you during this difficult time.

Nita Welch

September 18, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

September 16, 2012

Mr. Thurston was my neighbor and good friend. He always told me to call him Lewis but I never did, he was always
Mr. Thurston to me and he always will be.
Tom Webster

Ken Thurston

September 16, 2012

I am so sorry that Uncle Lewis is gone. He was one of my favorite Uncles and he will be missed. We will pray for your family.

Emily Johnson

September 16, 2012

Dear Aunt Susan and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. You and Uncle Lewis have always been a wonderful example of love within our family. I love you all. Love Emily

Nancy Philpy

September 16, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Thurston was a very sweet man. Thinking of all of you at this time.

The Staff of Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service

September 16, 2012

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