Mesa, Arizona
Paul Norton Thurber died peacefully in his home December 8, 2006 surrounded by his family. Paul was born in Prescott, AZ on December 25, 1955. He is the son of Norton Albert Thurber and Virginia Lee Robertson, and the brother of Carolyn (Bruce) Voigt, Ann, and Barbara Thurber, all of Flagstaff, AZ. Paul grew up in Flagstaff, AZ, graduating from Flagstaff High School in 1973. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Washington, D.C. He later became an Engineer for Motorola. Paul's greatest joy in life was his family. He is survived by his dear wife of 28 years, Diana Lynn Hammond and their children, Melanie (Daniel) Gibson, Bryce James (Lara), Autumn, Daniel, Lindsey, Michael, and Adam. He was the proud grandpa of Maycie, Nathan and Ryan Gibson and Madison Thurber. Viewing will be at Bunker Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ, Tuesday, December 12, 2006 from 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services December 13, 2006, 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mesa South Stake building, 1415 E. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ. Sign the Guest Book at eastvalleytribune.com
This obituary was originally published in the East Valley Tribune.
Dear Thurber Family,
I was so sad to hear of your loss. I couldn't help but remember all the times I have come to your house and have seen Bro. Thurber. He was always so kind and thoughtful when I talked with him. He always made me laugh. I hope you know your family and especially Daniel are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless your family with comfort in this difficult time.
Ashley Hatch
December 13, 2006 | Mesa, AZ
Dear Diana,
I was just thinking about you and Paul the other day and then my mother-in-law emailed us that Paul had passed away. Lynn and I will always remember the first few months of our marriage living out in Palmerville in the apartments by you guys. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Thank goodness for the knowledge we have of being together forever. I'm sure Paul is finally free from pain and the limitations of his body. We love you.
Love Lynn...
Lynn and Brenda Eldredge
December 13, 2006 | Avondale, AZ
We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear that Paul passed away. He has been a big part of almost every life changing event that our family has had and we love him for it. We are going to miss him at Lexi's baptism next month.
Our deepest wish is that his family will know how much they are loved by their Heavenly Father, how blessed they are to know that this seperation is only temporary and that Paul's influence will always remain.
Teresa Stewart
December 12, 2006 | Queen Creek, AZ
Thurber Family, I know Paul is dancing in heaven, without a 'pain ridden' body to slow him down. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family We were blessed and honored to know Paul. What a great example of "enduring to the end".
Love, the Jones Family
Clay, Nannette, Klair, Kadi and
Elder Kyle
Nannette Jones
December 12, 2006 | Colorado Springs, CO
Paul was a big part of our family and he will be deeply missed. May he wait in peace for the rest of us.
Steve Hammond
December 12, 2006 | Tucson, AZ
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes
December 12, 2006 | Mesa, AZ
