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Robert Thurn Obituary

Thurn Robert A. Thurn, age 89, died on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Mother Angeline McCrory Manor and is now at peace. Born on May 31, 1924 to the late Alois and Bernadine Eckstein Thurn. Also was preceded in death by an infant daughter. He graduated from Aquinas College High School in 1942. A retired meat processor and partner of A. Thurn Sons Meats, he continued to work for his son at Thurn Specialty Meats until age 87. Proudly, he served in WWII as an Army cook, where he learned to bake with spontaneity. Robert loved words, literature, poetry and Columbus' history. Member of St. Xavier Society, American Legion Southway Post 144, and Blazed Trail Club. A longtime parishioner of St. Catharine of Sienna Catholic Church and former member of several area choirs. He leaves behind his loving wife of 62 years, Mary Wachinger Thurn; children, Teresa Thurn, Albert Thurn, Bernadine (Jerome Substanley) Thurn, Cecilia (John) Canestraro, Laura (Mark Thomas) Thurn, Rachel (Virgil) Comer, Anton (Sue) Thurn; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by brothers and sisters, Paul (Patty) Thurn, Margaret (Frank) Mathews, Leo (Betty) Thurn and Sister Carolyn Thurn, O.P. Sincere gratitude goes to all the staff at Mother Angeline's, particularly those on Four East, who provided exceptional care and kindness to both Robert and the family. His humble spirit, keen sense of humor and wry smile will be missed by all of his family and friends. Friends may call Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. BROAD ST., where a Prayer Service will begin at 3:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Catharine Church, 500 S. Gould Rd. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the St. Catharine - St. Vincent DePaul Society, 500 S. Gould Road, Columbus, OH 43209 or to Mother Angeline McCrory Manor at 5199 East Broad St., Columbus, OH 43213. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for messages of condolence.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 6 to Feb. 9, 2014.

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Lynn Tenwalde

February 25, 2014

Rest in Peace Mr. Thurn

Lauren Beno

February 10, 2014

May you all remember TriCounty and our Sunday picnics. Love.

Mike Jolley

February 9, 2014

Bob was a wonderful friend. Always positive . He loved to sing. The choir at St. Catharine Church lost a little of it's soul when Bob retired from it,

February 9, 2014

May his soul rest in eternal peace and the love of his friends and family.
Sister Thoma Swanson, OP.

Martha Cross

February 9, 2014

To the Thurn Family, our prayers are with you. From: John, Martha(Maurer), Brenna, and Brigid Cross

Rick and Kim Justus

February 9, 2014

May he live on thru all your wonderful memories and love in your heart. So sorry for your loss.

Colette Woolf

February 8, 2014

To the Thurn family, our thoughts and prayers, Love, Tim and Colette Woolf family.

Betty Priest (DiCesare)

February 8, 2014

Dear Mary, So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

RAY AND MARIAN HOFFINE (FINGER)

February 8, 2014

TO THE THURN FAMILY,
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. BOB LEAVES MANY GOOD MEMORIES.

Hope there is homemade, hand cranked, strawberry icecream in Heaven !

John Canestraro

February 8, 2014

Mary (Rick) Liddil-Hensel

February 7, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Our heart goes out to you during this difficult time and our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Laura Kirk

February 7, 2014

Bernie, Kelly and I send our condolences and will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. I know your dad was very special.

Robert Thurn and husband brother Paul Thurn. July, 2013. They shared a beer that day:)

February 7, 2014

Our prayers are with you at this time of your loss. Monica (Thurn) and Steve Walter

Mike and Amy O'Donnell

February 7, 2014

Aunt Mary and Cousins,
We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob's passing. I'm sure he is in a peaceful place and that you find comfort in happy memories.

He was way ahead of his time 35 years ago when he used to say "restaurant food will kill you". Also, when he touted the differences between freshly ground spices vs. those from the grocery store. I often think of these things and chuckle...he was one in a million. And Mike so enjoyed helping dissolve the business's in summer of 2012, commented on Uncle Bob's status as the family historian.

Much love to all,

Ed, Kendall & Justin Shonkwiler

February 7, 2014

To the Thurn Family:
We are so sorry to hear of your family's loss. May the strength of family and friends help you through this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chuck Campbell

February 7, 2014

Mary and all of the Thurn family: I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. I will not be able to attend because we are out of town, but you can be sure that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

February 7, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Al & Linda Zinn

Joe and Ruth Bigley

February 7, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Mary and kids, we are thinking of you at this time.
From: Joe and Ruth Bigley, Kenny and Judy

Chad Bowen

February 7, 2014

He was one of the special ones. Deepest condolences to the Thurn Family.

Judy & Geno Canestraro

February 7, 2014

You can all rest with the knowledge that Robert Thurn, a loving husband, father, mentor, and friend, enjoys the Joyful Mystery of Heaven, risen by the Love that awaits each one of you......

A wonderful memory XO

Elaine (Jacobs) Lahm

February 6, 2014

To our Thurn Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was such a special person who left a wonderful legacy. We are holding you close in our thoughts, prayers and hearts. Love, Elaine (Jacobs) and Joe Lahm

February 6, 2014

Mary and family - we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Polly and Mike Wagenbrenner

Yvonne Tenant

February 6, 2014

So sorry to hear about your father and father-in-law. Prayers to your family. - Yvonne

JUDY Klein

February 6, 2014

WE SEND OUR LOVE AND DEEPEST SYMPATHY. EMIL AND JUDY KLEIN (HENSEL)

Debbie Lepley

February 6, 2014

My thoughts go out to you and your family. I know you will miss him greatly but just know that he is now at peace.

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

February 6, 2014

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