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Gary A Thurlow
1978 - 2021
Gary A Thurlow
1978 - 2021
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Gary Thurlow Obituary
WORCESTER
Gary A. Thurlow, Jr., 43, died Sunday, December 19, 2021 in St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, after a brief illness.
He leaves his wife of eight years, Tonya L. (Curran) Thurlow; his mother, Lydia (Yanis) Simoneau, of West Boylston; a brother, Adam Thurlow; three sisters: Danielle and Kristen Thurlow, both of Worcester, and Rachel Turner, of Spencer; four step-children: Katelynn, Autumn, Mordecai, and A.J.; nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Gary was born in Worcester, son of the late Gary A. Thurlow, Sr., and was a recent graduate of the University of Phoenix, earning a B.S. in Psychology.
For many years, Gary worked as a Chef for Raytheon Corporation at their Marlboro location.
Gary was a huge Greenbay Packers fan who despised the New England Patriots. He enjoyed swimming, playing volleyball, darts, cards, and Chess. He was a selfless person who always went out of his way to help others. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and friends, and simply having a good time.
Funeral services are private. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the McNally & Watson Funeral Home, 304 Church St., Clinton, MA 01510. To share a memory of Gary, or to leave a message of condolence for his family, please visit www.mcnallywatson.com
Mark Bradby
March 7, 2022
Gary was an amazing and humble person- he was tireless in helping Lydia and Mark when they got COVID, and was the only one by Mark's side when he passed away. He showed compassion, caring, and humility; the world is poorer without him.
He made it there :) his dream.
Haley Doe
February 15, 2022
Haley Doe
February 15, 2022
My absolute love. I am sorry I wasn't able to say goodbye.
I am glad we were able to see the packers at Lambeau. I am glad to have spent the last year of my life with you.
To Tonyas children: he kept all your cards. I'm sorry, Tonya, I could find nothing of yours, but he did absolutely love your kids.
Brenda Thurlow
January 23, 2022
I'll never let you go Gary, You'll always be with me.
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Shawn Rigney
January 23, 2022
See you on the other side ML&R
Jen BiggerBigger
January 23, 2022
My heart breaks so much to have to say good bye. You will be missed deeply by so many. You were such a kind loving person. You always made me feel like family every time I saw you. I remember my birthday before last you was so happy to see me and hang out. I will mis you my friend.
Lynda AndersonAnderson
January 22, 2022
R.I.P you are and angel
Jamie Curran
January 22, 2022
I cant believe I'm writing this. Gary I will miss u always u were always family since kids then u married my sister n become my brother, ill miss our talks at the bars or just our laughs. We will miss u like no other I love you so much . To aunty Adam n my sister im so sorry n wish I could take ur pain away.
January 15, 2022
One more photo from Instagram.
Matthew Thurlow
January 14, 2022
Matthew Thurlow
January 14, 2022
Matthew Thurlow
January 14, 2022
Rest in Peace little cuz.
I found these on Instagram, and thought I post them.
Daniel
January 13, 2022
Rest in peace my brother .....
Robyn Liburdi
January 9, 2022
Gary, what can I say, you were one of the good ones, God took you as his Angel, and you were such an Angel here on earth to many of those you met.. now you must shine your light down from above and send all of them in the right path still bye young man for now, but I know we will meet again in Gods Heaven love ya kiddo R.I.P. Robyn
Jason LaMier
January 9, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us Gary is a valued and loved friend of many years. He leaves behind a treasure chest of memories that will keep him always present in the hearts and minds that he touched. His selfless empathy for others will forever define the man we know. He will live on through the gifts of his heart and mind that he has left to his beloved family and friends.
Barbara Campbell
January 7, 2022
My sincere condolences to all the family. I was saddened to read about Gary, taken from his family at such a young age. He was a student of mine at Naquag School in Rutland. May he rest in Peace.
Marianne Karrmann
January 7, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maureen Quill
January 6, 2022
Very sad to see this. Too young . I knew Gary as a polite, very pleasant young boy. Hoping Lydia and the rest of the family can keep.rhe memories close to gett them through this difficult time.
Michael Lauziere
January 5, 2022
Aunty Lydia, Adam, Kristen and Danielle.... Words can't express how sad I am for your loss. How sad we all are that this young man has been taken from us way to soon.
Gary was an amazing person, so kind and generous. He will truly be missed.
You're all in my thoughts and prayers ❤
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