Delphos Marion Fulton

Delphos Marion Fulton

Delphos Fulton Obituary

Visit the Thurman Funeral Home LLC - Sparta website to view the full obituary.

With heavy hearts, we announce that Delphos Marion Fulton passed away on September 30, 2025 at his residence of Sparta, TN. leaving a legacy of love for his family and his love for preaching the gospel at the age of 79. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama to George D and Lois Fulton on September 15, 1946.

Del was preceded in death by his parents, George D and Lois Fulton.

Del will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 34 years, Donna; children, Cynthia C (Henley), Michael (Fulton), Terri Lynn (Hadley), Scott (Crider) stepson and mother-in-law, Ethel (Blount); 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; siblings Floy Marie (Crane) and Donald Glen (Fulton) and numerous other family members and friends.

He served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam war (65-74) as a Combat Photographer. His service to the Lord began in 1979; through the Church of God in Sarasota, FL. He was a mighty servant of God.

ARRANGEMENTS:

Family will receive friends on Sunday October 19, 2025 starting at 2:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. at Thurman Funeral Home.

Memorial service will be Sunday October 19, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Thurman Funeral Home. Officiating will be Bro. Jared Wilson.

Please sign the online guestbook at www.thurmanfuneral.com.

Thurman Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Thurman Funeral Home LLC - Sparta

44 North Main Street, Sparta, TN 38583

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