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Everett Thurston Obituary

THURSTON WINSTON-SALEM - Mr. Everett H. Thurston, M.Sgt. Ret., Air Force, 75, of 4375 Winn-abow Rd, died May 15, 2010. He was a native of Hinton, WV and a retired manager with Piedmont Federal Savings & Loan. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mildred C. Thurston of the home, two sons, Curtis J. Thurston and Allan W. Thurston, a daughter, Lisa T. McClelland, his mother, MadeLynne Thurston Woods, four grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 20, 2010 in the Mary D. Perry Memorial Chapel in Madison. Burial will be in Davis Progressive Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with military honors. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and other times at the residence. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Davis Primitive Baptist Church in care of Perry-Spencer Funeral Home. Arrangements entrusted to Perry-Spencer Funeral Home, Madison. Online condolences may be made at www.perry-spencerfuneralhome.com
Published by Winston-Salem Journal from May 17 to May 19, 2010.

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May 23, 2010

Curtis,i am sorry the hear the passing of your dad.I only met him once.seemed like a good man,but knowing you and how you are he had to be a Great Dad and Person.Me And Carolyn send our prayers

Danna Osen

May 20, 2010

I've only known Everett for the past 6-7 years when I started in the Wellness program and the infusion center at Forsyth Hosital. We talked of family, grandkids, solved some of the world problems and of course commiserated about the hassle of using oxygen while still being glad we had the O2 available. He's been a friend and such an inspiration to me...such grit and determination when we knew he was struggling and always with a pleasant word and smile for everybody. My heart reaches out to you and may God bless you all.

Kristina Earnhardt

May 20, 2010

My heart and prayers go out to each of you. I worked with Lisa and I know that he must have been a good man to have such a caring daughter. Lisa, please let me know if I can do anything for you and your family.
~Kristina Earnhardt~
(State Employees' Credit Union)

May 20, 2010

OUR PRAYER GO OUT TO THE THURSTON FAMILY. MY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY. WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS.

JAMES STEVENS AND FAMILY

Curtis Fletcher

May 19, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Susan Mabe

May 19, 2010

Everett was a wonderful person to know - always ready with a smile and a laugh. I enjoyed working with Everett at Piedmont Federal and sharing many conversations until his retirement. May God grant you His peace. Sincerely, Susan Mabe (Piedmont Federal Savings Bank)

Angie Bullins

May 19, 2010

Evertett was my first manager when I started with Piedmont Federal in December 1988. I enjoyed working with him. He was a wonderful man, very honest and fair with everyone and always took the time to make each situation one we could all learn and grow from. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. May God wrap his arms around in the comfort only he can give.

April Gamble

May 17, 2010

My prayers go out to the Thurston family. May God give each of you Peace during your time of bereavement.

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