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of Ypsilanti, MI, formerly of Lincoln Park, age 50, died Sunday, March 26, 2017 at his home in Ypsilanti. He was born May 15, 1966 in Dearborn, Michigan, the son of George Michael & Bonnie Jean (Tollefson) Thurber.

  Jim attended Calvary Lutheran School until 8th grade, and then Lincoln Park High School, which he left to join the Army. He became a paramedic for two years at Metro Airport, and later Cass Corridor in Detroit. Jim did many odd jobs over the years, including car mechanic, lawn care, and carpentry. He was christened at Hope Lutheran in Dearborn, and confirmed at Mt. Hope Lutheran in Allen Park, and attended church in Ypsilanti before his death. Jim enjoyed martial arts and loved animals, especially dogs.

 Survivors include his siblings, Suzanne (Larry) Cunningham of Gregory, George “Mike” (Patty) Thurber of Ocean Springs, MS, Daniel (Theresa) of Ocean Springs, MS; and 12 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

 A private burial will take place at Glen Eden Cemetery in Livonia. Donations can be made to the Salvation Army, 3660 Packard StAnn Arbor, MI 48108. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.


#1  Laura May2017-05-02 11:28

My HEART and PRAYERS are with the WHOLE FAMILY May Father God BLESS and COMFORT YOU and May Jimmy Thurber Rest In Peace with Father God up in Heaven with ALL OF OUR LOVED ONE'S Along with ALL OF OUR FURRY LOVED ONE'S UP IN Heaven with Father God In Jesus Name I Pray Thy Will Be Done Amen

 

 

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