Paul Robert Thurman 1983-2015, age 32
Son of David and Sallie Thurman
Brother of Andrew Thurman, Austin Thurman, and Riley Thurman
Husband of Tanya Thurman
Father to Kayla Felts and Carolyn Thurman
Step-Father to Megan Owen, William Owen, and Tyler Owen

Paul was the life and joy in any room he entered. In his youth he enjoyed BMX, hiking, running, and surfing.
Paul was a Hull Technician in the US Navy and worked with the Naval Security Forces in Great Lakes, Il.
Paul transferred from the Navy to the Army where he served in the Ordinance unit.
Paul was injured and medically retired from the military.
During his retirement and recovery he remained full of exuberance and a love for life and his family. Paul enjoyed, for short periods of time, Ice Skating, playing Ice Hockey with a recreational league for 2 seasons, golfing, helping other veterans and anyone who was in need.
Paul was an Ordained Minister and enjoyed performing wedding ceremonies and visiting and ministering to those who were sick in the hospital.
Paul was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family.
There was not a person that Paul met that he didn't have an impact on no matter how small.

On Monday, November 16, 2015, at 9pm, Paul laid down to go to bed and passed away in his sleep.
He is and will continue to be greatly missed and his legacy will live on through his children and through those who have been touched by his amazing energy and love.