Norma Kathleen (King) Thurman
October 31, 1928 ~ February 2, 2024
NORMA KATHLEEN KING THURMAN
Norma Thurman, aged 95 years, passed away on February 2, 2024 at Meadow Lakes Senior Care in Mooresville, IN. She was born in Bracken County, KY on October 31, 1928 to Albert Wren and Anna Lillian Poole King. She graduated valedictorian from Minerva High School and with a bachelor’s degree from Cincinnati Bible College. From childhood, she professed her faith in Jesus Christ, and on Easter Sunday, 1938, she was baptized. Throughout her life nothing delighted her more than studying her Bible, meeting with fellow Christians, and sharing the Gospel.
On September 12, 1950 , Norma was united in holy matrimony with Thomas Duncan Thurman. She joined him in his ministries in Springfield, KY, Grayson, KY, and in Danville, IL. In 1963, Tom and Norma were called to the mission field in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). They served the Central African Mission for ten years. On their return to the U.S., Norma worked for 25 years at Standard Publishing, as editor of Vacation Bible School materials. She continued to support Tom in his ministries at churches in Mason and Mowrystown Ohio and at Fairway Christian Church, The Villages, FL.
After she was widowed in 2005, Norma resided at Meadow Lakes Senior Care and attended Mt. Gilead Church. This was a time of great blessing for her. She always marveled at the wonderful friends she made both at church and among the residents and staff at Meadow Lakes. As a result of her sweet spirit and pleasant personality, she was loved by many.
Besides her husband, Tom Thurman, Norma was preceded in death by her parents and by her two sisters, Anna Elizabeth Chamblin and Marjorie Jean Reeves; and by her brother, Albert Poole King. As the last sibling living, Norma cared deeply for her nieces and nephews; she was a great fount of family history and until she was 93 years old, took any who would accompany her on a road trip to all the ancestral spots.
Norma’s beautiful life will be cherished in the lives of her children: Deborah (and Philip) Crowdy; Diana (and Steve) White; and Dave (and Susan) Thurman. Her prayers and Christian influence will be felt forever in the lives of her seven grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren: Justin (and Michelle) White (Leyton, Lance, Lila); Andrew (and Maritza) Crowdy (Andrea, Cristina); Allison (and Jason) Morrissey (Emma, Ethan); Richard (and Crista) Crowdy (Izabelle, Gabrielle); Chelsea (and Anthony) Jones (Graham, Jada); Drew (and Breanna) Thurman (Annie, Dottie); and Courtney Thurman.
Friends may call at Mt. Gilead Church on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. Services will follow immediately with Jeff Faull and Dave Thurman presiding. At a later date, Norma’s ashes will join those of her husband’s at Arlington Memorial Gardens, Cincinnati OH. Memorial contributions are preferred to the Hippo Valley Christian Mission. Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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My Aunt Norma was an engaging , energetic, and encouraging woman of God !!! She was a wealth of knowledge biblically, globally, and historically.
My Mother, Marjorie Jean King , loved her weekly phone calls and letters exchanged with her younger sister until my Mother went to be with The a Lord .
My wife , Kristen , and I send our love and prayers to our many relatives and friends who will be at the funeral . We are in Florida and even worshipped this past Sunday at a Christian Church in The Villages.
What a comforting thought to know that the King family will be sitting at the foot of The King now and forever more !
Norma was such a sweet and friendly lady. My mom resides at Meadow Lakes and lived down the hall from her. She always had a smile for me and waved as soon as I would see her. I would always ask how she was doing and ask about Dave. Going to miss her smiles. Prayers for all of you.
Norma came to Meadow Lakes the same year that I began working there. She was a great blessing to me. No matter what was happening, I could count on her for a word of support or encouragement. Norma was my favorite resident throughout my 15 years at the assisted living. She remained in my heart, and in my thoughts, even after my departure in 2022. I will remember her spirit, grace, and enduring faith – for as long as I am able. I must also note that you, her family members, were some of the best I ever met. Always kind and helpful. Your love for Norma was steadfast and beautiful. God bless you all.
Dennis and Janet Gibbs has purchased Purple Majesty for Norma Thurman
My sincere condolences to Norma’s children and their families. I was very lucky to have known Norma she would always talk with me and look up verses to help me grow and understand more with our Jesus. Norma told me she would be ringing the bells when I made it to heaven. I will so very much miss her .
~ The CRA Staff and Trustees has purchased Eternal Solace for Norma Thurman
Norma was a wonderful person. She had a beautiful spirit and beautiful heart. I’m very glad I got the opportunity to love and care for her as a CNA in Assisted Living at Meadow Lakes. She will be deeply missed. But I’m so glad she is rejoicing in Heaven with Jesus.
Ed, Angie and The Carl Family has purchased Lavender Grace Spray for Norma Thurman