He was retired from Burlington Rug Mill after 39 years of service. He was a United States Army Veteran and a member of the Northside Baptist Church in Monticello, AR and a devoted husband, daddy, grandfather, and great grandfather.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Linda Parker Thurman of Monticello, AR, two sisters, Reba Graham (Robert) and Debbie Kruse; three brothers, Marvin Jr., Kenneth and Dale; one son Michael Thurman from Alabama; two daughters, Dottie Colon (Jerry) of Texas and Denetra Thurman Scogins (Jimmy) of Monticello; five grandchildren, Carol Anne (Lance), Chason, Ashley, Bryce and Chandler; four great-grandchildren, Kalani, Jason, Jada, and Hunter Jr.; and numerous nephews and nieces that he loved dearly; three special sisters-in-law, Theresa, Mary, and Debbie; two brothers-in-law, John Parker Sr. and Darrell Snuffer Sr; and a special cousin, Jane Wall.
Memorials are to go to Arkansas Hospice in Monticello, AR.
Condolences(20)
Donna Lytle
Monticello, AR Monday, January 24, 2022 Linda, Im very sorry for you and your family. I will remember you all in my prayers. Sincerely, DonnaBetty Ollison
Monticello, Arkansas, AR Monday, January 24, 2022 I am So sorry to hear about Mr Vernie. I worked under him at burlington. He was such a nice personMy sympathy for the family.
Betty Ollison
Carol A Moore
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, January 24, 2022 Robert and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to the family.Karen Holcomb Brown
Wilmar, AR Saturday, January 22, 2022 Dear Linda, I’m sorry for your loss.Joe Chambers
Monticello, AR Saturday, January 22, 2022 Ms. Linda and family, so sorry for the loss of Vernie. I've known him pretty much all my life and worked for him at Burlington. We will all miss him, and I will be praying for y'all. God pour His grace on you in this difficult time.Sandra pryor
Conway, AR Saturday, January 22, 2022 Linda & family,Cecil & I were so sorry to hear of your loss. You had a long enduring marriage and we know you all will miss him.
Cecil & Sandra Pryor
LEON HOOD
ASHDOWN, AR Saturday, January 22, 2022 To the family of Vernie; Sorry for your loss. Vernie and I were friends throughout our school years. After my graduation we lost touch.Sharon Shook McIntyre
MONTICELLO, AR Saturday, January 22, 2022 Dear Linda & Family,I am sorry to hear about Vernie. He was very nice and a pleasure to work with at Burlington for many years. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
In Christian Love,
Sharon
Barbara Newton
Monticello, AR Saturday, January 22, 2022 I am so sorry Linda! It’s never easy to lose someone you love so much. I really enjoyed our talks when he’d bring me your books. You are in my prayers.Larry and Cindy Livingston
White Hall, AR Saturday, January 22, 2022 We are so sorry for your loss. May peace be with you.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 Dear Linda & family, I am sorry for your great loss. Your are to be commended on taking such good care of Vernie. You & family have my prayers of comfort at this sad time!DENISE FROST
MONTICELLO, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 Linda and Family, I am so sorry about Vernie. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.Kim Miller
Monticello, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 Mr.Thurman, You will truly be missed. I will always remember our conversation and your jokes. I am glade that I got to be your Aide. Love your KimCasey
, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 I am so sorry. PrayersShelley Smith
Monticello, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 Mrs. Linda, Denetra, and CA, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always believe KJ put a spark in him that kept him going through so much sickness. His love for her always shined bright in photos. Prayers for you all. <3Gloria Schwab
Bentonville, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 Family, I am very sorry for your loss . He was a good man . Prayers and comfort for all during this difficult time .Michele Snuffer
, Friday, January 21, 2022 Well, what to say...You will be missed by many. I will miss our conversation about other people, haha. Making jokes about you misplacing your teeth. And mostly, I will just miss you. Love you uncle Vernie. Catch you on the flip side.Nikki Rushing
Monticello, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 It was such a blessing to have known Mr Vernie! I will miss his stories and our visits.. he always put a smile On my face. Love and prayers to Mrs Linda and family!!Patricia Cruce
Monticello, AR Friday, January 21, 2022 Linda I’m so sorry for your loss. I know you worked your self to death to care for Vernie and make his live as happy as possible.Patricia CruceShari Kelley
Monticello, AR Thursday, January 20, 2022 Vernie,I will miss our visits, the conversations, and all of the laughter. You were truly a blessing to know and I’m a better person for knowing you. Till I see you again. Much love!