Mrs. Rosa L. Thurmond, age 74 of Athens, GA passed September 17, 2024.
Celebration of Life services will be held at 12:00 PM, Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Hill Chapel Baptist Church, 1692 West Hancock Ave, Athens, GA with interment in Evergreen Memorial Park. Viewing, Friday, 2-6 PM at Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home
Survivors include: her husband, James Edward Thurmond; son, James McIntre Thurmond; daughter, Marcy Lavette Thurmond; grandson, Jahmori De'Jon Simmons; granddaughter, Mahogany Simone Simmons; siblings, John Willie (Sara) Walter, Emma Walter, James Edward (Elsa) Walter, Robert Charles (Bernice) Walter, Harry Lee (Teresa) Walter, Larry Lee (Angela) Walter, David L. (Peggy) Walter; cousin/brother, John (Gwen) Howard; sisters in law, Jewel Barnette and Barbara (Wrenford) Archibald; brother in law, Michael L. (Zola) Thurmond.
In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to Integrative Arts Creations, Inc. @ https://www.integrativeartscreations.org/
Arrangements by Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home.
Red and White Handled Basket was sent for Rosa L. Thurmond - September 27, 2024
CLAUDE T DUBOSE sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Rosa L. Thurmond - September 26, 2024
Sending heartfelt condolences to your family. You all will be in my prayers.
Dr. Claude T. DuBose and staff
Mae F Walter sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Rosa L. Thurmond - September 22, 2024
Rosa,we will forever love and miss you!
In Loving Memory The Family of Uncle Bub & Aunt Susie Walter
Tara Thurmond sent Bright and Beautiful Spray for Rosa L. Thurmond - September 18, 2024
James, Intre, and Marcy - I'm so sorry for your loss and I am praying for you all! Tara Thurmond and Talia Henderson
Rosa was a light that sit upon a hill that shine bright! Fairwell my friend may you rest in peace ! Doris Chester Thomas!
May Jesus' strong arms of compassion and love, and the kind and gentle light which streams down from Heaven lie gently around you through these days of sorrow. May God comfort you.
sorry for loss Susie mckeever
Oh Mrs Rosa, I have been truly blessed for God to have shared you with me. I have known you since I started working at Clarke County Health Department in 1997. You were always so straight forward and honest, I loved that about you. I also loved those magical hugs that you always gave to me. I will definitely miss you but I know you now at home with The Lord. Will see you when I get there. Love always Brenda Wilkins Orsley from Elberton GA.
May you rest in peace. Our hearts are heavy, for we will miss the sparks of sunshine you brought to countless! As a child in Rocksprings to adulthood, you were part of my life directly and indirectly. You made the DASH! The Green and Goodjiones family will forever call your name! Yours truly, Other Niece Dr. Tan Goodjiones-Marilla
We are extending our heartfelt sympathy to the THURMOND and WALTER families. The LINSTON family.
I don't know anyone else who could give a hug like Rosa. I would always go out of my way to find her and get one when I'd go to the health department. Very memorable. Always special. Lynn B
Offering my condolences to the family. ~Finch and Brinkley Families
The most wonderful, amazing places to be in the world are: iin someone's thoughts, in someone's prayers, in someone's heart, and in someone's treasured memories, and I pray your memories last forever.
May God comfort the Thurmond family during this difficult time.
To the Thurmond family we thank God for Mrs Thurmond's life and we pray comfort and keeping for you all. Sincerely Bertha Maxey, Dale and Debra Hunter
The Harrison Family
Marcy and Family I Am So Sorry For Your Loss Your Momas Songs Will Live On Love To Hear Her Sing!!!!
Though our time was cut short so soon you were a light in our lives. Thank you for welcoming us with love and abundance. So grateful to have met Rosa and the wonderful impact she had on our lives!❤️❤️ - Katie and Mac
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time Rosa was a Great person to the community Rest In Peace 🙏🏽 Gloria Heard
My condolences to the family. Praying for your peace and comfort. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Heaven has gained another beautiful person and voice to proclaim its glory from up on high.
Rosa was a beautiful light in many hearts! Pat Fowler
Rosa was a bright light in my life. Our families met when my family moved to Rockspring Homes in the mid-60s. A lasting friendship developed. She had such a sweet Christian personality. And so, we always enjoyed seeing each other - greeting with a big smile, a bear hug, talking about the goodness of the Lord, expressing interest in loved ones and love for each other. Rosa was a jewel with a beautiful voice that warmed my heart and lifted my spirits. My condolences to her entire family and friends as well. Mildred Lyle
Our condolences to the Thurmund family.From the very first time Mrs Marcy introduce my family to her beautiful mother, we could sense and fell Mrs. Thurmond beautiful spirit and energy. She had such a charitable kind spirit,and was always kind and filled with so much compassion. She was a great example of what it means to be christlike.She will definitely be missed.
- Jared, Delania, J'aiLa, Myla-Ja'nai Price
To the Family of Mrs Rosa Thurmond 🌹 There's sooo much! that I say but everything that needs to be said about her from me, I already said it to HER and she knew how I felt about her ALREADY. She knew that I knew she cared about Others, She was Always great on giving Advice, She was a Role Model that will never be forgotten. I will always remember her and will forever love her ❤️ May She Rest In Eternal Peace Sandra "Elaine" Bowers & Family
May your testimony continue to show others how God wants us to live through out life Much Love Rosa
Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal Rest in peace Sister Rosa Thurmond because when we all get to Heaven what a Day of Rejoicing it will Be !!! Bro.Ron Cherry and Family
Our condolences to the family. Rose was our friend and shopping mate. She had a heart of gold and an angelic voice. You will be missed my friend. Gone from our sight but forever in our hearts and memories love you Rosa.💔😇
My sincere condolences to the Thurmond family . I will miss my friend, neighbor, and shopping experience with you. I will always remember your to spiritual and soulful voice. Rest in Paradise my friend 🙏❤️🙏
To my girl Queen Rosa, You did good and you held on! I will miss you. Thank you for all of our "girl talks". To brother James- Love you and will check on you later. Marcy and family- thank you for sharing this special angel. 💗💗🙏🏽 Love, THE RAMBEAU FAMILY
Our condolences to the family.
To the Thurmond Family, I just wanted to say how very sorry that I am over the loss of your loved one, I am keeping y'all in my prayers and luv you all and I send prayers and condolences to the family , May God bless you all during this time of bereavement, Miss Nita Johnson 🙏❤
My sincere and deep sympathy to Thurman Family. A marvelous angelic voice rests in Heaven.
Condolences to the Thurmond Family. Ms Rosa had the most beautiful spirit and singing voice. Loved hearing her sing at Hills Chapel many years ago. Rest in Peace Ms Thurmond, you will be missed.
My Condolences the the Family. Rosa was such a sweet lady. I'm sure she'll be missed by all.
So Sorry For Your Loss
Sending my condolences to Marcy, my classmate and her family! You are in my thoughts and prayers! Have comfort knowing you have an angel and songbird in heaven watching over you! Arronette Hester Banks
The Thrasher FAMILY
My sincere condolences to the family of one of sweetest ladies I have ever met. May God 's comfort and peace be with you!
She knew me before I knew myself! Mrs Thurmond is Definitely Going to Be missed, I'll never forget All the advice & encouragement she's given me thru Life. My Condolences goes out to the entire family ❤️ May you Rest In Peace 🙏🏽🕊️ Mrs Rose Thurmond Elaine Bowers & Family
Condolences to the Thurmond family. Rosa last words to us was always "I love ya'll ". Rosa we love you and will miss you.
Bobby and Gwen Cooper
Rosa touched so many hearts and souls with songs of praise and her gentleness in so many different ways. We will always remember you. Always in our hearts. Roger and Fay Pope.
I'm so grateful that God allowed our path to cross. She's responsible for my granddaughter Tamrah getting into the pre-k program. We were new to Athens and when she saw Tamrah, she asked if she was registered. It was the last day for registration. Now Tamrah is at Emory University in their nurses program. Thanks to Sis. Rosa. May God comfort and strengthen her family, as we celebrate a life dedicated to serving Jehovah God and His people. She will be greatly missed. Praise God she's home. Sis. Priscilla
Our sincere heartfelt sympathy to the Thurmond,and Walters family. Praying that God continued blessing be with you all at this time.
George & Bernice Hector Along with Lizzie Davenport & Family.
The thrasher family
Rest In Heaven, Rosa... with your Mahalia Jackson sounding Self! Robert, Linda and Blake Smith
Condolences to the Thurmond family. Memories sweet sweet memories of a beautiful soul. We love Mrs Rosa but God loves her best. Sincerely, the Hunter family 🛐🙏🏽❤️
My deepest sympathy to the family. Rosa and I were best friends in High School and after school. You will always be remembered and loved. Carolyn Fortson
I was with you one week ago we laughed , sang and talked. You will truly be missed. Your smile and that laugh . Praying God strengthen James and your daughter and the rest of family. Love you Min Tasha Browner
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
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