In Loving Memory A Celebration of the Life of Harry Copelan Thurmond December 26, 1942 September 7, 2014 Wednesday, September 10, 2014 2:00 p.m.
In Loving Memory Of Harry Copelan Thurmond December 26, 1942 September 7, 2014 Memorial Services at McCommons Funeral Home Chapel Greensboro, Georgia Wednesday, September 10, 2014 2:00 p.m. Rev. Mike Morgan Officiating
Twenty-Third Psalm The Lord is my Shepherd: I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me: thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil: my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
A Celebration of Life Harry Copelan Thurmond Wednesday, September 10, 2014 2:00 p.m. *Prelude Neal Dolvin The Word of Grace and Greeting Opening Prayer *Affirmation of Faith Rev. Mike Morgan Psalm 23 (KJV) Solo How Great Thou Art Neal Dolvin Words of Remembrance Family and Friends Solo Behold the Lamb Neal Dolvin Scripture and Eulogy Closing Prayer and The Lord s Prayer Rev. Morgan *Dismissal with Blessing *Postlude Neal Dolvin *Please stand as you are able. The family thanks the many friends and relatives who have offered their love and support.
He Only Takes The Best God saw you getting tired, And a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you, And whispered, Come to Me. With tearful eyes we watched you, And saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands put to rest. God broke our hearts To prove to us, He only takes the best.
Harry Copelan Thurmond Harry Copelan Thurmond, age 71, of Snellville, GA passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2014 at his home. Harry was born December 26, 1942 in Greensboro, GA to the late Gartrell Hiram Thurmond and Sarah Copelan Thurmond both of Greensboro. Harry graduated from Greensboro High School in 1962. After graduation, he entered into the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country for 4 years as Master Jet Engine Mechanic. In 1966 he received an honorable discharge with exemplary service. Following his time with the Air Force, Harry continued his work as a jet engine mechanic with NASA, where he was able to contribute his talents to both the GEMINI and APPOLO space programs. Upon leaving NASA, he returned to Georgia where he was employed by Southern Railroad as an electrician. After his employment with Southern Railroad, Harry joined ANACOMP, formerly known as General Dynamics, as a service technician with over 27 years of loyal service before retiring. Harry had many hobbies, talents and passions, but most of all he loved his family and spending time with friends. He also enjoyed traveling, cruising and was a fiercely loyal Georgia Bulldog football fan. Go Dawgs! Harry was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather (GeeGee), and brother and will be greatly missed. His witty personality was adored and respected by all who knew and loved him. Harry is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sue Edwards Thurmond; an only son Ryan Heath Thurmond; and two grandchildren, Ethan Mitchell Thurmond and Isabella Rose Thurmond. Also surviving him are two brothers, Gartrell Hiram Sonny Thurmond Jr. and his wife Beth of Athens GA, Herbert Frink Herbie Thurmond and his wife Jan of Greensboro GA; sister and brother in law, Edna and Gus Wynn of Pendergrass GA; sisters in law, Ms. Shirley Buice and Mrs. Denise Whitlock; three nieces, Kim Thurmond, Traci Thurmond Martin (Chris) and Kelly Thurmond; two nephews, Scott Thurmond (Anne) and Chris Thurmond (Deborah); two great nieces, Sarah Elisabeth Thurmond and Kaylee Martin; four great nephews, Christopher Thurmond, Copelan Thurmond, McKellar Thurmond and Shannon Floyd (Becky); and best friends, James and Connie Christian of Snellville GA who were united as family through open hearts and true friendship. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at McCommons Chapel with Rev. Mike Morgan officiating. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until time for the service at McCommons Funeral Home. The family requests that any memorials be made in Harry Thurmond s memory to either of the following: http://www.psp.org/, The Foundation for PSP CBD and Related Brain Diseases, better known as CurePSP, assists patients and their families in their struggle against these debilitating diseases, increases public awareness, educates healthcare professionals, and supports research toward better diagnosis, effective treatments, and eventual cures or First United Methodist Church (Stain Glass Window Renovation Project), P.O. Box 216, Greensboro, Ga. 30642 706-453-7064. McCommons Funeral Home, 109 W. Broad St., Greensboro, GA, (706) 453-2626, is in charge of arrangements. Visit us at www. mccommonsfuneralhome.com to sign the online guest register. McCommons Funeral Home P.O. Box 29-109 W. Broad St. Greensboro, Georgia 30642 www.mccommonsfuneralhome.com Over 100 Years and 5 Generations of Service Callaway Funeral Home 208 N. Rhodes Street Union Point, Georgia 30669