Richard was born on February 21, 1959 to Roy and Martha Thurman. Martha passed away when Richard was a little boy. Richard grew up in and around Neosho, MO and was a graduate of Neosho High School. He served in the United States Air Force and was a retired long-haul truck driver. Richard was a jack of all trades, and he could do just about anything if he had the time and the resources.
Richard loved history, especially military history. He had a wicked sense of humor, and he was a great storyteller. He was a great friend to have, and he would help anyone in need in any way he possibly could. Richard loved the outdoors. In better times, he loved to take his family hiking, biking, swimming, camping, canoeing, fishing, and target shooting. His kids will be forever thankful for those experiences.
Richard loved history, especially military history. He had a wicked sense of humor, and he was a great storyteller. He was a great friend to have, and he would help anyone in need in any way he possibly could. Richard loved the outdoors. In better times, he loved to take his family hiking, biking, swimming, camping, canoeing, fishing, and target shooting. His kids will be forever thankful for those experiences.
In addition to his mother, Richard is preceded in death by his father, Roy Thurman; his much-loved adoptive mother, Sonya Gibson Leonard Thurman; grandparents, Richard and Pauline Thurman; a son, Brandon Thurman; and a grandson, Cohner Rey Marler.
Richard is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years, his soul mate, Kimberly Thurman. They were united in holy matrimony on March 17, 1990. In addition to Kimberly, Richard is survived by two daughters, Tamsen Thurman (Jeremy) and Christa Thurman (John); a son, Nicholas Thurman (Joan); an honorary son, Chris Marler; three grandchildren, Damiana, Trisity, and David; four brothers and sisters, Dan Leonard, Rhonda Thurman, Cindy Leonard-Middaugh, and Roy Thurman; many nieces and nephews; and a cat, Binx.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary in Joplin, MO, and a Celebration of Life service will be held for Richard's friends and family at a later date.
In memory of Richard, his family asks that you consider signing up to become an organ donor. Please visit www.organdonor.gov for more information.
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