Fred S. Thurman

Fred Thurman, age 86 of Alcoa passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020. Fred was a mail carrier in the city of Alcoa for 35 years. Known for his quick wit, Fred always had a joke to tell. He brought smiles to many faces by sharing his homemade woodworking toys and puzzles. He was a longtime member of Alcoa First Baptist Church. Fred was a man of deep faith, and a spiritual leader to his family. Fred will be fondly remembered as a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorain Thurman; parents, Victor and Imogene Thurman; brother Frank Thurman, sisters Sue Hill, Evelyn Jones and Ann Pendleton. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Rick and Karen Thurman, Dennis and Janet Thurman; daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Bob Hollifield; grandchildren, Heather and Michael Bradburn, Andrew and Jill Thurman, Megan and Brandon Barnes, Jacob Thurman, Hannah and Tyler McLean, Matthew and Emily Hollifield, Sarah Thurman; great-grandchildren, Brenton, Thatcher, Landry, Solah, McKinley, Teagan, and Hudson. In lieu of flowers please make donations to a charity of your choice. The family would like to express special thanks to all the staff at NCH Ft Sanders for their kindness toward Fred. Private services to be held. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Fred S. Thurman please visit our Sympathy Store.