Wayne Thurston Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on May 24, 2026, at the age of 89, Wayne Thurston (Portage la Prairie, Manitoba) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his siblings, Maxine McArthur (Peter) and Garry (Clarene); his granddaughter Kenzie Thurston; and his mother Macdonald. He is survived by: his wife Judy; his children, Jeff (Arlene), Scott (Cindy) and Jan (Tony); his grandchildren, Matthew, Sarah, Patrick (Joanna), Tanner (Emma), Colby (Kyley) and Taylar (John); and his great grandchildren, Aubrey, Wesley, Austin, Nathan, Arlo, Abel and Bowen. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made in Wayne's memory to Central Plains Cancer Services (https://centralplainscancerservices.com), 318 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0K8 or the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 40 Royal Road North, Portage la Prairie MB R1N 1R8.
