James Ray Thurman Obituary
The passing of James Ray Thurman of Harrodsburg, Kentucky occurred on September 19, 2026. James, born on April 2, 1944, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ray Thurman to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his spouse Onita Marie Lyons; his parents, Charles Adam and Mary Isabelle Thurman (Jackson); his stepson Kenneth Carver Lyons; his grandson Derrick Watkins; and his sister Jo Anna Stallard.
He is survived by: his children, Candace Yvette Watkins (Stephon) of Lexington, Leigh Anne Hayes (Eric) of Lexington, Marceline Sue Bottoms (Kenton) of Lawrenceburg, Jacquelyn Ross Thurman of Cincinnati, OH and James Farnada Lyons of Cincinnati, OH; his siblings, Norma Stockdal, Charles Thurman of Lexington and Ricky Thurman; his grandchildren, Breanna Watkins, Jashawn Watkins, Jhiel Watkins, William D. Thurman, Eric R. Hayes II, Everick R. Hayes, Kendra Bottoms, Kenton Bottoms (Caitlin) and Karrah Ike (Chidi); and his great grandchildren, William Z. Thurman, Tamaya Thurman and Kenton Bottoms III.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the First Baptist Church - Broadway (349 W Broadway St, Harrodsburg, KY 40330). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
