Michael Dean Thurman Obituary
The passing of Michael Dean Thurman of Artesia, New Mexico occurred on October 2, 2026. Michael, born on July 16, 1948, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Olen Ray Thurman and Marian Lucille DeWitt; and his siblings, Melvin Rodney Thurman, Donald Ray Thurman, Patsy Ruth Bartlett and Kathy Farrar.
He is survived by: his wife Pam Thurman; his children, Shana Griffith (Brad Griffith) and David Thurman (Desirae Thurman); his siblings, Joseph Robert Thurman and Teresa Lynn Thurman; and his grandchildren, Colt Griffith, Damian Sanchez, Drake Thurman, Carli Griffith and Devyn Thurman.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Woodbine Cemetery (201 E Hermosa Dr, Artesia, NM 88210).
