Joe Elbert Thornburgh Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joe Elbert Thornburgh of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, who passed away on January 5, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joe Elbert Thornburgh to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Joe's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bert Thornburgh and Margaret Thornburgh (Alden). He is survived by: his daughter Rhana Jaree Perkins (Thornburgh) of Tulsa; his wife Wanda Thornburgh of Tulsa; his grandchildren, Delaney McKnight (Tyler) of Edmond, Drew and Will Vickers of Oklahoma City; his great grandchildren, Wes and Scotty McKnight of Edmond; and his sister Mary Lou Hasselman of Okmulgee. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and many other relatives.
