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“Jose,
I find myself questioning a lot of things regarding your passing. I hate that I have this sense that you were so quickly taken from your...Read More »
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1 of 34 | Posted by: Amber Roberts 
“The hoildays are coming up again but the biggest things that is coming our way, is millie 1st birthday. I have to admit that there are days that are...Read More »
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2 of 34 | Posted by: Myriam Ward - Mother
“Hey jose,
It's been sometime now, almost year since you been gone. I have been watching and listing, and I can tell you alot has change since you...Read More »
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3 of 34 | Posted by: Jose
“Wow Jose, it's been a while since you passed. It's taken me this long to talk to you, if you can hear me. I haven't seen you since high school, but I...Read More »
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4 of 34 | Posted by: Casey Maze - Apple Valley, CA
“jose mi primo que dios te bendiga papi. te quero mucho papa miketo tu primo
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5 of 34 | Posted by: miguel - brooklyn, NY - me
“Jose,
You don't even know how much your wife loves you, but she is so strong. I meet you guys back in high school in band. You gave me and mike so...Read More »
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6 of 34 | Posted by: Janelle Ware - apple valley, CA
“hey there baby i love you sooo much and as time grows closer to the arrival of our daughter im gettin so nervous, and scared and i dont knw which one...Read More »
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7 of 34 | Posted by: Crystal
“wow it truly is unreal. everyday that passes you still run through my head. every night i pray that your journey to heaven is a safe one. god only...Read More »
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8 of 34 | Posted by: malibu barbie (lizz)
“I meet Crystal and Jose at a class in Ft. Irwin. My office was conducting training for the 5-Tier Training system. Both Crystal and Jose were in...Read More »
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9 of 34 | Posted by: Elisa Bernal - Elk Grove , CA
“Yesterday, family came together just for you my son. We prayed hard and loud for your soul. I miss you dearly! I cry here and there, and I know you...Read More »
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10 of 34 | Posted by: Myriam
“I had never met Jose unfortunatley. Crystal is my battle buddy whom I miss so dearly. I feel terrible I can't be there for you right now Crystal. She...Read More »
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11 of 34 | Posted by: Lampiasi - Jacksonville, FL
“I would like to just say that it was a great honor to have known and deployed with Sgt Jose Thurman, he will be missed very much as a Soldier, Father...Read More »
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12 of 34 | Posted by: SPC Jorge Orozco - Bakersfield, CA
“I would like to just say that it was a great honor to have known and deployed with Sgt Jose Thurman, he will be missed very much as a Soldier, Father...Read More »
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13 of 34 | Posted by: SPC Jorge Orozco - Bakersfield, CA
“I didnt know Jose, but his wife Crystal was my daughters battle buddy in boot camp and I've met her. I am so sadden by the news and my thoughts and...Read More »
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14 of 34 | Posted by: Angela
“well what to say is what im trying to figure out, i dont know where to even start describing how much i loved you and still love and need you!!! you...Read More »
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15 of 34 | Posted by: Crystal
“JOSE WAS MY COUSIN WHOM I LOVED DEARLY. I DO REGRET NOT SPENDING AS MUCH TIME WITH HIM AS I WOULD HAVE LOVED TO BUT THAT DOESN'T CHANGE THAT HE WAS...Read More »
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16 of 34 | Posted by: MONEEKA RAMEY
“I first met Jose in my first year teaching at Granite Hills H.S. He was a ray of sunshine in my world literature class. No matter how difficult my...Read More »
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17 of 34 | Posted by: Amelia Herrington - Apple Valley, CA
“Crystal, I am so sorry I didnt know sooner. I Just had surgery and was reading the paper and thought, it couldnt be the same guy. My prayers are with...Read More »
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18 of 34 | Posted by: Spc. Candelaria Brown
“I knew Jose because of band in Highschool. I would have to say that everytime I saw Jose he always had a smile on his face. Always laughing and full...Read More »
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19 of 34 | Posted by: Alicia Pacheco - Apple Valley, CA
“I wake up every morning and think " You are not gone " I know that God has blessed me because he gave me the chance to see you that night and tell...Read More »
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20 of 34 | Posted by: Evelyn Herrera - Hesperia, CA
“Jose was an awesome person. In high school he was always laughing and having fun. After high school he would come in my store a lot and visit, and...Read More »
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21 of 34 | Posted by: Krystal Taylor
“I had few "fellas" during my school years, but I had a great friend in Jose. We weren't the closest friends, but when I needed a friend, Jose was...Read More »
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22 of 34 | Posted by: Lance Tucker II
“Hey Jose, we love and miss you very very much! It feels like it's one sick sick joke! Watch over that baby and Crystal, they need you!!
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23 of 34 | Posted by: Sara Farris - Long Beach, CA
“I have to say, it is so unreal. I keep thinking that my son will call me or come over to the house. I search for him as if he is lost. He was a great...Read More »
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24 of 34 | Posted by: Myriam Ward
“He will always be in our hearts. We will always love him, and always remember him. Rest in peace Jose we love you, and miss you so much. Godbless you...Read More »
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25 of 34 | Posted by: Jose, Erica, Isabelle Herrera - CA
“Jose will be in our hearts and thoughts forever....
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26 of 34 | Posted by: Rhiannon & Tim - CA
“I am saddened by the loss of such a great soldier, firend, and husband. I am glad that we were able to share so many memories from deployment. My...Read More »
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27 of 34 | Posted by: SGT Teodora Pacheco de Flores CA ARNG
“Jose always had a smile on his face and a possitive attitude. He was an inspiration to all that knew him. He was a great person, friend, husband, and...Read More »
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28 of 34 | Posted by: SPC. Bryan Johnson
“A great man with inspration he share to all.
we shall miss him and greatful he had been among us in life to share apart of himself.
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29 of 34 | Posted by: SSG Kevin J.Hardy - CA
“I pray for God's love and healing upon Jose's family and friends. He will be missed, but not forgotten.
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30 of 34 | Posted by: Kim Wilkie
“May he rest in paradise. I didn't know him that well but I know he was a good guy. Best wishes to the family.
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31 of 34 | Posted by: Chanda Thach
“Thanks Jose for the memories and your knowledge you will truly be missed!
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32 of 34 | Posted by: javier bonilla - san bernardino, CA
“jose was a great guy and he will be missed
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33 of 34 | Posted by: jeff mann
“Jose was a such a funny guy, my husband and I will always have him in our thoughts. We would always find a way to get away from our work enviroment...Read More »
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34 of 34 | Posted by: Silvia Lopez
Jose was born on February 2, 1986 and passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2009.
Jose was a resident of Apple Valley, California.
Visitation
August 27, 2009
4:00 PM
to 8:00 PM
Roy Rogers - Dale Evans Sunset Chapel
24000 Waalew Road
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(760) 247-0155
Funeral Service
August 28, 2009
10:00 AM
Our Lady of the Desert Catholic Church
18386 Corwin Rd
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(760) 242-4427
Interment
Friday August 28 2009
Sunset Hills Memorial Park
24000 Waalew Road
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(760) 247-0155
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Jose,
I find myself questioning a lot of things regarding your passing. I hate that I have this sense that you were so quickly taken from your loving family and friends. We all miss you VERY much and Millie is getting so big. You would be so proud.....she looks just like you!!!! Crystal and I have become very close this past year and I feel like that is you and I appreciate you bringing so many amazing people into my
Jose,
I find myself questioning a lot of things regarding your passing. I hate that I have this sense that you were so quickly taken from your loving family and friends. We all miss you VERY much and Millie is getting so big. You would be so proud.....she looks just like you!!!! Crystal and I have become very close this past year and I feel like that is you and I appreciate you bringing so many amazing people into my life.Anyway my friend you have been heavy on my mind and heart lately and I just wanna say that you are loved and missed!!!
Always,
Amber
Dec 27, 2010
The hoildays are coming up again but the biggest things that is coming our way, is millie 1st birthday. I have to admit that there are days that are very hard. I visit you often as if something will change? but its only the seasons and my flowers or decorations I leave you to show you, you are not alone.
Anyways, there are some things that have change around here, but we are still hanging on.
Love you always
Posted by: Myriam Ward - Mother Nov 08, 2010
Hey jose,
It's been sometime now, almost year since you been gone. I have been watching and listing, and I can tell you alot has change since you been gone. I seat down and watch everything from the sideline. Keeping my distance from everyone; you know I have always been one to keep my distance. I can say that moving on has been hard for everyone. I know for me it's different. It's not easy, sometime I seat back and i
Hey jose,
It's been sometime now, almost year since you been gone. I have been watching and listing, and I can tell you alot has change since you been gone. I seat down and watch everything from the sideline. Keeping my distance from everyone; you know I have always been one to keep my distance. I can say that moving on has been hard for everyone. I know for me it's different. It's not easy, sometime I seat back and i find myself thinking about the things we done, or talk about. i know you have always invited me over, but i have been so busy never really had that chance. Sometime I look at my phone and wonder when I am going to get one of those smart butt text from you. *laugh*
I hope your doing ok and watching over the family. Remember you are always loved, and remembered.
Take care
Jose
Posted by: Jose Jul 12, 2010
Wow Jose, it's been a while since you passed. It's taken me this long to talk to you, if you can hear me. I haven't seen you since high school, but I saw Crystal four days before. I was asking about you. I remember you were always nice to me. I hate high school out here. I moved my Jr. year. I remember the first time I met you, it was at a Del Taco I believe with Sandi, her
Wow Jose, it's been a while since you passed. It's taken me this long to talk to you, if you can hear me. I haven't seen you since high school, but I saw Crystal four days before. I was asking about you. I remember you were always nice to me. I hate high school out here. I moved my Jr. year. I remember the first time I met you, it was at a Del Taco I believe with Sandi, her mom, and my mom. I don't even remember what it was that you said to me, but it was somethin like Wow, does this girl EVER stop talking? lol. You were, and still are, a one of a kind Jose. If ANY good has come of this, it's taught me to never take advantage of life. I come home from work, and I pass the church where your mass was. I head up Waalew to go home, and I see the cemetary. You are always with me, and I always remember you and never forget what an amazing person you are. I just hope you know how much I truly regret letting life's little unimportant things rob me of your friendship. I'll have to live with that for the rest of my life. And I'm sorry. But I promise to not let this happen again. I miss you! And I hope you can forgive me.
Posted by: Casey Maze - Apple Valley, CA - Friend Mar 24, 2010
jose mi primo que dios te bendiga papi. te quero mucho papa miketo tu primo
Posted by: miguel - brooklyn, NY - me Mar 16, 2010
Jose,
You don't even know how much your wife loves you, but she is so strong. I meet you guys back in high school in band. You gave me and mike so many memories that i will never forget. But you also brought me something in return. Crystal. I need her and much as she needs me. I promise to look out for her and be there for here anytime she needs me. I miss you dearly. Sometimes i hope that
Jose,
You don't even know how much your wife loves you, but she is so strong. I meet you guys back in high school in band. You gave me and mike so many memories that i will never forget. But you also brought me something in return. Crystal. I need her and much as she needs me. I promise to look out for her and be there for here anytime she needs me. I miss you dearly. Sometimes i hope that when i go to the gym that i will see you and crystal walking out the door.I know that one day we will meet again. But until then i will look out for your wife and daughter until the day i die!
love always
janelle ware
Posted by: Janelle Ware - apple valley, CA Nov 14, 2009
hey there baby i love you sooo much and as time grows closer to the arrival of our daughter im gettin so nervous, and scared and i dont knw which one to feel more of... but babe i miss you and i knw that you will be there at the hospital with me in spirit an most important in my heart!!! well bby i love you i love you i love you...
good night sweet dreams x3 and i love you more bby...
love always
your one and only
lil mama thurman
Posted by: Crystal Nov 14, 2009
wow it truly is unreal. everyday that passes you still run through my head. every night i pray that your journey to heaven is a safe one. god only deserves the best to share paradise with him and you definately fit into that category. i miss you too much to put in words. and i thank you very much for showing me the right direction and right path to take in life. i will never forget the strength and dedication
wow it truly is unreal. everyday that passes you still run through my head. every night i pray that your journey to heaven is a safe one. god only deserves the best to share paradise with him and you definately fit into that category. i miss you too much to put in words. and i thank you very much for showing me the right direction and right path to take in life. i will never forget the strength and dedication you taught me. i also wanted to thank you for being the greatest thing my sister ever had. you really paved the way for her in life. you are a true soldier jose and not just to your country. i have always looked up to you and crystal and you both inspired me to make something of myself. i will forever cherish our memories we had together. you were the closest thing i had to a big brother! please watch over your niece and wife please
they need you more than ever!
love you always and forever
but like you always said this isnt good bye its i'll see you later
Posted by: malibu barbie (lizz) Nov 07, 2009
I meet Crystal and Jose at a class in Ft. Irwin. My office was conducting training for the 5-Tier Training system. Both Crystal and Jose were in attendance. I remember instantly talking to Crystal because I am an expecting mother to be as well. I wanted to chat with her about her maternity uniforms and such. Any how through out the class Jose was making jokes so I caught on early on that he had a good sense of humor.
I meet Crystal and Jose at a class in Ft. Irwin. My office was conducting training for the 5-Tier Training system. Both Crystal and Jose were in attendance. I remember instantly talking to Crystal because I am an expecting mother to be as well. I wanted to chat with her about her maternity uniforms and such. Any how through out the class Jose was making jokes so I caught on early on that he had a good sense of humor. They both looked so cute together, like they belonged. I know that I didn’t know you both long enough but you both made an impression on me.
I'm sorry Crystal for your loss but you have to stay strong for your baby. Remember that God will help you get through these hard times. To all of his family my condolences go out to all of you.
Posted by: Elisa Bernal - Elk Grove , CA Sep 11, 2009
Yesterday, family came together just for you my son. We prayed hard and loud for your soul. I miss you dearly! I cry here and there, and I know you are telling me Mom, Mom. I miss you Jose, you were taken out of my world within minutes! We had plans. I love you my son
Posted by: Myriam Sep 07, 2009
