Obituary of David Ross Thurston

Sackville, N.B.- It is with great sadness that the family of David Ross Thurston announce his passing at the Drew Nursing Home, on December 2, 2009, following a lengthy struggle with diabetes. David was 62 years of age. Born on December 6, 1946 in Sackville, N.B., he was the son of Dora (Bowser) Thurston and the late Ross Thurston. David was a mechanic by trade and was employed with Lounsbury Automotive Company, General Electric, Brian Estabrooks, Shell Station and with the Town of Sackville Public Works Department, as a Street Foreman for 26 years. David was employed with Moloney Electric from 1998 until 2002, when he was forced to retire due to health concerns. He enjoyed working in his garage and spending time with his grandson and his friends. David will be sadly missed by his wife of 38 years, Janice (Estabrooks) of Sackville, N.B.; son, Travis (Laura) of Sackville, N.B.; his grandson and the light of his life, Lucas Gary David Thurston; his mother, Dora (Bowser) of Sackville, N.B.; his brother, Eric (Helen) of Dieppe, N.B.; his Aunt, Nita (Bowser) Cook of Sackville, N.B.; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews as well as his special care-givers, Cheryl Phinney, Tricia Phinney and Janice Sears. Arrangements are entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (364-8188). The family will receive visitors on Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 1-4:30 PM at the funeral home. A memorial service will take place at the funeral home on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 3 PM with Rev. Vernon Vickruck officiating. Burial will take place in the Four Corners Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of David may be made to the Canadian Diabetic Association, Drew Nursing Home, Sackville Hospital Auxiliary or to the charity of one’s choice.