JD AND DEE, THIS IS NORMA JEAN THOMPSON, I HELPED SET UP CLINICS FOR YOUR 2ND BATTALION SOLDIERS IN BAMBERG TO TAKE THEIR BOOTS OFF THEIR RESUMES SO THEY COULD GET BETTER JOB WHEN THE CUT-BACK PUT SO MANY OF OUR SOLDIERS OUT OF JOBS, REMEMBER ME?

 I SENT THE SECOND PHOTO FOR CAREY LEE, THE ANGEL. CAREY LEE IS ALL AROUND YOU ALL,  WHEN WE GO HOME, OUR BODIES REMAIN, BUT OUR SOUL LIVE ON FOREVER.  THEY ROAM NEAR THOSE THEY LOVE. 

YOU MET MY MOTHER WHEN YOU WERE A MAJOR IN KILLEEN AND WHEN SHE WENT "HOME", SHE BECAME MY EVER-LASTING SOUL. IT HAS BEEN MANY YEAR, BUT I FEEL HER SPIRIT EVERY DAY AS I DO MY FATHER'S.

CAREY LEE WILL ALWAYS BE WITH HER LOVE ONES AND IF YOU PRAY TO OUR LORD, GOD, HER SOUL WILL ALWAYS BE VERY CLOSE TO HER PARENTS, HUSBAND, CHILDRENALL, WHO SHE LOVED SO MUCH.  BELIEVE!
Norma Jean and James Thompson
801-773-4409
jetnjean@comcast.net

Our prayers for God's comforting presence in your lives. We grieve with you in your loss.

General Thurman, Dee, and the Thomas Family, Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Our hearts are aching for you as we have learned of Carey's passing.  Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Scott, GEN Thurman, and Dee,
I was deepely saddened to hear about the passing of Carey.  Carey was such a good person full of life and energy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this diffcult time.

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Thomas and Thurman families.  We can only imagine the  pain of your loss.  Carey was a sweet neighbor to us at Ft. Riley.  When my father died she came and decorated my house for the holidays.  It was an example of her giving spirit.  Please know we will be praying for you.

Dear Thomas and Thurman Family,

Monica and I are deeply saddened by your loss. Scott, Tyler, and James please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers every day.

We were devastated to hear about the passing of Carey and cannot imagine your grief.  We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Our hearts ache at the news of Carey's passing. Prayers to all the family.

Scott, GEN and Dee Thurman, Jaime and Miles - please know that Kim and I send our heartfelt condolences and prayers to all of you. We know Carey Lee is with our savior and she is still very a big part of all your lives. We were privileged to know such a wonderful lady and privileged to be a close part of great family! God bless you all and bring you comfort and peace! 

Alan and Kim Bourque

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Thurman please know that my heart aches for you and your entire family for the loss of your precious daughter Carey. I can only imagine how difficult it is to accept your daughter's early departure.  God sometimes has plans that are incomprehensible for us, but our destiny is in his hands. May God give you strength,peace and hope at this very difficult time. So, be truly glad, there is wonderful joy ahead. God promises never fails.  "Until We Meet Again..." 

with deepest sympathy,

JD and Dee, we are so very saddened to hear of the loss of your sweet daughter. We lift up you and your family in prayer to the God of all Comfort.

God bless the Thurman family.  Words can not express my feeling of grief.  As a new father, I know the love a parent feels for their children.  I met Carey back in 2001 .. I clearly remember her happiness and love for her family.  Her mom and dad always spoke of with pride and love.  God bless and sorry an angel has departed the earth.  She is now in a better place and will be watching down and proud of her loving friends and family.  Peace and Love to JD, Dee Thurman and her husband LTC Thomas.  I'm so sorry for you loss. God speed!

 Hello JD and Dee, Lloyd and I were so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved daughter Carey. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. In time may your hearts be lightened by the many thoughts,memories and times you shared with Carey. Peace be with you always,  Lloyd and Charlene Austin

JD and Dee..we cannot imagine the sorrow and heartache your family is experiencing. Know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless and comfort you.

We were so saddened to hear of your loss.  Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family.
Jimmy and Donna Carpenter

Dee and Jim...
Recall the first time I met Carey.  A beautiful girl of 5 or so, not much taller than my Dehners.  Bright eyed, blond; a vibrant child.  GOD truly blessed you with Carey's life, grandchildren and the many memories.

Our deepest condolences and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.   Bob and Lynn Wilson

Dear Jim, Dee Dee, and Family,
Many times I have thought about you and Jerry growing up across the street in Marietta. (Sometimes with a chuckle and a story).  Your strength and determination were good traits.
I wish I could say the right words to comfort you and your family, but only God can comfort you.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sir, Mrs. Thurman and Thomas Family, my deepest condolences for your loss.  May you find comfort in your memories.  We will keep your families in our thoughts and prayers.

May God continue to watch over and comfort you and your family.

Sir and Ms. Dee, I am so sorry for you and your families loss. You are in my prayers. Jennifer Bass

Prayers for the families. Deepest sympathy.

To the Thomas and Thurman Familys—Carey is "Home" now and know her 'SPIRIT' will always be with you.  There will always be the loss of her physical being, but 'call out her name' and OUR LORD, GOD, will allow her spirit to come into your lives. BELIEVE, AND YOU SHALL SEE THE MANY BLESSINGS OUR GOD WILL SURROUND YOU WITH. Carey Lee (Thurman) Thomas' spirit will live on forever AND SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR LIVES. remember this, for it is true.

Our sincere condolences—James and Norma Jean Thompson, Syracuse, UT

Sir, Ms Dee and Thomas family,
We are very saddened to hear of Carey's passing. What a beautiful soul. Thinking of the Thurman and Thomas families as well as her two boys tonight. With love,  
Ali Masson

Dear family - we are at a loss for words - our prayers are with you all and our deepest sympathies - with love. From the Buckhouts

Carey was my saving grace and angel I met at Fort Riley. She would give the shirt off her back to anyone. She stood up for me and loved everyone. She was a beautiful soul. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Our family sends love and prayers to the Thomas and Thurman families.

We are at a loss for words... Carey was a vibrant woman who is loved by so many. She will always be a light for others. Her enthusiasm for life & her family showed in all that she did. Our deepest condolences Scott, Tyler, James, & Thurman family.

Dear J.D., Dee, and all the Thurman and Thomas Family,

We want to extend our deepest and sincerest sympathy to all of you on the passing of Carey.  Our hearts are filled with sorrow for you all, and we pray Our Good Lord will bless all of you with His love and Strength during this very difficult time in your lives.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
In love and sympathy,
Leon & Judy LaPorte

So very sorry to hear about Carey.  She was one of my first Army wife friends at Fort Irwin 15 years ago.  I will always remember her radiant smile and bubbly personality...she lit up every room and and the hearts within.  Keeping you all in my prayers.

Jim, and DeeDee, my heart felt sympathy for your loss. Praying for y'all and her family. Suzanne McClain McCandless

Jim, Dee Dee, Jaime, Scott and all other family members. There are no words that can be spoken at this time to ease your pain and sorrow.  Just know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Amy and I extend our love and prayers to the Thurman and Thomas family. We know what a loving and caring family Carey was a part of and as I looked at the photos I was especially struck by the ones where she was hugging and loving on Dee, JD, one of the boys or other members of the family. I know it hurts and our prayers are for your comfort and peace but I can't wait till we can all hug each other as much as we want for eternity. Love, Mike and Amy Tarvin

Heartfelt condolences to the Thomas and Thurman families. So sorry for your loss.

We are sending our heartfelt condolences to the Thurman and Thomas family.  May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you.  Praying for you.  Greg and Terrie Fentress (Fort Knox, Ky)

Dear Dee, Jim, Jaime, and Thomas family,  
It is unbelievable.  We are so sorry for your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  We hold you all in our hearts.

My prayers go out to all those who loved and cherished Carey, especially her wonderful family whom she adored.  You'll hear nothing but wonderful memories of a happy, generous, and loving person who indeed left too soon.  She was truly an inspiration.

It's been many years since I actually got to see Carey....20 to be exact, but to this day, the memory of how wonderful she was does not fade. I just want to send all of you my love and well wishes. Carey was so very special. Please reach out to me when you are feeling up to it Kbeck1776@gmail.com

May God bless the entire Thurman and Thomas families during this deeply trying time of anguish and grief.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to you today and in the weeks and months ahead.

We send our heartfelt condolences to the Thomas and Thurmond Families. We are sadden to hear about Carey. What an exceptional young woman and a military spouse who inspired so many. Carey set the standard in service to Soldiers and their Families; to the Army. She will truly be missed by so many.  God Bless her and her family, especially in the days ahead.

Dear Thurman and Thomas Family,

We cannot imagine your grief. Please know your entire family has a place in our hearts and prayers. May the light of Carey's life continue to brighten your future. We look with Christian hope to the day of reunion. May your faith and your pride in Carey sustain you in days to come.
Sincerely,
Dollie and Gene Brown
Miles' Mom and Dad

My family and I want to send our deepest condolences on your sudden loss. We are sending you thoughts and prayers as you all weather this time of grief. May God watch over all of you affected.

She was a beautiful, wonderful person. I never got the chance to meet her in person and I miss that loss and my mother absolutely adored her. I wish so very much I could have met her in person. She was such a wonderful person she'll be missed by everyone who knew her. This is such a heart breaking loss. I'm so very sorry Scott.

We are deeply saddened by your loss. Scott, Tyler, James, and Thurman family please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Carey was a very special woman. She was family to us and we loved her very much. The world is a less brighter place without her presence.

Our hearts and prayers with you all. We are deeply saddened by your loss -May God provide you comfort during this time. Sincerely, Kevin and Charmain Admiral

We are deeply saddened by Carey's passing. Our love and prayers are with the Thurman and Thomas families in their loss. We hope you find comfort and hope in the presence of her boys. Her spirit lives on in them. Again our condolences.

So very saddened to hear the news about Carey. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her husband and their two boys.

JD and Dee, our deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many whose lives you and your beautiful daughter have touched.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your lost.

Our condolences to your family.  We are saddened to hear of the loss of your child, a sister, a mother, and a wife. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  All of us in your miltary family have lost a dear one.  We send our sincerest sympathy.

General Thurman, Dee, Jamie, Miles and family, we are so saddened to hear about the loss of your beautiful daughter Carey.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.  
COL Paul and Shelley Hossenlopp

To the Thomas & Thurman families, please know that old and new friends have all of you in prayer. May God bring you healing, peace and strenghth to get through this difficult time. What a beautiful child God blessed you with, she is now in heaven watching over all of you.

Claudio & Adeline Facundo (San Antonio, TX)

Dear GEN Thurman and Dee
How can I express my sadness to yours regarding our family member Carey passed away. 
RIP Carey. GOD bless you.

My heart is so broken to hear of Carey's passing. I met her at Ft. Leavenworth when James was in preschool with my twin daughters. She was a truly beautiful woman, wife and mother with a larger than life personality. So much joy and so much love for life. I am so deeply sorry for your loss and please know your family is in my heart and prayers. God Bless.

We were shocked and saddened to hear about Carey. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting her, I felt like I knew her through Jaime and others who knew her well through the Army Family. We are sending prayers to you all at this very difficult time.

We feel as though we knew your beautiful wife, Carey......., Kristene (our daughter)and Bill Erwin spoke of your family, Scott, so often with glowing stories of what wonderful parents, you both are and how strong Carey was during your military deployments. Our very sincere sympathy. Karen and Jeff Ianiri

We are heartbroken to hear of the loss of Carey.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

"The Thomas Family, Dee  and JD, my heart hurts for all of you during your lost. My thoughts and prayers are for God's healing powers to help ease your pain."

Dear General Thurman, Dee, Jaime, and all family members,
My heart is heavy and aches with sadness since learning of the news today. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Grazyna Musick

General Thurman and Dee, our hearts are broken along with yours with news of this great loss.  We're praying for you that God's grace will be sufficient to see you and your family through this trying time.  We love you.

Dee, I am so sorry to hear about the tremendous loss of your daughter. May the entire family feel His loving & compassionate presence as He walks with you during this time. You are all loved and covered in prayers.

I cannot find the words to express my sadness over this.  She was such a wonderful person, and the world is a lesser place without her.  Scott, you and your family are in our prayers during this time.

Wishing you as much peace as possible during this difficult time.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  "Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more that a thought apart. For as long there is a memory, they'll live on in our hearts."

Dear, Jim and DeeDee,
Prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God give you and Carey's family peace and comfort.  Love from your Oklahoma family.

We are so sorry for your loss. She was with us for many years in Fulda and Fort Hood and a wonderful child and a great friend to our daughters Noel and Elizabeth. We pray for her and her family. God bless, john and ceil abrams

Dear Jim and DeeDee,  My heart goes out to you and your daughters family during this hard times.  I wish I had the right words to comfort you but nothing seems to come out right.  May you let the Good Lord comfort You and Carry You Through These Times.  

Love,  Sally Yarbrough Lewis

We are so sad at the loss of such a wonderful lady, mother and more.  Our prayers are with you and we just wish we could do more to ease the pain.

I'm so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I pray that god will give you strength to keep going. Thinking about you all. Hold onto the memories, they will last forever. God Bless you all.

Carey was my battle buddy and good friend at Ft Riley. Our children were close and we shared a lot of laughs and tears.  She was full of love and my heart goes out to all of her Family.  Many Prayers to her Family. 
Sue Ollar and Family

Our hearts and prayers with you all.  Carey was a very special person who touched so many people.  We are deeply saddened by your loss.  Abe  and Connie Abrams

You all are in our prayers! Our hearts go out to all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless you Scott and your two sons Tyler and James and the entire Thurman family. Love to all of you!! Ron and Melinda Riling

We are so sorry for your loss.  Sincerest condolences to the Thomas, Brown and Thurman families. Chris Robbins

We are so sorry for your loss.  Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Carey was such a beautiful person.  Always smiling and sweet, not to mention creative.  Her warm heart has touched many.  Prayers for the family during this difficult time.  My heart truly breaks for you.

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thought and prayers.
David and Martina Hogg

So sorry for your lose.  Praying for you all.  May your beautiful memories of Carey help to ease your pain.

JD & Dee Our hearts go out to you and your family. You are in our prayers and I know the sorrow you are going through. I know God will help you get through these sad times. Love to you both.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of my dear friend Carey. She was a sweet soul that could light up any room. After several years of no contact we were able to connect again and pick right up where we left off. Prayers are going up for her family, her children and her husband.

Sincerest condolences to the Thomas, Brown and Thurman families.  So very sorry for this heartbreaking loss.

I love you Tyler. Mom took such good care of you and James. My heart is with you and your family at this very difficult time. I love you all so very, very much and just hold in my heart the wonderful phone call I had from Mom and so good to talk to you,too. l heard her joy in how proud she was of you as I am, too. God Bless. 
Love, 
Miss Lucas

Jim and DeeDee, I don't even know where to begin.  My heart breaks for you both.  Just know I am thinking of you.  Julie Riley

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts and prayers are with the Thomas, Thurman, and Brown families during this difficult time.

Dee Dee and Jim, prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time. my heartfelt blessings to Carey's family. Martha Montgomery Reddout

My heart is broken. Carey was a dear sweet friend with a kind heart. She helped me through my first few deployments simply by being such a supportive friend and neighbor. Carey has left a wonderful mark on this world and the Army community. She will be greatly missed. Sending you all love and prayers.

Thoughts and prayers to all. Carey was a beautiful person inside and out. I will forever remember her. Love to you all

We are so very sorry for your loss!  Keeping your family in our prayers during this difficult time.

Gen Thurman and Miss Dee, Our hearts are broken.  We are so sad to hear about Carey.  Scott, Jaime, the boys and the whole family are in our thoughts and prayers.  With all our love, Sean, Sheryl, Josie and Jayden

My deepest condolences to Scott, the boys, Thurmans and the Browns for the loss of a beautiful young lady with such a caring heart. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.  I will miss my dearest care free friend and I am glad that we crossed paths and became such great friends with wonderful memories from Kansas and will remember you always Carie!

We were devastated to hear the news--such tremendous pain for you at what should be a joyous time of year.  We pray for you all and know you were blessed with the time you had with Carey.  May your faith, family, and friends sustain you through all the difficult days that lie ahead.

Praying for Scott, the boys and the entire family. Carey was such a light. She will be missed immensely.

Dee Dee and Jim - my heart is broken for all of you.  I wish I had some comforting words but know there must not be any at this time.  My prayers and love are with you.

We are so very sorry for your loss! We knew Carey and Scott at Fort Irwin 11 years ago.  Sending prayers and thoughts your way!

We are just so sorry for your loss.  There are no words to describe the pain.  Carey was, and still is, an Angel to all.  Prayers for you to find peace and comfort.

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Carey Lee Thurman Thomas

August 25, 1978 – December 15, 2014

Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home

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