Obituary of Nyla Thurston

Nyla Thurston, 66, of Cortland passed away February 24, 2010. She was born May 6, 1943 the daughter of the late Louis and Hazel Curtis. Nyla had lived in Cortland the past 35 years. She was co owner and operator of Thurstons Travel Agency with her husband. In her spare time she enjoyed being outdoors golfing, hunting, and fishing. She was also an active bowler in various bowling leagues. She is survived by her husband of 35 yrs Phil Thurston of Cortland, daughter Debra Smith of Cortland, son Scott (Brenda) Thomas of DeRuyter NY, sister Veda (Luke) Meyer-Casten of Elmira, grandchildren Jessica, Zachary, Christopher, Elizabeth, Mackenzie, great grandchildren Brandon and Savannah, nieces and nephews. A calling hour will be held Friday 1-2 pm followed by a funeral service to begin 2 pm at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home Inc 9 Lincoln Ave Cortland NY. Spring burial will be at the Glenwood Cemetery, Homer NY. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To offer condolences online, visit www.wright-beard.com To my dear friend Phil and his family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. Nyla will forever live in the hearts of those who knew her. May her soul be at God's right hand. She will be missed. Sincerely, Nimrod McDade Phil, We may have never met but you and Nyla have been in my heart for years now. I am the former Indians Team Collecter (onlycards13)and we have exchanged many cards in the past. My preyers are with you and your family. May God bless you and hold Nyla tight in his arms. Jim Lee ...Phil, Scott and family. We are so sorry to hear of Nyla's passing. We are unable to attend the calling hours tomorrow and wanted to let you to know that we are thinking about you. Have thought of your family many times and the good times we had together. Best wishes, love, Marilyn and Ron Phil & Family May we offer our deepest condolences to you and the family for your loss. We were so glad we saw you in November and we hope you are feeling better. We are currently in the Tampa area but our prayers will be with you. God bless. Phil thoughts escape me at this time but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. mark montgomery Phil, Debbie, Scott, and families, we offer our heartfelt condolences to all of you.We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Nyla was a wonderful person. wishing God will give you all strength you need at this time. God Bless You Gene and Pam Donovan To Phil and family - Sincere sympathy for your loss. Nyla will be missed by everyone. Jodi Burch Harvey Phil, your friend from around the country are with you in spirit. God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Find strength in your family and God will be your guide. Tony Cundai Phil, I am so sorry for your loss. Try and stay strong and know your friends are here for you...God Bless Billy Stair To my dear friend Phil and his family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. Nyla will forever live in the hearts of those who knew her. May her soul be at God's right hand. She will be missed. Sincerely, Nimrod McDade Dear Phil and family, I send my sincerest sympathies to each of you. When my family was in great need on June 3, 1975 and I was returning from Ireland, Nyla made all the arrangements for a speedy, safe change of destination and arrival in Albany. We will never forget her kindnesses. God's love and blessings to you. Dear Scott and family. I was visiting my Mom over Easter weekend and heard that your Mom had passed. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Love, Toni Patriarco Seay