Robert Lee Thurman

Robert Lee Thurman of Stone Mountain passed away on October 26 at the age of 84. Mr. Thurman was born on March 18, 1932 in Atlanta. He had 35 years of service with AT&T, beginning as a linesman and ending his career in 1988 as a project manager, who oversaw the installation of fiber optic lines that came to make up the first fiber optic cable network in the Southeastern Region. He also served for over 9 years in the United States Armed Forces, where he acted as a communications specialist and attained the rank of Sergeant First Class. His service included active duty in 1951-1952 and concluded with 3 years with the 48th Military Police Company of the 48th Armored Division of the US Army National Guard. He was a member of the Pioneers Volunteer Network and the American Legion, Post 66. Mr. Thurman was a member of Decatur Presbyterian Church for over 50 years, where he was a Deacon, former member of the Chancel Choir, and was President of the Newton Morris Class for many years. He was an avid golfer, who in later years enjoyed playing at Little Mountain Golf Course.
Dr. Todd Speed will officiate at the graveside internment of his ashes at 10 am on December 28 at Decatur Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 11 am at the Decatur Presbyterian Church. Mr. Thurman is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mimi Thurman of Stone Mountain, daughter, Heather Thurman and son-in-law, Craig Schiller of Wiesbaden, Germany, son, James Thurman of Zurich, Switzerland, grandson, Callum Schiller and granddaughter, Cara Schiller. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Decatur Presbyterian Church. A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home, 2773 North Decatur Road, Decatur.


Funeral Home:
A. S. Turner & Sons
2773 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA
30033