From Brittany Roegge and family.

Even though you weren't my biological grandfather or great grandfather to myself or my children I want you to know that I always looked up to you through my mom's stories and the way she saw you. Thank you for just being you and for always being kind to us and treating us with love, respect, and acceptance. The impact you made reached farther than you probably ever knew.

You will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered. Sending our condolences to the rest of the family.

Aunt Dottie and family, please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss. Uncle Paul was an extraordinary man whom we all admired greatly. Rest in peace, Uncle Paul, until we meet again.

Grandpa, thank you for your love, your guidance, and the example you set for all of us. We are proud of the life you lived, the family you helped build, and the service you gave to our country.

You will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

Rest easy, Grandpa. We love you always.

– Jeremy King, Your Great-Grandchildren, and Family ❤️

This was when we lived in Chicago. Dad was really strict.  I guess that's why we are so strong now. Thank you mom and dad for that.
Love, always Dawn

Even though many would consider Paul my stepfather, to me he was so much more than that.
He came into my life at a time when I was young, angry, hurting, and carrying more resentment than I knew what to do with. Without ever realizing it, he taught me some of the most important lessons I would ever learn—not through words, but through the way he lived his life every single day.
Paul showed me that people are human. We all make mistakes, sometimes very big ones, but those mistakes do not define us. He taught me to look deeper, to try to understand why people think, act, and respond the way they do instead of holding onto anger and judgment. He showed me that hard work, integrity, and kindness are choices we make every day.
He believed in getting up early, working hard, loving others without expecting anything in return, and refusing to let the world tell you who you should be. He taught me that your value is not determined by what others think of you. You simply give your best, whatever your 100% looks like that day, and know in your heart that you matter.
One of the greatest lessons he taught me was through action. If something needed to be done, he did it. He didn't wait for someone else. He didn't complain. He simply rolled up his sleeves and handled what was in front of him. That quiet strength left a lasting impression on me.
Paul never tried to replace my father. He never forced himself into a role that wasn't his. Instead, he became something equally important—a steady example of what it means to be a good man. A man who carried his burdens with dignity, faced life's challenges with determination, and continued moving forward no matter what obstacles stood in his way.
There were undoubtedly times when his heart was heavy, but I never saw weakness in him. What I saw was strength, humility, resilience, and grace. He always seemed to see strength in me as well, even during moments when I struggled to see it in myself.
I am grateful for every

Daddy, I will miss you every second of every day. Don't worry about momma, we got this down here. Thank you for all of your knowledge that you passed on to all of us. I always loved "helping you work on cars." We all knew i was the one handing you the tools. That was my job.  Until we meet again in heaven. Love always,  Dawn!

So sorry to hear of Paul's passing.. he was always a warm and friendly individual to be around...

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Paul Eugene Thurston

July 22, 1947 – June 16, 2026

Davison-Fulton-Woolsey-Wilton Funeral Home

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