Thurman Hamby

Thurman Hamby, age 87, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Ball Memorial Hospital. He was born April 2, 1923 in Glenmary, Tennessee to the late Sylvester and Bertha (Griffith) Hamby.

He retired from Chrysler Corporation in New Castle following over 30 years of service. Thurman was a member of Grand Avenue Baptist Church. Thurman displayed many qualities that make an outstanding citizen and volunteer. He made the children of Westminister Community Center feel as if they are number one in his eyes in numerous ways. Thurman had a huge heart and a lot of love to give and share with everyone. He was a fix-it guy that tinkered with automobiles, sewing machines, and lawn mowers. Thurman was a pilot and enjoyed flying with his family and friends.

Survivors include his sister, Thelma Thomas of Wartburg, TN; brother, Hallard (wife, Iola) Hamby of Wartburg, TN; numerous special nieces and nephews whom he loved very much.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie (Booher) Hamby; three brothers, SV” Sylvester Hamby, Herman Hamby and Harlen Hamby; three sisters, Glenice Boyles, Marie Holder and Geneva Maden.

Services will be at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, December 19, 2010 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle with Reverend Gene Bennett officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Friday, December 17, 2010 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Westminister Community Center in New Castle with envelopes available at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.hinsey-brown.com .