Michael Floyd Thurman, 77 of Kingsville, Missouri passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at his home.

Mike was born February 10, 1945 in Holden, MO, to Floyd Thurman and Zelma (Becker) Thurman. He was raised in Kingsville and graduated from Kingsville High School. He was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Akins on August 19, 1966. The couple resided in Pleasant Hill for a brief time prior to moving to Kingsville in 1967. Mike enlisted in the Army National Guard in February 1967. He served 6 years as a wireman stationed at Fort Leonard Wood and Camp Ripley in Minnesota. He also worked as a painter and for Stahl's Specialty Company during that time. Following enlistment, he went to work for Armco Steel in Kansas City where he retired in 1992. After retirement, he went to work for the US Postal Service for 14 years.

Mike loved hunting, fishing, and tending to the many dogs along his mail route, who loved their daily treats, and the many people he encountered along his route.. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, helping to raise his granddaughter and the many children that came to the home throughout the years.

Pat preceded him in death on December 8, 2013. He was also preceded in death by both parents and one sister, Patricia McGilll.

Mike is survived by his son: Michael A. Thurman, of Kingsville, MO; daughter: Lori Thurman, of Kingsville, MO; granddaughter: Danielle Myrick (Justin) of Pleasant Hill, MO; great-grandson: Graysen Myrick, of Pleasant Hill, MO; sisters: Joyce McCloud, of Oak Grove, MO; and Pamela (Thurman) Merriott, of Kingsville, MO, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 2:00pm at Williams Funeral Chapel in Holden, MO with Pastor Jack Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Duncan Cemetery, south of Kingsville, with Military Honors. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Williams Funeral Chapel.

Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralchapel.net.