Linda Jo Thurston

Linda Jo Thurston, 76, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at her home.

She was born February 17, 1948, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Gene and Edna (Skaggs) Wilborn.

Linda is survived by her daughters, Lisa Winkler and husband, Dale, of Shelbyville, and Robin Lynn Browning and husband, Ron, of League City, Texas; son, Billy Joe Thurston and wife, Allison, of Shelby County; grandchildren, Kristen, Brandon, Eric, Brad, Renee, Josh, Jaiden, Kassie, Emilee, Jaida and Nick; and great-grandchildren, Lukas, Londyn and Evelyn.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Pamela Danielle Thurston; and sister, Margaret Keel.

Linda was a Qualified Medication Assistant (QMA) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Heritage Manor for over 15 years, and at Walker Place for seven years, until retiring in 2015.

She attended Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church.

Linda enjoyed working crossword puzzles, and watching games show especially the “Price is Right”. 

She loved spending time with her family and animals.

Visitation will be from 10 am to Noon, Friday, December 13, 2024 at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Funeral services will follow at Noon the funeral home, with Rev. Bill Horner officiating.

Interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Memorial contributions maybe made to the Shelbyville-Shelby County Animal Shelter, 705 Hale Road, Shelbyville, Indiana 46176.

Online condolences may be shared with Linda’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.