Obituary of Kyle J. Thurston

Kyle James Thurston, born in Oneida, NY on 6/7/83, the son of Michael Thurston and Marjorie Smith, passed on 9/4/22 at the age of 39 with his family by his side after courageously battling a long debilitating disease. Kyle graduated from Canastota Central School District in 2002. He loved fishing, hunting, trips to Horseshoe Lake, playing baseball and football. Kyle had a love for sports, including the Miami Dolphins and Syracuse Orange. His most proudest accomplishment is his beloved daughter, Madison. Kyle is predeceased by his grandparents, Daryl Smith and John Thurston. He is survived by his daughter, Madison Mary Thurston and her mother Kelly Bonner; his grandmother Barbara Thurston, his parents, siblings Travis Thurston, Troy Henry, Lauren Bean and Shawn Thurston along with many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins, and a niece and nephew. Calling hours will be at Malecki Funeral Home in Vernon, NY for family and friends on 9/8 from 4-6 pm with a service to follow. All are welcome to a Celebration of Life at the Vernon American Legion following the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to his daughter's college fund in Madison Thurston's name; envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Special thanks to Rome Memorial Hospital ICU staff for all their care and kindness during this difficult time.