James A. "Jamey" Thornburg, 64, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at his residence.
Born December 8, 1960 in St. Paul, he was the son of James R. "Pinky" Thornburg and Delores "Pud" (Bennett) Thornburg.
Survivors include a son Nicholas "Nick" Thornburg of Shelbyville; 4 siblings- Alvin "Al" Thornburg of Florida, Danny "Smokey" Thornburg of Shelbyville, Dianne Baldwin of St. Paul, Nancy Hawkins of Lafayette; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Mr. Thornburg had lived in this area since 2010, after moving from Fishers. He graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1979, and attended Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. He had worked for several Indianapolis area home builders including CP Morgan, Arbor Homes and KB Home Builders, as a national home trainer for
home sales, retiring after many years. He also volunteered for Bosma Visionary Opportunities Foundation, and the Shelbyville Humane Society.
Jamey led a vibrant life and was always known as the life of the party. He enjoyed dressing nice whenever he went out and he valued his time with family and close friends more than anything. Jamey enjoyed listening to music and playing golf with his son and was an avid sports fan who had a wealth of knowledge in football and basketball. He was the most passionate IU fan.
Jamey enjoyed working with his family business Thornburg's Pineapple Whip that is beloved by many. Jamey will be remembered as a charismatic, good-hearted conversationalist with great humor. He made an impact on everyone he met,
and he was a man of faith.
Funeral services will be 3:00 pm on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road with Pastor Robb Barlow officiating.
Friends may call on Friday morning from 1:00 pm until the time of the service.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Bosma Foundation or the Shelbyville Humane Society, in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeandson.com.
