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Thurlow Conaway Obituary

Thurlow A. Conaway, Jr., resident of Prairieville and native of New Orleans, LA passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the age of 73. He enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters and watching his grandsons play sports. He also loved hunting, fishing, and baseball. Thurlow was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Scuderi Conaway; daughters, Carla Conaway Madni and husband Azad M. Madni, and Melissa Conaway Sybrandt and husband Mark Henry Sybrandt; four grandchildren, Laila Azad Madni, Ashna Azad Madni, Peyton Conaway Sybrandt, and Austin Conaway Sybrandt; and brother, Gene Raymond Conaway. Thurlow is preceded in death by his father, Thurlow Anthony Conaway, Sr.; mother, Delores Theobold Conaway Bruno; and brother, Christopher Theobold. Visiting hours will be observed at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., on Saturday, October 18, 2014 from 8:30 am until service time. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am. Pallbearers are Peyton Conaway Sybrandt, Austin Conaway Sybrandt, Mark Henry Sybrandt, and Alvin Anthony Satches, Jr. Inurnment to follow in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Family and friends are invited to sign the online memorial, leave a personal note to the family, or order flowers at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 15 to Oct. 18, 2014.
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so sorru to hear of Thurlow's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Yvonne and Sonny Wolz

October 24, 2014

There are no words that can provide comfort for the sorrow that consumes your family at this time. Know that our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gerri & Pat + Allen Scuderi & Polizzi

October 17, 2014

Gene, sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Jim Moser

October 17, 2014

I worked with Mr. Conaway at First NBC Operations Center, he was a nice person and pleasure to work with. My condolences to the family.

Melanie Barnhill

October 17, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Lloyd Kenney

October 16, 2014

Carolyn and family, we are so very sorry to hear of Thurlow's passing. We hope that God gives you the strength to hold on to the wonderful memories that Thurlow created for you all. Our deepest sympathies.

Paulette & Edmond Barras

October 16, 2014

So very sorry to hear of Thurlow's passing. My deepest sympathies.

Nancy Ketry

October 16, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Thurlow. It was so nice to grow up next door to you all. Great memories! May God Give you all the strength to get through this difficult time. We will all meet one day in that place that Jesus has prepared for us. Sincerely, Karen Luc Long

Karen Luc-Long

October 16, 2014

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8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home - Baton Rouge

11817 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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Memorial service

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Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home - Baton Rouge

11817 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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