Obituary of Strom Thurmond

Strom Thurmond

James Strom Thurmond Sr. (born December 5, 1902 in Edgefield, South Carolina) was a politician who was best known for representing the American state of South Carolina from 1954 to 2003 and served as the 103rd governor of South Carolina from 1947 to 1951. Strom died on June 26, 2003 and his death was reportedly because of heart failure. He died at the old age of 100.

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Strom Thurmond Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Thurmond, Strom
Common Name: Strom Thurmond
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Edgefield, South Carolina, United States
Birth Date: December 05, 1902
Age: 100 (at death)
Also Known As: Jimmy
Occupation: Politician
Active Years: 1933-2003

Religion: Baptist
Political Affiliation: Republican
Net Worth: $5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: White
Favorite Scent: Paco Rabanne Invictus
Favorite Actor: Humphrey Bogart

Strom's Family Tree

Birth Name: James Strom Thurmond Sr.
Father: John William Thurmond (1862-1934)
Mother: Eleanor Gertrude Strom (1870-1958)
Brother(s):

John William Thurmond Jr. (1900-1984)
Allen George Thrumond (1907-1993)

Sister(s):

Anna Gertrude Thurmond (1904-2000)
Martha Evelyn Thurmond Bishop (1909-2003)
Mary Thurmond Tompkins (1909-2004)

Spouse/Partner:

Jean Crouch (married 1947-1960, her death)
Nancy Janice Moore (married 1968-2003, his death)

Son(s):

Paul Reynolds Thurmond
James Strom Thurmond Jr.

Daughter(s):

Essie Mae Washington-Williams (1925-2014)
Nancy Moore Thurmond (1971-1993)
Juliana Gertrude Thurmond Whitmer

Death Notice:

Date: June 26 2003 at age 100
Place: Edgefield, South Carolina, United States
Cause of Death: Heart failure (old age)
Interment: Buried at Willowbrook Cemetery in Edgefield, South Carolina

Category Tags:

Politician American Born on December 5th Born in 1902 Born in South Carolina Died in 2003 Died at age 100 Died from Heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"In the life of Strom Thurmond, there were many highs, as well as lows. In death, we may never know his full story, but we can at least say that he lived a full life and died knowing how he lived. (V)"

"Strom Thurmond left an enduring legacy of political leadership and dedication to public service, inspiring countless individuals throughout his lifetime. (V)"

"Mister Thurmond was a prominent politician known for his career as a senator and his stance on civil rights, and his death was met with both controversy and reverence. (V)"

Is Mr. Strom Thurmond still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.