Thurma Jane Duke, 58 of Risco, Missouri, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026 at her residence in Risco, Missouri.

Thurma is the daughter of Thurman Billy Duke and Minerva Jane Matney. She was born on Sunday, July 2, 1967 in Paragould, Arkansas.

She worked for hospice as a caregiver.

Thurma was married to Jimmy Dale Forkum. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by her daughter, Kathona Foster (Scott Walker) of Risco; son, Justin Riddell of Malden; two grandchildren, Nala Foster and Layla Foster; sister, Connie Davis (James Stone) of Mabelvale, AR; brother, Terry Cline and wife, Kathy of Washington, MO and son-in-law, Jarred Foster of Risco.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Gary Cline.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Landess Funeral Home of Malden is in charge of the arrangements.