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Leonard H. Turnbull, 91, of Greer, died September 29, 2013.
Born in Graniteville, SC, he was the son of W. C. R. and Eula Helen Glover Turnbull.
Mr. Turnbull attended the University of South Carolina before entering the Marine Corp, serving during World War II in the Pacific Theater on Iwo Jima and other islands. Following his service in the Marine Corp, he completed his studies at the University of Oregon. After retiring as News Editor with The Greenville-Piedmont, Mr. Turnbull worked with Federal Express.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Betty Ann Swygert Turnbull, and his second wife, Patricia Shaw Turnbull.
Surviving are his son, Mark Turnbull of Greer; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 3rd, at 12:30 p.m. at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 910 Hudson Road, Greenville, SC 29615. The family will receive friends following the service in the church fellowship hall.
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Julie Groce-Eppes
January 21, 2014
Mark, I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. I never met you but my dad & your dad were good friends. We board our horses at your dads place back in the late 70's and as a teenager I cleaned your dads barn etc. many fond memories of your dad. What a very kind man.
Tonya Hamilton
October 2, 2013
I had the honor of delivering Meals to Mr. Turnbull for the past several years. He always had a smile on his face and kind words for me. Mr. Turnbull will be missed! My prayers are with your family.
Peggy Lister
October 1, 2013
Heaven has gained another Angel ~
Susan Cooke
September 30, 2013
Mark, Sorry to read of your Dad's passing. I remember you and your family living behind us when we were growing up. Prayers to you and your family. Susan Vinson Cooke
Eddie & Debbie Smith
September 30, 2013
Mark, sorry to her of your dads passing. He lived a long and wonderful life. I remember him well. We would play on his train set when he was gone. Our prayers are with you
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