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Perry Turner

1936 - 2016

Perry Turner obituary, 1936-2016, Gary, IN

BORN

1936

DIED

2016

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Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Perry Turner Obituary

Perry Thomas Turner "Breadman", 80, passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2016 in Gary, IN. Perry was born June 29,1936 in Memphis, TN. He retired from US Steel after 30 years of service. He was preceded in death by his loving parents Gueilar and Charles T. Turner, brother Charles E. Turner, Aunt Henry Mae Witherspoon and stepson Monte' G. Johnson Jr. He leaves to cherish his loving wife of 38 years Helen A. Turner; daughters, Brenda Shaye Johnson, Juan Delores Turner, Monica Jones, Teresa Turner and Nicole Turner and one son Perry Turner Jr. One sister Billie Jean Ray, 16 Grandchildren, 20 Great-Grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Services Thursday, October 20, 2016. Viewing 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m., Family Hour 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Funeral 11:00 a.m. all services at Christ Baptist Church, 4700 E. 7th Ave., Gary, IN 46403. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2016.

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Corrine, Lexie, Amos and Phillip White

October 20, 2016

From: Corrine White. Lexie White Rawls. Amos White. Phillip White. He was a great Man and will be missed.

Gerald, Soror Tracie & Lindsey Simmons

October 20, 2016

Soror Helen, Soror Nikki & Family,

We pray that in this time of loss,
You'll feel God's love much more
And that you'll find your comfort
In the presence of the Lord
We pray God pours upon you,
His sweet amazing grace
And overflow your heart with peace
As you live in His embrace.

Minietta Coleman Nelson

October 20, 2016

To Helen and Turner Family,

Wanted to take this moment to send my heartfelt condolences during the lost of your love one. May God comfort you at this time of bereavement.

Daisy Curtis

October 19, 2016

Helen and Family,

You have my heartfelt condolences as you prepare for your Beloved Perry's Homegoing. May the fond memories help sustain you in the coming months.

Your Sister in Christ,

Lashonda Tillis

October 18, 2016

To the family of Helen Turner:
May God provide comfort during this time of loss. I pray that you always keep joy in your hearts toward the memories you share. There's no more suffering, nor pain where Perry is, just the love and peace of God.

Lashonda Tillis and Family

Blanche (Brooks) Stubbs

October 18, 2016

Dear Helen and Family:

I was sorry to read of your husband's passing. May your faith in God grant you peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

Sincerely,


Blanche(Brooks)Stubbs

Sam and Natalie Stewart

October 18, 2016

To the family of Helen Turner....We are so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. He and Sam worked together at the mill and I worked with you at Spaulding School. You have our deepest and sincerest sympathy.

JoAnn Gamble

October 18, 2016

Helen -Nikki and the entire Turner family and friends.For my Buddy as I watched and knew you for 35 years you were always a shinning example of the great Husband, father, friend you were a leader. I shall miss that deep voice when I'd call and wake you up looking for my sistergirl your wife Helen.You were always kind,compassionate,giving and so you will always be alive in my heart yes your bodily form will be missed,but those who knew you will share the comfort knowing you give your best.

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4700 E. 7th Ave., Gary, IN

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4700 E. 7th Ave, Gary, IN

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