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Robert Lee Turpin Jr., 34, of Radford, Va., died on Sunday, October 12, 2008. Surviving are his wife, Laura L. Turpin, of Allisonia; one son, Robert Russell Turpin, of Allisonia; his parents, Robert L. Turpin Sr., of Roanoke; his mother, Ruby S. Lucado; three sisters, Melissa Turin, of Christiansburg, Martha Edwards, of Dublin, and Amanda Hopkins, of Radford. Also surviving are a brother and sister-in-law, Barbara and James Reddens, of Pilot; his best friend and companion, Cheyenne; and best friends, Chad and Misty Johnson, of Radford. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at the Lighthouse Family Ministries Church, Riner, with the Rev. Buford Linkous officiating. Interment will follow in the Turpin Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorials be made to the DeVilbiss Funeral Home, 1200 Grove Ave., Radford, Va. 24141, to help defray funeral home costs. DeVilbiss Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 15, 2008.

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October 15, 2024

Another year has gone by and still I can't get over the heartache! I miss u today, more than u could imagine.... Always will... Continue to rest in peace, soaring high... Love ya, Ashley N.

Ashley

September 18, 2023

*Jr, the 15th anniversary is coming up & you still fill my thoughts & I always find myself reminiscing on the amazing fun times we had throughout the years! I miss your smile, your voice, your beautiful hair, & the relationship and bond you shared with Bri Bri! I wish I could turn the hands of time & trade places with you, bc I'd still do it if I could! I'd do anything to feel your strong embrace just one more time. I miss u very much & nothing will ever be the same without u! Ashley*

Kayla Hayes

October 16, 2008

Robert and Laura

You are in my prayers, Im so sorry for your loss.

BRANDY PAUL

October 16, 2008

TO THE FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! JR. WELL BE MISSED BY LOST OF PEOPLE. I MEET JR WHEN I MOVED HERE 8 YEARS AGO AND HE WAS ALWAY VERY FRIENDLY TO ME! HE WILL BE MISSED BY ME AND MY FAMILY! I WAS SHOCKED TO HERE WHAT HAS HAPPEN AND MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL AND MAY HE BE WITH JR. AS WELL. HE WILL BE MISSED SO MUCH HE WAS A GUD FRIEND TO ME AND MY SON.

AMY PALMER

October 16, 2008

HELLO RUBY. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. IF YOU NEED ANYTHING JUST MESSAGE ME! LOVE AND HUGS

Jennifer Fisher

October 16, 2008

Laura and Bonkers,
Im so sorry for your loss. Theres NO words to take your hurt and pain away. But as your friend Im here for you. Whatever time of day it is you know you can call me. If I can do anything for you PLEASE let me know. I love you and your in my thoughts and prayers.

Cal Taylor

October 15, 2008

Ruby, MJ I am sorry about JR, I was really looking forward to meeting him.. from what I hear he was a good man.. my thoughts and Prayers are with you.

Deby Patrick Linkous

October 15, 2008

Lisa and Family: Trust that god is walking with you every step of the way. He can help guide you through this. You will be and have been in my heart and prayers. I wish I could be there for you on Thurs. but I will be there in prayer, We love you and are here for you...

Belinda Hypes

October 15, 2008

Laura and Bonkers When Johnny Belinda and Oceanna heard about Junior we were very sad. You all meant the world to us. Oceanna has been wanting to talk to Bonkers ever since she found out but we didn't know how to get in touch with you. Just to let you know you all are in our prayers. Laura you and Bonkers are always welcomed to our house. Johnny and I had spoken to Junior from time to time. I'm sorry for your loss and pray that God be with you in your time of need.

Belinda Hypes

October 15, 2008

Laura and Bonkers, Oceanna and I were very sad to hear about Jr. going to be with the Lord. We are here if you need us. See you both soon.

EDDIE ARNOLD TURPIN JR

October 15, 2008

TO RUBY,LISA, MARTHA WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BE THERE BUT PLEASE KNOW THAT WE ARE THINKING ABOUT YOU ALL AND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU . IF YOU EVER NEED ANYTHING PLEASE GIVE US A CALL (276-970-3727) EVEN IF IT IS JUST TO TALK. WE LOVE YOU ALL

MARGARET QUESENBERRY

October 15, 2008

LISA MY PRAYS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

MELISSA SIMPKINS(REDDEN)

October 15, 2008

I AM SADDEDNED TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS .. LISA YOU MAY NOT REMEMBER ME.. BUT I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH YOU 2 .. HE EVEN MARRIED LAURA WHICH WAS MY NIECE BY MARRIAGE.. BUT RIGHT NOW I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY COMFORT AND MAY GOD BRING YOU PEACE!!! FROM THE SIMPKINS FAMILY TO YOURS!!!

Horner Insurance Agency

October 15, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

ANGIE HOLLINS

October 15, 2008

LISA AND LAURA I AM VERY SORRY!MY THOUGHT ARE WITH YOU AND I WILL PRAY FOR YOU ALL.I LOVE ALL OF YOU.JUNIOR WAS A TRUE FRIEND I WILL MISS HIM.

tasha duncan

October 15, 2008

lisa i am so sorry for what happened! just now that jr will always be with us!

Mary Burleson

October 15, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Lynn Dexter

October 15, 2008

my thoughts and prayers go out to Jr's family. God be with you !

MILDRED WHITESCARVER

October 15, 2008

LISA,IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS IF YOU NEED ME ME YOU KNOW WHERE I AM.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU NOW AND ALL THE DAYS TO COME.GOD BLESS YOU ALL AT THIS TIME.

SUSAN DOBBINS

October 15, 2008

RUBY MY DEEPEST SMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND THE FAMILY .YOUR IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

Becka Hosey

October 15, 2008

It will be the little things
that we will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.

With Loving Memories,

Melissa Breeden

October 15, 2008

If we could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
We’d express all our unspoken love;
We’d have countless things to say.

If we could bring you back again,
We’d say we treasured you,
And that your presence in our lives
Meant more than we ever knew.

If we could bring you back again,
To tell you what we should,
You’d know how much we miss you now,
And if we could, we would!

WE MISS YOU JUNIOR!!!

Kay Custer

October 15, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Janice Snell

October 15, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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