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Mark Turpin Obituary

Mark Allen Turpin, 32, of Christiansburg, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Roy and Alice Turpin and Marvin and Sylvia Sowers; sister, Lisa Gale Turpin; uncle, Larry Sowers. He is survived by his parents, Wendell William and Margaret Sowers Turpin, of Christiansburg; two brothers, Anthony William Turpin and his wife, Leslie, of Christiansburg, and Timothy Andrew Turpin and his friend, Kim Shelor, of Floyd; and a nephew, Matthew William Turpin; and a niece, Taylor Renee Turpin. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 10, 2008 at 2 p.m., at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford with the Rev. Frankie Graham officiating. Interment will follow at the Pentecostal Conference Cemetery in Dublin. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christiansburg Rescue Squad, 190 Depot Street, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Sunday evening at the funeral home. The Turpin family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 8, 2008.

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Family of Larry Sowers

November 10, 2008

Margaret, Wendell, Timmy and Anthony,
We are grieving with you in the loss of Mark, we are all too familiar with the pain you and your family are feeling, and wish there was something we could do or say to help you. But only the Lord can get you through this hard time, and only time will heal, we will pray for strength for your family during this horrible time in your life. Please let us know if we can help in any way.

Love Always,
Rhonda, Ashley, Brittney and Travis Sowers

John McMurray

November 10, 2008

Mark will be missed by all that knew him. I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. May god be with you in your time of loss and guide you through it.

Amber Douglas

November 9, 2008

I worked with Mark years ago.. he always had such a positive disposition and was one of the nicest people I worked with. I am truly sad for your loss. You will all be in my prayers.

God Bless you,

Amber, Isabella and Sophia Douglas

Angie Moore

November 9, 2008

Im Angie (Jackie Sister) just wanted to say sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you all.

Nickie Martin

November 9, 2008

To the Family and Friends Of Mark~

I went to school with Mark and remember him well. I am very sorry for your loss. It is my hope that the memories you made with Mark will bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Eddie Smith

November 8, 2008

Wendell so sorry for your loss
Eddie Smith
(Bessie Turpin Simpkins son)

Sharon Neece Yopp

November 8, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt prayers go out to the both of you as well as the rest of the family. May God give you comfort in time of sorrow.

Dana Stultz

November 8, 2008

Margaret and Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. If there is any thing I can do, please let me know.

Donna Murphy

November 8, 2008

To Mark's Entire Family:
I am very sorry for your loss.I will be Praying that the Lord will give you extra strength and comfort to get through the next few days and days to come. Each of you have my deepest Sympathy.

Donna Murphy
(Jason's Mom)

Gail Duffy

November 8, 2008

To the family and friends of Mark....
I graduated with Mark and always remember him as such a kind and gentle soul. I was so sad to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

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