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Dustin Turner Obituary
He was born in Melrose, MA on July 11, 2001.
Dustin was in 5th grade at McKelvie School in Bedford.
He is survived by his parents, Michelle (Dyer) and Kendall Turner; sister, Nicole; maternal grandparents, William and Carol Ann (Barbuto) Dyer of Bedford; two aunts, Sheryl Ann Jacoppo and her husband, Charlie, of North Carolina and Kim King and her husband, Jeff, of Kansas; and many great aunts, great uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Alice Gulley Turner.
Dustin's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him know the quality of existence far exceeded the quantity of time he lived. Boy, did Dustin live, from boating on Lake Winnipesaukee to the top of Diamond Head in Hawaii! He showed his love of life through his beautiful smile and contagious giggles.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, March 8, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 190 Meetinghouse Rd., Bedford. Committal prayers followed at St. Joseph Cemetery, 448 Donald St., Bedford.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make A Wish of NH, 814 Elm St., Suite 300, Manchester, NH 03101.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Lauren Koczarski
March 10, 2014
Dustin was a bright, happy light in my visits to Bedford. You are loved and made the world a happier place. Peace and love.
Beth Bursey
March 7, 2014
Dustin - YOU have made a positive impact on my daughter and our family in Bedford. We will always remember the twinkle in your beautiful blue eyes as we loaded on the Bus in the morning, before school. Our daughter Bethany talks of you all the time, and she is convinced that her MiMi (who is in Heaven) is now hanging out with Dustin. :) Warm thoughts to you all - Dustin is a good soul ... who has now found a life of freedom! We love you guys! Bethany (classmate) & Family (Bedford, NH)
Toni Vachon
March 6, 2014
Kendall, Michelle & Nicole,
My words are not adequate to express the sorrow I feel for your loss. Dustin was an inspiration to everyone around him.
I am so blessed and lucky to have known his beauty. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days
ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Marissa and Gareth Richmond
March 5, 2014
Proud to have been the cousin of such an amazing and strong young man. We are so deeply saddened that you are physically no longer with is, but take comfort in knowing we have gained a guardian angel. We know you are somewhere where you are free from pain and in the arms of so many who went before you who also loved you so very much. My heart is broken for our family, but blessed to be among some of the strongest people I know. We love you, Dustin!
Love,
Meese and Gareth xo
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Somewhere over the rainbow...There's a land that I heard of once in a lullaby
Sheri Tosto-Lombardi
March 5, 2014
It was a privilege to meet Dustin, he was that special type of kid that you just wanted to spend time with. I enjoyed the time we all had together. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel watching over you.
Aunty Jane & Uncle Stephen Brenner
March 5, 2014
"In the arms of an angel, fly away from here . . . " You'll be missed by many and loved by all.
Elizabeth Murray
March 5, 2014
Dustin touched so many lives, I will never forget that infectious smile and laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Normajene, Mark, Scott & Cara Lamb, Perkins
March 5, 2014
Our prayers are with you
Doucettes
March 5, 2014
We love you very much, love Kevin, Brenda, CJ and Kiki
Karen Desrochers
March 5, 2014
Dustin's smile was infectious, he was a brave boy who taught everyone around him how to be a better person without speaking a word. We love you Dustin , run free, cause trouble, yell at the top of your lungs, do all the things you couldn't do here on earth !! Love to all the Turners
Heidi Caswell
March 5, 2014
Words can't express how sorry I am for you. Dustin touched so many lives and his smile lit up an entire room.
Susan & Dave Stander
March 5, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Dustin's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lee & DeLorie Belanger
March 5, 2014
So very sorry for the loss of your sweet boy. We are thinking of you all and sending prayers your way.
Frank Hayes
March 5, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so terribly sorry for your loss. ~ The Hayes Family
March 4, 2014
My heart goes out to all of you; Dustin certainly touch a lot of lives in his short time here.
Karen Perras and family
Nancy Galvin
March 4, 2014
Dustin touched many lives. and brought a lot of joy and love. From the day he was born he has been surrounded by love. I'm sure he's looking down on all of you with those beautiful blue eyes. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Nancy
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