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Clarence Turner Obituary
Greenville
Clarence Ross Turner, Jr. died on Wednesday, December 25, 2013, surrounded by his family.
Born in Fork Shoals, SC, he was the son of the late Clarence Ross Turner, Sr. and Myrtie Jenkins Turner. He was married for 61 years to Anne Summers Turner.
He was a graduate of Fork Shoals High School and Clemson University, Class of 1954. He was a member of IPTAY and Eastlan Baptist Church.
He was the founder of Clarence Turner Insurance, now The Turner Agency, Inc. in Greenville. He loved fishing, Clemson football, and being with his family.
Surviving in addition to his wife are his children, Melissa Turner Smith and her husband, Donnie of Jamestown, NC; Clarence Ross Turner III and his wife, Julie of Greenville; Carole Turner Ward and her husband, Brad of Greenville; his grandchildren, Ashley and Maggie Kennedy; Clay, Carey, and Ellis Turner; Tinsley and Austin Ward; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his siblings Mildred Turner Childers, Doris Turner Crawford, Lois Turner Hall, and Thelma Turner Thomason.
Visitation will be held Friday, December 27, 2013 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 28, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Eastlan Baptist Church. Burial to follow at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels, 15 Oregon Street, Greenville, SC 29605 or to the charity of one's choice.
Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Clarence Turner
Dennis Waldrop
December 31, 2013
Ross, Please accept my sympathy and condolences for the loss of your father. May God grant you and your family strength and comfort as you grieve.
December 30, 2013
Turner Family,
Mom and I are thinking of you all during your time of loss. We have so many fond memories of Clarence and all the times we were lucky enough to share with your entire family. Mr. Turner will be missed and always loved by the two of us. The Turner family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Evans and Marjorie Putman
Sonny and Diane Cooley
December 29, 2013
Ann, Ross and Family,
Our hearts are saddened to hear the passing of Clarence. He was a wonderful person to know. We looked forward to his visits during the Christmas holidays. He will be missed. We send our love and prayers. May GOD comfort you during the days to come. Kim and Kristy also send their love and prayers
Buck Baker
December 28, 2013
Dear Turner Family,
We are so sad to hear the news about Clarence. He was so kind and welcoming to us. We have many fond memories of seeing him at Clemson tailgates! Please know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Buck and Sheilah Baker
Alice Sharpe
December 27, 2013
Anne and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I hate we are unable to be there, but we are in Montreal visiting our grandchildren. You are in our thought a and prayers. I pray God will give you peace.
Alice and Wes sharpe
Susan Hoag
December 27, 2013
Ross so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. You and your family are in my prayers. My Deepest Sympathy
Perry Thompson
December 27, 2013
Ross and Mrs. Turner:
Sorry for your loss. May you take solace in the comfort of Clarence being with God. I was a pleasure to know him as well as your family at Eastlan Baptist. God Bless!
Bobbie Brewer
December 27, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. It was a privilege to know Mr. Turner. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Beth B. Bailey
Linda Riggins
December 27, 2013
Ross and Family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Mark Aycock
December 27, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time ...... May God provide strength and allow you to remember the times you all shared together.
Keith & Donna O. Smith
December 27, 2013
Ross so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Melanie Manning
December 27, 2013
Carol, I am so sorry to hear of your loss! Keeping you in my prayers.
Debbie and Edwin White
December 27, 2013
Carole, Brad and family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are in Florida with our daughter's family, and won't be home until after the new year. Just cherish the memories!
Debbie and Edwin White
Nick McCarter
December 26, 2013
Ross
Sorry to hear about your Dad.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Billie Ann Causey
December 26, 2013
So sorry Aunt Anne for your loss, you and your family will be in my prayers.
Tracy Pearson
December 26, 2013
I'm saddened to see this news. Mr. Turner was such a nice man. My prayers are with you, Turner family.
December 26, 2013
Carole, Brad, Tinsley, and Austin -- keeping you all in our prayers.
Grayson and Laurie Thomas
December 26, 2013
Dear Turner Family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this time of loss. I always enjoyed talking with Mr. Turner. He was a true gentleman. God bless you all.
Sarah Payne
December 26, 2013
Thinking of you all and praying for a lifetime of wonderful memories!
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