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Ret Turner

Los Angeles, California

1929 - 2016

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April 14, 1929 - May 3, 2016 Costumer Designer Ret Turner passed away on Tuesday May 3rd after a long illness. Born April 14, 1929 in Marianna Florida he came to Hollywood in the early 50's and ran the costume department at NBC for 20 years before partnering with Bob Mackie and Ray Aghayan as...

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Whenever I open my jewelry drawer and look for a fabulous piece to wear - there is Ret. I have the most spectacular one of a kind accessories because of his love and meticulous taste. You were and always will be one a kind. Remembering your warmth and goodness - Sarah Susan Gertsman Weintraub

Dearest Ret, I cherish all the amazing and unique gifts that you gave me over the years. All the time I spent at Elizabeth Courtney costumes was amazing. You introduced me to Regency Jewelers and they have been my go to for years. I still hear you incredible voice and see you beautiful smile. You were one of a kind. Always seeing the glass half full. Always giving everyone the benefit of the doubt. Beyond gracious, kind and lovely. You are missed. Love Susan(Sarah) Gertsperson...

I just happened to search for Ret and am so sorry to hear of his passing. My father Mort Klein was a friend of Ret's decades ago, and Ret was lovely and kind to me. I have wonderful memories of him, the studio on Melrose Ave (I believe), and those exciting vibrant times years ago. Mort and Ret died within two months of each other, and both are deeply missed by those who loved them.
Emily M. Klein

We will miss you always Ret. You were a wonderful person and I'll always remember you.
(Entered by Amy Lazarus on behalf of my 90 year old mother Carolyn Lazarus who was Ret's cousin. [email protected])

My Amazing friend,

I met you at Elizabeth Courtney Costumes when I was working for Bob and Ray. I was a young girl and you were always so kind and generous with your time and your heart. I would love to celebrate your life. It was an incredible life. The only thing we can leave behind is a good name. Ret, your name is Gold!

May you be blessed and your family comforted. It is a big loss.

Love and blessing
Susan "Gertsperson"
aka Sarah Weintraub...
I...

Thank you, Ret.... & thank you for the generations of costumers you mentored.

I was very sorry to hear about Ret Turner's passing. He obviously led a rich and wonderful life. My condolences at this time, and my hope that the sadness of his passing will fade, while the best memories always burn brightly.

Rest in peace my dear friend Ret. Your kindness and generosity meant so much to me. As I know it did to countless others. God Bless you.