Dr. Eldridge John Turner Jr.

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Eldridge Turner Obituary

SHREVEPORT, LA - Funeral services celebrating the life of Dr. E. John Turner, Jr., will be held 1:00 pm, Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at Grace Community United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Rob Weber. Interment will follow in Forest Park West Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Funeral Home.
John was born April 27, 1947 in Houma, LA and passed away August 7, 2010 after a lengthy illness at home in Shreveport surrounded by his family. Dr. Turner attended Centenary College and Northwestern State University of Louisiana where he received degrees in education. He was a teacher with the Caddo Parish School Board for 20 years and a Professor with Centenary College for 10 years. John was a member of Grace Community United Methodist Church and the Krewe of Gemini serving as Bead Man, Captain and King.
Preceding John in death are his parents, Eldridge John Turner, Sr. and Elsie McElroy Turner. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 41 years, Katherine Galloway Turner; daughter, Margaret Turner Brasuell and husband Kevin; grandchildren, Clay Brasuell, Brandon Brasuell and Shelby Brasuell; and great-grandson, Jonathan Cullen Brazzel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Grace Community United Methodist Church or charity of donor's choice.

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Published by Shreveport Times on Aug. 10, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Eldridge Turner

12 Entries

Nancy Robicheaux

August 13, 2010

I have so many fond memories of growing up with "Butch" in Houma. Our parents were such good friends and seems like we were always together with our families. I am so sadded to hear of his passing, he was such a wonderful person and even though it has been years since I have seen him, I still have such sadness in my heart knowing his is gone. My thoughts go out to your family during this difficult time. Butch was my childhood friend and I always will think of him with love in my heart.
Nancy Dudek Robicheaux

Julia Schaefer

August 12, 2010

Dear Kathy and Family, Please know how sorry we are to hear about John. He was such a kind, gentle hearted man and God really must have needed another smart, funny, gentle soul for an Angle. He certainly earned his wings. We love and miss you all and hope that you'll still correspond with us each Christmas. Take Care and God Bless You and Your Family. Love Always, Julia Schaefer-Duchess/Louisiana 2000 & Husband Tom Rosenbloom

Brenda Griffin-Reed

August 11, 2010

Dr. Turner was one of the first Professors I had at Centenary. I learned a great deal from him as a teacher and friend. He was never one to mince words or lead you in any direction but the right one. I can truly say that he pretty much had a great hand in molding my career choice and how to stand firm when things went awry. He was a great man and will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to his family, be strong and lean on God.

August 11, 2010

Kathy,

Scott and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Beth and Scott Vetter

Taylor Caffery

August 11, 2010

I have great memories of my friend John from our college (and fraternity) years, and am glad that he was able to devote so many years after that to educate students and influence future teachers. His smartest move, of course, was marrying that young daughter of my minister from Rayne Memorial, together tackling the world and leaving it better off through his profession and family. My prayers and best wishes to Kathy, the family, and his many friends, colleagues and students.

Betty Sorrels

August 11, 2010

I'm so sorry for your loss. John was especially helpful to me during chemotherapy. I appreciate all the time he gave me to help me through this journey of my life. John was loved by all. Betty & Bob Sorrels

Ioanna Panos

August 11, 2010

Dear Turner Family,
I was blessed to have Dr. Turner as my Education professor and mentor at Centenary. In addition to being a fabulous teacher, he was a professor who went to bat for the students in his department. Dr. Turner demonstrated that being a true educator isn't just instruction in the classroom. It also involves professional support for your students' futures and best interests.

John Haslitt

August 10, 2010

Kathy, I sent out a email to the class letting them know of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If I can be of any service please let me know

David Rowe

August 10, 2010

The entire Centenary family joins Dr. Turner's family in mourning. We celebrate his many wonderful contributions and will keep his loved ones in our thoughts and prayers.

Dorothy Gwin

August 10, 2010

Dear Kathy and Meg,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. The years that I worked with John and had the privilege of knowing the two of you were special indeed.
I still remember John telling me about those trips to Arkansas to see Meg, Kevin and the grandchildren. He truly cherished his family.
He was a professional, dedicated educator who took his job seriously. Dorothy B. Gwin

Michelle Jinnette

August 10, 2010

Meg,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know you loved your dad very much, as he did you. You and your family are in my prayers.
Michelle Jinnette

Carolyn Furlotte

August 10, 2010

Mrs. Turner and Meg, My deepest condolences on your loss. I believe that God is holding you and all of John's family and loved ones gently in His hands right now, and will continue to do so.

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