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James Turner Obituary
Jim was born in Wakefield, MA on April 9, 1947, to Earl and Mary Turner. He was educated in The Wakefield Public School System and later attended North Adams State College. Jim is a veteran of The United States Army and served in Vietnam from 1967-1968. He moved to Lenox in the mid-seventies where he held several custodial positions including; the former Meadow Place Retirement Home, Saint Ann's Church, The Lenox Library, and most recently The Old Heritage Tavern until he retired in 2015.
Jim is survived by his two daughters, Christina Perez (Les), Yvonne Lemmon (Erik), both of Florida, and his son Caleb (Julia) of Housatonic. He also leaves three grandchildren, Jordann Perez, Quinn Lemmon, and Henrietta Turner. Jim was the brother of Steve (Sue) of Lenox, Tom (Phil) of Walnut Creek, CA. Pat (Patty) of York Harbor, ME. Jim was a favorite of his nieces and nephews.
Jim had a gentle soul and a generous spirit that all who knew him recognized and appreciated.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be held Monday, July 10th from 5:00pm -7:00pm.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to either The Lenox Veterans Association or The Lenox Housing Authority, both in care of the funeral home.
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Carlene T
July 13, 2017
I will always remember Jim as the coolest of single parent fathers. Seeing him wheel little Caleb uptown in a red wagon, every single day, very admirable. He showed great love and devotion to his son. I hope that his family continues to hold him in high esteem.
Beth Wheeler
July 12, 2017
Rip. Jim such a good soul rest my friend prays to the family
Liz T
July 10, 2017
To the Turner Family -
A great soul never dies - it simply rests at great and well-deserved peace. Jim was a great soul, and truly his own person. That's how I will remember him, with deep fondness.
Please know that I'm thinking of all of you at this incredibly sad time, and hoping that memories of Jim's spirit will bring you comfort and a smile, today and always.
With love,
Tim Casey
July 9, 2017
To the Turner Family, please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Jim was was a great friend who would do anything for you. He could always make you laugh, certainly one of a kind. Lenox has lost a real character and a great guy.
Lenox Police Department
July 8, 2017
Please accept our sincere condolences at the passing of Jim. He was a decent man with a great sense of humor. He was one of our biggest fans. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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