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Jean Turner Obituary
Ankeny
Jean Turner, 54, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 26, 2017.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 30, 2017, at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Ankeny. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday at the church.
Jean Marie Behrens was born August 26, 1962, in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada to Marvin and Eileen Behrens. She grew up and received her education in Treynor, Iowa. Following graduation, Jean completed her Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at Wartburg College.
On September 19, 1987, Jean was united in marriage to Robert Lee Turner at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Des Moines. The couple made their home in Ankeny and have been blessed with four children; Dan, Sarah, Nick, and Rachel. Jean made her career at MidAmerican Energy as a dedicated employee with over 30 years of service as an accountant.
Jean has been a faithful and humble servant at Resurrection Lutheran Church. She has enjoyed cross-stitching and cooking for her family, always learning to perfect recipes. Jean was also a proud mother who loved to attend events for her children. Most of all, Jean treasured time sitting around the campfire with Bob at Webb Lake in Minnesota and time spent with her children and entire family.
Jean will be deeply missed by her husband, Bob; children, Dan Turner, Sarah Turner, Nick Turner, and Rachel Turner; father, Marvin Behrens; siblings, Linda (Steve) Kenny, Mark (Leah) Behrens, and Susan (Chad) Hunter; sister-in-law, Karen (Rex) Evison; and nieces and nephews, Alex, Samuel, Austin, Emma, and Emily. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eileen Behrens.
Memorials may be directed to the family for donation. Condolences may be shared with her family at www.AnkenyFuneralHome.com.
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Dennis Walker
February 7, 2017
Bob and Family, I'm deeply sorry for your loss. I worked with Jean at MEC and in fact hired Jean when she started at Iowa Power and Light Company. Jean was a joy to work with. God Bless you all. Sincerely Dennis Walker
David & Sarah Crownover
January 30, 2017
To the Turner and Behrens families,
The Holy Spirit is with you to give you wisdom, guidance, comfort and power that you need today, Please accept our condolences.
Dan & Georgiann Fischer
January 30, 2017
We are so very sorry for your loss. You and the entire family are in our deepest thoughts and prayers.
Brian Zimmerman
January 29, 2017
Bob & family, so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Polly Fortune
January 28, 2017
Bob- I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Jean at madamerican and admired her as a person and co-worker. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your children.
Mary Evison
January 27, 2017
Bob and children, you have been in my prayers and will keep you there. We will remember Jean and know she is with her Lord and savior now.
Mary Ann Evison and Family Murray Iowa
January 27, 2017
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. John 17:3
John & Nancy Friday
January 27, 2017
Dear Bob, Dan, Sarah, Nick, & Rachel, We are very sorry for your loss. You will all continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May God's grace, peace and comfort surround each one of you at this time.
Marty & Patty Deaton
January 27, 2017
Bob, you and the kids are in Patty & my thoughts & prayers.
Brian Arcand
January 27, 2017
So sorry for loss Bob, and the entire Turner family.
Shannon Boevers
January 27, 2017
Bob, I am so very sorry to hear about Jean. You and your family will be in my Prayers. I pray the God will give you all the strength and peace needed for the upcoming days.
Teri Garbez
January 27, 2017
Dear Bob
I am so sad for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. God bless and keep you.
Sara Blong
January 27, 2017
Bob, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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