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Eli James Turner

2011 - 2013

Eli James Turner obituary, 2011-2013, Arlington, TX

BORN

2011

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Wade Funeral Home & Crematory - Arlington

4140 West Pioneer Pkwy.

Arlington, Texas

Eli Turner Obituary

Eli James Turner, born December 9, 2011, a sweet, loving, and joyful boy, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, July 19, 2013. Memorial service: 2 p.m. Thursday at Fielder Church, 2011 S. Fielder Rd. Arlington with Rev. David Pointer officiating. Viewing: The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Wade Family Funeral Home, 4140 W. Pioneer Parkway, Arlington. Memorials: They ask in lieu of flowers for a donation to be made in Eli's name to Cook Children's PICU. Eli James was born to Brian and Julia Turner of Arlington. He loved playing ball, swimming, watching Bubble Guppies, and reading books. Eli spent 5 days in the PICU at Cook Children's Medical Center. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses who cared for him so tenderly. Survivors: Eli is survived by his mommy and daddy, Brian and Julia Turner of Arlington; brothers, Micah and Gabe; sister, Emily; his puppies, Dottie, Cleo and Albus; grandparents, Jimmy and Jan Ward of Arlington, Jack and Yohanne Byerly of Arlington; aunt, Janae Champion; cousins, Tre, Scott and Riley; great-grandparents, Molly and Donald Ward of Coleman; and many other loving family and friends. The family thanks you for all of your prayers. Eli was able to touch the lives of many others due to his LifeGift donations. No words can express our unending gratitude to those who prayed.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jul. 23, 2013.

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Lori Kunz

October 28, 2019

Eli popped into my head today. After I returned Tater Tot to your family, and learned of your loss of Eli, I had asked permission to wear his name on my running bib with his picture for the Donor Dash 5k. Just a fond memory I thought of today.

Travis Dittman

August 5, 2013

Im so sorry for your loss I have 4 young boys myself and seeing this truely breaks my heart I feel your pain and you are not alone God bless
Sincerely Travis Dittman PA

Jennifer Hughes

August 4, 2013

Rest in peace. Now you can play with the angels. Your family's loss is heaven's gain. Your family's love is strong enough to reach you in heaven. You will be missed.

Sally Horn

July 26, 2013

Rest in peace, Eli James. You may have been small, but you left giant footprints here on earth. You are a hero, little man!

Maria Ferretiz

July 25, 2013

Eli You had left these word but you will always be remember on our hearts. RIP little Angel.

George Owen VI

July 25, 2013

We are so very very sorry for your loss.
May God be with you in this time of need, as we know he is. May your precious memories of Eli quickly overcome your grief.
Distance friends praying for you in this time of need.
With Sincere Love for the Family,
George and Lucy Owen
(Neighbors of M. Margritz)

July 25, 2013

Go in peace little angel.

Angel Conley

July 25, 2013

Eli will forever be in our hearts.

Paulette Chiasson

July 25, 2013

Sending prayers sweetie????

Raylene Rhynes

July 24, 2013

Thoughts and prayers from a former Arlington resident and educator (7/15/13). Sorry I was unable to be there this evening. I was in spirit.

Much love. & friendship to you Julia & Brian.

JESSICA JACQUEZ

July 24, 2013

<3 MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE DURING THESE TOUGH TIMES!

Susan Johnson

July 24, 2013

I did not meet ELI but this story broke my heart. I pray God hands to hold you close as a family and comfort you at this time.

Belinda Hendrix

July 24, 2013

I am a friend of Amber Stillwell and have been following your story on facebook. I cannot imagine what you are feeling, but I know that God knows. I am praying for peace and healing for your family.

Karen Faulkenberry

July 24, 2013

Beautiful tribute to a precious child of God.

July 24, 2013

We will remember you always dear sweet Eli.
Love Uncle Carl and Aunt Pat

Nellie Dawson Glover

July 24, 2013

so sorry for your loss of Eli may God give you peace beyond measure

Kristi Ballew

July 24, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers will continue to be with you all.

Karla Murphey

July 23, 2013

Out of the darkness comes light, out of the sadness comes joy. Prayers for your family and that precious baby. God Bless.

Jimmy and Jan

July 23, 2013

Mimi and Poppop love our E!

Christie Walker

July 23, 2013

My heart truly breaks for you all. Please know that your beautiful son will live on in the hearts and minds of so many, including mine. May God give you Peace and Comfort only He can give. Continued prayers, Love The Walker family Nocona, Texas.

Amber Fergason

July 23, 2013

Our condolences and love and prayers surround you. Eli is a special angel in heaven...surrounded by those who went before with a promise we will meet him there. We love you all and will never forget his sacrifice to help others live. He has a never ending legacy left behind to be rejoiced at. Prayers of comfort and healing surround you. All our love, Amber, Brittan & Collin

Tammy Clark

July 23, 2013

Turner family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you! May god watch over you and help you through this, as he truly has a gift with him <3

Barbara and Haley Leal

July 23, 2013

Julia, Brian and family, Eli will always be remembered! I know there are no words to take away your pain. In fact, you have comforted all of us touched by your loss in the graceful way you have handled your messages to keep us informed and in constant contact with you and your family. Eli is with Jesus and you will see him again some day! Love, Barbara and Haley Leal

July 23, 2013

Our thoughts are with you and your family. He will forever live in your hearts.
--Jennifer Hunter & Jeff Henderson

Wendy Hall

July 23, 2013

God bless this family who lost so much yet saved so many

Wendy Hall

July 23, 2013

Jan and family .. There are no words .. I want each of you to know I am praying for you all to be surrounded with the love comfort and peace only he can give you. God bless you all ....

The Gutkowski Family

July 23, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family in this difficult time. May God comfort you in your sorrow.

July 23, 2013

God bless the family and I will pray for your healing. Sandra Marquez

Donna Francisco

July 23, 2013

Turner family , My heart goes out to you all, I never got to meet Eli .But I feel like I have . Prayers are still with you and your family

July 23, 2013

Our heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Thank you for helping the ones that you could with your precious baby boy. True selfless act of love. God Bless Ya'll and may he comfort you through this loss. Ceara Mapes and Family

Tammy Buchanan

July 23, 2013

Dear Jan and family, my heart breaks for you and your family.What a precious little angel. God Bless and Keep you during this difficult time.

July 23, 2013

And it is now that Eli's purpose on Earth is evident, he was given as a great healer. Lord comfort his family with your continued mercy and grace.
In celebration of Eli James...
Carol Renson

Jana Reschke

July 23, 2013

We are so sorry for y'all's loss, but very thankful for all he is doing. Love you guys

July 23, 2013

such a blessing for so many ..who can count , he will always be paying it forward ..love you little blessing ..the Elam family

Lisa Wells and family

July 23, 2013

So sorry for your pain. Please remember this is just a temporary separation until you meet again on the other side. Prayers of peace and comfort during this difficult time.

July 23, 2013

So sorry God Bless Jim Bishop

Carly W

July 23, 2013

Praying for Eli's family and friends

Courtney King

July 23, 2013

I send my sympathies to the family. I know Eli is with you each and everyday smiling down. God Bless you all.

Courtney King & Family

July 23, 2013

Dear Turner family, Blessings and God's tender loving care to each one of you. Eli continues to touch hearts. His peace,
Kathi Barnes

Kathie Guthrie

July 23, 2013

We will never forget little Eli, he will be in our hearts and prayers forever. Julia and Brian and family we love you all so much. Words cannot express how precious of a little man he was. Thank you for sharing his life with all of us.

Jennifer Hammonds

July 23, 2013

My love and prayers are with you. God bless you all, all the days of your life. The Hammonds

July 23, 2013

We will continue to pray for all of you in this very difficult time.
~The McQuade Family

Catherine Ulmer

July 23, 2013

You are all in my thoughts and prayers each day and will be in the days, weeks and months to come. The six precious children who have been given a second chance at life thanks to Eli and their families continue to be in my thoughts and prayers as well.

a grandma

July 23, 2013

Praying for your family as I am also feeling your pain. It broke my heart to see another precious angel has been called to Heaven. We will see our little guys again some day. We lost our Grandson 3 weeks ago and remembering that is what gets me through the day.

JUDY AND WALT BAGGS

July 23, 2013

GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU GOD WILL HELP ALL OF YOU GET THROUGH THIS. ELI HAS GIVEN THREE LIVES TO OTHER PEOPLE . WHAT A BLESSING.
YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.

A MOM

July 23, 2013

SENDING HEART FELT SYMPATHY TO THE PARENTS GRANDPARENTS AND FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THIS BEAUTIFUL PRECIOUS LITTLE BOY I PRAY THAT GOD WILL EASE YOUR PAIN

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