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Waxhaw - Ronald J. Turner passed away on January 30th, 2025. He was born in Gaffney, SC in Cherokee County to Joe Howell Turner (deceased) and Margaret Brown Turner.
He is survived by his wife, Frances Turner; son, Daniel Turner; brother, Craig Turner (Dovie); stepchildren, Melissa Hedrick (Kenny), Tina Dinkins (Cliff), John Dinkins, James Dinkins; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; nephew, Joel Turner (Sara); and his beloved dog, Zoey Turner.
He graduated from Gaffney High School in 1964. During his senior year he was the starting right tackle for the Indians, where they went undefeated with an 11-0 record and became State Champions. Ron graduated from Limestone College in 1970 and was a member of the Lamda Nu Sigma Fraternity. He joined Piedmont Natural Gas Company in June of that year. He remained loyal to the company until he retired.
Ron was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather. He was known for his kindness, generosity, and compassion. Ron loved traveling, riding his Harley motorcycle with his "Wild Hog" buddies ("The Posse"), fishing, and golfing. Ron was a member of the Sardis Presbyterian Church.
Below are the details for the memorial service:
Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Sardis Presbyterian Church, 6100 Sardis Road Charlotte, NC 28270
The family is receiving guests at their home starting at 2pm to celebrate Ron's life.
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Mary Ella Parker Clark
February 10, 2025
Ronnie and started first grade together and went all the way through Limestone. I am so sad to read of his passing and regret I missed his service. He was always so kind and friendly and I always looked forward to seeing him at our reunions. May he rest in peace. Mary Ella
De Scarboro
February 3, 2025
Ronnie and I were best pals from Central school on. We rode bikes, played football in Rodney Camp´s backyard, shot vermin with our .22s, watched Frosty Spearman hit Ronnie´s pitches, was a Cub Scout with him, tried to chew some Redman (talk about sick), and shot pool at his house. Couldn´t have found a better or more dependable friend than Ronnie. Old times are not forgot...
James Parker Mullinax
February 3, 2025
Ron (Ronnie) and I grew up playing together. He was a great guy. So sorry to learn of his departure. A story: Ronnie came over to play and we went and hid and cooked some hamburger over a little fire we built. Then I introduced him to rabbit tobacco (smoked in a pipe). Ronnie went home early. Apparently smoking was not his thing; made him sick. His mom and mine were friends and I got some serious blow back. I really liked Ronnie. He was one of the good guys.
Linda Fowler Harris
February 3, 2025
Ron was a great friend. We were classmates from 1st grade until high school graduation. Ron was always kind, respectful, a loyal friend, and was loved and respected by all of his classmates. We are all saddened at hearing of his death and shall always remember his big smile. Sincere condolences to Frances and the family. May God be with you during this time and may you find comfort and peace in your fond memories of Ron.
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