Flora MacDonald Turner
Flora MacDonald Turner
Obituary
Guest Book
About
Flora Turner Obituary
Flora was born March 7, 1943, in Philadelphia, PA to James Cyrus and Flora MacDonald Hollowell Turner. She was the eldest of eight and is survived by one sister, Joanna; five brothers: James C. Jr, Christopher, Joel, Geoffrey, and Jonathan; two stepsons: Michael and David Barker; four nieces, six nephews, five grandnieces and four grandnephews.
Flora earned a BA from Rosemont College in 1965, and an M Ed in Special Education and a Principal's Certificate from Temple University.
After college, Flora worked for a short time at the Theater of the Living Arts in Philadelphia before beginning her teaching career with the Head Start day care program. While at Head Start (later Get Set in Philadelphia), Flora discovered her passion for working with children with developmental and learning disabilities and began a decades-long career in Special Education, serving more than 40 years as a teacher and administrator for the School District of Philadelphia.
Flora's family and closest friends will gather for a private celebration of Flora's life. Donations in Flora's honor can be made to the Montgomery County SPCA or the Arc of Philadelphia. Condolences can be posted on the website of the Craft Funeral Homes of Erdenheim/Glenside, PA.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
4 Entries
Glenn bubb
March 22, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about this, flora was a good friend to me, helped me get started in a small business, always understanding and thoughtful. I owed her and thought to contact her, funny how ppl can come too mind after decades. She was one you couldn't forget. When her dog died it hurt her, I was there when his ashes were delivered, Flora was at work, I was working on her house, as well as the poplar st house she moved from. I always thought of her, the time she was so excited to go on a motorcycle ride and got hurt in the accident, I knew it wasn't a good idea, having never before, I just felt it. Anyway, she lived through that, and most importantly about a leak I caused once working on her third house. Regretfully I'll never be able to apologize. I hope she will be alright with me, when we finally meet again. Flora was just.. a great and caring person. I miss her and hope she's enjoying the poetry book in heaven. Love ya lady, Glenn
Elisa LaPenna Sheronas, Rosemont Class of '65 Agent
October 26, 2023
Sending much love and sincere condolences to Flora's family from her Rosemont College classmates of the Class of 1965. Our hearts are broken to learn of the passing of our dear Rosemont sister. May the love and prayers of family and friends bring you, her family, comfort and bring Flora eternal joy.
DT
October 23, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Please take comfort in the words found at 2nd Thessalonians 2:16,17.
Ingrid Harris
October 19, 2023
My condolences to the family. Flora was a wonderful neighbor. I will miss her.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Flora Turner's name
How to support Flora's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Flora Turner's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
