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Frank Delane Turner
1937 - 2017
Frank Delane Turner
1937 - 2017
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BORN
1937
DIED
2017
Frank Turner Obituary
He is survived by his loving wife, Kimberley; three daughters ? Theresa Dolata (Eric), Sharon Tomison (John), and Kathy Turner; one son, Bruce Turner; his paternal aunt, Verlyn White; two brothers ? James R. Turner and Rick Turner (Karen); four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Frank was a gifted entertainer whose country music career spanned several decades fronting bands including the Country Rhythm Boys, the New Country Showmen, and Turner's Outlaw Band. In 2010 he was a charter inductee to the Maryland Country Music Legends Hall of Fame, and in 2011 was honored as their Man of the Year. He was a talented carpenter who crafted beautiful hardwood furniture. He loved camping and enjoyed weekend trips in the bus he converted into a motorhome. An avid antique car enthusiast, Frank was a member of the Colonial Beach Cruisers. He was a proud member of American Legion Post 148. Frank drove for R&E Hauling in Baltimore, Maryland for over 20 years. He also drove several years for Fred Rhoades.
A visitation will take place at Storke Funeral Home, Nash and Slaw Chapel in King George on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 6 to 8pm. Funeral services will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church in King George on Sunday, December 3, 2017 at 2 p.m. with interment following in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, NY 10163. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.storkefuneralhome.com.
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Theresa D
June 15, 2025
HAPPY FATHERS DAY DAD.
Today is the most special day ever because we have you for our dad. The memories, the laughter, the love that you left us with will carry on in our hearts forever and that is what means more than anything. I cherish all that you taught me about being a good person and how material things do not last but family is forever. I miss you so much and I always will.
Theresa D
March 13, 2025
Today is the most special day ever
The day our dad was born
How did we get so lucky
And yet we are still so torn
He was a blessing to all around him
Always so wonderful and kind
He loved and cared about us so much
He was a dad like no other kind
Words can´t explain his demeanor
And to be around him was such a rush
He was so full of laughter and humor
Not to mention his warm hugs and touch
We feel so sad without him
And we wish that he was still here
But we know that he is in heaven
So we think of him with cheer
Thank you for being our dad
You were a blessing beyond belief
You will always be missed and loved
And we will have to deal with the grief
Happy Birthday to our dad. We love you MORE.
Theresa, Sharon and Kathy
Theresa D
March 13, 2025
Theresa Dolata
November 28, 2024
I wish we had just one more day
to spend with our sweet dad. You always made us feel so special and we knew how much you loved us.
You taught us the most important things in life and what life was really about and it was never about material things. You were so much fun to be around and you made something as simple as a cup of coffee with you exciting. Thank you dad for being so kind to everyone and for loving us so much. We will forever miss you and your smile. You are and always will be the best dad ever and we were so blessed to have you. Happy Thanksgiving in heaven.
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Your loving daughter Theresa
March 13, 2024
Happy Birthday in heaven to the kindest man on this earth! I tried to sing to you this morning as I was crying thinking of you and the wonderful life you gave us but it was so hard. Nothing is ever the same without you but I know you are making the angels in heaven laugh and bringing your wonderful smile to everyone. Not a day goes by that we do not know how very blessed we were and still are that YOU WERE OUR FATHER. We will always keep your memory alive. Thank you for being so SPECIAL. Love you always and forevermore.
Theresa
November 23, 2023
Happy Thanksgiving today Dad.
It has been 6 years this month that you went to heaven and not a single day goes by that we don´t think of you and know that you were the "TRUE BLESSING" in our lives. Forever thankful for you and your love
Theresa
June 18, 2023
Happy Father´s Day Dad,
Not a day will ever go by that we do not wish you were here with us. Your love was priceless and can never be replaced and still to this day people tell us there will never be another man as kind as you. We were so blessed that you made all the times with you so memorable and that is what keeps us going. Thank you for always loving your girls and teaching us right from the start how to be a good person and for being such a wonderful father. God truly blessed us with you. We will always love and miss you
Theresa
December 25, 2022
Cannot believe it is Christmas Day and you are not here with us but I know you are in my heart. Guess what came on TV dad? The Wizard of Oz. What are the chances. Merry Christmas in heaven. I love you more every single day and always will.
Theresa
November 28, 2022
Here we are again dad
Another year without you
Our hearts are very broken
We don't know what to do
Missing you is awful
Something so hard to bear
But we really knew you loved us
And how very much you cared
Blessed now are the angels
Who have our sweet dad
Living his life in heaven
Remembering the family he had
Counting our blessings daily
That god blessed us with you
To be our loving father
A daughter's dream come true
Now that we do not have him
You wonder where your life would be
If only we had one more day
With such a man as he
So cherish your moments with loved ones
Tell them you LOVE them everyday
For tomorrow is never promised
And you will MISS THEM IN EVERY WAY!
Forever in our hearts
Theresa, Sharon and Kathy
Kathy Turner
November 28, 2021
Dad i miss you so much. Can't believe you have been gone for 4 years now. Seems just like yesterday. I miss you everyday and every single holiday. Until we meet again sing a song for your girls. Love, Kathy
Theresa Dolata
June 20, 2021
Happy Father's Day in heaven to the best dad ever I love you more
Theresa Dolata
June 20, 2021
Jeff Williams
January 16, 2021
I remember Frank from my days as a bouncer at The Bolero in Brooklyn, Baltimore MD. Frank always called me out during his shows and we shared plenty of laughs together during the bands' breaks. He always played Rawhide for me every night. He always had a big smile & a hearty handshake. Sorry to hear of his passing at such a late date, but thinking of him & the Country Outlaws playing at The Bolero every weekend brought a big smile to my face. He was a good friend during my time there. Rest easy Frank !!!
Theresa Dolatay
April 12, 2020
Happy Easter in heaven dad we love you with all our hearts and our love for you will always stay the same
Theresa Dolata
November 29, 2018
Dad,
Yesterday was one year that you left us and I still cry everyday. I know you would not want us to do that, and you would say "life is short baby so go have fun" but life without you is so different. Your love and kindness was unlike anything or anyone on this earth. No one could ever take your place in our hearts and I wish so much I could just have that one more smile one more hug and one more day but it was not meant to be so I will forever cherish all the blessings of having such a wonderful dad that left me with so many loving memories. Thank you for being the dad that always worked so hard for us and showed us more love than we could ever have hoped for. I miss that dad, and I miss you and love you more than you could ever imagine and I always will be the girl that loved her dad more than anything on this earth. Always and forever....your very proud daughter.
Theresa Dolata
December 25, 2017
Merry Christmas in Heaven dad. I love you.
Best dad ever
Theresa Dolata
December 9, 2017
Kathy Blevins
December 9, 2017
Dad, I love you more than life itself you were my dad and Mom . There are not enough words in the universe to describe you Dad. You loved your girls so much you struggled everyday to make sure we were taken care of working 2 jobs to do it. I will cherish every thought of you Dad you made my life happy. When I was down or depressed I would call you and you were always there for me no matter what. I will cherish our talks on the phone ur private conversations and what all you told me to remember. Your advice was the best. I still can't believe your gone my heart will ache forever as I think of your beautiful smile kind heart and happiness you had everyday. I will see you again one day Dad in heaven with the angels and our lord Jesus Christ. Save a seat for me next to you. I know you were so excited to see your mom, sister, uncle Phil, joey, Ray , Calvert and Alan, pepper, blackie, scrappy and sasha. I'm sure they were all at the holy gates to meet you. Fly high Dad your work on earth is done and you left great loving memories for so many who love and miss you. Nobody will ever hold a candle to my daddy. Thank you for loving me and raising me to know right from wrong. Til we meet again daddy I love you.❤ drink lots of coffee now. Save cup for me
Ashley Turner
December 7, 2017
Kim,
Debbie & I are so sorry for your loss.We are keeping you and family in our prayers.I wanted to share something about Uncle Bill & my Dad that showed how much the family meant to the both of them. When they heard that Bus Horne both Bill & Dad dropped everything and headed down to see Frank come in and help get him parked. Dad & Bill the day of the Reunion would also stand around between the two brick pillows in the campground around 11 am waiting on our South Carolina relatives to arrive. Dad would constantly look at his watch. Both Bill & Dad truly loved the Family Reunion. These are simple thoughts I wanted to share with you that are so precious. We love you. Ashley & Debbie
Shelia McFarland
December 6, 2017
My heart goes to you Kim I know what it's like to lose the love of your life time. and God will help you also if you need anything please let me know Frank was a wonderful man I thought a lot of him as I've always thought a lot of you also my prayers are sent to heaven for you and him both
I love you dad
Theresa Dolata
December 4, 2017
Sheri Dennison
December 4, 2017
Kim & Family, You & Frank have made some wonderful memories at the Turner Ranch. May God strengthen you in the coming days. You have many people praying for you to receive his comfort. Your tribute video was so touching and the music was just perfect. God bless you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Donny Hinson
December 3, 2017
Life is a picture puzzle, and we go through our lives collecting pieces to make up an image both of who we are and who we've known, and what we've done and what we've left behind. Frank's name and smiling face are on several pieces of my picture puzzle, and he was a memorable part of my life. I hope that I'm remembered as being on a couple of his, as he was a good and lasting friend.
Rest easy, my buddy.
Theresa Dolata
December 3, 2017
Dad,
As I sit here without you with my heart breaking and I realize you really are gone to heaven I have to be thankful for all my many wonderful memories you left me with. You were the most amazing, caring, generous and loving dad any girl could ever hope for and I was blessed to be your daughter. I will forever cherish every moment I spent with you. Thank you for being our dad and teaching us the true meaning of family. We will get to make that last family reunion when I meet you in heaven. I love you dad...MORE.
Lin (10-4) Hardy-Ford
December 2, 2017
Kim and Family: I am sorry this is late-I had sent it earlier but it did not go through. I have known Frank for close to 40 years and have always admired both his music and his strength. His loss to the music world is profound. May God hold you in His care and may Frank Rest In Peace. Lin (10-4) Hardy Ford
Richard and Patricia Garber
December 2, 2017
Kim,I will always love you. as you know Frank and Norma were very good friends now thay can play togather again, I and Pat would Like to see you when you have time. Kim,I've known Farnk for over 50 yrs. My friend your in the best hands any one could be RIP the Lord is going to leed your band now see you on the other side Peace.
Stan Haithcock (Howard)
December 2, 2017
Message continued:
we started playing for Frank the next weekend at the White Gables in Millersville. That was the start of an almost 20-year run. A couple years later, Phil moved back to Kentucky. I stayed with Frank almost 20 years, almost unheard of back in those days. Frank was much more than a bandleader as well as a dam good front man, he was more like an older brother, a wiser, smarter older brother. We were working what was then known as "House Jobs" and whenever we left one job we had another one by the next weekend. I laughed many times about what I called the "Turner Mystique" . . . just the mention of his name would open doors for us that would be closed to most other bands. O all the years that I've been playing music, the almost 20 years that I played for Frank are still my favorite memories.
Rest in peace, Frank . . . . We love you!
Stan Haithcock (Howard)
December 2, 2017
I first met Frank in 1965, in a small honky tonk outisde of Fort Meade, Md. the name of the joint was "Margret's Odenton Restarramt." He was working the weekend nights with his band, I was working with another band and we had a couple of mid-week nights. The joint was plastered with signs advertising "Frank Turner & the Country rhythm Boys." My buddy Phil McGuire, was also with the same band as I was, playing drums. After some of the customers started asking us if we knew Frank and telling us how good he was, Phil and I decided a night out as in order. The night we showed up took seats in the back of the place to be as inconspuicous as possible. Well, that lasted about 30 seconds. First thing was one of the customers comes over to the table dragging Frank wit him to meet us. I was amazed at the warmth and genuine friendliness that Frank displayed, after all he did knot know us from Adam. After a few minutes of small talk, it was time for him to go to work. When he opened his show, the first thing he said was, "Good evening everyone, Welcome to Maggie's outhouse." Everyone started laughing, even Margret, from behind the bar! I was amazed that he could pull that off. After they did a few songs, I said to Phil, "How come we don't sound like that?" Phil's reply, in his best Kentucky drawl was "Cuz we ain't got him." Before the night was over Frank had invited us onto the stage to play a few songs behind him. I was amazed at that, he had no clue what we sounded like. That night was the start of a 50+ year friendship. After that night we made many trips to see Frank and the guys, great musicians and they always seemed genuinely glad to see us.
Well, fast forward to 1966. I got a phone call late one night, it was Frank calling from the bar. He said I need a bass layer and a drummer. Without a seconds hesitation, I said, you've got them. His response was good I'll call you tomorrow with the details. Thus my career as a "Country Rhythm Boy" began;
Michael Jackson
December 2, 2017
One of the best people on this earth has left to be with our father. Papaw you will forever be loved and always missed. If anyone told you you couldnt acomplish something i promise you this man would be your hero. Love forever and always Michael,Mitchell,Madison,and Matthew
Wendi Dennison Wynn
December 2, 2017
Kim, my thoughts and prayers have been with you for a long time. Frank is finally at peace and singing with the angels. The video was a beautiful tribute, his smile was contagious and the love you had for each other is so evident. Cherish the memories. May God continue to give you strength and comfort. ❤❤ Love, Wendi
Ms
December 2, 2017
To the family of Frank Turner I would like to express my condolence to you may the God of comfort bring comfort to you with his right arm extended to you Isa.41:10
Dad singing at the roundup
Theresa Dolata
December 1, 2017
Theresa Dolata
December 1, 2017
Fran Harmon
December 1, 2017
Frank was a true friend. My aunt and uncle loved to hear him sing and I would take them to the Club Derby to hear him. When my uncle had cancer and could no longer go Frank would come to his home and sing for him. He played at my wedding 44 years ago and I will always treasure his friendship. Prayers to his family and know that he is in a better place.
Charles Sills
December 1, 2017
Kim,
I m so sorry to hear about Frank. He was a great person and a great friend. Played music with him at the Pumpkin Patch and enjoyed every night on stage with one of the best. May the Lord be with you at a time like this.
Charlie Sills
Drummer
Charles Sills
December 1, 2017
I m so sorry to hear about Frank, May God be with him and the family. I played drums with Frank at the Pumpkin Patch and will never forget how great of a person he was. He will be truly missed.
December 1, 2017
To the family. I am sorry to learn of this loss. No-one is fully prepared for death. May you find comfort in each other and in Gods loyal love and in his promises Psalm 119:76
leslee anderson
December 1, 2017
May God take you into his kingdom and bring more happiness and contentment like you have shown your family and friends here on earth...you are a precious soul and you will be missed by many ....
Amby Taylor
November 30, 2017
Kim,
I am so sorry for your loss!! Your love for Frank was truly evident! Please know that prayers will continue for you and your family during this difficult time. Find comfort in knowing that you lived your wedding vows....."In sickness and in health... Until death, do us part."
Continued love and prayers!!!
KENNETH and jeannie ALLISON
November 30, 2017
BLESSING AND PRAYERS TO ALL. FRANK WAS A SHINING LIGHT WHEREVER HE WAS. XOXOXO KENNY AND JEANNIE ALLISON
Nacy and Nelson Krebs and Hudgins
November 30, 2017
Dear Kimberley and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Frank. Our hearts are broken for you, but we know that Frank is in a FAR better place and looks down upon you with peace and love. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We pray that God will shower His grace, peace and comfort upon you.
Carl Hopkins
November 30, 2017
I was just really getting to know Frank as a friend. He told me of his love for Kim and the rest of her family ,and his enormous family of friends
He was well liked by so many. I am very sorry to see him go. Thanks Frank. God will have a good companion
Renee Dillard
November 30, 2017
What a heart breaking loss this is for all of us. You were truly one of kind that's for sure. I remember when I got sick you called to check on me and to see how I was doing. I could hear the cracking in your voice but you told me to stay positive and you were sure I was going to be ok and you were right. When you got sick I posted a positive message everyday for over a year. I was hoping you would be ok too and if anyone deserved a miracle it was you. God had other plans and here we are. We know you tried to come back to us , to your Kimmy and your girls because you were always a fighter and this time wouldn't be any different. I'm a better person for knowing you and so are a lot of other people. You left us all with so many good memories and we are going to miss you . Until we meet again Rest easy my dear friend we will all carry you in our hearts forever.
Kay Costa
November 30, 2017
Kimberley,
My thoughts, prayers, love, and deepest sympathy to you.
It was always so nice to see you and Frank at PCBC, and at the
musical get-togethers at your home--great music and many
beautiful memories from those times.
Austin Turner
November 30, 2017
R.I.P. to one of the greatest men that ever lived. Words cannot begin to describe the talent and resilience my grandfather had.
Maria Hottel
November 30, 2017
Love and Prayers to Kimberly and family
My dad and Uncle Frank
Sharon Tomison
November 30, 2017
Dad
There are not enough words to begin to tell you how very much I love you. You were my dad , mom and friend rolled up in one. I always knew no matter what if I needed you all I had to do was pick up the phone and you would be there. I miss calling you and hearing "hey buddy" on the other end or you and Kim singing happy birthday to me every year on the phone.
You had a smile on your face in ever picture. I'm gonna miss you singing and playing your guitar and I hope your singing in the Angels choir . Thank you for leaving your voice on my "The night before Christmas "book I will cherish it forever.
I know you tried so hard to come back to us but now your struggle is over . I love you and will meet you in heaven when my time comes. Watch over us from up there I love you dad . Sharon
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