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John Turner Obituary

John E. Turner

AGE: 91 • Forked River

John E. Turner, 91, of Forked River, passed away Monday, Feb. 16, 2015. John spent 35 years as a firefighter for Ladder One, Trenton before retiring as Captain in 1985. Born in Trenton, he resided in Hamilton Twp. before moving to Forked River in 1970. John proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. John was an avid boater and fisherman. John was predeceased by his loving wife, Ann of 60 years in 2008; 2 sisters & brothers-in-law, Elsie and Frank Wood and Kate and Vernon Applegate; his beloved nephew, Edward Applegate. John is survived by 2 daughters, Linda Johnson and her husband David of Hamilton Twp., and Karen Miller and her husband John of Southampton; 3 grandchildren, Jamal Johnson, Lauren Miller, and Kelly Miller; his late nephews wife, Mary Applegate; and many dear friends. Interment will take place privately at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Cemetery, Arneytown. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to Make Peace with Animals, P.O. Box 488, New Hope, PA 18938. Arrangements by DeGraff Cremation Service, Lakehurst.

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Published by Asbury Park Press on Feb. 17, 2015.

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Ellen Mertzger

February 22, 2024

Linda & Karen, I think of your Mon and Dad often. I remember all the great times we had with them. At the Hamilton home or down the shore. They were always fun to be with and your Dad like to dance!! Take care Love Ellen Metzger

Bill Paradiso

February 11, 2021

since I am an Honor Guard at Washington Crossing National Cemetery and will serve today I will salute him at our first service. John was a good fireman and a great guy.

Jill Hughes

March 26, 2015

I was sad to run across this obit of the father of a neighborhood friend from years ago. Karen, it seems like a world ago when we were kids enjoying sleep overs and birthday parties on Cuyler Ave.! I live in Arizona now but still recall the days of my youth when we didn't have a care in the world! Praying for you and your family!

Dee Pagnani

February 20, 2015

My sincere condolences Linda and Karen in the passing of your dad. You used to live a door away from me on Quinton Ave. in Trenton, then I caught up with him and Ann at the TFD. He was a great guy and friend. Your memories will keep John's spirit alive in your hearts.

Norm & Ellen Metzger

February 18, 2015

Linda, Karen & Family - Captain Turner was a great leader, and took great pride in the fact that he had so many men from his crews become officers. He not only was my captain, we also became long time fishing buddies and friends, for many years.
He will be greatly missed. RIP Cap
Norm & Ellen Metzger

February 18, 2015

Sorry to hear of johns pasing,I was on my computer yesterday looking for his address to contack him.We wer cousins,Bless you and your families.Lloyd Mullen,Foley Alabama

February 18, 2015

I worked for Big John at Ladder 1 for a few years until I got promoted. There never was a better teacher or role model. He was a real stand up guy.

Joe Lenhardt

February 17, 2015

Linda and David - I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. Although I am now retired, I remember John (and Ann) so well from Capital Cardiology. John kept us entertained from the moment he walked in the door! We always looked forward to seeing them both. I can only imagine how he kept everyone laughing at the fire house. Joan Silverman

Karen Turner-Miller

February 17, 2015

He was & always will be the hero of my heart. I was blessed to have him as my father.

Bill Paradiso {retired}

February 17, 2015

Captain Turner was a good man and a great firefighter. It was a pleasure serving with him.

February 17, 2015

Sorry for the loss of my great friend John. worked many years with John on the Trenton Fire Dept at Engine 8 and !. Became fishing buddies He will be greatly missed. Jack Amantia

Walter P. Kramarz

February 17, 2015

My deepest sympathy in the loss of John. He was a true asset to the TFD and gave his all to God and Country. He will be missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace in Post Everlasting. May the Good Lord give you strength and courage to carry on in the days without John. God Bless You All.
Chaplain, Signal 22 Association

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