Albert Turner

Albert Wayne Turner, known by everyone as "Wayne," passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, in McAlester at the age of 79.

Wayne was born on November 26, 1946, in Stigler to John Turner and Viola (Phillips) Turner. He married the love of his life, Linda Powell, on February 5, 1966.

A proud graduate of the Stigler High School Class of 1965, Wayne went on to attend Okmulgee Tech, where he received his formal training in auto mechanics. However, he often said he learned the most from his dad, working side by side. Wayne dedicated his entire working life to the local Ford dealership, where his knowledge and skill earned him the respect of coworkers and customers alike.

Following retirement, Wayne and Linda enjoyed spending time fishing together-though, for reasons he could never quite explain, Linda always seemed to catch the bigger and better fish. He also enjoyed hunting, playing bingo at the VFW, and trying his luck at the casino. More than anything, Wayne treasured time spent with his family.

Wayne is survived by his daughters, Glenda Tate and husband Jerry, and Dianna Radtke; his son, Michael Turner and wife Barbara; his grandchildren, Jerry Tate, Jacob Tate, Jessica Tate, Jasmine Kivlehen and husband Victor, Jake Heathcock, Jacqueline Heathcock, Marissa Johnson and husband Randy, Cordell Turner and wife Courtney, Matthew Turner, and Riley Turner; his great-grandchildren, Zachary, J.D., Izaac, Elijah, Leviathan, Lailah, Brayden, Annabella, Jaxxon, Khloe, Riot, Paislee, Sawyer, and Memphis; and his sister, Rebecca Greer and husband Bob.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Linda (Powell) Turner; his father, John Turner; his mother, Viola (Phillips) Adkins; and his daughter, Debora Turner.

The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 5, 2026 at the Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2024, at the Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel with Wayne Phillips officiating. Wayne will be laid to rest at Antioch Cemetery, near Stigler.

Pallbearers will be: Jerry Tate, Jacob Tate, Riley Turner, Jake Heathcock, Randy Johnson, Matthew Turner, Victor Kivlehen, and Cordell Turner.