David Turner Obituary
David is survived by his wife Rose M. Turner; son Derek (Ashley) Turner of Wisconsin with their daughter Audrey; daughter Heather Turner of Pine Valley, NY; stepdaughter Jamie Turner with her daughters Ella, Kendra and Alexandra Ayers; brother Ernest (Linda) Turner; sister Candace Delles (late husband Earl Delles) of Erin, NY, along with several nieces and nephews.
David graduated from Northern Tioga School in 1975. He served in the US Army for six years from 1984-1990 with honors and worked at Kennedy Valve in Elmira, NY. David also worked landscaping with his brother Ernest Turner. David enjoyed fishing and hunting.
Burial will take place at the convenience of the family.
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Candace Delles
January 24, 2026
You were a great brother. We shared alot of good times together. I will always love and miss you. Give mom a hug for me. RIP GOD'S ANGEL
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Amy woodard
January 23, 2026
You will be missed very much by all your family and friends. Love you and we will think about you at our picnic we have every year. Im sure your very happy up there seeing your mom and dad and sister again I know you missed them very much like I do.make sure to keep the. All on there toes. Think about you every day .
megan butler
January 22, 2026
Uncle David, you'll always be remembered for the sweet gentle funny man you were. I love you always, and I will miss you dearly.
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