John William Turner

Mr. John William Turner, 92, of Twin City passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at his residence. He was born on October 19, 1933, in Garfield to the late Iva J. Turner and Ila Mae Daniels Turner. John was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Cannady Turner; and brother, James Earl Turner.

John William was a master carpenter. He could do things with wood that the average carpenter could ever do. He learned his trade when he was 14 years old. His dad was already a well-known builder in the area, so he learned from one of the best. Some of his projects were both the auditoriums and old gyms in Swainsboro and Twin City. To show how good of a carpenter John was the gym he built in Twin City is still utilized today. John and his dad built the first addition to Emanuel Medical Center. Daddy was proud of the restoring of The Edenfield Inn and The Coleman House. He built many new homes and a large amount of houses in the old golf course section.

He was a member of the Board of Education for 12 years He also served as a councilman in Twin City for about 12 years. John was the assistant fire chief for approximately 25 years and when Mr. James Neal retired, he took the title of fire chief for about 15 years. One of his greatest accomplishments besides work was his dedication to the Twin City Lions Club. He and Loy D. Cowart were the only charter members left. Mr. John was also awarded into the National Lions Club Hall of Fame for a perfect attendance record of 64 years.

He will be remembered for his hard work, love for his family, and helping needy people in times of distress. He was happiest when working on his tractor at the farm or around his house. He also enjoyed cutting grass with his zero turn. Last but not least, if you knew John William you knew where y'all stood because he would quickly let you know where he stood on any issue. God bless John William Turner.

John is survived by his sons, Randy Turner and Ricky Turner (Margaret), both of Twin City; daughter, Marilyn Turner of Twin City; sister, Charlene Oglesby of Statesboro; grandchildren, Andria Andrews (Brett) of Evans, Trent Turner (Riley) of Milton; great-grandchildren, Mary Sydney Andrews, Peyton Seitz (Jackson), Tegan Lynn Turner, Asten Rae Turner; great-great grandson, Paxton Parker.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Twin City First Baptist Church with Pastor Curt Grimm officiating, assisted by Mr. G.W. Johnson.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to services.

Interment will follow in Hebron Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Trent Turner, Bret Andrews, Brandon Jones, Greg Johnson, Johnny Johnson, Larry Johnson, David Ursery, and David Turner.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the Twin City Lions Club

Condolences may be expressed at www.durden-hudsonfuneraldirectors.com

Durden-Hudson Funeral Directors is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. John William Turner, 92, of Twin City.