Paul Allan Turner

Paul Allan Turner obituary, Springfield, OR

Paul Allan Turner

Paul Turner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Springfield Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home on Mar. 7, 2025.

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Paul & Beverly Turner tragically passed away February 23, 2025. Beverly was born March 13, 1940 in Hillsboro,Oregon to parents Harry and Myrtle Williams. Paul was born April 24, 1935 in Portland, Oregon to Guy and Elma Turner. Paul & Beverly were married on July 5, 1958 and enjoyed a wonderful 67 years of marriage. Paul also served in the US Army until 1961. Paul retired after a long career from Willamette Greystone, and Beverly retired from a long career with KeyBank of Oregon. In their retirement years, they enjoyed many fishing trips to Alaska, hunting trips with family to eastern Oregon,and multiple trips to Laughlin, Nevada.
Paul and Beverly are survived by their daughter Paula Warren (Michael), and were blessed with many grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Paul & Beverly will be greatly missed by many friends and family and people who knew them. This wonderful couple was considered "salt of the Earth". Described as a couple who are known for unwavering honesty, genuine kindness, hard work ethic and down to earth nature. They were respected by all who knew them for their strong moral compass and unwavering reliability, without ever seeking recognition.
To honor Paul & Beverly's wishes, a private family gathering will be held.

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