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Robert Turnbo Obituary
Mr. Turnbo honorably served his country in the United States Navy. He was an avid racecar driver in his younger years. Robert was a well-known seller and trader and always got the best deals. He could repair just about anything and was known as his family's "Mr. Fix It".
Robert Edsil Turnbo departed this life on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Waynesboro, Tennessee, at the age of 93 years, 8 months, and 26 days.
He is survived by his wife, Judy Turnbo; stepson, Scotty Parrish; stepdaughter, Susan Annette Lynn; sister, Marjorie Casteel; nephews, Larry Pulley (Joyce), Ronnie Pulley (Kitty), and Mike Casteel (Lori); several great nieces and great nephews; and step grandchildren, Crystal Kittrell and Daniel Plunkett.
In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his first wife, Carolyn Turnbo and sister, Dorothy Pulley.
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