Robert Allen Turner

Robert Allen Turner obituary

Robert Allen Turner

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Robert Turner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Blake Funeral Home - Loogootee on Oct. 4, 2025.

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Robert Allen Turner, 77, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at Brown County Health and Living in Nashville, Indiana.

Born on February 19, 1948, he was the beloved son of Reginald and Mildred (Savage) Turner. Robert married Regina Showalters on April 20, 1985, and she preceded him in death.

Robert was an Army veteran, having bravely and proudly served his country in Vietnam. He was a member of the Loogootee American Legion Post 120, the VFW, and the Disabled Veterans of America Association. An avid car fanatic, Robert started working on automobiles as a youth. That passion continued throughout his life to include drag racing. After college, Robert worked for the US government for 46 ½ years as a heavy equipment mechanic at Navel Ordinance and NSWC Crane. He also enjoyed model cars. Spending time with his grandchildren and gardening brought joy to his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Regina, and one nephew, Reginald Hornback.

Robert is lovingly remembered by two children: Molly (Benjamin) Turner-King and Robert "Robbie" Turner; 2 stepsons; grandchildren: Connor and Riley King, as well as 6 step-grandchildren; two brothers: George (Debbie) and Ricky Turner; one sister, Gerrie (Rogers) Cheatham; and life-long dear friends, Mike & Shirley Bright.

A memorial service will be held, Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 1 P.M. at Blake Funeral Home, Loogootee, Indiana with Mr. Phil Todd to officiate.

Visitation will begin at 11 A.M. until the time of service at the Blake Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Legion Post 120 or VFW Post 9395, both of Loogootee, IN.

Online condolences may be made at www.blakefuneralhomes.com.

Blake Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Robert A. Turner.

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Upcoming Events

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Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Blake Funeral Home

300 Church St., Loogootee, IN 47553

Send Flowers

Oct

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Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

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300 Church St., Loogootee, IN 47553

Send Flowers

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