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John Turner Obituary
December 20, 1950 - August 11, 2023
Mr. John Randolph Turner, age 72 of Roanoke, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Roanoke. He was born in Danville on December 20, 1950. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Randolph Turner. John had worked for the S.C.C. in the Bureau of Safety and Soundness for over 40 years. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of Spring Garden Community Church. Among the most treasured aspects of John's life were the friendships he forged during his years at the University of Richmond. During his four years as a Spider at UR he was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. The friendships he formed during that span have lasted a lifetime. Thank you to the following "Brothers" who have enriched John's life for 50 + years: Donald Baxter, Bill Webb, Chris Taylor (deceased), Danny Nichols, Ron Maelstrom, and Greg Williams.
Surviving is his loving wife of 31 years, Dr. Cheryl Mabe Turner of the home; his mother, Dorothy Grove Turner; two brothers and sister-in-law, Dr. Mark Grove Turner, Richard Charles and Susan Turner; and two nephews, Zachary Randolph Turner, and Richard Benjamin Turner.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 2 p.m. at Patrick Memorial Gardens with Dr. Brad Smith officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Spring Garden Community Church, c/o Linda Owen, 1781 Transco Rd., Chatham, VA 24531. Online condolences may be sent to www.moodyfuneralservices.com.
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John Crockett
September 1, 2023
I did not know John at UR but was pleased to have him as a friend and co-worker at the Bureau for many years. Was saddened to learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Al Saibini, Nevada Alpha '76
August 17, 2023
In coelo quies est.
Cindy Fielder
August 17, 2023
Dear Cheryl, I was so saddened reading this news today about John. I know you shared a wonderful life together! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. You have my sincere condolences. Praying that your Faith will comfort and sustain you in the days ahead. Sending love to you,
Cindy Fielder
Daniel Tucker
August 16, 2023
I worked with Mr. Turner for many years at the SCC. He had the ability to connect with anyone, regardless of their tenure. His contributions to the SCC have benefited his colleagues, bankers, and the citizens of the Commonwealth.
Locke Trigg
August 16, 2023
Although I didn´t know John before I started working at the SCC we bonded well as U of R grads and I always working on any jobs with him. Missed him when we both retired about 6 months apart. So sorry to hear this news of his passing I am keeping John and his family in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Cross
August 16, 2023
John was at BFI when I started in 1986 and had the opportunity to work with him many years. My condolences and prayers go out to John's wife and family.
Dick and Gloria Hamlen
August 15, 2023
Dear Cheryl,
We are so sorry for your loss. We especially enjoyed getting together with you and John at our monthly luncheon dates... always highlighted in yellow on the calendar! We will not be able to be at the service because of a previous commitment, but we will be there in spirit. We will always be there whenever you need us, our dear friend.
Love, G & D
Jean Harding
August 14, 2023
Dear Cheryl, I am so sorry for your loss. John was always very nice to me. I my memory serve me correctly, you both came to my wedding and I think that was his first outing after his first heart attack. I am sorry I cannot be with you for his services, but I will always be here for you my dear friend.
Love,
Jean
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