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David Turner Obituary
David Louis Turner of Wilmington, NC, died Tuesday, September 8, 2009, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Wayne County, NC, on November 10, 1930, the son of the late Charlie and Alice Turner.
Mr. Turner served his country honorably in the United States Army from 31 Aug 1948 until 30 Aug 1951. He started with the Wilmington Police Department, walking a beat, and retired 37 years later as Assistant Police Chief. Then he was associated with Andrews Mortuary for 21 years until the time of his death.
He was an active member of Pine Valley Baptist Church. Mr. Turner was a proud owner of his private pilot's license and enjoyed countless hours of flying with Bill Clark and his other flying buddies. He was actively restoring his 1940 Chevrolet.
Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Jo Ann Pugh Turner; daughter, Cyndee Turner Cathey and husband Ed of Wilmington, NC; three granddaughters, Jennifer Cathey of Southport, NC, Meredith Cathey Bunch and husband Aaron of Angier, NC, and Meghan Cathey of Elon, NC; and one great-granddaughter, Iris Ann Bunch of Angier, NC; a brother, C.W. Turner, Jr. and wife Christine; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three sisters, Bertha, Christine, and Elizabeth.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 10, 2009, at Pine Valley Baptist Church by Rev. Charles Love, III and Dr. Glen Bohannon. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Omega Sunday School Class at Pine Valley Baptist Church, current and former members of the Wilmington Police Department, and employees of Andrews Mortuary. Active pallbearers will be: Mike Mincey, Tom Sheets, Bill Hansley, Wayne Hansley, Ricky Crumpler, Darryl Bruestle, Aaron Bunch, and Bill Clark.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pine Valley Baptist Church, 3940 Shipyard Blvd., Wilmington, NC 28403 or to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202.
The family would like to thank the Pine Valley Baptist Church family and other area churches for their prayers and support. A special thank you to the 10th floor nurses and surgical trauma intensive care staff, and the wonderful care and wisdom of Dr. Anagnost, Dr. Dunn, and Dr. McCabe. They have all been a blessing to the family.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for David Turner
September 29, 2009
Dear Turner Family...I was so saddened to learn of Mr. Turners death. He was such a kind and loving man and I know he will be missed so. May God bless you and your family.
Nancy Evans Jenkins
Vivian Schneider
September 26, 2009
Mrs. Turner,
So sorry to hear about Mr. Turner. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family.
With Sympathy,
Maria Small
Anthony & Misty Small
Rick & Vivian Small Schneider
Tom & Jenel Small Jackson
Dennis & Imer Small Smith
Julie Fonvielle
September 26, 2009
Mr. Turner was indeed a fine man. His kindness and care for my family will never be forgotten. We have known him for a very long time and my kids thought of him as part of our family. My family is very lucky to have known such a wonderful , kind and gentle spirit I am sorry that we have just found out about his passing . He will be greatly missed . Our thoughts and prayers are with his family .
John Davis
September 11, 2009
Mr. Turner was a fine man with whom I had the opportunity to get to know during my family's time at PVBC. May God bless the family and my thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Turner and the rest of the family. May the Lord give you peace in the upcoming days.
Michael Dolan
September 10, 2009
I also will not forget the kindness shown to me by Capt/Major Turner while I was a police officer with the Wilm Police Dept. Capt Turner even took my wedding photographs for me. I recall many friendly conversations with him to include his peaceful enjoyment of flying at night. He was a very nice man who will be missed. My thoughts are with his family.
Joanna Bass
September 10, 2009
Mr. Turner was a friend of my father and mother. He took the photos of my wedding, and took my family to the cemetary for my father's funeral. He was with us for good & bad. He was a very kind man. Thank you Mr. Turner. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ginger Bloomer Smith
September 10, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Joann and all the family. Jim considered Dave as his brother from the Police Department and the flying club and we felt you were family. Dave will be missed by so many people whose lives were touched by his kindness.
Brad Farrow
September 10, 2009
While a senior in high school, I lived across the street from Mr Turner. He would often give me a ride to school. I still treasure our conversations and his uplifting encouragement. I last saw him in 2004 at my brother's funeral. My prayers and thoughts are with his love ones.
Melody Taylor
September 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. I had known Mr. Turner a long time, as he worked with my father and he helped our family with the passing of both my father and mother. (My parents were Capt. W. M. (Bill) & Bea Lewis. He will be missed by many.
judy futrelle
September 10, 2009
as a wonderful friend of my brother,bill,i last saw dave as we all sat on my front porch in southport. i prayed for him throughout this troubled time but know that now he is indeed in the arms of jesus.
Audrey and Joseph Bunch
September 9, 2009
Our sincere condolences to Joann, Cyndee and Ed, Jennifer, Meredith and Aaron, Iris, Meghan and every family member. The miles separate us, but our continued thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. In the short years we have had the privilege to know your family, we feel the closeness and love you share and know that Mr. Turner exemplified a life well lived. May all the wonderful family memories of your lives together sustain you and bring you peace and comfort.
Floyd & Martha Holmes
September 9, 2009
May you feel the comfort of the Holy Spirit during this time. You are in our prayers in the loss of this precious man. He certainly will be missed. Heaven is a little brighter now that he is there, completely healed.
September 9, 2009
I will never forget the kindness shown to me by Major Turner while employed at the Police Dept. My prayers are with you during this time. Miriam Jenkins Haynes, Wilmington, NC.
James and Donna Strickland
September 9, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Mr. Turner was a wonderful man with a sweet spirit. He will truly be missed.
Bob & Jan Berkeley
September 9, 2009
David was one of the finest men I have ever known. He stood beside us when our son Terry passed away in 1992.His strength helped us through a very gray time. JoAnn and the girls are in our prayers. David will be missed at PVBC and in the Omega Sunday School Class.
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