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GARY BYRON TURNER

GARY TURNER Obituary

GARY BYRON
TURNER, 56

LAKELAND - Gary Byron Turner, age 56, passed away Wednesday November 21, 2012 at L.R.M.C. with his loving family by his side from heart failure.
Gary was born in Plant City on October 12, 1956. Upon graduation from Lakeland Senior High School class of 1974 Gary was employed with Publix Supermarkets as a meat cutter. In 1976 Gary found his lord and savior Jesus Christ and his purpose in life through a tragic accident that left him a quadriplegic. Through the years Gary was always upbeat and high spirited. When it came to Florida Gator sports, especially football Gary was always in it to win it. Gary was a life long computer and political enthusiast. Gary was a member of Family Worship Center.
Gary is preceded in death by his father, Byron Turner. Gary is survived by his mother, Betty, Turner; brother, Michael (Sheri) Turner; nieces, Audrey (John) Thompson, Rebecca & Gabrielle Turner; aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at Seigler Funeral Home-Chapel Hwy. 60, E. Mulberry from 12:00-1:00 P.M. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 P.M. with the Rev. Esther Haas officiating. Interment will take place at Wildwood Cemetery in Bartow, Fl.
Condolences may be sent to the family @seiglerfuneralhome.net.
Arrangements entrusted to Seigler Funeral Home-Mulberry, Fl.

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Published by The Ledger from Nov. 25 to Nov. 26, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for GARY TURNER

25 Entries

Rachel

March 28, 2022

I miss Gary so much..I think of him often and the effect he had on my families lives..

Rachel Wildey

November 6, 2013

its hard to believe its almost been a year since I got the call about Garys passing..I think of him all the time and I miss him so..such wonderful memories he left me with..No patient has ever touched my life and my heart like Gary did..

December 3, 2012

I thought of you all so often! Gary was such a brave man!! His love for his family and theirs for him was so special!!
My thoughts and prayers are with you now knowing how much he will be missed!
Sara Boyett Wynn

Alicia Steger

November 30, 2012

This is for you Gary

going to miss you

Alicia Steger

November 30, 2012

Sorry to find out about Gary i enjoyed working with him my prayers our with his whole family

I work with Partners Home Care

Anne Leahy

November 28, 2012

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Lynn Decker

November 28, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, I know you and Gary were so close. He was a good guy.

Terry Ferris Vaughan

November 27, 2012

What a beautiful day for a beautiful celebration of your life. I'm sure you were smiling down but not surprised at all the faces. Even tho I wished it had been under different circumstances I want to thank you for reuniting me with old friends, Tammy & Carl, Greg Pipkin and Dwight Freeman. I think I surprised your momma. :) I got a big momma Turner hug from her. you will be dearly missed my friend but we are all at peace knowing you are free of pain and probably on a dirt bike trail in heaven. Thank you for showing all of us that we need to live life to it's fullest. Love you buddy!

Billie Ward-Easley

November 27, 2012

My thoughts and prayers our with Gary and the Family.I will alwys have fond memories of Gary and the kids when they were young and close friends.

November 27, 2012

It was a privilege to be able to care for Gary for a short time and to get to know the family. I know your hearts are burdened at this time and my prayers are that the Lord be with you and comfort you all.
Elizabeth RN, LRMC

Barbara Matthes Alderman

November 26, 2012

Dear Betty, I was so sorry to read of Gary's passing. He has lived a great life in spite of his limitations. What a testament to the will to survive! I send my deepest sympathies to you and the family.

Thomas Easley

November 26, 2012

My prayers are with the family and the memories of Gary will always be with me.

Thomas Easley

November 26, 2012

Our prayers are with The Turner Family and I have always had Gary on my mind.We go back a long ways and the memories will always be with me.

Ted Vaughan

November 26, 2012

To the Turner Family,
Gary and I were good friends in high school. Gary taught me how to ride a dirt bike. I still remember the great times we had together. To my regret we lost touch after high school. The world lost a great man and heaven gained one.

Diana Markovich and Family

November 26, 2012

To the Turner family, we send all of our sympathy to you today and hope that your heart's are filled with warm and wonderful memories of Gary.

Betty Brown

November 26, 2012

Betty, Mike & family:
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Hold on to all the precious memories you have. Gary was an inspiration to many.

Connie Howard

November 26, 2012

Betty and family--Our loss is heaven's gain. Words are inadequate to express my feeling for you and your family's devotion and faith over the years. My prayer is for your family during this very difficult time in your life. Gary was a very special person through every adversity he ever faced, always with a smile and humor. Love you all.

November 26, 2012

Betty & Family--Our loss is heaven's gain. Words can not express my feeling for Gary and what he meant to me. Michael was a true brother throughout life for Gary. With the loving support of you, Bubba, Michael, Sheri and the girls Gary was a shining example to all. Love & prayers for you as you and the family go through this very difficult time in your life-there is another angel in heaven now.

Terry Ferris Vaughan

November 26, 2012

To the Turner family, I was saddened to hear of Gary's passing. Although we lost touch over the years I thought of him often. I've know Gary since the early 70's and witnessed his strenght and determination. I feel comforted knowing that he is walking hand in hand with our Lord and Saviour. May God wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you in the days to come. R.I.P my friend

Love, Terry

Rachel Wildey

November 25, 2012

Gary was my best friend for many years. He knew how to cheer me up when no one could. We spent many hours together and he was such an inspiration to me. He helped me through many rough days always giving good advice... He taught me how to be a better person, and he taught me how to use the computer. He bought me my first digital camera and enabled me to take so many pictures of my boys. I loved Gary and missed him SOOO much after he moved. My thoughts and prayers are with you all..

Thelma Neeld

November 25, 2012

Mrs Turner and family,
Im so sorry of your loss. Remembering all the good times we had in your home taking care of Gary. Youre in our prayers. God bless

Cindy Townley Fish

November 25, 2012

My deepest sympathy.

November 25, 2012

Betty, Michael, Sheri and family, We are so sorry to hear about Gary and we are sending our Love & prayers to you at this time. Gary had such a strong will and a strong family behind him for all these years. May the Lord give you comfort at this time and praise the Lord that he new Jesus Christ as his Lord & Savior. God Bless, Linda Robbins Morgan & Chick Morgan

Pam Bloodworth

November 25, 2012

Betty, Michael and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. It is never easy to lose a loved one, but what peace we have we we have that blessed hope of being reunited in heaven one day. May you feel the love and peace of God that passeth all understanding!

November 24, 2012

Gary was an inspiration to us. We loved his laugh, his sense of humor, his zeal for politics, and most of all, his love for the Lord.
He witnessed to us on many different occasions and was a positive influence - a gentle soul in a large frame! We loved him and will miss him!

Can't wait until we can walk with him in heaven!

Love and condolences to his family,

Love, Karyn &. Neil Sawyer

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