Martha Turner

TURNER Martha Ann Lively Turner, departed this world and went to live with her eternal heavenly father on November 12, 2011. Martha was born to T.F. & Leah Lively on November 30, 1933 in Augusta, GA. She was predeceased by her son, Richard Steven Turner, Sr., mother & father, her 3 brothers, 3 sisters, 3 brothers-in-law and 1 sister-in-law. She is survived by her husband, Rev. Billy T. Turner; daughter, Robyne T. Hall (Elwyn); 2 grandsons whom she dearly loved with all her heart, Richard Steven Turner, Jr. and Trent Talmadge Turner. She is also survived by numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Martha spent her early years in Augusta, GA. Upon graduation from high school, she was married and in 1952 began her career with the federal government at Fort Gordon in Augusta. In 1958 they moved to Jacksonville where she continued her government career by acquiring a job with the VA. From there she moved on to the IRS and then the Department of Public Health Services, ending with her retirement from Social Security, Dept. of Hearings & Appeals in 1999. After retirement she continued to work part time for several years and had over 45 years with the federal government. Martha loved taking care of and spending time with not only her immediate family but all of her extended family. She always had a kind spirit and always had a smile on her face for whomever she came in contact with. She was an outstanding cook and loved being involved with and attending church. She was a member of North Jacksonville Baptist Church. She also loved piddling around on the piano & organ and listening to Southern Gospel music. One of Marthas favorite pastimes was spending time in her yard growing beautiful flowers and tea olive trees. She was a fabulous flower arranger and enjoyed making beautiful arrangements, especially at Christmas. The family will receive family & friends on Tuesday (TODAY) November 15 at Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 1426 Rowe Avenue from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. A homegoing service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 16 at Westside Baptist Church in the Teachey Chapel, 7775 Herlong Road in Jacksonville, with Rev. Billy Turner and Elwyn Hall officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church Cemetery in Hephzibah, GA. on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida or The Alzheimer's Association. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com