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LEONARD TURRELL Obituary

Leonard D Turrell Age 96. Long time area resident of Tacoma, Puyallup and Lacey Washington. He was born in North Dakota to Harry and Ruth. Survived by Lois, his wife of 74 years. He is also survived by his children Leah, Lorena, Philip and Vern, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and extended family. Leonard had a long career as a truck driver and member of the Teamsters local 313 retiree club. The American Historical Truck Society and the Vintage Tanker drivers. Leonard loved his large family and had several interests throughout his life. Fishing, camping, traveling, rock hounding and vintage cars and trucks. He was usually found in his shop fixing anything that needed attention. A memorial for family is planned later. In lieu of flowers please consider Mary Bridge Children's Hospital in Tacoma He will be missed by all.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 19, 2013.

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June 8, 2013

Glad you found the peace you were looking for, will miss you always. Love you so much Dad.
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May 23, 2013

I will miss you grandpa.

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