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John Turner Obituary
John was born in Waterville, Maine and had been a resident of West Springfield for the past 31 years. He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He owned and operated Human Resource Consulting for 25 years, where he was well liked and respected in the community.
He leaves two sons, Mason, of Dallas, and Cory of Aurora, Colo.; a daughter, Tricia Turner of Springfield; two brothers, John and Peter Diller; two grandchildren, Sean and Lance Gerena; and his former wife, Marilyn Turner.
A private funeral and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Visiting hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue, c/o the Look Beyond Time Fund, P.O. Box 808, Hudson, MA 01749-0808.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Turner
Mary
June 14, 2007
Happy Birthday JT my thoughts today are of you and the memories we made. Thank You and Ill love you forever.
June 13, 2007
JT
I will be thinking of you tomorrow, Your Birthday, I Love You.
Cory Turner
May 21, 2007
Dad,
It is hard to think it has been a whole year since your passing. Please look over my family for me and share in our joys and in our sarrows. I miss you so very much.
To: Michelle(Belle) Wacker. We obviusly never met and probable will never meet however if you can find it in your heart to contact me I would sincerely appreciate it. 720-394-7047.
Mary
May 20, 2007
A year ago today God took you away from me and your family, Cory, Tricia and Mason please know I am thinking of you today, and Know I share in your pain,
We all know what a Wonderful Man JT was. He will be in my heart forever. I Love you all.
May 4, 2007
John,
I have been thinking about you alot today, Just had to come by to say hi.
I miss you your words, your smiles, your warm hugs, your kisses, and yes your jokes.
I love you.
Mary
April 7, 2007
I love you Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, and Forever.
Thinking of you always.
Happy Easter.
Mary
March 12, 2007
This time last year we had so much fun,
when we met in Rockland, the shops we visited, the Godspeed being launched, eating dinners side by side, and you reading to me about the Turner family. All wonderful memories I have of you. there isnt a day that goes by that I dont think of you and how happy you made me.
I Love You.
Mary
February 13, 2007
I loved the way you looked at me,
Your eyes so bright and blue.
I loved the way you kissed me,
Your lips so soft and smooth.
I loved the way you made me so happy,
And the ways you showed you cared.
I love the way you said, "I Love You,"
And the way you're always there.
I love the way you touched me,
Always sending chills down my spine.
I love that you are with me,
And glad that you were mine.
Happy Valentines day John, I Love You Baby I was so lucky to have your love. You are in my heart forever.
Michelle (Belle) Wacker
February 6, 2007
John,you know what today would of been. It breaks my heart and causes a pain like no other knowing it will never happen. I will regret till the day I die that what was suppose to happen today did not happen sooner. *hugs and kisses*
Mary
December 18, 2006
JT
I cant get you off my mind, You were the best thing that ever happened to me. please help me and your family get through the Holiday. Thinking of you always
Love You
Mary
November 27, 2006
John,
I cant believe that 6 months have passed, I still have my hard days, but I hold on to the memories we made.
You will always be with me. Today, Tomorrow, and Always I Love You
Laura
September 20, 2006
John, I know you can see her, but your granddaughter is just amazing. She is so beautiful, and everyone says she looks more like Cory. You would be so proud of her. She's already kicking at Cory, and we're hoping she'll play soccer. You are in our lives everyday, and we all love you very much.
Mary
September 12, 2006
John,
The days are still very hard, I am just so thankful that you knew how much I loved you, and I know how much you loved me, That is what helps me get through the difficult days. I have nothing but wonderful memories that I will hold in my heart forever. You were the Best.
I Love You
Mary
August 11, 2006
John,
On Sunday Aug.13th I will be sending your Dad and mine balloons for their birthday. Please give them a hug for me. I Miss You so much, I Love You.
His grandsons-sean and lance
August 2, 2006
Sean,Tim,Tricia,Lance
August 2, 2006
The famous flap over-rooster
August 2, 2006
Last Christmas-hat his Dad wore every holiday
August 2, 2006
Tricia
August 2, 2006
Hey Dad, I have been going thru your things and it is amazing what I am learning about you. I miss you dearly. I found your Maine Moose and lobsters so I put them in the car with me along with my two favorite pictures of you. So now you go everywhere I go! HA!HA! Tim and I are getting married on Thursday by the Justice of the Peace then we plan to have a small wedding up at the lake next summer/fall. We are very happy and I'm glad you were able to share our engagement joy!I thankyou for your blessing!I know you were very happy for me and I know you will be watching over me always!
I LOVE YOU DAD
Cory Turner
July 6, 2006
Hey Pop. I visited Skowhegan the other day. Had a chance to see your Mom and Uncle John and Peter. I wan't sure if your Mom was going to remember me but when I got there she said 'I'll be damned'. A memory that will stay with me for as long as I live.
I miss you Pop and love you dearly.
Mary
June 25, 2006
John,
I met with your family yesterday, I see why you were so proud of them. I have to admit I was a little scared, but as soon as I met them they reminded me of you and everything was fine. I finally got my hugs and kisses from the twins they were every bit as awesome as you said they were. and they know what a great Grandpa you were. Trish, Corey, & Mason never forget how much JT Loved you. I could see him in each one of you. :)
I'll always love you Baby.
Laura Turner
June 21, 2006
John, you are a remarkable man. I am so honored to have had you as a father, and be a part of your family. You should be so proud of the son you raised in Cory. He is an amazing husband, friend and father and I know he owes much of it to you. Devan will know you as if she sees you everyday, and you will always be a part of our family traditions. I feel as if I am the luckiest person to have been a part of your life, even if just for a short time. I love you, Laura
Tricia
June 20, 2006
Daddy, It has been hard to wake up in the mornings lately. Your birthday has passed. Sean, Lance, and myself bought you 5 balloons and filled them with special messages then sent them to you. When the boys could not see them they told me that you got the balloons. Who knew they were so smart. Happy 59th Birthday! We were thinking of you. For fathers day We cooked you our famous breakfast. You know the one we always cooked together. I almost didn't want to come home from work because I knew you would not be at my house in the morning with the coffee already brewed waiting for me at the kitchen table. I think of you always and know you would want me to be happy but sometimes it does not feel right. We are all meeting up in Maine this weekend with family, Mary, mom, and Peter to celebrate your life. I love you dearly and will talk to you later.
Love your only daughter (remember this!)
Cory Turner
June 16, 2006
THANK YOU! Thank you for being the best father you could be. I have so much admiration for the man you were and I strive every day to become the man I know you always felt I could be. It brings me so much happiness to know you will always be watching over my family and I can’t wait for you to meet your first granddaughter in September. I was looking forward to watching you hold her and to share a cigar while you gave me some words of wisdom. As I cope with the pain of losing you I try to remember some of the things that made you one of a kind. Like the way you would write an email in the subject line (which by the way always annoyed the hell out of me), like the way you would listen to Burt and I during our trips up to Maine. Happy birthday Dad and have a great father’s day this weekend. I’m looking forward to having a big lobster to celebrate your life and all the wonderful things you were able to accomplish and all the wonderful lives you were able to touch. I love you
Mary
June 14, 2006
You were the one to run to, for a shoulder to cry on...
You were the one everyone relied on...
Any dreams or fears were safe with you...
I'll admit I ran to you too...
We used to talk for hours about our futures...
Now I know none of it will ever happen...
I know if you were here you would tell me "Be strong"...
"Don't cry" "I'll be here waiting for you..."
I just want you to know you will never be far...
My mind will always be full of memories of you...
Mary
June 14, 2006
Happy Birthday John, I Love and Miss You so much, I know you are watching over all of us now and that helps me get through the days.
I'll always Love you baby.
June 14, 2006
Today would of been John's 59th Birthday. I wanted to wish him a Happy Birthday even though he is no longer with us. I will light a candle for you today John and I know you will help me blow it out. :oP
Love,
Dawn
Dawn Strother
June 14, 2006
I have known John for over 6 years. It was a devastating blow to find out he had passed away. My children and I wish to offer our condolences to Mason, Cory, Trish, and those handsome twins.
John was always there for me when ever I needed him. He always had a kind word, positive support, and gentleness like no one else. He was a truly selfless man who always cared about everyone. He loved with passion and was never judgemental.
John I will miss our talks. One thing I know is that he was truly devastated by his fathers death and now he is reunited with him once again. I know you will be with us all John. Rest in peace my very special friend. I love you. :o)
Love,
Dawn
Tricia Turner
June 7, 2006
Dad, I miss you so much it hurts. I have picked up the phone many times to call you and it was then that I realized I would never hear your voice. It was then that I realized I would never see you again. It was then that I realized you would not see your grandsons grow up. It was then that I realized you would not walk me down the isle at my wedding. But at these times of saddness I will remember your love for me and know that you will always have a listening ear if I need to talk. Love always, your Daughter
Jeff Rudzinsky
May 30, 2006
John was a close business associate who will be sorely missed. I spoke with him every week and will miss our conversations. He was a genuine individual who had no hidden agenda's and was always positive and upbeat. I'll never forget him. My thoughts are with his family.
Steve Morris
May 26, 2006
We got to know John as an affiliate in NPA many years ago and he was enjoyable to work with, always honest and upfront. We had dinner together in May and he was upbeat and looking forward to a move to Maine. I am glad that we ended up sitting next to each other that night. We will miss him and his pleasant way. We will say a prayer for his family.
Corinne Bell
May 26, 2006
John helped me recruite a number of qualified staff when I worked for a former employer. I recently reconnected with John when I needed to find qualified IT staff in my present position. I never had the pleasure of meeting John in person, but felt I knew him well through our many telephone conversations. His voice always came through with a smile and positive outlook. My thoughts go out to his family.
David Leo
May 26, 2006
John was one of the good guys. He was a man of his word and I will miss him greatly. I worked for and with John from 1995 to 2001 running the Biomedical Division of HRC on Cape Cod and we shared many great times together. We had a mutual trust and respect and I will always look back on my time with John with great fondness and warm memories.
Linda Scanlon
May 25, 2006
I had the pleasure of knowing John through Fred Dearborn and Point Staffing Services where I work. John was always a hit at our Christmas parties. He was charming and fun and we will all miss him. I hope you can take comfort in knowing that John was loved.
Barbara and Roger Morin
May 25, 2006
John and his family were very much a second family for our daughter in her growing up years. I can only imagine the loss that is being felt. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
May 25, 2006
Tricia and Family,
Our thoughts are with you all. We are so sorry to hear about your great loss.
Pam G., Jennifer, Rosemary & Fernanda (SFHMC)
May 25, 2006
Trish and Family,
Our thoughts are with you all. We are so sorry to hear about your great loss.
Pam G., Jennifer, Rosemary & Fernanda (SFHMC)
Dick Paige
May 24, 2006
John and I were associates during my 25 year career at The Travelers Insurance Companies. As the Director of Claim Payment Systems and DP Staffing & Recruiting, he assisted me in filling many professional/technical career positions (1980-1994). We later became friends and enjoyed many social activities together.
I will always remember John as having a very positive attitude and a tireless dedication to his career. I will remember John in my prayers.
Patty Q
May 24, 2006
I will always remember his bright smile and his teasing ways, but also his wonderful personality, my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Mary
May 24, 2006
My days will never be the same, What a wonderful Man God has taken home. I have known John for a year and fell in Love with everything about him. I will cherish the time we had together and always feel his love. My prayers go out to Mason, Cory and Trisha he loved and talked about you often.
Michelle (Roy) Morris
May 24, 2006
I had the privledge to work with John for 5 years. He was a very honest, caring and generous man. He will be very much missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Ken Blanchard
May 24, 2006
As Director of Staffing in the early 1990's at MassMutual, I worked a lot with John, who helped us hire a lot of good people in our Information Systems Organization. John was always a gentleman, honest and sincere, and I enjoed working with him very much. My condolences to his family.
Marcia Bateman- NPA
May 24, 2006
I will miss his cheerful voice and the way he always sounded upbeat even when he was complaining. The glass was always half full.
Ralph Hess
May 24, 2006
John was a much loved and very well liked and generous man. The world will miss him.
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