Sylvester Turner Obituary
The passing of Sylvester Turner (Houston, Texas) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on March 5, 2025 at the age of 70. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Sylvester Turner to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ruby Mae Turner and Eddie Turner; and his siblings, Alfred "Charles" Turner, Leon Turner, Pearlie Marie Tyrone, Madie Thompson, Everett Turner, Eddie Turner and Albert Lee Turner.
He is survived by: his daughter Ashley Paige Turner Captain (Jimmie Lee Captain); his grandchildren, Aniya and Jameson; his siblings, Patricia Dinnon, Jacqueline Turner, Clifford Turner, Robert Turner and Donald Ray Turner (Deborah); and his former wife Cheryl. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many close friends.
The lying in state was held on Tuesday, March 11th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Houston City Hall (901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002). A funeral service was held on Saturday, March 15th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Church Without Walls (5725 Queenston Blvd, Houston, TX 77084). A reception was held on Saturday, March 15th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Church Without Walls• (5725 Queenston Blvd, Houston, TX 77084).
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Greater North Houston Youth Alliance to fund Sylvester Turner Family Day in the Park.
