With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William R. Turpin of Newtown, Virginia, who passed away on January 24, 2024 at the age of 77. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William R. Turpin to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Garnett Turpin and Lucille Foster Andrews; his sisters, Frances Turpin Minor Dillard and Lena Turpin Carlile; and his pet Gertie.

He is survived by: his wife Dale Chenault Turpin; his children, Sara Hart Turpin Rowe (Michael) of Newtown and John Garnett Turpin (Katie Brackmann) of Mechanicsville; his grandchildren, Owen Rowe, Oscar Turpin, Brooke and Henry Brackmann; his cousins, Biddy Walker and Mary Willett; and his siblings-in-law, Debbie Akers (Paul), Judy Shupe, Becky Caldera (Rob) and Frankie Chenault (Pam) of Frog Level. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Upper King & Queen Baptist Church or any charity that is near and dear to your heart.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
STORKE , NASH & SLAW FUNERAL HOME

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February 2, 2024

Nathan Parker IV lit a candle

“In loving memory of William R. Turpin, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Billy is an incredible man who has done so much for so many people in so many ways through the years. He may be gone but will never be forgotten. Thankyou for everything Billy.”

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January 28, 2024

Jean Williams wrote a sympathy message

“I was shocked to hear this. My brother Stuart Noel (now deceased) and my husband Chuck Williams thought so much of Billy. My son Tim Williams started visiting him after my brother died. My heart breaks for the family during this time. Jean Noel Williams”

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