Joseph Russell Turner Jr. Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph Russell Turner Jr. (Smithfield, Virginia), who passed away on February 7, 2025 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Joseph Russell leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Russell Turner Sr. and Mildred Etta Williams Turner; and his siblings, Mildred Christine Turner Wright and Michael Anthony Turner. He is survived by: his wife Frances L. Gardner Turner; his children, Joseph Wayne Turner (Gail) and Jennifer Lee Turner; and his grandchildren, Caly Turner, Tre'Billups III and Joseph E. Turner.