Raymond Turner Sr.

Mr. Raymond Turner Sr. was born August 26th, 1950, inPittsburg, Texas, in the Rocky Mound Community, to Harris and Ella Turner.  Raymond joined Rocky Mound CME church at an early age, and he remained a devoted member until his health failed him. He loved the Lord. 

He began his education at Fredrick Douglas School and graduated in 1968. He later joined the United States Navy, where he served bravely until he was honorably discharged. Raymond would go on to drive trucks until he was wounded on the job. He remained a devoted father to his children and married his devoted wife Peggy Chinn on July 19, 2001. To this union one son was born. 

Raymond had a big, quiet personality. He loved the Cowboys, and he would talk about the games, win or lose, for days. His humor, stories, and presence filled the lives ofthose he loved.

Raymond departed from his earthly home on November 13, 2025, at his home. He was proceeded in death by his parents and siblings: Jimmy Turner, Harris Turner Jr., Vinnie Lee Cummings, Vinnie C. Allen, L.C Turner and mother-in-law Hester Reed.

He leaves to cherish his memories a loving wife, Peggy Turner; three daughters,Tangy Turner, Sharee McGee (Carl ), and Capria Turner-Bagby (Chalonda); two sons, Raymond Turner Jr and Justin Turner; one stepdaughter, April Reed; 13 grandchildren: Brittney, Damion, Jarrit, Daiza, Megan, Cynthia, Madison, Matthew, McKenzie, Jordan, Markayaise, Kaymond, and Kiana. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren: Alicia, Jaeden, Joel, Ezrah, Eden, Eliza, Ezakya, and Oaklenn; sisters, Ella Ree Horne, Ruby Coffman, and Ruthie (Dennis) Mitchell; sister in laws, Mary Turner and Sheila Castro; and his brother-in-law Bobby Reed;  and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was loved by us all!

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