James Bernard ""J. B. Turner

A native of Baytown, JB was the son of James Bernard “Buck” Turner Sr. and Georgia Wiggins Turner whose family once owned Hill of Rest Cemetery. Growing up he worked on cars at his Uncle Lawrence Wright’s mechanic shop in Pelly along with tasks at the cemetery where he learned the value of working hard.

In 1947 JB married his high school sweetheart Maxine Carroll, whom he was devoted to for over 68 years. He was a man of strong faith, raising his family to believe in the power, strength and love of Jesus.

Joining Rohm and Hass in 1959, JB worked in the petro chemical field until his retirement. He enjoyed cooking, camping, boating, skiing, and traveling with family and friends. JB could build or fix anything, he was honored to use his skills towards serving the church. Being absolutely devoted to his Christian faith JB set the example, studying the Bible, trusting in Jesus, and doing things the right way, his legacy will continue to touch friends and family for generations.

JB’s faith in the Lord never wavered. He and his caregiver of two years, Dorothy Maxey, would spend time reading their bibles and then talking about His great love.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine, his parents and sister, Gay Lynne. His legacy is left to his sister, Darlene Collard; sons and daughters-in-law, Dennis and Sherry Turner and Wayne and Debbie Turner; daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Robert Ranaldo; grandchildren and their spouses, Kelli and Bobby Metzger, Misti and Mark Budro, Clinton and Laura Burgess, David and Rachel Turner, Jason and Brenda Turner, Jennifer Reagan, Nicole Gwinnup, Jennifer and Warren Graham, Rex and Leah Hiebert, and Scott and Monica Hiebert; 30 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.

His family will receive friends at Navarre Funeral Home on Monday, June 25, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. with a celebration of his life to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. David Hilton officiating. Burial will follow at Hill of Rest Cemetery in Baytown.

Serving as pallbearers will be his grandsons and nephew, Jason Turner, David Turner, Clinton Burgess, Ryan Metzger, Blake Blackwell, and Cameron Campbell.

Memorial donations can be made to the Hill of Rest Cemetery Association, PO Box 2024 Baytown, TX 77522.

To view the online obituary or to post a tribute for the family, go to www.navarrefuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Navarre Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2444 Rollingbrook Dr., Baytown, TX, 77521 (281) 422-8111.