George Herbert Turnbull

George Herbert "Papa" Turnbull, 94, passed away late in the night of November 7, 2012. Born on February 20, 1918 in Binscarth, Manitoba, Herb was destined to live a fulfilled life. Raised on a family farm, Herb was a man of strength, wisdom and dignity. In WWII, he served as a mechanic in the Canadian Air Force. Upon his discharge, Herb returned to Canada where he married the love of his life, Audrey Brown on November 22, 1946. Drawn to the beautiful California weather, Herb and Audrey made a life-changing move to San Bernardino, CA in September of 1949. Here, is where they started a family of their own, giving birth to their only son, Will Turnbull on May 5, 1953. In 1955, Herb and Audrey became proud US citizens. Five years later, Herb chased after his dreams of becoming a proud business owner, in hopes to provide only the best for his family. They moved to Las Vegas, NV where he and Kelly Callahan founded Kelly's Pipe and Supply Co. in December of 1960. He was dedicated to his company until 1985, the year he retired his business to George Shone. Herb had a strong passion for sharing his time with his dear family and friends. One of his favorite pastimes was traveling. Herb loved driving his 35-foot motor home, cross-country with his beloved wife Audrey. They created countless memories together on the open road. For Herb, it was always about the journey, not the destination. Herb also loved that "unexplainable" freedom he felt on his motorcycle. He enjoyed riding with his son, Will and best friend, Elmer Nighswonger until he reached the age of 76 years young. "Papa", then vicariously passed the family tradition to his granddaughter, Stephanie Turnbull, buying her her first Harley Davidson, once she graduated college in 2010. He always said, "There never was a bad ride...some I wondered about, but never a bad one." A quote that will continue to live on by his son and granddaughter, who continue to ride in memory of him. Herb's passion for life and love for God were characteristics that undoubtedly shined through him. He touched many hearts and will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Herb was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Turnbull and is survived by his son, Will Turnbull; his daughter-in-law, Terri Turnbull, who graciously served as his in-home caretaker, and his granddaughter, Stephanie Turnbull. Memorial services will be held at Palm Mortuary, 7600 South Eastern Ave. on Thursday, November 15, 2012. Visitation from 1-2pm with burial to follow at Palm Valley View Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Palm Eastern Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.