What a shock to find out of Phil's death - it was the last thing I expected to learn when i googled his name.  I was hoping to hook him up with a gunner I know from the days of Vietnam since Phil was a gunner too.

I go way back with Phil - to the days of the bushy hair at Amfac Mortgage.  I remember several of the Amfac managers, Al Sims, Robert Clayton, William Cozine, wild man Fred from California to name a few.  Our bosses, Paul Beavers, Howard Dade and Joe Valdez.  He was a star and he had a heart of gold.  He will be sorely missed - my deepest sympathy to Ronda and his family on their loss.  He was larger than life!  Colleen McGrath, Texas

Rhonda & Elyse, we know there is a great void in your life with Phil's passing. He was bigger than life and lived life to the fullest. We greatly admired, respected and loved him. We have lots of memories to cherish including our trip to Houston staying at your house. I am sorry that we waited too long to make the trip to the ranch to see you both again. Know you are in our hearts and anything that we can do for you, you need only ask. Much love, Richard and Susan Wright

Phil,

you will always be in our heart. You were always fun to be around! You will be greatly missed.

So many memories through the years at National City.  I came to love and respect Phil as a colleague, person and friend. He may have had a bark, but he hever barked at me and was always there for me. My prayers and heartfelt condolences to the family.

Pam Jacobs, formerly National City/PNC Mortgage
Panama City, FL

Dear Ronda, so sorry for your loss. I know you loved him, as he did you, may your memories be  tucked in your heart forever! As mine are with YOU! Love You Mike Landon

Richard and I had great love and respect for this man. Whether it was work or play, you could always count on Phil. I am so happy that we had the opportunity to visit and stay with Phil and Rhonda in Houston. That was a great time. We had made plans to come and visit at the ranch in July but it was soon enough. Just want you to know how much we loved just being around him. If there is anything we can do for you Rhona, call on us.

Rhonda,
               It's hard to believe that the guy who was truly bigger than life is gone. Many great memories though we will have forever! For every tear there will always be many smiles for sure.

Bobby D

So sorry for your lost. Keeping you  in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in all your memories. Much Love..

Rhonda, So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts. Love you. Aunt Sandy.

Rhonda, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cassie and Karen

I met Phil twenty years ago this month as a result of the mortgage business. I express my condolences to Rhonda.

My heartfelt and deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Phil. You are in my prayers during this time and always.

Ronda, My heart fell when I heard the news that  that your husband had passed. I know that you both had a wonderful life together, my prayers go out to you and your loved ones. Your in my thoughts. May God be with you and give you comfort.  Remember Phil will always be with you in spirit.

Thinking of you!! Jennifer Whitacre -Wells Fargo

Dear Ronda, 

My deepest condolences to you and your family in this very unfortunate and trying time.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  May god bless you and give you strength during these toughest of times.  

With Love, 
Jeffrey Gruebele

Rhonda, my sympathies are with you and your family. Phil was a great man, and i was blessed to not only have meet him, but also be a friend. Although he is no longer here with us, all the memories of him will last forever.  He was "one of a kind" professional, caring,etc., but most of all a gentleman.

I am so sorry and sad to hear of Phills passing...what a great man! All my love, thoughts and prayers are with you....this is so hard...I hope I can give you some stregnth!

Ronda, my heart is broken for you and I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you now.  I love and miss you.  Big Hug

Ronda,

I am sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  Sending BIG hugs and LOTS of love.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted ~Matthew 5:4

Dear Ronda girls and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, during these times of grief. May the Lord grant you comfort in remembering the wonderful life that Phil enjoyed with you, and we pray that  the cherished memories created, will now bring you consolation and thankfulness to God for his life on earth. Phil always had an important place in our hearts and our gratitude for all the love and care he and you Ronda, gave to our son Keith. May the Lord reward Phil in Heaven and may he rest in peace at the side of our Lord. Phil is only gone from our physical sight, as he will forever be remembered in our hearts. God bless you!
Love, Edward and Gloria Gruebele- Ft Lauderdale, Fl

Ronda, I am very sorry about Phil's passing. He was a great guy and so much fun.I knew Phil from the '80s at GE and later at Commonwealth. We biked and played basketball and he was always  so competitive. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Dear Mama, I am so sorry but there are no words to express what I want to say. You know how much I love you and Phil. His love,  kindness and wisdom will stay with us forever. He always be our Big teddy bear with a great heart. He was a Great Man, Husband and father, I am sure you have a very special Angel watching over you forever.

We are so blessed that you and Phil came into our lives.  We will always remember our Camelot on Elm Street.   The girls, Don and I love you and we will miss Phil deeply.

Phil was larger than life, working for him was a blast He loved life and loved his family. I have so many great memories , he could bark but he was a teddy bear.  He was always looking out for you. Rhonda and Elyse and Rachel he will be such a miss for you guys but hold onto your memories he loved you guys and was always so proud when he talked about you. To you Phil one in a million. Xxxx

Ronda,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  You are such a wonderful, special person and just know you are loved dearly.

Ronda: (and his girls) 
Michael and I are so sorry about the loss of such a wonderful man.  Michael really enjoyed working with Phil at "Bank U" and all of the crazy 1 day rides to Austin for the MS 150.  I couldn't believe how athletic and crazy he was ... every year before the rides with Michael, Sonny, and the boys... 
Yall were the cutest couple and really looks like yall have had a happy life together.   We will never forget him!!!!!   We are thinking of you, the girls, and all of your families during this difficult time! RIP Phil!!!! 
  
Michael and Virginia Taylor 
Cypress, TX

I just want you to know that I am thinking of you, my heart is with you and my prayers are for all of you.  We had so many good times and laughter in our youth and Phil kept that smile and good times into adulthood.  What wonderful memories and beautiful pictures.  All my love, Tami

Ronda - So sorry sweetie.  You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.  God bless...

Dear Ronda - my heart has been breaking for you since I heard the news about Phil.  You have been in my prayers to our Lord Jesus Christ to lift you up for strength, peace and comfort.  While I'm not able to be there tomorrow, please know I'll be there in thought and prayer.  
My Love Cheryl Van Dyke

Our hearts and prayers go out to you all.  The Zotzmanns

Ronda,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you and your family.  I can tell from the photos you had something special.  There are many people who never get to experience that kind of love in a life time.  May the memories live on forever.  Loving and thinking of you back in Indiana.............Rhonda Skeens

Ronda,

You mean the world to me and I want you to know you especially are loved!  We miss you terribly!!!  Please know that I am thinking of you and your family and sending prayers your way!

Ronda and family,   I am so sadden to hear of Phil's passing.  He was a special man who loved you all so very much!  My heart goes out to you all.  Knowing he is at  peace now I hope will give you strength and peace.

Ronda,  Thinking of you during this difficult time.   My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family !  Love you like a sister !  Love, Chris & Denny Rodgers

Ronda, I am so sorry I am not there to just be with you at this time.  You and Phil have always been an inspiration to me and I always looked up to you both for guidance.  There is an empty spot in this world where a giant known as Phil used to occupy.  He is and will always be truly missed.  Condolences to not only you and the family but to all of us who loved him.

Ronda, my heart broke when I got the word of Phil.  Always, too soon.  The love you both shared was such a gift that so few are blessed to know.  You both opened your homes and hearts to so many of usâ€¦ may our love lift you up with the strength you will need, for the days ahead.  Blessings and peace, to you and your family.  Hugs!

Ronda, 
We are saddened greatly by the news of Phil's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Love,
Kerrie and Richard Saeger

Ronda,
I was so sorry to hear about Phil's passing. I can't imagine the pain you must be feeling. Please take comfort in knowing that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything you need please let me know.

Ronda , I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you. Mary Hintz

Ronda! My heart just breaks for you, the Girls and both families!  Words just are not of significant value right now but please know I pray for comfort for you and the entire family during this very difficult time.  There are a lot of wonderful photos shown on this site that reveal great memories.  Those will live on for you and I am hopeful will provide some peace for you!

To KNOW him was to love him. Phil was responsible for many momentous occasions in our lives, while we are devasted by this we are also reflecting & realize how thankful we are to have so many great memories & life lessons from such a special person/people (all the Turkus'). We love you all.

Rhonda and the family I personally want to extend my sympathy to you'll in this time of need. If you need a shoulder to cry on or a ear to lisiten to you come by Grahmanns and I will. He was a great man as  long as  I have known you'll. He was truly One of my best freinds and customer . I won't be able to make the services because we have family vacation planned . Take care of yourself if you need anything call me.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 

Spriro & Georgia Petritsis

You've forever impacted my life.... You'll always be in my heart Phil.  Momma, Elise, Rachel, I am here for you in any way I can.  Love you all!

Dear Ronda, I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and never far from my heart. My love to you Mama, and your family.

Elyse, I am so sorry for your loss.  Please know that you are in my thoughts daily.  My love and support will always be here for you.

Dear Ronda, you probably don't remember me but I remember you from Savings of America.  I was an LO and we worked together for a short time.  One thing that sticks out in my mind when I think of you is how in love you were with your husband.  I am sure the pain seems unbearable now. It is obvious how many lives he touched -- please take comfort in this. God Bless You and Your Family.

Elyse,

I am very sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Celebrate your father as he truly was one of a kind! His sense of humor and the way he lit up any room will be sadly missed. My best to you and your entire family.

Tim Murtagh, Pittsburgh Pa.

Ronda, 
My heart ached for you when I heard about Phil. I know what a deep love you felt for him as it showed when you spoke of him. I pray that all the memories you shared get you through this difficult time. Love you and all that you stand for.

 (Lil Bit)

There will never be another Phil!  He was a Very Special Person!  We have so many wonderful memories.  Never will forget the executive that moved from California and had to bring his office chair.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

RONDA,
May the love you shared sustain you through this time of sorrow.
                 Your Dunkirk Mom and Dad

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.  I only got the honor to meet him a few times when I worked at NCM, he was always very nice to me. I did get to work closely with Elyse who is a wonderful person.  God Bless!

Dearest Ronda 

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.

Psalm 10:17 O LORD, you hear the desire of the afflicted; you will strengthen their heart; you will incline your ear

May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead! 

Ana A

Ronda, I heard of your loss and just know that I am praying for you and your family.  I remember how much you and Phil loved eachother.  He was a wonderful man, husband and father.  May God comfort you.  Love, Hela

My deepest sympathy for the family. Phil was so wonderful to me and I will truly miss him!

I began my mortgage banking career working with Phil in 1985, at General Electric Mortgage.  I always described Phil by saying his bark was worse than his bite.  He had a big heart, a big voice, and he couldn't jump more than an inch (I played basketball with him too).  Thoughts and prayers to his family..

Baxter Scruggs
San Diego

Rhonda
May the love you have given so many come back and comfort you thru this challenging time. It was always so obvious what a love affair you had with your dear husband. I know that he will always be there with you . You are near and dear to my heart , Sending you much love mama.  Priscilla Benkowski

Ronda,  I pray God's protection over you and your family during this time.  Phil is in a better place with no worries and no pain, so cherish the time you had with him and anticipate your reunion with him when the Lord returns.  I love and appreciate you.  My family will keep you in our prayers.  

The Lee Family (James, Tarsha, Jaelon, and Jaeson)

Words can't express the sadness that we feel for the loss of your loved one and our dear friend.  He battled his illness with strength and courage, which is how he lived his life on a daily basis. We will miss him greatly.

Beth Ann Lide, Trini Arriola and all of your friends at Bank of Houston

I am deeply saddened to find out through a few people about Phil. I wanted to send my condolences to you, Ronda (aka "Mama"), and your family. I love you very much!

Ronda,  I pray God's protection over you during this time.  Phil is truly in a better place with no worries, no pain.  Cherish the memories of the time you had with him and anticipate the reunion between the two of you when the Lord returns.  I love and appreciate you and my family will continue to lift you up in our prayers.  

The Lee Family (James, Tarsha, Jaelon, and Jaeson)

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.  May your memories bring you comfort.

Dearest Ronda - you are a very special person in my life and we send our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and the rest of Phil's family at this time.  We wish for you peace and comfort in the knowledge that the love you had - is something not everyone experiences.  We are here for you if you need anything and we love you...Susan and Chuck de Boisblanc

The memories we all shared 
at National City will live on for many years.  You shared your wife and your girls, you worked hard and we had so much fun
In the day.  Our hearts go out
to Rhonda and family.

My Precious Ronda - You and Phil have been a light in our lives for over 20 years!  There are no words of comfort that will stop the hurting right now.  
Our prayers and thoughts are with you!  
Phil will be smoking his cigars and watching out for you from above.
  Love, Barbara and Samantha Clements

OBITUARY

Phillip Nils Turkus

September 7, 1949 – June 17, 2012

Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home

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