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James Herbert Turner

May 15, 1933 – August 28, 2022
Obituary of James Herbert Turner
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Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery

James H. Turner, passed away on August 28, 2022 at the age of 89. He was born May 15, 1933 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Bruce and Mary Turner.

Jim served his country in the U.S. Navy and then went to work for Western Electric in Indianapolis. Upon retirement he moved to Arizona where he enjoyed the Southwest lifestyle for more than 28 years in Sun Lakes, AZ.

Jim was a kind man with a gentle soul and a witty sense of humor. He was known to friends and family as Mr. Handyman since he was willing to take on any kind of project and would always excel at it.

Jim was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and fine Christian example to all who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Judy, children Roxanne Mead (Mike), Deanne Meyers (Mark), Randy Turner (Anne), Jeff Turner (Kim), Joyce Bruce (Ken), Jay Bansbach (Debbie), Joette White, Beth Davis (Mark), 20 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

While he lives on in our hearts, his presence will be missed forever.

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