Thomas Ira Turner, age 75, passed away on January 8, 2020. He was born October 3, 1944 in Peoria, IL to the late Thomas W and Elmina M (Siverly) Turner. After growing up in Illinois he joined the Marines and ended up in California, where he meet his wife Norma. Upon his discharge in 1967 he settled in Southern CA, where he & Norma got married. They had one daughter and made their home there with him working in aircraft maintenance and modification management. In 1989 they moved to San Antonio TX before retiring in 2014 and moving to Norman to be near their grandson.
Over the years he enjoyed many hobbies including stained glass, wood working and gardening. He enjoyed taking trips to other states to visit family and friends, as well as taking “camping” trips their Terry trailer. In his later years he was a member of the Masonic Lodge, 32nd Scottish Rite and Shriner.
Tom is survived by his wife of 52 years, Norma J (Sallee) Turner of Norman, OK; daughter Laura, son-in-law Brian, and grandson Jacen Weeks of Norman, OK. He is also survived by his brother James A Turner of Prescott Valley, AZ.
Since retiring and moving to Norman with his wife to be near their family, he has spent his time volunteering at Norman Animal Welfare and Norman’s Citizens Police Academy. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him, both near and far.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Norman Animal Welfare (405-292-9736).
