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George Thomas “Tommy” Turner, 89, of Glen Alpine, NC, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025.
Born in Caldwell County, NC on December 6, 1935, he was the son of the late Glenn Turner and Ethel Bentley Turner.
Tommy was a member of Crosslink Church in Morganton. An inspiration to his family, he was a hard-worker who took pride in his work. He enjoyed fishing, working in his garden, and playing guitar. His guitar playing will forever live on in his grandchildren.
Tommy is survived by his wife of 63 years, Leola Orders Turner; sons, Gregory Lynn Turner (Jocelyn) and Jeffrey Turner (Kim); grandchildren, Lance Turner, Daniel Turner (Haley), Devan Turner (Mary), Denise Turner, and Greycelyn Turner; brother, Paul Turner; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Tommy was preceded in death by five siblings, Bill Turner, Hazel Hallyburton, Maggie Turner, David Turner, and Sue Turner.
The graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 10, 2025 at Glen Alpine Cemetery with Rev. Jonathan Reece officiating.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Cardinal Hospice for the compassion shown to Tommy.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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My sincere condolences to Ola and the whole family. Tommy was one of the most genuine Christian men I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing. I knew him as a humble and loving man. Having worked with him, serving as a pastor to him and as a friend, Tommy was authentic and admirable man. Now his faith is made sight. Heaven grows sweeter everyday.
I am so sorry to hear about George’s passing. He will be missed at the group meeting at the recreations center.
Sorry to hear about the passing of uncle Tommy, His deep Christian faith made a lasting impression on myself and others, we can take comfort in knowing he is with his Lord and Savior Jesus, he will be greatly missed by his family in the days to come, We will pray the Lord will give you peace and comfort during this time
Uncle Tommy and I check on each through out last 5 years and he visited our home and aunt Ola was the boss which I loved them both he will be deeply missed and my wife Tammy has some things to hold on to he gave her … she was sad to hear…..may god be with the family during there time of sorrow……….with love Buzz and Tammy Turner..🌹❤️