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Obituary For Joseph Clay Turner, Jr.

Mr. Joseph Clay Turner, Jr.,69, of Columbus, GA passed Wednesday, May 11, 2022 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held 12 noon EST Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at St. Benedict The Moore Catholic Church, Columbus, GA with Father Friar Noel Danielewicz, ofm, officiating. Visitation is Tuesday, May 17, 2022 from 2-5 p.m. EST.

Joseph Clay Turner Jr. was born in Washington, DC on December 10, 1952, to Joseph Turner, Sr. and Fannie Mae Turner. “Joe” was a Spencer High School graduate class of 1971. He continued his education at the University of North Carolina A&T in Greensboro, NC. He was member of the Blue and Gold Marching Band.

He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force with the 644 Radar Squad. He retired from NCR as a Quality Control Engineer. Upon his retirement, he dedicated his time and talents to his church and serving his community.

As a devout Catholic, Joe blessed St. Benedict the Moore Catholic Church with his leadership and guidance. The Men of St. Benedict installed him as president of the Men’s club, where he helped to organize and steer several successful fundraisers for the church. He was a member of the choir and served in many capacities. He was always there when needed. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Bishop Gross Council 1019.

Joe loved working in his yard and his community garden. At harvest, he shared the fruits of his labor with his family and his friends. He was given the title “Pit Master” by his family for his mouth-watering ribs.

Joe knew how to touch the hearts of those he met along his journey. He knew how to clear the path of those who would come after him.

Surviving, yet feeling the loss is his loving wife, Maria Turner; stepchildren, Shajuanna and Michael Brannon; three grandchildren, Jonathan Justo, Kennedi Brannon and Jaylen Neal; two sisters-in law, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Guest Book

The Turner and Brannon family are in my most deepest thoughts and prayers during your time of bereavement. May God be with you. Mr & Mrs.Battle

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My deepest condolences to the family and a very dear classmate of mine. Spencer Class of 1971 , RIP Classmate 💚💛

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Rest in Peace Classmate "71". Condolences to the families. God bless. Zeddie Price Jr and families. 5896

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We were saddened to hear of the passing of your husband. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. May God comfort you, strengthen you and give you peace. Homer and JoAnn Wells

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Our deepest sympathy to the Turner family. Joe was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. The Cole family.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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