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Obituary For Deacon Jesse G. Turner
Deacon Jesse G. Turner, 72, of Martinsville, VA departed this life peacefully at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. Born in Martinsville, VA on September 1, 1953, to the late Jesse Ben Turner and Geneva Williamson Turner.
He was preceded in death by five sisters, Mary Williamson, Hazel Beal, Georgie Penn, Elease Breedlove, and Lou Manns; and four brothers, Moses Turner, John Turner, Bill Junior Williamson, and Tommy Williamson
Deacon Turner was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church where he served as the Chairman of the Deacon Board, the Men's Chorus, the Pilgrim Traveler's, a member of Sunday School, and homecoming Ministry. He also was a member of the Smith River Baptist Association's Deacon Ministry.
Deacon Turner was a 1972 graduate of Martinsville High School, and he retired from Lester Home Center with more than 20 years of service.
Above all, Deacon Turner loved his family and leaves behind a legacy of love, faith and resilience through his three sisters, Thelma King, Margaret Hughes and Nannie Turner all of Martinsville, VA; two brothers, Clearence Williamson of Bassett, VA, and Willie Turner of Martinsville, VA; nephew/caregiver, Alfred Turner of Martinsville, VA; life time friend Junior Carter, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. with the funeral service at 12 noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville with Dr. Eric Hairston, Eulogist. Interment will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 869 Parkway Dr., Martinsville.
The family will receive friends at Hairston Funeral Home on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Beginning Wednesday, May 6, 2026, the family will began receiving friends at the home of his sister, Nannie Turner, 400 Third St., Martinsville. Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.
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Add A CondolenceIt has been a while since I last saw Jessie personally and the day before I heard the news I had asked my brother if he ever saw Jessie since he doesn't live far from him. I had planned to stop by to say hello and was shocked to hear the news. I will always cherish the memory of the many laughs we shared together through the years. He was a very special friend. With my deepest sympathy. Zelma Flood.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Turner family. Deacon Turner you were a kind spirit and your mentorship will always be cherished.
Peter Brooks Harris
Sending prayers, hugs and condolences to Jessie's family Jessie was a lifelong friend, classmate and a great part of my church family at Pilgrim. He will be missed.
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Condolences on the loss of Deacon Jesse G. Turner. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Sincerely, Carlissa Brooks-Ashley
Our love and deepest sympathy to the entire Turner family. Deacon Turner was a true man of God,when he spoke you listened. We will miss his prayers and quiet presence. He was a friend that I will always cherish his memory.
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Praying God's peace surrounds your Family during this time of loss. Dea. Turner served faithfully, and his life was a blessing to our church family. We are holding you in prayer 🙏🏽 ❤️ The Penn, Adams, Hairston and Bowles Family
The entire Turner family will continually be in my prayers and thoughts. Deacon Jesse was quiet and spirit filled man. His smile could light up any dark place. He will truly be missed. May God keep you all in perfect peace. Lovingly submitted, Sis. Cheryl and Bro. Johnny Wilson
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
