John Richard Turner (JT), 81, of McPherson, Kansas, and formerly of Glendale, Arizona, passed away peacefully at noon on July 16, 2025, with his loving wife by his side.
John was born on January 1, 1944, in Wichita, Kansas, the second son of Elbert S. and June F. (LaMar) Turner. John grew up in Alden, Hutchinson, and McPherson, Kansas where he graduated from McPherson High School, Class of 1962. John graduated as Safety Club President. On August 23, 1985, John was united in marriage to Sandy Bergman in Phoenix, Arizona.
John retired from the automotive industry after 43 years and continued working another seven years at both Home Depot in Phoenix, AZ and Lowes in Kansas City, MO.
He is survived by his older brother, Gary (Susie) Turner of Shawnee Mission, KS; his loving wife of nearly 40 years, Sandy Turner of the home; his children, Terri (Mike) Lacy of McPherson, KS, John W. Turner of Oklahoma, and Jim (Diane) Turner of Noblesville, IN; his four grandchildren, Shelby (Christopher) Neilson of Manhattan, KS, who are expecting a baby in August; Jenna (Blake) Bowman of Manhattan, KS, and their children, Bennett and Avery; and Ashlynn Turner and Adyson Turner, both of Noblesville, IN; and many extended relatives.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert Turner and June Turner-Frick; brother, Phillip D. Turner; and son-in-law, Marty Crampton.
John will be laid to rest in McPherson Cemetery with a graveside service at a future date to be announced.
Memorial donations are suggested to Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.
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