Service Details
A celebration of Grace’s life will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home at 10:00 am with Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby, Sr. officiating. Interment will take place in Graceland Cemetery. A memorial luncheon will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 8:00 – 10:00 am.
Racine – Grace Mae Turner, age 97, left this life to join her Savior Jesus Christ and beloved husband, George, on September 5, 2021. She was born on March 9, 1924, in Blue Mountain, Mississippi, the daughter of Sam and Annie Rogers. Grace was united in marriage to George L. Turner on May 10, 1947. She was the devoted mother of her three children, Charles (Joanne), Beverly James (Franc) and Dwight (Pamela).
When her children grew older Grace worked at St. Mary’s Hospital. Later on, she was a custodial worker at Acme Die Casting. When she wasn’t working Grace loved to sew. She also loved to cook, especially during the holidays when you could find her baking pies and cakes to accompany turkey, ham or chicken, along with rolls, mashed potatoes, gravy and several vegetables.
Grace was also an active member of the St. Paul MBC where she served on several church committees and clubs, and regularly attended church services until her health started to decline.
Grace was preceded in death by her parents, husband George, sisters Elizabeth Knox, Mary Brown, Natalie Evans and brothers George, Sammie, Paul and Amos.
Grace is survived by her children, daughters-in-law, son-in-law and sisters, Effie Bonner and Verlene Walls-Penn. She is also survived by her granddaughters Nicole Egerson, Jessica, Erika and Alexa Turner; grandsons Dwight Jr., Maurice, and Erik James; great granddaughter Ivy; great grandsons Payton, Jaydon, Braydon and Harrison; and other relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention.
Grace will be greatly missed by family and friends alike.
Our family would like to thank all of the staff at Ridgewood Care Center, and Agrace Hospice Care, for their loving care of Grace.
A celebration of Grace’s life will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home at 10:00 am with Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby, Sr. officiating. Interment will take place in Graceland Cemetery. A memorial luncheon will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 8:00 – 10:00 am.
Aletha Kimmons Slaughter says
So sorry for your loss.
She was a beautiful person inside and out.
Reverend David R. Green/Gregg Chapel says
To be absent from the body is to b present with the Lord. The pastor and members of Gregg Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church extend our heartfelt sympathy to the Turner family. Your mother’s preparation on this side, made her transition complete where she can be at home for a glorious eternity with the Lord. We uplift the Turner/Rogers family in prayer.
April Dyess says
My condolences to the Turner family. May you find love, strength, healing and peace during this difficult time
Beatrice Cook says
So sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful lady.. Beatrice Cook and the Lottie cook family. Granddaughter of Lillie Hill, mama Annie’s sister.
Walter & Vallie Rogers says
Our condolences to the Turner and Rogers family. Grace was a beautiful and warm person who will be truly missed.
Nicole Egerson says
Grandma, you were not just my grandmother, not just a parent that would discipline me, you were also my friend to talk to, and give me advice, and stay up late and tell me stories about your life. All of those late nights where we would stay up late and just talk. Your smile and your laugh, and everything you taught me, will always be with me. I love you sooo much, and I will always carry you in my heart forever.
Your granddaughter,
Nicole
The Evans Family says
So sorry for your loss. You have our condolences and our prayers. May your fond memories and thoughts sustain you and uplift you during your time of bereavement. May the beauty of your mom’s smile continue to brighten your days, bring you joy, and lift your hearts.
Beverly James says
Mom, thank-u so much for always being there for me. U’ve got your heavenly wings now and I’m sure u will be flying high with that beautiful smile.!! U were the best Mom anyone could hope for. REST IN PEACE MOM……YOUR JOURNEY WAS LONG AND YOUR WORK IS DONE. YOUR DAUGHTER, BEVERLY
Cherri Barker-Chambliss says
My condolences to the Turner & James’s families. May peace be with you.
Charles and Glorious Hicks says
Charles and Glorious:
What a beautiful Woman!
Our condolences to the Family. May God bless and keep you in His care.
Diana Dearring, Long Beach, CA says
To the Turner Family,
I am saddened to hear about the passing of your dear mother. You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless and comfort you during your time of grief.