Jerry Turpin Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jerry Turpin of Eldorado, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 17, 2026 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leon Turpin and Gladys Turpin; his sons, Guy Turpin and Jeff Turpin; his siblings, Frank Turpin, Christine Bramstedt, Bob Turpin and Joann Stroud; and his grandson Robert Turpin.

He is survived by: his wife Kerin Jane Turpin; his sister Mary Turpin; his daughter Lee Ann McDaniel; and his grandchildren, Joshua Turpin (Jenny), Maranda Dodgson (Jeff), Karen Schmittler (Tim), Dawn Limon (Anthony), Allen Comstock, Sarah Goldman (Robinson), Jessica Adams (Ron) and Jon Turpin (Shana). He is also survived by 20 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gospel Chariot Missions at https://gospelchariotmissions.squarespace.com and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family via the website http://www.colonialterracefuneralhome.com.