James H. Turner Sr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James H. Turner Sr. of Modesto, Illinois, who passed away on November 30, 2025, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry James' memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May James' journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Leo T. Turner and Helen M. Johnson Turner; his mother-in-law Carla Jeanne Hays; his children, James Turner Jr. (Bobbie) of Florida and Lori Turner of Morton; his sister Judy Matthews of Jacksonville; and his nephew Joel Hays (Kelly) of Modesto.
Visitation was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Stults - Neece Funeral Home (201 N Main St, Palmyra, IL 62674). A memorial service was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.