James Michael Turner Obituary

We announce the death of James Michael Turner of Fort Wayne, Indiana, who passed away on June 15, 2026, at the age of 81. James Michael will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Michael Turner to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmira P. Turner and James H. Turner; and his brothers, Bruce Turner and Charles Turner. He is survived by: his children, Richard Turner (Monica) and Laura Turner-Ziko (Tony); his grandchildren, Casey Schroeder, Keirsten Lulling (Andrew), Gabrielle Perrington (Michael), Benjamin Turner, Jessica Coyle (Hunter), Nicholas Turner, Aaron Peters (Bailey) and Giavanna Ziko; and his great grandchildren, Dean, Liam Perrington, Jameson, Maverick and Emersyn Peters.

Therefore, the family requests donations be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, as Jim was a lifelong supporter of that charity.