Joseph Eugene Turnage Obituary
The memory of Joseph Eugene Turnage of Kinston, North Carolina, who passed away on March 25, 2026 at the age of 91, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph Eugene Turnage to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Joseph's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman Turnage and Callie Turnage; and his brother Samuel Lee Turnage. He is survived by: his wife Vernita J. Turnage; his children, Mystie Turnage of Kinston and Kendall Turnage (Kathy) of Wilmington; his grandchildren, Emma Turnage Sawtell (Olivia) of Greenville and Ellis Turnage; and his caregivers, Saundra Robinson and Linda Kilpatrick.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gordon Street Christian Church, 118 E. Gordon Street, Kinston, 28501.
