John Richard Turner Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Richard Turner (Morristown, Tennessee), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 31, 2025 at the age of 75. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Brenda Turner; his parents, Ralph Turner and Iva Turner; and his brother Allen Turner. He is survived by: his children, Jennifer Winstead (Terry) and Richard Turner (Christy); his grandchildren, Taylor Turner (Kris), Tyler, Kyndel, Hannah and Emma Winstead; his siblings, Patsy Robeson, Mary Jane Collins, Robert Turner and Ruth Deyton; his nieces, Melody (Nathan), DuBois and Whitney Carpenter; and his close friend Tristan Sturgill. He is also survived by other family members and friends.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, November 4th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Central Baptist Church (1100 Central Church Rd, Morristown, TN 37814). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, November 4th 2025 at 7:00 PM and on Wednesday, November 5th 2025 at 11:00 AM.