David Russell Turner Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of David Russell Turner of Odessa, Texas, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 3, 2026 at the age of 59. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Russell Turner to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Billy Ray Turner and Theada Ruth Turner; and his nephew Brett Turner. He is survived by: his wife Jami Turner; his children, Alexandra Golden (Houston) of Odessa, Emily Callendar (Brandon) of Odessa and Miles Turner (Tory Abshire) of Fort Worth, Texas; his grandchildren, Myleigh, Austin Golden, Theodore and Poppy Callendar; and his siblings, Beth Libson (David) of Odessa, Texas and Tommy Turner (Lin) of Midland, Texas. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces.
David also guided the city through the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made in David's honor to the Odessa Police Department and Odessa Fire Rescue, organizations he deeply respected and supported throughout his life and service to the community.
