Ronald L. Turner, 75, of Mingo Junction, Ohio died Friday, September 2, 2011at Trinity West. He was born February 22, 1936 in Steubenville, Ohio a son of the late Roy Turner and Doris Maple. Ronald retired from Weirton Steel after 30 years of service. He worked as Constable for Cross Creek Township for several years and was the longest serving chief deputy of the Jefferson County Sheriff Department. Ronald was preceded in death by his wife Doreen V. (Talbott) Turner on October 11, 2007; two brothers Robert and Roy Turner and a sister Vivian Morris. Surviving are his sons Robert “Bob” (Kim) Turner of Wintersville, OH, Mark (Carla) Turner of Mingo Junction, OH and Ronald L. (Brandi) Turner, Jr. of Mingo Junction, OH; daughter Doreen Kaye Turner of Wintersville, OH; eight grandchildren Joey, Shane, Brooke, Linzy, Bron, Forrest, Brittany & Gage; brother Roger Turner of Wintersville, OH and sister Deloris Watkins of Largo, FL. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville on Monday 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 p.m. where a service will be held Tuesday 10 a.m. with Rev. P. Douglas George officiating. Burial at Union Cemetery.
09/03/2024
vickie thomaselli
Doreen and entire Turner family, You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your memories of your dad.....He was so funny! love ya Doreen...Vickie
09/03/2024
Joe lamantia
I was a 19 year old kid when I began my career at the Sheriff's Office. Chief Turner took me under his wing and looked out for me and for the next 19 years He and Doreen treated me like one of their own Son's. I appreciate everything you did for me Chief. You and Doreen have always been Family to me and I Love You Both!!! Rest in Peace and know that you had a positive influence on many Lives, including mine. Joe lamantia Sergeant, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
09/03/2024
Jerry Krupinski
Ron was instrumental in launching what turned out to be my career in public service. He led by example preferring to avoid the spotlight. My good fortune was to have crossed paths with him in the 1970�s. I join his family and friends in mourning the loss of this outstanding human being. May he rest in peace, and may all be granted the wisdom and strength to celebrate his life.
09/03/2024
Sandra Paris
Bob and family, I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I will be out of town for the week and will be unable to come to visitation. Your dad was a good man and I know he will be missed by everyone that knew him. My condolences to you and your family. Sandy
09/03/2024
Dave Higgins
To the Turner Family, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Chief Turner. My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Dave Higgins
09/03/2024
Cathy Nightingale
Turner Family, So sorry to hear of your father's passing.My younger years when i spent time w/Sis he always treated me kindly and made me feel like family.God be w/you all @ this time.Cathy,Tom and Hayley Nightingale
09/03/2024
Rich & Rose Angelica
Dear Mark and family; We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great guy, and will be missed. With our deepest sympathy. Love; Rich & Rose
09/03/2024
Mary Kaye Potenzini
Please accept me and Boze's deepest sympathy. We are out of town and unable to pay our respect for your father. We both will always have fond memories of him. Always know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Mary Kaye
09/03/2024
RUTH ANN COOK PERINE
WHERE DO I START? CHIEF, YOU HAVE BEEN THERE FOR MY FAMILY AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER. YOU WERE A BROTHER TO MY DAD, JIMMY, AND PICKED HIM UP WHEN HE NEEDED IT, YOU WERE A FRIEND TO MY MOTHER, BETTY, AND YOU WERE A FATHER FIGURE TO MYSELF, JIMMY, JOYCE, AND MY BELOVED BABY BROTHER, JOHN. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR EVERYONE OF US NO MATTER IF WAS TO JOIN IN OUR JOY OR SADNESS. YOU THOUGHT NOTHING OF SNATCHING MYSELF OR ONE MY SIBLINGS UP IF WE WERE MESSING UP. YOU, DOREEN, AND YOUR FAMILY WERE OUR FAMILY. HOW MANY TIMES DID YOU CATCH ME SOMEWHERE I WASN'T SUPPOSE TO BE WHEN YOU WERE THE CROSS CREEK TOWNSHIP CHIEF OF POLICE? YOU COULD OF CARED LESS WHO I WAS WITH OR WHO WAS THERE WITNESSING THE A** CHEWING AND SENDING MY BUTT HOME. I ALWAYS WAITED FOR THE RATH OF MY DAD, BUT, YOU NEVER TOLD. YOU JUST HANDLED IT YOURSELF...AND BY GOD, WHEN I SAW YOU COMING I KNEW YOU WAS NOT GOING TO PLAY. SOMETIMES I THOUGHT I WOULD HAVE BEEN BETTER OFF IF MY DAD CAUGHT ME INSTEAD OF YOU...LOL CHIEF, I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT WE ALL BECAME A BETTER PERSON BECAUSE OF YOU. YOU ALWAYS EMBRACED MY BROTHER, JOHN, NO MATTER WHAT TROUBLE HE GOT HIMSELF INTO. YOU TRIED AND TRIED AND TRIED TO REACH OUT TO HIM AND HELP GUIDE HIM THROUGH HIS MISERY. YOU WOULD JERK HIM UP AND WRAP YOUR ARMS AROUND HIM AT THE SAME TIME AND TRIED TO HELP HIM BECOME A STRONGER PERSON. FOR SEVEN YEARS YOU HAD HIM ON THE RIGHT TRACK, BUT, IN THE END, WE ALL LOST HIM BECAUSE HE LOST HIS SOUL. CHIEF, I LOVE YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. YOU MADE ME A STRONG PERSON, AND I THANK YOU. I THANK YOU FROM MY ENTIRE FAMILY FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE. I WILL MISS YOUR BARK...LOL, I WILL MISS YOUR LAUGHTER, I WILL MISS YOUR STORIES OF ALL YOUR FAMILY TRIPS, AND I WILL MISS YOUR GUIDANCE. ONE LAST THING, THANK YOU FOR PUTTING A NEW FLAG ON MY DAD'S GRAVE EVERY MONTH WHETHER IT NEEDED ONE OR NOT, AND YOU BETTER BELIEVE I WILL RETURN THE GESTURE BY SHINING Y
09/03/2024
Rita Kelley
Mark, Carla, and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. Tim, Rita, & T.J. Kelley
09/03/2024
Cassi Miles
Ronny & Mark and the entire Turner family, I'm saddened to her of Chief Turner's passing. He was such an influence on so many of us. He'll be missed by many who have such fond memories of him. He was so good at giving "the look" that could scare the poop out of you even though you knew you did nothing wrong. And just as quick with a smile and a pleasant greeting or joke. God Bless you all during this time of deep sorrow and grief. With love, Cass
09/03/2024
Carolyn from Dollar General
Bron, Sending my sympathy to you on the loss of your dear grandfather. I will miss seeing him in the store - he was always such a gentleman.
09/03/2024
Tracey Williamson Polonchan
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It is so hard to lose a Father & a Friend! My prayers are with your family.
09/03/2024
Renate and John Forster
Dear Bob, Doreen, Mark, Ronald and families, So very sorry to hear of the loss with the death of your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Love and Prayers, Renate and John Forster
09/03/2024
Sondra Hyde
Doreen , I was so sorry to hear of you losing your Dad. I didn't know him but have always heard such good things about him. I was a friend of your Mom in school and it is so sad for you to lose such good parents so soon. My prayers are with you and your family. Your Neighbor, Sondra (Sonnie) Hyde
09/03/2024
Captain John & Robbie Young
To the Turner family,I'm sorry for your loss. Chief Turner was a man of Honor and I was proud to have know him.
09/03/2024
Drew Powley
Sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Michelle Groninger
Turner family: I am sorry to hear of your loss. I was out of town and unable to attend visitation, but I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
09/03/2024
Teresa Turner
Dear Cousins, I am so sorry for your loss. Having also lost both of my parents with the recent passing of my mom, I understand how hard this must be for each of you. Your father will be missed by many. I am sorry I could not make it over there for the funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sending you love and support. -Teresa
09/03/2024
Annette Orsini
I was very sorry to hear about your Dad. My heart goes out to you and your family.
09/03/2024
Melly
Dear Uncle Ronnie, Sitting here thinking about the time u didn't know it was me and pulled me over one night,,,haha! You said "Oh honey it's YOU",,lol"Get home soon as u can its late and dark and ur alone ect" And i was prob about 25 @ that time.}I'm also thinking about talking to u @ Big Lots recently....sigh,,,,least now u and Aunt Doreen r together again,that makes me feel sooo much better.May You Rest In Peace,,, and Kiss Auntie Doreen 4 me 🙁 Sissy, IF u see this and need me or any of us call us!!!! stop being such a stranger! Come out and make cookies w/ me this xmas? lol,,my moms 2 busy. Love u guys!!! Neice Melissa aka Mitsy as Aun.Ronnie called me,,lol
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