Fred Cecil Turner, 87 of West Branch, MI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Jan. 23, 2025..
He was born in Paris, TN on Dec. 14, 1937. He lived and worked in Livonia, MI before retiring to West Branch in 2000. He was a proud Veteran of the Vietnam war serving as a Green Beret Special Forces Paratrooper.
He was a member of Churchill United Methodist Church and lifetime member of Findlater Masonic lodge. He enjoyed being with his family, hunting, fishing and later in life enjoyed watching the birds, wildlife and the river flowing by.
He was active in many woodcarving associations and proudly carved and presented Eagle head canes to fellow veterans. He enjoyed the Ogemaw County Fair, especially interacting with people at the Veteran’s Museum.
He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Sonja, son Al (known to many as Wink), daughter Karen Gosdzinski (Keith), grandson David Gosdzinski (Lica), granddaughter Megan DeVore (Jake), brother Frank Turner and many other loving relatives.
He was predeceased by father Jesse, mother Dorothy, sister Jean Holmes.
A Memorial Service will be held at Churchill United Methodist Church, at 11;00 AM on February 1, 2025.
In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to Churchill United Methodist Church or your local Veterans Services.
The family would like to thank Compassus Hospice and Cornerstone Caregiving for their care and compassion.