Robert J. Turner, 87, of Warren, Pa, died on Friday November 8, 2024, at UPMC Hamot Hospital, Erie, PA, after an extended illness.
He was born on December 8, 1936, in Clarksville, Pa, the son of the late Gerald J. and Hildred Dorothy Scott Turner. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Shirley Largent and Garaldine Adamson. Bob was a Warren area resident from 1973 to 2001, moving to Erie, Pa, and back to Warren in 2013. He was a 1954 graduate of Jefferson Morgan High School and a 1959 graduate of Grove City College where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Engineering. He was employed with Penelec as an engineer for 35 years, retiring in 1994. Bob was a member of First Salem United Methodist Church. Bob was an enthusiastic Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan as well as having a love of his most precious gift, his family. Bob enjoyed golf, bowling, and camping in his spare time. He was the original do-it-yourselfer. Bob was affectionately known to many as Papa Bob.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Jean Reesman Turner, whom he married November 16, 1957 in Clarksville, Pa; 5 children, Darla Heckathorn (Rick; deceased), Kim Hackney (Dick Lauffenberger), Donna Tomasone (James), Timothy Turner (Karen), and Brenda Toter (Michael) all of Warren; 8 grandchildren, Matt Johnson, Mandy Proper, Jammie Tomasone Clark, Alicia Peterson Smith, Christopher Tomasone, Nicholas Bailey, Kyle Turner, and Jared Toter; 1 sister Sara Reesman of Jefferson, PA. as well as several great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, step grand children in addition to several nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. Warren, Pa.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through, Grove City College, giving@gcc.edu, or call 1-866-386-3422; the American Cancer Society, www.donate.cancer.org; or Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St. Warren Pa, 16365, pets@pawsalongtheriver.org. Email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., has been entrusted with the final arrangements.
I love you dad. I have been so ever blessed to have had the best father a daughter could ever ask for. I will miss your smile and your kind heart and you truly were a one of a kind gentleman, father and husband. Thank you for all you’ve taught me and for always just being you. You will forever be in our hearts. I love you and will miss you so much. Thank you and I will always love you!
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, he truly was a great guy and will be missed. Know you are in Linda’s and my thoughts.
Bronco & I send our deepest sympathy to you, Jean&your family. We loved when we could get together & sit & talk. Bob was a wonderful man & we will miss him. We send our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Bronco & Karen Toter
SENDING OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS TO JEAN & FAMILY . WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER BOB AND THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD AT OUR ” FAMILY GET TOGETHERS ” BOB WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND A GREAT FAMILY MAN . OUR CONDOLENCES TO ALL .
Most people say they have the best Dad; I truly did! My Dad was and always will be my hero. I love you so much Dad and I truly will miss you more than anyone will ever know. You loved me for me and stood up for me. I will forever be grateful to you for always being there. Until we meet again Dad. I will keep you alive in our minds and hearts.
Good night Dad! I miss you and just want to say how much you are missed even though it’s only been a few days. You were the rock of our family and I know you are missed soooo….much. Please know we will be alright and want you to know that you can rest now and be pain free. I love you dad and you will forever hold a special place in my heart.
My sympathy in this time of sorrow. I met Bob during my husband’s employment with Penelec. Always friendly. May God console Jean and family in his departure.
Our condolences to the Turner family in the loss of your husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather. We both had the pleasure of working with Bob at Penelec for several years. He was always so helpful and so kind. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna and family my sincerest condolences for the loss of your father!!! I did not know him but heaven got another angel!!! In my prayers
Tm and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of all of you. Sending love and prayers.
Dear Friends, I was so saddened to learn of Bob’s passing. For many fond years of my growing up, he was like a second Dad to me, just as Jean was a second Mom. Bob was one of the kindest men I’ve ever known. He was always there to lend an ear, a hand, or whatever you needed. He always treated me as if I was his own. I will forever consider all of you my extended family. My deepest sympathy to every one of you. Hold on to your happy memories, and they will help get you through this difficult time. Sending many prayers, and a big hug to each of you!