John R. Turner, 82 of Danville, formerly of Paxton passed away at 1:30 p.m. Monday, October 5, 2020, at his home surrounded by family.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 9, 2020, at Baier Family Funeral Services, 406 E Pells Street, Paxton with Rev. Adam Harmon officiating. Burial will follow in Glen Cemetery, Paxton.

Visitation will be one hour before the funeral service from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home.

John was born November 27, 1937 in Paxton the son of Harry and Hazel Mullins Turner. He married Delores Mott on October 19, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky. She survives.

Along with his loving wife, Dee, he is survived by two daughters Pam Schwarz of Chicago, Tina Stout of Danville, his twin sons Mark Turner of Rantoul and Marvin Turner of Danville; 9 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren; a sister Patricia Tipsord of Paxton and a brother Larry (Sandy) Turner of Colorado.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Mary Lou Turner and Phyllis Turner and a brother Alan Turner.

John served in the United States Army Reserve for eight years. He retired from Stevens Printing of Paxton and the University of Illinois. During his time at Uni High School, the students always enjoyed his pranks.

He was an avid bowler in his earlier years. In his retirement, he enjoyed puzzles and working in his yard. John truly loved his family and the Lord. He was a member of the Federated Church in Paxton but after moving to Danville ten years ago, he and Delores attended the Central Christian Church in Danville.

Memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice. Please share your memories and condolences with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com.