Edward Turner, Jr. Obituary

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Celebrating the life of

Sunrise Sunset

August 15, 1947 January 29, 20

Edward Turner Jr.Friday, February 5, 2016

Visitation: 9:00am Masonic Service: 10:00am Celebration of Life: 11

New Prospect Church1580 Summit Rd

Cincinnati, OH 45237

Pastor Damon Lynch IIIOfficiating


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Order of Service

Parting View The Family

Prayer Pastor Damon Lynch III

Scripture Pastor Damon Lynch III

Selection New Prospect Choir

Acknowledgements Melvena Harris

Remarks (2 mins)

Obituary To Be Read Silently

Selection Jeannetta Jamison

Eulogy Pastor Damon Lynch III

Benediction Pastor Damon Lynch III

Recessional Pastor Damon Lynch III

Interment

Walnut Hills Cemetery

Repass Immediately Following Interment

The Forum Banquet Hall

1364 Springlawn Ave. Cincinnati, Ohio 45223


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Children Loving Tribute

If we could write a story

it would be the greatest ever told

of a kind and loving fatherwho had a heart of gold.

We could write a million pages

but still be unable to say,

just how much we love

and miss you every single day

We will treasure all our time together.

Were hurt but wont be alone

because youll always be in our hearts

and youll always be our own.

Love, Your children


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Obituary

Edward Turner Jr was bornAugust 15, 1947 to the late EthelMae Smoot & Edmond Turner.

Edward Turner Jr attendedCincinnati Public SchoolSystem, graduating from

Hughes High School in 1966. Hejoined the Marines & furtheredhis education at Pasadena CityCollege in California,

graduating with a major inBusiness Administration.

Edward devoted 27 years of hislife as an Cincinnati FireFighter starting in 1975. A very

intelligent man, he held various

instructor certifications andwas promoted to the rank ofLieutenant in 1989. Edwardwent on to the training bureauto further build his legacy beinga recruiter for the CFD and

instrumental in hiringhundreds of firefighters whom

many have personal testimoniesabout the process and are stillon the CFD to this day.

Edward found his life calling

in 1980 when racial tensionsmounted in the firehouses

across the city and as a meetingplace to vent on Wednesdays at

the Evanston Communitycenter with fellow AfricanAmerican firefighters was bornthe "Watchmen". The Watchmenlater changed names to the

"Cincinnati Black Firefighters

Association" which is now

known as the "CincinnatiAfrican American Firefighters

Association" (CAFA) Edwardwas elected President in 1981

and held that position until hestepped down in 1997, duringthat time he single handedly

helped change the culture of theCFD in fighting for diversity

and equal rights for everyone!

During his tenure as CAFAPresident he was instrumental

in joining the InternationalAssociation of Black

Professional Firefighters(IABPFF) he served in manycapacities reaching the rank of

Regional Director of the NorthCentral Region (NCR) He wasproud to serve his communityand "Village". The mantra helived his life by was "Being

involved personally" and hestuck to that even after retiring

from the CFD in 2002 he wasinstrumental in the IABPFFand CAFA in recruitment,promotion and retention ofminority firefighters and

anyone seeking advice / help tojoin the fire service.

Edward was key in starting the

Martin Luther King Jr. annualmarch in which CAFA has lead

since its inception, he also waskey in starting the Annual

Martin Luther King Jr. CAFAand Sentinels Scholarshipdinner.

Forever the champion of the

community he always helpedgive to those in need.

Edward was a father unlike

none, he was strong, dedicatedand devoted to his children no

matter what the situation,

gleam in his eye were for ththat affectionally called him

dad, pops, paw paw and thgoes on.

Edward Turner Jr. was aDeacon of the Blue HousePride of Solomon House #6

He also belonged to the Ro

Arch Mason Prince WhitChapter #1

Edward won his battle wi

cancer accepting eternal lifJanuary 29, 2016. As he qu

he was at peace and he wasafraid.

He is preceded in death by beloved wife Gwendolyn An

Smith-Turner, mother EtheMae Smoot. Sisters: Lois

Whitman (Gregory still herwith us), Sylvia (Punkin)DRegina Smoot. brother Eric

Turner, nephew Gregory (T

Whitman.

He leaves to cherish his

memory: His 7 children,Terrence, Sean, Kenyatta, Kenyon, Kenya, Kenesha. well as many others whom

affectionately called him dHis 10 grandchildren: BranJulian, Kenyon Jr., Keaton

Mckenzie, Alexander,Breyanna, Kennedy, KeylaKimora.

He also leaves 4 Sisters tocherish his memories: Earle

(Ray) Eely, Marian, Penny(Shawn) Morris, Maxine. 2Brothers Pierre, Desmond.

A host of nieces, nephews,cousins, in-laws, relatives a

friends.


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Edward Turner Jr.

I am the resurrection and the life: He that believeth inthough he were dead, yet shall live: And whosoever l

and believeth in me shall have everlastingJohn 11:25


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I'm FreeI'm following the path God laid for me.I took his hand when I heard his call,

I turned my back and left it all.I could not stay another day,

To laugh, to love, to work, to play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,

I've found that peace at the end of the day.If my parting has left a void,

Then fill it with remembered joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,Ah, yes, these things too I will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow,I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.My Life's been full, I savored much,

Good friends, good times, a loved one' touch.Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,

Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.Lift up your heart and share with me,God wanted me now, He set me free.


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Pallbearers

Ronald Turner Ronald Turner (Ronnie)

Toney Turner Maurice Turner

Ralph Turner Germaine Whitman

Geno Whitman Harold Wright

Honorary Pallbearers

Derrick Douglas Johnny Brewington Jeff Harris

Robert Wright Gregory Whitman

Firefighters PrayerWhen I am called to duty, God, wherever flames may ragegive me strength to save a life, whatever be its age.Help me embrace a little child before it is too late,or save an older person from the horror of that fate.Enable me to be alert, and hear the weakest shout,quickly and efficiently to put the fire out.I want to fill my calling, to give the best in me,

to guard my friend and neighbor, and protect his propertAnd if according to Your will I must answer death's call,bless with your protecting hand, my family one and all.

In Appreciation

We the family would like to extend our sincere appreciation to you all for your

kind thoughts of sympathy & expressions of love & support during our time ofbereavement. If we did not acknowledge or thank anyone please pardon ouroversight and accept our belated acknowledgement and our most heartfelt

Thank You.

Funeral Arrangements Entrusted to:Walker Funeral Home

1025 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206

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