CHELSA TURNER, 85 of Hoys Fork Rd in Irvine passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at his home following a long illness surrounded by his loved ones. Chelsa was born June 17, 1934 to John and Florence Turner.
Chelsa was a retired Second Class Petty Officer in the Navy. He enjoyed being with his family; watching the humming birds outside his window and spending time with his beloved dogs.
Chelsa is survived by his children: Sally Hickman spouse Doug (Oregon), Chelsea Ray Turner spouse Michelle (Oregon), Teresa Eller (Michigan), John Lee Turner spouse Margaret (Virginia), Margaret Rude spouse Mike (Virginia), and Sheila Hatchell spouse Glenn (Virginia). 15 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, his brothers: Joseph, Andy, and Raymond Turner and sister Pauline Riddell as well as his favorite nephew Marion Riddell.
A very special thank you to all the people that have helped cared for Chelsa. Ms. Brenda and Misty from the VA. Ms Dana and Stephanie from Hospice. Kiersten Tuttle for shaving his face and Helen Hall for cutting his hair.
Services will be held at Lewis & Abner Funeral Home, 224 Main St. Irvine, Ky on Tuesday Oct. 22, 2019 at 11:00am with the burial at Pea Ridge Holliness Church Cemetery.