"In peace, I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety." (NIV)
A mother's love is forever!
It's with Heartfelt sorrow and great regret that I am informing you that my kind beautiful loving and the most intelligent mother left this world with her spirit and soul to journey with my lord and savior Jesus Christ.
Barbara Ann Turley 83 longtime resident of Three Rivers Ca. temporary resident of Exeter Ca., and Woodlake Ca. passed away unexpectedly, peacefully and without any long-term pain of natural causes on May 24, 2022, in the am. Barbara was born March 26, 1939, in Upstate New York to Andrew Turley and Francis Turley (Hampton). Barbara attended grade, middle, and High school all in New York. Barbara continued and completed her education by graduating from College of the Sequoias with an Associate of Arts Degree Visalia Ca. and Fresno State University Fresno Ca. with a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree. Barbara worked for CASA of Tulare County Ca. as a Specially Appointed Court Advocate. Barbara was promoted and became an executive director for the agency. While in retirement Barbara went back to work for Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks working for the Ranger Division as a seasonal Park Ranger interpreter.
Mom singlehandedly gave birth, unconditionally loved, cared for, raised, taught, coached, mentored, and provided all safe directions for the happiest healthy life her two sons could ask for. Mom was ultimately the happiest being a mom to her two boys and the country living in the mountains with caring, feeding & gathering eggs from the chickens, the horses to ride, the cows to chase, the hay barn to play and hide in, in the middle of the pasture, the three rivers to swim and mountains to climb and explore, that darn old blue J fighting with that old woodpecker, the owl flying out of the palm tree, the red tail hawk landing on the telephone line, the raccoons eating the dog food, the flying bats with radar, and gypsy the golden retriever chasing away the rattlesnakes all at the base of Blossom Peak with the full moon rising high above in the East and the Sun setting far low in the West.
Mom was especially very, very, proud of her three grandchildren which she doted on every chance she had. Mom introduces the grandchildren to the rain stick and they were truly intrigued by this replicated Native American artifact. Mom enjoyed every grandchild event she could attend or that was shared through pictures and videos. My mom would remind me to be thankful and count my blessings. "You have a beautiful family, and you found the one to love".
Mom loved spending time with family, and friends, traveling, and cooking. Eating fine foods prepared by her hand or found in her many travels. Mom was a Master Chef of the homemade refried bean burrito, noodles with red sauce and Italian sausage, cabbage, and pork, and the infamous pineapple upside-down cake. Mom enjoyed walking every day with the opportunity to be in the great outdoors with the wildlife and to bird watch and identify all different types of bird species. Mom loved camping and sightseeing at the beach, tending to her garden, and growing flowers.
Mom kept very busy all her life with her arts and crafts creating many pieces that she offered at her numerous traveling sales. Mom never had a bad word to say about anybody and had so much love, acceptance, and tolerance in her heart for the entire human race. Mom was well read, knowledgeable of current events, and self-taught. Mom kept meticulous notes and documented everything as she continued her studies of her Genealogy tree. Mom was very proud to find after countless hours of research in Genealogy that she had discovered Native American heritage in her DNA. Mom was so excited to let everyone know and always reminded me.
My mom lived second to no man, lived life her way all the way to the end taking a stand on the issues she believed in and representing a voice for those who were unable to speak for themselves. She really could go toe to toe with anybody anywhere any time. My mom was one strong Woman to have lived a happy, healthy, fulfilled life. Mom's true generosity and character reached many others with whom she had lifelong friendships that will always be cherished and greatly appreciated. Mom, you will be extremely missed and never forgotten by family, friends, and your loving sons and family. Mom you always were and will always be my HERO!
Barbara is preceded in death by her father Andrew Turley, mother Francis Hampton, and son P. Turley. May they all continue to rest in peace. Barbara is survived by her son D. Turley, Daughter-in-law S. Turley, grandchildren C. Turley, D. Turley, and A. Turley of Visalia Ca. Brother and sister Richard and Pam of Connecticut. As well as other nieces, nephews, and beloved lifelong friends that my mom truly appreciated their lifelong friendships.
A very special thanks to Mr. Bob Welch for your time, kindness, patience, your words of wisdom, and humor. Your caring loving friendship with my mom was greatly appreciated. You showed an exemplary response, actions, and the skill set to provide my mom the care and comfort in her last breath. Thank you!.
The family request if you would like in lieu of flowers that monetary donation may be made to Science Care or any Charity of your choice in her name. At my mom's request, there will be no formal service. Memorial Tributes and Condolences may be offered by logging on to www.miller funeral chapel
Thank you, mom!Thank you for life! I love you!
With all my love!
Your loving sons
TTT-D TTT-P
ALWAYS REMEMBERED NEVER FORGOTTEN!!
Psalm 139: 7-12, 23-24
"If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast." (NIV)
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.millerchapel.com for the TURLEY family.
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