Richard William Turner

Rich was born on October 12, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the late Robert Laird Turner and Virginia May Lindemon Turner. He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Joyce Barratt Turner, his children Rodger Turner (wife Timberly), Angela Souther (husband Marco), Robert Turner, and Teresa Turner. He is also survived by his sister, Judith McGrath (husband Scott), six beautiful grandchildren, and his mother-in-law, Marjory Barratt.

Rich joined the US Navy in 1966, and while advancing through the enlisted ranks Rich became a Chief Warrant Officer then a Limited Duty Officer, retiring as a Lieutenant Commander after proudly serving over 27 years on active duty. He was awarded numerous military awards to include: Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal with Gold Star; Meritorious Unit Commendation with Bronze Star; Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation; Navy Expeditionary Medal; Navy Good Conduct Medal (2nd award); Battle ‘E’ Award Ribbon (3rd Award); National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star; Southwest Asia Service Medal with Bronze Star; Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with Bronze Star; and the Kuwait Liberation Medal.

After retiring from the US Navy, Rich went on to retire from Lockheed Martin, having worked in programs and business development.

Rich was an amazing, wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to the Wildomar VFW, 21180 Waite Street, Wildomar, Ca 92595, in memory of Rich and for his love of his ‘Shipmates’.

Private services are scheduled with full military honors.

Interment will be in Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.miller-jones.com