Fred Harrison Turner, Jr., age 74, passed from Grace to Glory on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. Fred was born in Knoxville, TN, and was a graduate of Fulton High School. He was a lifelong member of Arlington Baptist Church and accepted Christ as his Savior at a young age. Fred worked for the Knoxville News Sentinel for 36 years where he was a valuable and loyal employee in the Advertising Dept. Fred enjoyed Major League Baseball and was an avid fan of the San Francisco Giants. He could quote from memory the personal history and statistics of Giants players both past and present.
Fred was preceded in death by his father, Fred H. Turner, Sr., and sister, Connie Sue Turner Underwood. He is survived by his mother, Betty L. Turner and brother, Martin Turner (Marilyn). Other survivors include nephews and nieces, Brant Underwood (Erika), Nikki Snowman (Seth), Buck Turner (Josette Lawson), Mitchell Turner (Danielle), several great nephews and nieces and special Uncle and Aunt, Jim and Patty Davis.
A special heartfelt thank you to all who took care of Fred during his time at NHC Holston Health and Rehabilitation Center.
A call of convenience is scheduled for Wednesday, March 22nd from 10am - 6pm at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home. A private graveside service and interment will be held at Lynnhurst Cemetery where Fred will be laid to rest, with the Rev. John Lovelace officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Concord Christian School. Designate "baseball program" on the check memo line. Mailing address, 11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berrylynnhurst.com for the Turner family.
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