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Obituary for TURNER


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday June 24, 2008

William "Billy" Glen Turner, 72, of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2008 at his residence. He is survived by his children, Joni Ryan and husband Michael of Marysville, PA, Rodger Turner and wife Freda of Santa Fe, Daniel Turner of Albuquerque, and Lena Jojola of Albuquerque; a granddaughter, Whitney Turner of Clovis; two brothers, Everett Turner and wife Lynda of Mountainair, and Richard Pugh and wife Nancy of San Antonio, TX; two sisters, Wanda Barfield and husband Bill of Ardmore, OK, and Mary Jo Johnston of Armore, OK; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Billy was born in Glenflora, TX on May 25, 1936 to the late William Glen and Iva Lena (Lawler) Turner-Pugh. He was preceded in death by his step-father, Hurman Pugh. He grew up in the lower Rio Grande Valley in South Texas, near Edinburg. From the time he was very young, he had a devoted love for country music. Thus, his career started at age 14 and has continued until today. He also had a love for painting and his artistic nature is present in the many paintings with his family and friends today. His love for his family has been evident thru the many years. A Funeral Service will be held for Billy on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary-University Chapel, with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 1:00 p.m., prior to the service. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com