Staff Sergeant Gregory Paul Turner, a God-fearing man of courage, valor, and honor, peacefully departed from this world on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 69 years old. Following in his father’s footsteps, Mr. Turner proudly served the United States Army and retired after serving in the Gulf War (1990-1991). Gregory was a source of strength and wisdom to all who knew him, and he made it known that nothing in this world meant more to him than his family. He believed that a family is always a unit and that there should never be division. He felt and stated that the love of family is always and forever.
Sgt. Gregory Paul Turner, also known as “T-Bone,” was born on March 7, 1956, to the late James and Annie Lee Turner. He was born in Quincy, FL, and moved to Riviera Beach, FL at an early age, where he spent the rest of his life. Gregory went to Palm Beach Gardens Community High School, where he met the love of his life. He leaves behind his courageous and loving wife of 50 years, Geraldine Lashon Bell-Turner, 5 beautiful children: Sherry Turner, Andrea Culver (Keith), Sabrina Freeman (Victor), Angela Turner (Thomas), and his namesake Gregory P. Turner II, and his grandchildren: Ashley
Prince, Tommy Wilkerson (C’Dayva), Kearra Culver (Neville), Akyra Culver, Rishard Wilkerson, Keylah Culver, Natori Wilkerson (Jonathan), Amari Dudley, JaQuan Chavez Turner, JaNaye Denise Turner, Paige Briana Turner, and Ashlynn Taraji Turner, great-grandchildren: Kameron and Noah Smart, Nalani Jackson, X’Nyla, X’Leia, and X’Mora Wilkerson, special aunts and an uncle: Viola Chestnut, Alice Chestnut, Sharon
Chestnut-Fraser (Cecil), Retha Anderson (Geno), Cassandra Leslie (Jeff), Cynthia Chestnut, Adrienne Chestnut-Holt, and Wendell Chestnut, 4 sister-in-laws: Lynn Williams, Paulette Richardson, Sherrian (Pat) Habersham, and Lisa Swanson, and special cousins: Brian (Tony) Chestnut, Phyllis (Darrell) Brooks, Darrell Dudley, Tamara Chestnut, Curtis Brown, and Kenny Thigpen, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins,
nieces, nephews, and friends. Gregory's life was a tapestry woven with kindness, wisdom, and deep connections. He approached each day with an open heart, embracing both life's challenges and triumphs with courage. As we reflect on the life of Gregory, we remember his unwavering support
and encouragement, which inspired all who crossed his path. He had an extraordinary capacity for empathy, always ready to lend a listening ear or offer words of wisdom. His legacy of compassion and understanding will continue to resonate, reminding us of the importance of kindness.
Although he has departed from our sight, the memories we shared with Gregory will forever keep his spirit alive within us. We take solace in knowing that he is now at peace, and we hold dear the beautiful moments we were privileged to share with him.
Gregory will be deeply missed by all who had the honor to know and love him. His journey has come to an end, but his spirit will shine on the hearts of those he leaves behind.
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