David Bruce Turner, 51 of Palmer Twp., PA died Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Easton Hospital. Born December 22, 1965 in Franklin, PA he was a son of Marian (Uher) Turner of Palmer Twp. and the late Bruce E. Turner. A graduate of Easton High School, he was employed by the Custom Alloy Company of High Bridge NJ. David was a member of St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church in Easton and the American Legion, Brown & Lynch Post 9. He was an avid sports fan, who loved the Flyers, the Steelers, the Phantoms and the Iron Pigs.
He is survived by: his mother, Marian; 3 brothers: Larry E. and his wife Cathy, Michael G. and his wife Linda all of Franklin, PA, Robert W. of Bethlehem, PA; 2 sisters: Sandra J. Carroll of Bethlehem, Debra K. Ritchey and her husband Edward of Palmer Twp.; and his adored 10 nieces and nephews, 3 great-nieces and a great-nephew.
A Memorial Celebration of his Life will be held 4 PM, Saturday, June 24th at the Riverside Barr and Grill, 5819 S. Delaware Dr., Easton, PA. Interment will be private in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Franklin, PA. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Kathy Appleton
May 23, 2017 at 3:30 pm
I have been staring at this computer trying to figure out the words that describe what an amazing soul Dave was. To say he was generous, caring, funny, sweet, a kind a man who loved his family and friends is not enough. I looked for quotes and other passages to try and find the words to describe Dave, and there are none. The world has lost a one of a kind, there truly are no words that can do him justice. I feel blessed to have known Dave and know that even though he is not physically here, his soul will always be around those he loved. He is now an amazing angel and I can say with the purest of heart that my life and the lives of my daughters were made better by knowing Dave. Rest in peace Dave.
Eugene Giunta III
May 23, 2017 at 3:35 pm
Sincerest sympathy. He was cared for and loved by many . I will miss him as I’m sure all his friends and family will , to say the least . May it it be of some comfort that he is not in pain and suffering any longer.
Dennis Askin
May 24, 2017 at 7:50 pm
I remember Dave as the silly kid in Middle School when I was in High School hanging out with his brother Bob, my best friend. I watched him grow into a kind and generous soul who has made a positive mark on this earth and has touched many hearts. God Bless you Dave, you will be missed but your kind heart has touched many. We will miss you but we know you are in God’s hands now.
Wally Goffredo
May 25, 2017 at 5:38 am
We all our mourning the loss of our friend Dave,alot of us spent our entire youth growing up together and raising hell.We’ll never forget you Dave,every time I cross the penn pump bridge I think of swimming at the rope,what about the fort in the field,what about your basement bungalo,how many races we all spent weekends at with the help of a sharpie marker,as I look thru all my photos of Dave ,he always has a smile painted across his face.He didnt have a mean bone in his body,why the good lord needed you so early has crushed alot of us,but I’m sure he has need for your loving heart elsewhere.I will celebrate your life and the friendship you and i had forever,once a freak always a freak…..”FREAKS RULE”…you had to be there to understand that comment.
Tammy Foster
May 25, 2017 at 1:03 pm
I did not know Dave as many of you do but I did have the pleasure of meeting him & his wonderful, loving family once in the past. Reading the messages above I can clearly understand that he will truly be missed by all who knew & loved him. His loss saddens me & breaks my heart when someone as young as Dave is taken from this world way too soon. His memorial & my wedding day are scheduled for the same day. I guess even though I didn’t know Dave very well we will always have something in common and that is we will both share a “Special” day together and as I walk down that isle I will know in my heart that God has another Angel smiling down at me. RIP Dave Turner
Latoya Odom
May 31, 2017 at 11:00 am
Im so sorry for your loss. I myself have lost family, but the scripture at Acts 24:15 brought me much comfort and I hope it brings you comfort as well.