John Turner

John Turner, 68, of Smithville, MO passed away, December 19, 2024.

He was born on March 19, 1956 to John E. and Gladys (Hadley) Turner in Smithville, MO. John grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School.

On November 16, 1972 he was united in marriage to Connie Scott. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they made their home.

John retired from Davis Paint in Kansas City after 29 years. He then worked part time for Clay County Parks Department and later the City of Smithville for six years. John was a volunteer for the Smithville Fire Department. He was a NASCAR fan and loved John Wayne movies. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, and mushroom hunting. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family.

John was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, AJ Turner.

He is survived by his wife, Connie of 52 years; children, Michelle (Kerry) Elder, Jennifer (Ryan) Ralston, Johnna (Caleb) Wheeler; grandchildren, Jeff (Shelby) Elder, Jayce Elder, Cali Wheeler, Hunter Wheeler, Rayce Ralston, and Rex Ralston; great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Eleanor Elder and Baby E; brothers, David Turner and Anthony (Terri) Turner; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Gary (Terri) Scott, Don Scott, David Scott, Linda (Bob) Chesnut, and Kevin (Margi) Scott; his dogs, Penny and Annie; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Visitation: 5:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday, December 22nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville.
Private Family Burial at Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery.

Donations may be made to KC Hospice.