Craig Turner

Craig M. Turner, 57, of Reinholds, passed away surrounded with love on Friday, December 31, 2021, at Penn State St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA. Born in Ephrata, Craig was the son of Elizabeth A. (Bailey) Turner and the late John W. Turner. Craig was a graduate of Wilson High School, class of 1983. He enjoyed astronomy and airplanes, particularly military flight; he always dreamed of being a pilot. Craig liked everything birds, his passion was to fly. Craig always had a smile on his face and a song in his heart. He loved music of the 60's and 70's, especially the Beatles and Paul Revere and the Raiders. His presence brightened a room and a conversation with Craig would brighten your day. He loved life, loved being with his family, and his smile and laughter was contagious. He was the most amazing son, brother, and uncle, spoiling his entire family with attention and love. A sharp dresser, Craig enjoyed colorful sunglasses, fashions of his favorite era, and sporting a suit and tie like a rock star. A lifetime member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Adamstown, he loved belonging to this church and truly felt a part of this church community. In addition to his mother, Craig is survived by a sister, Margaret E. Yatron, brother-in-law Nick Yatron of Pocono Lake; a niece, Victoria Purcell; nephew, T.J. Fugee; great nephews, Trent Fugee and Nathan Purcell; and his cat, Morris. Craig was predeceased by his father and sister, Roxanne Turner. A viewing will be held Saturday, Jan. 8th from 10a.m. to 12p.m. at Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, 34 N. Reamstown Rd., Reamstown (Stevens), where the funeral will begin at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 385, Adamstown, Pa 19501.