Martha “Sue” Turner, age 89, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026 at her residence. Sue was born in Hazard, Kentucky on July 2, 1937 to the late Burnice Miller and Bess Little Miller. Sue was raised in Jackson, Kentucky and graduated from Breathitt High School. Following her school years, Sue devoted herself to raising her family, deeply adoring her role as a mother and cherishing every moment spent caring for her children and grandchildren. Later in life, she enjoyed a long and successful career with General Electric, working across various departments within the company. In the late 1980s, Sue reconnected with her high school sweetheart, Sherman Turner. Their bond was rekindled, and they were united in marriage shortly after. Together, they resided in Ohio and Starke, Florida, for the majority of their married life. Faith was the cornerstone of Sue’s life. A devoted Christian, she placed her trust in God and found great comfort in her faith. She was a longtime, active member of First Baptist Church of Starke, where she enjoyed growing in her faith and serving others. Sue found peace and comfort in reading her Bible. In her quiet moments, she enjoyed cross-stitching, reading, playing cards, and traveling with her girlfriends. Above all, Sue cherished her family. She treasured her role as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and took great joy in the time she spent with the people she loved. Her family was at the heart of her life, and she delighted in creating memories, sharing laughter, and simply being together. She will be remembered for the love, warmth, and kindness she gave so freely to those around her. She was a true treasure whose presence brought light to the lives of her family and friends, and she will be deeply missed. Sue was preceded in death by her parents; high school sweetheart and husband, Sherman Turner; sisters, Louise Carpenter, Betty Miller, Doris Jean Miller, Bertie Jo Miller, Libby Miller, and Jenny Oaks; and brothers, Harry Cecil Miller, William P. Miller, F.M. Miller, Robert Lee Miller, and Johnny Gabbard.
Sue leaves behind her beloved daughters, Renee (Suku) Baskaran of Jacksonville, FL and Susan (George) Moorehead of Ocala, FL; grandchildren, Sue-l (Eric) Cohen, Holly (Chris) Fowler, Miles Baskaran, Cray Baskaran, and Trevor Baskaran; 9 great grandchildren, Joshua Taylor Zedra Atherton, Cecilia Jo Cohen, Eddi Amelia Cohen, Scarlett Hamilton Cohen, Zoe Lyndia Aurora Fowler, Zellie Laine Marie Fowler, Stella JoyZana Diana Fowler, Zadie Isabelle Mac Fowler, and Ezekiel Steven Blaze Fowler; along with several extended family members and dear friends.
Sue’s family will receive friends for visitation on Monday, October 12, 2026 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel to celebrate and honor her life. Sue will be interred and laid to rest beside the love of her life, Sherman Turner, at Henry Turner Cemetery in Canoe, Kentucky on Thursday, October 15. 2026.
Deaton Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.
