Mary Dale (Moore) Turner

Mary D Turner was born on April 1st, 1944 in Kansas City, Ks to Allen Richardson and Minnie Thompson.
Mary grew up in Kansas City, Ks where she lived her whole life. She had a happy childhood with family and friends. She graduated from Sumner High School.
She worked for Robinson’s Shoes, then later went on to work for K.U. Medical Center as a Food Service Supervisor in the Rainbow Mental Health Facility. She was known for her delicious recipes and cooking. People would come to the cafeteria to eat and not want to leave. She retired after 35 years of service.
In her lifetime, she also was member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the mission ministry, Choir, and was a Deaconess.
Mary Turner was united in holy matrimony to Joe H Turner for 42 years where they raised six wonderful children.
Mary’s health started to decline in 2014, however despite her health issues her spirit never wavered.
She left us March 5th, 2025, and was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and 2 children Kimberly Leak, and Joe F Leak.
Mary leaves behind to cherish her memory Chona Leak of K.C.Ks, Vincent (Deronn) Turner of Denver, Co, LaWana Turner of K.C. Mo, Crystal Turner of K.C.Ks, 14 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.

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