Cornelius Turner Obituary (1922 - 2012)

Mr. Cornelius "Corky" Henry Turner of Frederick, MD quietly entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 14th, 2012 at his home after a brief illness. He was the son of the late Leola Carrie Turner King and Cornelius Henry Turner, Sr. He was the devoted husband of Margaret N. Turner for over 60 years. He was born September 28, 1922 in Norfolk, Va. He graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and received his BS degree in Business Education from Hampton University, VA. While there he became a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. He continued with graduate studies at the University of Maryland. During WWII, he served in the United States Army/Air Force. Mr. Turner began his teaching career in Baltimore, MD. After relocating to Frederick, he taught at Lincoln School and later at Frederick High, where he ended his career in 1982. He was dedicated to serving the Lord and the community. After retiring he remained active in community service. Mr. Turner was a faithful member of Asbury United Methodist Church for over 50 years, serving on various boards and committees, and singing in the choir. He was a charter member of Alpha Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. He also enjoyed domestic and international travel with his loving wife. He is survived by his sister Winifred Wells, Atlanta Ga. He was preceded in death by his brother John Turner and sister Dottie Alston and Lois Williams. He is also survived by sons Kenneth Cornelius (Nicole), of Greenbelt, MD and Eric Carlton of Fort Washington, MD and daughters Valerie Jean of District Heights, MD, Denise Antoinette White (Robert), of Walkersville, MD and Eileen Turner King of Frederick, MD. He leaves behind eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Asbury United Methodist Church or the Cornelius "Corky" Turner Scholarship, Alpha Lamdba Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. at P.O. Box 1112, Frederick, MD 21702 or www.all-ques.org. A public viewing will be held on Monday March 19, from 3 to 8 PM at Gary L. Rollins Funeral Home 110 West South St., the Family will receive friends from 7 to 8 pm. Funeral Services will be on Tuesday March 20, at Asbury UMC, 101 West All Saint St, at 11 AM. Interment at Resthaven Memorial Garden. Rev. LaDell Brooks officiating. Online condolences may be offered at www.garylrollinsfuneralhome.com