Jay Dean Turley
May 4, 1935 ~ November 29, 2014
Jay Dean Turley, 79, Mooresville, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family, November 29, 2014, after a long struggle with illness. Jay was born one of four children to the late Harold and Mildred (Plummer) Turley on May 4, 1935. Two brothers and a sister survive.
Jay was a lifelong resident of Morgan County. He was a business owner/operator, in the construction industry, for over 40 years. His interests included aviation, antique automobiles, and travel. Throughout his life he was blessed with many good friends, by whom, he will be sadly missed.
Devoted to family, he is survived by his wife of 61 years, Nila Jo (Rusie) Turley; sons, Jeffery H. Turley and Brian D. Turley (Sharon); granddaughters, Casey (Turley) Bailey, S. Paige Turley; and great granddaughter, Madison Beals. They anchored his life and were the center of his being.
Rev. Terry Crist will officiate the 7 p.m. funeral service on Thursday, December 4, 2014, at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until the service time at the funeral home. A private burial will be held in White Lick Cemetery, Mooresville. Memorial contributions may be made in Jay’s memory to the American Cancer society or Morgan County Humane Society. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory, view Jay’s Life Story video, or to sign the online guest registry.
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In memory of Mr. Turley. May he rest in peace and may the family find comfort in remembering his life. He was a good man. Lene’ (Hastings) Davis
My sincere condolences to the entire family. I spent many warm summers and snowy winters with Jeff and Brian. And they had the coolest treehouse in the world. John Gastineau
To our neighbor Jeff – we were sorry to learn about your dad’s passing. His legacy and contributions to the construction industry will be remembered. We know it is never easy to lose a parent so our thoughts are with you and your family. Dennis and Cindy Crawley
Love and prayers to you Nila and the family, may God bless you and comfort you today and always.
So sorry for your loss……..you are in our thoughts and prayers; the Margaret Quillen family.
Jay was a dear friend to the Hagee family, and will be sadly missed. I remember him as a wonderful classmate of my husband, Bob. Condolences to Nila Jo and the entire family. Fondly, Anne Hagee
Jay was a blessing. He and Nila touched my life and the lives of my daughters. I am so sorry for the families loss. Rev. Kelly Nichols and family