Obituary of Keith Turner

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Keith Turner at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Christine Gawron. Loving father to Shawna Alemu (Shimeles), Janice Turner (Rae Milne) and Justin Witzel. Proud grandfather to Jody Turner, Jayden Goodfellow, Jaylyn Goodfellow, Keanna Turner, Emily Alemu, Ethan Alemu, Jordan Alemu, Alexander Alemu, Ryder Witzel and Jaxon Witzel. Fondly remembered by sister Nancy (Terry) Hamilton and brother Terry (Marianne) Turner, sister-in-law Sue Turner and brother-in-law Mike Evans. Predeceased by brother Ken Turner and sister Karen Evans.

Keith was an active person his entire life. He organized the KW Volleyball League and enjoyed cycling, swimming, hiking and bodyboarding.  A dedicated and involved father, he created wonderful memories with his children taking them for beach days and camping as well as coaching their sports teams. Keith always had kind words for everyone and found a way to bring humour to stressful situations. He had a successful career in electronics and companies world-wide benefitted from his expertise in computer engineering as a machine programmer.

Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Tuesday, March 28th from 1:00 pm -2:45 pm with a funeral service in the Funeral Home’s Chapel at 3:00 pm. A reception will follow the service and a private family interment will occur at a later date.

Condolences for the family and donations to the Alzheimer Society or St. Mary’s Hospital General Hospital Foundation may be arranged through the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.