ROCKVILLE, MD - Lois Baggette Turner, 92, widow of O. B. "Jake" Turner, died Sunday, July 4, 2010, in a Maryland nursing home.
Born on May 15, 1918, in Manning, she was the daughter of the late R. C. and Elizabeth Ridgeway Baggette. She was a graduate of Manning High School and Atlantic Christian College (Barton College of Wilson, NC); an English teacher; and loved reading, playing bridge, the ocean, and most of all, her family.
She was predeceased by a sister, Carolyn Baggette White; and a great grandson, Alexander Turner.
Surviving are her children, Joseph B. Turner (Linda Hart) of Nashville, TN, Bette Darling (Rick) of Poolesville, MD; grandchildren, Scott Turner (Sandy) of Lacrosse, WI, David Turner (Rita) of Glendale, CA, and Laura Patton (Travis) of Poolesville, MD; great grandchildren, Dakota Turner, Tanner Turner and Caleb Patton.
A graveside service was held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 9, 2010 in Manning Cemetery, with the Rev. David Carlson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP), 3505 E. Frontage Rd., Suite 315, Tampa, FL 33607.
Stephens Funeral Home & Crematory, 304 N. Church Street, Manning, is in charge of arrangements. (803) 435-2179
www.stephensfuneralhome.org
