Sarah Cora Mae Turner
April 13, 1940 - June 16, 2021
Obituary
Sarah Cora Mae Turner earned her wings and was called home to glory on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at the age of 81.
Sarah was born April 13, 1940 to Fred Odom, Sr and Etta Clay Odom in Beaumont, TX where she received her education in the Beaumont Independent School District. She graduated from Charlton Pollard High School in 1958. She attended Lincoln Business College in Beaumont.
She loved the Lord and accepted him as her personal Savior at Star Light Missionary Baptist Church where she grew up. She was a faithful member at Sunlight Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of her brother, Rev. James Odom. She was an active church Board Member and a member of the choir. When she was not in attendance at Sunlight, she made it her business to fellowship at various churches wherever she was.
Sarah enjoyed reading her Bible, cooking, traveling, watching movies and spending time with her grandkids and family. She loved shopping and was a sharp dresser. She was a giving person, always opening her doors to anyone in need. She would give her last dollar and the shirt off her back, if needed. She was an active member of the Seattle Senior Center and the Red Hatters. She was fond of the color Purple.
She married Charles E. Turner in Boston, MA in the early 60’s and had 6 children.
She was preceded in death by her parents Fred Odom, Sr. & Etta Clay Odom, brothers Murray Odom, Fred Odom, Jr., Lawrence Odom, Sr. and Matthew Odom; and one child, Keitha Lynette Kemp. She is survived by one sister, Ethel Lee August of Beaumont, TX and one brother Rev. James Odom (Betty) of Seattle, WA. She leaves to cherish her legacy daughter, Gayla Odom-Beavers (John) of Seattle, WA, sons Andre L. Turner (Shaunte) of Dallas, TX, Frederick Turner (Linnea) of Charlotte, NC, daughters, Stacey Renee Turner (Johnny Sr.) of Seattle, WA, and Pamela Y. Sheppard (Ira) of Columbus, GA. Her legacy lives on through her grandchildren Michael Jr., Carl Jr., Johnny III, Ira Jr., Donta, Ari, Donyetta, Chasity, Charles Jr., Stephanie, Shaquita, Alleyah, Brandon, Darryl, Tracyln, Chris, Brielle, Johnny, Jonelle; 31 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren; and a host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, relatives and close friends.
Family and friends are invited to the visitation on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 from 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. at Bonney Watson Washington Memorial: 16445 International Blvd., SeaTac, WA 98188.
Viewing will be Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 10:00a.m. – 11:00a.m. at the Church By the Side of the Road, 3455 S. 148th St, Tukwila, WA 98168. Homegoing services will immediately follow at 11:00a.m.
Burial: 2:00p.m. at Bonney Watson Washington Memorial, 16445 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188.
Our Condolences to the Turner and Sheppard Families. May God continue to strengthen you during this difficult time.
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To Andre and family.It was a privilege to have known Sara after Katrina. Sara became a sister to me and I will never forget her Jolly kindredspirit. She will be missed.by many..Family remain strong just like Sara taught you to be.Most of all hold on to God unchanging hands during this time of sorrow and grief.My sister take your rest. And know you will be missed by myself and family.
Brother very sorry to hear about your mother may God heal your heart to this time of bereavement and remember we are always always thinking about you Brother Jones
Condolences to the family. Brother Andre we have you in our prayers.
Praying for you and your family Brother Turner.
Condolences and prayers of strength for Bro. Tuner and his family.
Brother Dre Turner,
The wife and I grieve with you and your family. You have our sincere condolences. We are standing with the family in spirit this morning. Please, find comfort in these words:”to be absent from the body, is to be present with The Lord”.
l Thessalonians 4:13-18
Be encouraged 🙏🏾
Brother Ricky Allen
Bro. Charles Jefferson
Charles Jefferson
My condolences to Brother Andre Turner & Family. Dre, know that your mother is sitting in Heaven with God almighty looking down at her children smiling and proud of you all. My God bless, keep and comfort you and your family.
Please accept my sincerest condolences.
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31
May God continue to walk with you and keep you during your mom’s homegoing. My deepest sympathy to the Turner family.
My condolences to you and your family. Take care.
Condolences to you my brother and your family. May God keep you and take care of you.
Sandra Henry & Jaylon Landry
Ms. Sarah was a joy to know. She always greeted you with a smile. She will be truly missed. Praying Gods comfort and peace for all who loved her and will miss her. May Gods peace abide with each of.you.
Condolences to Dre and the Turner family.
Our prayers are with you in this season of grief and celebration of life.
Lovingly,
Wallace T and Alltonette C Ford (Jr)