Theodore Henry Turner Jr

November 21, 1927 - January 26, 2021

Queensbury - Theodore Henry Turner, Jr., of Queensbury was reunited with his beloved wife, Margaret on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at his home with his loving family at his side. Born on November 21, 1927 in Schenectady; he was the son of the late Theodore H. and Grace (Cross) Turner, Sr. He was a graduate of Glens Falls High School, class of 1947, where he played football and ran track. Later he played for the Glens Falls Greenjackets Football Team. Upon graduating, he went to technical school before returning to join the family business, National Welding Company, Inc. in Glens Falls, which was established in the 1930’s. Ted ran the business with his brother, Francis, until his retirement. Ted loved the Town of Queensbury and served on several committees. He was a member of the Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals for 19 years, and spent 10 years as Chairman. He was a member of the Queensbury Town Board, and was elected Ward 2 Councilman for 10 years. He was a member of the Warren County Republican Committee for 30 years. He also was a life member of Local Union 773, Plumbers and Steamfitters. Ted also enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, and camping. After retirement, Ted and Margaret looked forward to spending the month of September every year at Fish Creek Pond Campsites in Saranac Lake. The greatest enjoyment was his family. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Ted always put the well-being and happiness of his family and friends before himself. He was the epitome of a father, husband, brother, grandfather, and friend. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Margaret (Curl); his sisters and brothers-in-law, Barbara and Jack Curley and Shirley and Richard Veltri and his brother, Francis Turner. Survivors include his children, Craig Turner, Deborah (Jack) Johnson and Karen (John) O’Brien, his grandchildren, Daniel (Jessamyn) Clifford, Lucas (Jennifer) Clifford, Emily O’Brien, Sarah O’Brien and Michael Johnson. His great grandchildren, Piper, Pia, Daniel Jr., Lawson and Ella, his sister-in-law, Betty Turner and several nieces and nephews also survive him. Funeral services and burial will be held privately for the family in spring. Family and friends may call from 4-7pm on Friday, January 29, 2021 at the Singleton Sullivan Potter Funeral Home, 407 Bay Road, Queensbury. Due to current regulations a maximum of 40 people are allowed in the building at one time and masks are mandatory. The family would like to thank Karen’s Home Care, especially Karen Millington, Pam Woodard, Anna Robbins, Jill DiCicco and Liz Kathan for all the love and support given to Ted and his family to keep with his wishes of staying in his home and always bringing a smile to his face every day. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. Also, thank you to High Peaks Hospice and thank you to Jim and Sharon Piper for being wonderful neighbors and for all their support over the years. Donations in Ted’s memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 5 Pine West Plaza, Suite 505, Albany, New York 12205.