Luke Michael Turner
July 07, 2011
Luke Michael Turner, 22, was born September 1, 1988 in Des Moines and passed away Thursday, July 7, 2011.
He enjoyed hanging out with his coworkers and was very passionate about his artwork.
Luke is survived by his parents, Clayton (Cathi) Turner and Cheryl Turner; brothers, Joshua (Angie) Turner and Matthew Turner; Chelsi Van Baale; Emily Van Baale; nephew, Cashtyn Van Baale; grandparents, Walter and Leona Turner and Dorothy Gohde; many aunts, uncles cousins and special friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, John Gohde and his uncles, Les Turner and Rod Turner.
A celebration of life will occur on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 6 p.m. at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 3900 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be made to Teen Challenge of the Midlands (tcmid.org) in loving memory of Luke.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
amber hunt
07/11/2011
luke was my friend in high school and my boy friends friend too he was a nice kid and had alot of friends and will be missed i am so sorry for ur lost and ur loved one
Brad and Laurie Wilson
07/11/2011
To all of Luke's family, we are sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Roger Fish
07/11/2011
Clayton,
A truly tragic event. I hope you and Cathi are doing okay and Clare and I wish to offer our condolences. We are both here for support.
Jerry Benton
07/10/2011
You don't need to know a person your whole life to feel like you have known them your whole life.Luke was and is myfriend.He was what we all strive to be.Agood,caring,honest,trustworthy the list could go on and on .He loved his family and friends.Luv' ya' bro.I will see you again...Until then...
Marcy Davidson
07/10/2011
I am so sad to hear of Luke's death. His love of life and his unbounding energy shall surely be missed by all who knew him. Luke was such a fun student. I enjoyed his creativity and ability to make me laugh. My deepest family to all of you at this time. Sincerely, Marcy Davidson
Judy Davis
07/10/2011
Clayton, Cheryl and all your family,
I am so sorry to hear the news of Luke's death. There are no words that I could say that would make you feel better. Just know that I am thinking of you all and praying for your family.
Judy Davis
Brad and Laurie Wilson
07/10/2011
Sorry for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers
Bill, Mary and Blaine Morlan
07/10/2011
Our sympathy goes to the Turner family.
You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord, who abide in his shadow for life, say to the Lord: "My refuge, my rock in whom I trust!" And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand. (ON EAGLE'S WINGS by Michael Joncas)
Nicholas Feretich
07/10/2011
Luke was an incredibly loyal and good friend, and i'll miss him dearly. We quickly became very good friends out in California at school, and those times will never be forgotten. He was, is, and always will be one of my best friends, even for knowing him such a short time. I'm truly grateful I was able to see him recently. My prayers go out to his family and friends, we lost a great person, and he will be missed
Eric, Theandon, Kassondra, Christopher Johnson
07/10/2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult and sad time. Luke will be missed. We hope you feel some comfort knowing that you are surrounded with people who are praying and thinking of you. We are so sorry for your loss. May God give you extra strength and courage during this time. God Bless!
Jacy Nolen
07/10/2011
Hello,
I'm not sure if you know who I am, I lived with Luke for a year in San Diego. My time spent there was a life changing experience for me and one reason it was so great was because of Luke. He brought a smile to my face and joy to my heart everyday he was there. Luke was like a brother to me. He was an honest, loyal, and fun loving person and I am thankful for the time he was in my life. I'm very sorry for our loss.
Sincerely,
Jacy Nolen
Kenya Estrada
07/09/2011
Luke was a very dear friend of mine. I met him when he used to live here in California. How i wished he had stayed with us a little bit longer. I think everything would of been different if he was here. Me and my other friends who were close to him here all speak of him with great respect. He was an amazing man. He made us all feel part of his special group of friend. He was protective and kind. He Always cared about the people he loved and would always be there if you ever needed him. I was very lucky to have him call me friend. I was very lucky to have seen him a few weeks ago when he came to visit us in California. It was the best time of my life having him here again.
To Luke's Family, I know you may not know me, but i just wanted to say that, i loved your son very much, he was always such a gentleman and i loved him like a big brother. He always made my days so much better. He was kind to me and very loving and caring. He made me feel like i belonged. Never in my life have i ever met such an amazing guy like luke. I will never forget him and i will always have him in my heart. Please know Luke made a huge impact in everyone he met in his life. He always cared about each and every single one of us. I am lucky to have met your son and to be able to call him my dear friend,it was a honor and pleasure. I know you all miss him as much as we do. And my heart goes out to you all. I miss him terribly and i can only imagine the pain you are going through. But he shall never be forgotten.
To Luke. I wish i could of been there at your funeral to see you one last time. Tears fall down my face when i think of your lovely face. You make me smile in my darkest days and you will forever stay in my heart. I keep you here locked away and safe. Mine to keep will be your memories. The things i will do, will be for you. I will live my life in your memory and know that you would be proud of me and would be happy for this girl with glasses who you called friend. I will sing you a song, in the night of your final rest, will sing it loud, that even heaven can hear it. Cause i know you will be watching over us and smile. I miss you and always will.
"Went to bed, i was thinking about you... ain't the same since i am living without you. I wanna talk and laugh like we used to"
I love you Luke, It's not a goodbye, It's a see you later my friend.
And to Luke's Family, I wish i could hug each and every one of you.
Love, Kenya
Clayton Turner
07/09/2011
To All:
We greatly appreciate your kind words and prayers. Luke will be greatly missed. We plan to have a memorial service within the next week or so as soon as we can make the arrangements. We will have the information posted. God be with us all.
Framtz family
07/09/2011
Luke was a great kid! We sit and remember how much he and Patrick looked alike when they. .were younger. It saddens our hearts to know he is gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Gretta Richardson
07/09/2011
To Luke's family,
I am so sorry to hear about your losing Luke! I wish that there were a way to change all this. Know that you have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard of this great loss. I will continue to hold you in my prayers! I so enjoyed having Luke in class! Please remember and hold dear all of the good times that you have had with him and know that he touched many lives in very positive ways.
Love and prayers!