Charles "Chuck" Allen Turner

Charles “Chuck” Allen Turner age 63 of Falling Waters, WV, formerly of Baltimore, MD, died Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at the Veterans Administration Hospital surrounded by family. He was born June 29, 1960, in Pennsylvania to Juanita Papa and the late Charles Turner Sr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his infant son, Derek Turner, brother, Roger Turner, stepmother, Donna Turner, stepfather, Vince Papa, and mother and father in-law Barbara and Gene Brugone. Chuck attended Lansdowne High School and served in the United States Marine Corps for six years. While on active duty from 1977-1981, he received Meritorious Mast, Rifle Marksman Badge, and good conduct medal. He was a skilled millwright and a 1994 graduate of the American Motorcycle Institute. Chuck married Tera, his light and always loving wife, in 1997. He was a founding member of the Christian Motorcycle Association, the Baltimore Chapter, and Praise N’ Thunder Ministry. Chuck was a man who lived his life with courage, faith, love, and a colorful sense of humor. Alongside his wife, he spread the word of God’s love locally and abroad including India, Philippines, Dubai, and Mexico and was a long-standing member of Community Gospel Church of Pasadena. Chuck was a devoted husband, father, brother, Pop, uncle, and friend. He was compassionate and had a huge heart for people. His personality was infectious, his laugh contagious, his presence powerful. Chuck did not meet a stranger; he fostered a sense of community amongst all. He was a truly selfless man, always prioritizing the welfare of others even during his sunset. Chuck valued life, love, and family. He spent time in the mountains every year with family where they would hunt, fish, and Chuck would reminisce about his life of redemption. He impacted many and encouraged everyone to “be the best at anything you do”. Chuck’s legacy will live on through his family, friends, and community. Surviving in addition to his wife, Tera, and mother are children Amelia “Amy” (Fidel), Shannon (Romelle), and Charles Matthew (Sammantha). Known proudly as “Pop” by Jacob (Issac), Julien, Janalynn, Cambria (Angel), Christian (Mateo), Cheyanne, Cameera, Makaylah, and Charles Brandon. An aunt, Jearlene McDonald. Siblings Danny, Joyce, Charles Larry, Theresa, Sharon Lisa, Kenneth, Ralph, Kimberly, and Charles Junior. 19 nieces and nephews and numerous extended family and friends. He will be missed by his service dog and companion, Spirit. At his request, Chuck’s remains were cremated. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 1:00pm at the Community Gospel Church of Pasadena with Pastor Jan Drayer officiating. The family sends its deepest heartfelt gratitude to all the staff at the Veterans Administration hospital in Martinsburg, WV, Phelps Funeral & Cremation Services in Winchester, VA, and the Community Gospel Church of Pasadena.

Charles "Chuck" Allen Turner

June 29, 1960 - January 3, 2024