Mr. Ned Lee Turner, age 85 of Martinsville, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025. He was born on May 18, 1940, to the late James Roy Turner and Evelyn Turner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Ann Wright Turner; and a brother, Bobby Turner. Ned grew up in Henry County. Graduated from Bassett High School. He served four years in the U.S. Navy. After returning to Henry County, He went to work as an Industrial Engineer for Fieldcrest Mills. In 1970, Fieldcrest transferred Ned to Laurinburg, N.C. later, Fieldcrest was purchased by Mohaw Carpet. He retired with 45 years of service. Ned was a member of Saint Luke United Methodist Church in Laurinburg. He served as president of the UM men and worked with the food bank and served as an usher. Ned played on a tennis team that won the N.C. Championship. After retirement, he moved back to Henry County and moved his membership to Pleasant View Baptist Church. He has served as an usher and on the social committee. Ned loves tennis, crossword puzzles, reading, walking, and puzzles.
Mr. Turner is survived by one son, Gregory Wright Turner of Martinsville; one granddaughter, Megan Murdock (Ryan) of Fort Mill, SC; two great-grandchildren, Liam and Lyza Kate; two siblings, Lynwood Turner of Martinsville, and Anita Clark of Stuart; and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral for Mr. Turner will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Pleasant View Baptist Church with Joey McNeil officiating. Burial will immediately follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the service at the church on Tuesday. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is in charge of the arrangements, and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moodyfuneralservices.com.
