Turner, Thomas Truman, passed peacefully at his home while surrounded by his family on Saturday November 9, 2019 in his 79th year. Son of the late Frederick and Olive Turner. Father of Bonnie Jinkerson (Jamie), Diane Dube (Gilles), Janet Turner (Dennis Bergsma) ,Brian Hathaway (Cathy) and the late Joe. Grandfather of Steven (Laura), Casey, Brandon, Josh (Kristyn), Nicole (Andy), Ariana (Austin), Brylee, Joel and the late Brian Jr. Step grandfather of Samantha (Eric) and Stephanie. Great grandfather to many. Brother of Duncan (Shirley), Sharon, Barry (Lynda), Janice (Joe) Heathcote. Predeceased by his siblings Douglas (Margaret), Stan (Sharon), Elaine (Ed) Johnston, Nancy (Gord) Tuckwell and Becky. Also predeceased by his dear friend Karen Turner. Tom was a long time employee of Eaton Yale in Chatham. Tom was a very devoted grandfather and could often be found on the sidelines of soccer and football fields, cheering on the grandsons from the stands of the arena. Those wishing to make a memorial donation are asked to consider the Canadian Cancer Society. At Tom’s request he will be remembered privately at a later date. Online condolences are welcome at www.lifetransitions.ca