Date Of Birth: September 20, 1919
Date Of Death: February 19, 2007
Robert Clayton Turney 87, of Indianapolis, died February 19, 2007. He was born September 20, 1919 in Cincinnati, Ohio and adopted by Rev. H. E. and Gertrude L. (Sims) Turney. He graduated from Indianapolis Broad Ripple High School in 1937. He attended Wittenberg University participating in sports, track, wrestling and choir, graduating in 1941 with a B.A. in Chemistry. On Nov 23, 1944 he married Ruth Marie Bott and were married until her death in 1982. Bob was employed as a chemist and purchasing agent at Lilly Industrial Coatings Company, Indianapolis from 1942 to 1984. He married Margaret Sue House of Castleton in Dec, 1982. After his retirement they lived in Fort Myers Beach, FL and Indianapolis. Bob was an avid golfer and had a strong, fine bass voice and was a member of several choral groups. He is survived by his wife, Sue; his sons, Richard and Thomas of Indianapolis, and daughter, Elizabeth C. Whiting of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Step-children, Beverly Lucas, Becky Dalton and Brian House, 9 grandchildren and 3 great children. Visitation will be Friday, February 23, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Sunnyside Road Baptist Church, Indianapolis, where he was a member. Services will be at 12 noon. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society c/o Robert Turney.
Terry Margaret Prince says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. He will be missed. We had some wonderful times with Bob here in Florida and Indianapolis. Always a smile and never wanted to give up. Rest In Peace. We love you. The Prince Family
Nancy Chloupek McClain says
I have fond memories of my Uncle Bob. I loved going to his home and playing with my cousins, Cam, Tom and Rick. We would spend time in the summer at Bass Lake and I remember Uncle Bob mowing the grass and working hard. He loved his family and we will miss him.
Stephen Morrison says
I had the privilege of knowing Bob from 1972 until his retirement while he worked for Lilly Industries. He used to share rides with my Uncle Kenny Morrison. Bob is remembered with great fondness as a kind and gentle sole. He always had a smile for you. Bob was very diligent in his job. To this day those of us that are left at “Lilly”/Valspar still talk of the days when Bob was here and you could count on his great abilities in purchasing. We missed him when he retired and he will be missed now. His services must be needed in Heaven. Well done Bob!
Dave Walker says
I worked at Lilly Industrial Coatings from 03/1960 to 01/1967.
My memories of Bob Turney were that he was a very loyal, thorough, competent, and morally good man. Never heard any negative stories concerning Bob. He was well respected! Believe that he is in the presence of Jesus Christ.
Ellen Mood says
Dear Sue,
My thoughts and prayers will be with you as you adjust to your loss.
Ellen
Kathy John Munro says
Sue, we just learned of Bob’s passing and were very saddened to hear about it. He was Dad’s golfing buddy for many years and a great friend. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.