Manassas, VA ~ Katherine (Baber) Turner extended into the presence of the lord September 23, 2009 in Manassas, VA.; at the home of her daughter.
She was born 104 years ago on September 30, 1905 to the late K.L. and Finettia (Brickey) Baber in Banner,VA. Which is located Wise County. She was 1 of 14 children, and the last survivor.
She was married to the late Leo Turner who preceded her in death in 1987. Where they shared a home in Toms Creek and Banner all of their married life and raised their children and grandchildren.
Katherine attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Coeburn, VA. Where she taught the children's sunday school class for 25 years. Her faith in God carried her through, many trials and tribulations and then home to the Lord.
In her century of life she witnessed many events, and many changes in our world. As she faced each earthly day with a smile.
She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth and husband Steve Price. Her grandchildren Shawndi Mills (Roger Mills), Shira Price. Her adopted grandchildren whom she loved very much; Leon Turner (Deceased), Arlene Fields, Randy Turner (Lily Turner), Sherry Maynard (Sam Maynard), Tommy, Ricky, Brenda and Ronnie. She has 7 great grandchildren and many great great grandchildren. There also 3 cousins whom were like sisters to her the Barrowman Sister, Alma, Maxie and June. As well as a host of many other family members and friends.

Visitation for Katherine Turner will be held after 6 PM Saturday, September 26, 2009 at Estes Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 27, 2009 at the Church of God of Prophecy on Grand Ave. in Coeburn with Brother Ival Mitchell officiating. Burial will be at Temple Hill Memorial Park in Castlewood, VA on Monday, September 28, 2009. The family will meet at Estes Funeral Home on Monday at 11:00 A.M. and leave in procession to the cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Estes Funeral Home, 114 High Ave. NE, Coeburn, VA.