Obituary of Elsie Lee Turner

Elsie Lee Turner, 94, passed away on September 11, 2011. She is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Virginia Coates; her husband of 26 years, Charles Turner; brother, Everett Coates; sisters Eva Becker, Imogene McKenzie, Doris Farber, Lois Connor; and son-in-law, Louis Nickel. Elsie is survived by her daughter, Marlyn Nickel, brother, Thomas E. Coates; grandson, Michael Nickel and his wife, Patti; great grandsons, Kyle and Eric Nickel; her beloved cat, Whiskers; and a host of many other family and friends. Elsie was one of seven children and helped to raise many of her brothers and sisters and continued to serve as a care giver for her family all of her life. She enjoyed quilting, cooking, baking and doing for others. Elsie was a devoted wife and grandmother who prided herself on being a prim and proper Southern Lady. She had a strong faith and Christian beliefs. Elsie enjoyed good health and remained independent most all of her life. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. A Memorial Service for Elsie will be held at a later date.