Mark "Gum Gum" Turner, 53, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023.
He was born on March 7, 1970 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Gene and Patricia (Shepherd) Turner.
Mark enjoyed fishing, cooking and spending time with his family and friends. He had a true artistic talent when it came to drawing. Mark had such a kind heart and soft demeanor. He never met a stranger; always wanting to get to know people and help them along the way; he saved a lot of lives over the years. Although his time here was short, Mark made such an impact on those that were lucky enough to get to know him. He truly leaves a legacy of love and acceptance and will be missed by all.
Mark is survived by his loving family, his sisters, Resa (Timmy) Kolle, Tena (Chris) McClanahan and Mary Ann (Jeremy) Turner, fiancé, Geneva Goldsmith, care giver, Amber Barton, nieces and nephews, Brittney Kolle, Amanda Johnson, Amber Gammons, Chris (Lyndee) Turner, Zachary Stepp and Xander Stepp, 6 great nieces, 4 great nephews, son, Blue Bubba Doodle and so many other extended family and close friends that will miss him very much.
Visitation will be from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Sunday, July 30th at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Southwest Louisville Chapel, (10304 Dixie Hwy). A service celebrating Mark's life will be at 4:00 pm on Sunday, at the funeral home.
Mark's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time.
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