Mary Ann Turner,92, peacefully passed away July 12, 2024, after a courageous battle with dementia.

Mary Ann was born to Edith & Archie Lester September 9, 1931, in Palestine Texas. She was the oldest of 4 children. She graduated from Palestine High School in1949 where she was in numerous clubs, the band & choir.

She attended Hardin Simmons University.

She married her high school sweetheart, John Turner, September 21, 1951, on Treasure Island, Oakland California. John was in the Navy stationed there.

Mary Ann and John were married 62 years before his passing in 2013. During their marriage, they had 2 children, Jay & Janis. John’s job with IBM kept the family moving around the

United States. Every time they moved & found a home, it was time to find a church. Both wrestlers very active at every church they joined.

Through the years, Mary Ann was a piano teacher for over 50 years, taught school with the Clear Creek Ind. School District. She loved china painting, volunteered for over 25 years with Bay Area Meals on Wheels. She also was a china painter, loved to read, cook and work in her yard. After retirement, she & John traveled in Europe & the United States with life long friends.

There was not a person she ever came across that did not smile after being with her. This was her greatest gift.

She is survived by her son Jay Turner & wife Jan. Daughter Janis Hall & husband Steve. Her brother Ben Lester & wife Marsha. Many nieces & nephews. 4 Grandpets & countless friends

A heartfelt Thank You to ALL the associates and residents of the Shores of Clear Lake for making Mary Ann feel safe and comfortable her last 5 years

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be in her memory to MFA Ministry at Clear Lake United Methodist Church, Bay Area Meals on Wheels, or your favorite pet rescue.