James P. Turner

June 18, 2025

James (Jim) P. Turner, 68, of Hollywood Florida, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 in Hamilton, NJ.

Born in Trenton and raised in Hamilton Township, NJ, James was a graduate of Hamilton High School West and Stockton University.  He later settled in Hollywood, Florida where he was a longtime resident.  He retired after many dedicated years of service with the City of Hollywood as a marine safety officer.

In his spare time, he enjoyed swimming, reading, rooting for the Miami Dolphins and laughing with his friends and family.

Predeceased by his parents, John J. and Theresa Turner; and wife, Patty Turner; he is survived by his sons, John Turner and William Turner; a brother, John (Charlene) Turner; sister, Eileen Steward; his girlfriend, Rosalie Mulé; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, John and Pam McGovern, George and Anne Coppa and Thomas and Teresa McGovern;  nieces and nephews, Ryan (Jennifer), Ben (Rebecca) and Jack(Tiffany) Turner, Jessica, Brian and Erin McGovern and Megan (Ashley) and Nicky Coppa; as well as many cousins and dear friends.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Buklad-Merlino Yardville Memorial Home, 30 Yardville-Allentown Road, Yardville, NJ.

A prayer service will be held at 1:00 p.m.

Cremation will be private and at the convenience of the family.

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