In Loving Memory of
Darrel Henry Turner
October 29, 1949 – October 9, 2022
Memorial Service on Thursday, October 20, 2022
Vermilion, Alberta
Interment Friday, October 21, 2022
Evergreen Memorial Gardens
Edmonton, Alberta
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Darrel Henry Turner was born October 29, 1949 in Vermilion, Alberta and passed away peacefully on Sunday October 9, 2022 at 10:42 AM MDT in the Wainwright, Alberta, Health Centre with family and co-workers at his side. Darrel grew up on the family farm south of Vermilion. Darrel attended Woodvale School, walking distance from the family farm, until grade 9, before going to J.R. Robson School in Vermilion.
Darrel worked on the family farm and briefly in Fort McMurray after high school. Darrel committed his life to God at Greenshields convention in 1961 and began participating in fellowship on Sunday mornings at the home of Hugh and Ruby Pearman. He offered to give his life in service to the ministry at Greenshields convention preparations in 1970 and entered the ministry in 1971. Tom Young was his first co-worker. Darrel had an exceptional connection with children and young people throughout his ministry and served with a song in his heart that was often expressed from his lips.
Darrel served with his co-workers in Alberta, Northern BC, the Yukon and Manitoba, before getting the call to labour in Vietnam. On January 20, 1995, Darrel and his co-worker Simon Cheung flew from Hong Kong to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, beginning 23 years of service in God’s work there including 2 years in Laos. Darrel loved Vietnam, where he was known as Anh Đại, from the bustling cities to the solitude of the countryside. He was enthusiastic in his love for Vietnamese food and diligent in his daily walk. Above all he clearly demonstrated his compassion for the souls he laboured for and will be most remembered for his unwavering faith as he walked with God.
Darrel will be lovingly remembered by his siblings: brother Dennis (Dianne) Turner of Edmonton, Alberta; his twin sister Carol (Ken) Booth of Medicine Hat, Alberta; brother Wilbur of Kelowna, BC; brother Willis (Bonnie) Turner of Abbotsford, BC; sister-in-law Colleen Turner of Leduc, Alberta; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and the co-workers he laboured with. Darrel was predeceased by his father Charles (Harry); brother Erling Turner; stepfather Robert (Bob) Sharp; mother Edna Sharp; brother Calvin Turner.
The family would like to gratefully acknowledge Darrel’s co-workers who tenderly cared for him during his declining health, those who cared for him at home and the staff at the Vermilion and Wainwright Health Centres. The many visits by Darrel’s co-workers, friends and family with gifts of food, flowers and love were greatly appreciated.
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Memories go to the first time we met Darrel. It was arranged for he and Morris Grovum to spend a few nights in our home in August 1973 between the two conventions @ Olympia. He came with enthusiasm and interest in us all. I was 15, my sister Laureen was 18, my parents glad to have Albertan visitors. Have thought of and appreciated these men ever since, Darrel made such good use of his opportunities in life to share himself, his love, his faith, his joy in life because of the hope he had through believing in Jesus and eternal life. An inspiration to me..and to many, with Thanks, Dan
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Our times with Darrel are memorable. In 1995, we were with others at the HK airport as we saw Darrel and Simon off to Viet Nam.
Later in 2001, we saw Darrel in Hanoi. Quiet, unseen,, as a serpent on a Rock. The sting of death was not in His tail; but, rather the balm of life was in His tale. He spoke without speaking.
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I first met Darrel when I went to Vietnam to teach English in Hanoi in 2003. I instantly felt a bond between us and had many rich days together with him until I left Vietnam in 2012.
One of my richest memories is when he had to move from his bach in Hanoi and came to stay with me for a few weeks before relocating. We had some very rich fellowship together.
His most memorable gospel message for me personally was a story he told about a little seed that had lodged in the crack of a huge boulder and it put down roots and became so powerful it split the boulder in two. It was a beautiful illustration of the power of the gospel to split and soften the hardest of hearts.
Thank you, Uncle Darrel, for all you meant to us.
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With sympathy. Thankful for good, friendly memories of time together at a gathering in HK several years ago.
Howard and Jennifer Fortson, Berkeley, CA (family of Joan Turkington)
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Our sincere condolences to the Turner Family. Darrel had such a profound impact on so many lives through his kindness and love.
Bruce & Rachel Munro
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Darrel has been a dear friend and inspiration to us, his memories will linger and continue to be an encouragement .
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You are highly remembered by our Chinese workers and friends . We were so inspired by your gentle humble spirit and especially what you shared with us in the conv. time back to 2014 summer. We love you dear uncle Darrel .
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Grateful for Darrel’s beautiful testimony of kindness and care for all.
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We have wonderful memories of Darryl, was a wonderful kind caring servant . Just living for others , We will miss Darryl in Alberta. But heaven is rejoicing because of gain.
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Dear Darrel’s family ~ Such a privilege for us to be able to enter into the funeral service for Darrel. He was so dearly loved and respected by all. We appreciated very much, Willis, the eulogy you gave ~ sharing your beloved brother’s life with us. Thinking of you all, Don & Edith-Anne Clegg
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The thought that came to me when I heard Darrel had passed away was a very mighty gentle warrior for truth has passed to Eternity to be with his Father., Showing us it is possible to walk in this world and be true, kind, gentle, caring, thankful, etc. when the Christ within is on the throne. So very grateful for the day Jack and Darrel brought the Gospel to our home. Grateful for true servants. We have learned that a true servant is one that makes life better for another. That is exactly what happened. Our lives were made so very much better because two men were willing to go and leave their homes and own plans behind. I am forever grateful.
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Darrel’s example was much appreciated. He so faithfully and willingly filled the place given to him.
My deepest sympathy to the Turner family and his fellow servants.
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Such an incredible life God planned for Darrel! Instead of sowing natural seed on the family farm he sowed the seed of the gospel all over the world. And such a bountiful harvest! Thank you, Turner family, for sharing your brother with the rest of the world. He became a brother to many, ourselves included. So thankful for his Godly influence that will remain with us.
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I know it is later on the Oct 21, 2022
Wishing you are your family all the best, sorry for your lost.
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I was at preps at Lacombe after my first year in the work when Harry & Edna brought Darrel to start in the work – June 1, 1971. He was with us a couple days before leaving for preps at Didsbury. That was just the beginning of a long and special “brother” relationship; fed by the year we spent together in the Yukon, many wiring projects at preps and visits in later years in Viet Nam. I think we all are inspired by him to just focus on our journey a little more that we too can have a harvest as he showed us how.
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We were not able to make it to the funeral in Vermilion for Darrel, but were so thankful we were able to watch the service after the fact. Thank you to Willis and team for making this possible. We have special memories of our time with Darrel in Vientiane, Laos. We have special memories of cruising down the Mekong river, Darrell laughing while Dave Hermanson was coaxing us to eat a cricket delicacy. At the time, Darrel was involved in putting together a new hymnbook, translating hymns from English to Vietnamese, no small task.. He told us it was a wonderful exercise, forcing him to study the words of each hymn carefully, to meditate on them. in order to translate. Joy and singing are so often interwoven. It fed our hearts to feel the joy in the Lord that Darrel obviously had. He will be missed. Our hearts go to his family in this time of loss.
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This slideshow is a testament to a beautiful Godly spirit, full of love, acceptance, and faithfulness. Rest in peace dear brother!
~Donald & Rolanda Eadie
Rimbey, Alberta
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Uncle Darrel was a very special friend to Vanessa and I. He was at our wedding. In the early 2000’s I had the special privilege on 3 different occasions of meeting Darrel and other workers in Hongkong as they were all arriving for conventions and I was always there at that time for business. Almost one year ago Uncle Darrel had a part in Our Dad’s funeral. Such a comforting spirit and one who had an interest in everyone he came in contact with. He has gone on to the Home that he was seeing from the “top of the Mountain “
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My greetings to all of Darrels family and sending my condolences to all. Not to just the family but to each who is mourning the loss of this very special brother in the family of God who spent his life to his very last days helping others.
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Darrel’s ministry was powerful, I met him in Vietnam in 2007. His spirit was excellent.
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We’re very grateful for God’s work in anh Đại’s life. Grateful for him was willing to be sent by God to our country.Our hearts were touched and fed on by the Lamb’s sentiments that were revealed in his way of life. We never forget the difficult years for him as he faced many challenges and problems of the situation of God’s house in Vietnam. But God knew his love for God’s name and for the sake of God’s Kingdom, He helped him so he could cope. We’re grateful to God and delighted to see the results and prosperity he has contributed greatly to bring for God’s work in Vietnam now, as he courageously and faithfully carries out his responsibilities that God entrusted for him in Vietnam years ago. He fought the good fight. We deeply appreciate this. Sure, we will miss him, but our hearts are filled with joy and comfort to know now he’s in Heaven and truly rest with God forever.
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We felt so privileged to attend Darrel’s funeral service online and were touched and inspired by what we heard and read about his life. Our sincere condolences to his family, co-workers and the friends.
Alec & Marianna Wright
South Africa
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I met Darryl in 2003 during a visit to VN….I’m sure he wouldn’t remember me~but I followed him. from list to list.
His service has deeply touched me: amazing how one can feel condemned & inspired at the same time…his zest for life~his abandoning of ALL to fit into God’s place for him~accepting whatever was his portion with Grace…leaves me to begin anew today, inspired to fill my tiny place..
His influence will leave a continuing impact on many lives~mine being one.
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We were very sorry we couldn’t attend Darrel’s funeral in person, but were able to listen online. Darrel was very dear to us, remembering special times we had in Yellowknife years ago. He was an inspiration to us then, and now has encouraged us to reach the top of the mountain. a real example to us all.
Dave & Dianne Kneesch
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Vern and I have many happy memories of days Darrel spent in our home during Special meetings a couple years ago
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What a very, very well lived live! Impressing. And how great he could learn that very very very difficult language.. I never could learn it.. God knew hè could. I can understand he will be missed dearly. Hope you all find comfort of Him who can give the best comfort..
Love out of Europe
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Thank you for being true to God’s plan for you. You inspire me
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A wonderful faith filled brother gone on to his reward.he will be sorely missed
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These days, we, Vietnamese friends
miss uncle Darrel – Anh Đại a lot.
He was very dear to all of us in Vietnam’s Churches.
Anh Đại was the fisrt workers who told me about God in 1995 in Hanoi.
I’m so thankful to know him. And I’m so thankful for the time he was here – trying to help me know the way of God, help me to understand how much God loves me.
He was the first one who taught me how to pray for love and mercy from God.
When he was here in Hanoi, we were so happy to have him with us for fellowship meetings and Gospel classes. He was the big help & encouragement for us. He trully was our “Người Anh Em Yêu Dấu” here in Việt Nam. He was our Vietnamese dear brother.
My heart was touched when uncle Willis began the Memorial Service by “Xin chào”. I believe that Darrel would love to hear “Xin chào“ once again and he would smile there.
Good bye our dear brother Darrel. Hope to see you someday in the Kingdom!
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Darrel Turner, as his name says, so it is that in his last days one prodigal Turned to God. Darrel was indeed a turner, for someone to God. Glory be to God…
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Uncle Darryl was some of the first worker I’ve met in Vietnam before being adopted by some of the friends in WA state, USA. I vividly remember riding in the front of the motorbike with uncle Daryl in Vietnam as a little girl. He told me in Vietnamese, sister, don’t be afraid as my little brother and I hung on to him as he navigate the chaotic Vietnamese traffic and people looking at us (here this Canadian man with 2 little Vietnamese kid). I will never forget uncle Darryl’s soft smiles, gentle spirit, and infectious laugh. He had a way about him that always brought peace and calmness. I will miss him. I’m thankful I met uncle Darryl and will always remember his spirit. Canada was his first home, then Vietnam, now he can finally say he’s truly HOME. I can’t wait to see him HOME someday.
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My Sincere Sympathy to the Turner Family
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A special servant and brother and friend; an inspiration with his joy & thankfulness to share with people everywhere. So precious that God gets the glory for each life truly lived in Jesus’ Way of Love & conrol
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Darrel’s love for souls was deeply rooted, especially in Việt Nam. We laboured together here for close to 20 years. Morris G
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We have known Darrel for many years. Always a pleasure to have in your home. He will be missed.
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Darrel was a very special person, he loved what he did and that was preaching the gospel. Always had such an interest in people.Our Nelson memories are the times we would go with Darrel when he would visit the King Bros. in the valley of the Porcupine Hills. . We will never forget the zeal he had and love for people to get to know the God of Heaven.
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Our condolences goes out to the Turner family. So thankful for Daryl’s life, all his help in the early years of his
work.
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Sending condolences and prayers to your family, love Iva.
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Our thanks to James Lindsey (worker in our E. WA field) for this link. A great privilege to witness this memorial. What we heard about the spirit of acceptance in Jesus and in Darrel I want to pray for in my life.
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Our thoughts & care go to Darrel’s family, co-workers & friends. We so enjoyed our privileges in Viet Nam in 2008. Darrel was so kind in all his planning for us—even, too, calling friends saying I would rather ride the bikes than in the mini vans. Like Darrel I loved the friends in VN—the work of God in their hearts. With the live stream today of Darrel’s memorial service & the pictorial tribute lots off special memories came flooding over me again. Glad for Darrel’s years of labor both in VN & home. With sympathy & care, Sharon Carroll (now laboring in IN).
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Darrel was very special to our family.
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Very nice service for Darrel! We had special times with him in the 70’s when he was in the Evansburg field with Robert Morton. Later whenever we spoke with him he had very good stories about Vietnam! He very obviously loved his time there!
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I appreciate so much the memories of Darrel that he left behind. When he spoke of going home his face lit up with pure joy.
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Bless you Darrel for your faithfulness in taking the gospel to so many needy souls. You finished the work God asked you to do. May we all continue to follow faithfully.
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He will be missed by many but lots of memories!
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One very dreary morning on the farm I was getting the children off to school and an ultra light plane landed in our drive way. Darryl and Ken jumped out and announced that they had come for a bible study before the kids went to school. We had a bible study and coffee . Even the school bus driver remembered that because she couldn’t turn around in our driveway. The kids missed school that morning, but the sun was shining at the McGladdery farm
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We have some special memories of Darrel. He was always such a caring brother and we’re grateful for his faithful, Godly spirit. Our sincere sympathy to all the family.
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For who can work so wondrously as Thou Almighty One.
We so thankful that Darrell Life & Love for the true Gosple witnessed the work of
God.
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Thank-you for sharing your life with this needy world, Darrell.
Thoughts are with all the family as they lay their beloved brother to rest. So many lives have been touched. Darrell definitely had many ‘brothers and sisters’ and many ‘homes’. Now he has gone to his heavenly home.♥️🍁♥️
Bryan and Joyce Dixon
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We have fond memories of Darrels’ helpful messages at the convention here at Prince George.
One special word that he used often was Wonderful! Today we witness a Wonderful Victiory!
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I appreciate Darrell’s love for God, the gospel, and God’s people, and his care and kindness extended to all. Thankful I could watch his service today.
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Thoughts of sympathy to the family.A beloved brother who left us all a wonderful example of the reaping of a faithful life.Thank you Darrel ,you encouraged me in dying so the reaping can be life eternal.
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What a privilege to have met, to have heard his messages, and to know God took him home. His name was so well honoured today..
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So special to be able to join in Darrel’s funeral. We will never forget his great joy in sharing his vision over the mountain at Greenshields. A brother to all of us..
Jerry & Donna Lange
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Watched funeral online. Thankyou for the messages and memories.
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A deep lover of souls..really a comfort to all. His LOVE and JOY is very evident. His life would give courage to others to keep fighting for the best.
From the Phillipines
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I did not know him but being a faithful servant of God and following his brothers letters from Canadian friends I felt privileged to share in that measure in his dedication to the gospel. His eternal rest is a wonderful gift for all his years of faithful service and love of souls. Sandra Furlini, Idaho state
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I have so many fond memories of times with Darrel. He was always a friend and brother. My most indelible memory of Darrel was when my companion and I visited him in Vietnam. I saw a man who was profoundly deeply content in his place and loved where he was and the souls he labored for. Our thoughts are with the family and friends both in Alberta and Vietnam these days. Darrel left an influence we won’t forget.
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I will forever remember the Godly spirit Darell always walked in every time I saw him he lit up the room in gospel mttg home special mttgs conventions I knew Darell not only loved God with all his all heart and soul mind he as well walked sober in all of God’s words was faithful this is true example of Jesus
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Darrel holds a very special place in our hearts.
Our sympathy to the Turner family.
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Surely appreciated his faithful life.
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We had the privilege of working with Darrell during our 3rd Viet Nam reunion in California in 2006. Those were very special days and we loved Darrel’s kind loving gentle spirit and guidance those days! My husband Jim was a moderator those days and he too had a brain tumor and lived only 5 months after surgery, radiation and chemo! I fear Darrell had a glioblastoma also! I am thankful for precious memories of both and that they are safely home!
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Darryl played a huge role in my adoption out of the world into a Godly home. This changed the entire course of my life. I am forever grateful!!! Such beautiful memories of such a special man!! He put God first every day of his life and left a beautiful example.
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Thinking of you all, with special love and care. Darrel’s life and example has been a beautiful influence on so many. Love the Lomax family
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Many good memories of Darrel whenever we visited and his love for souls
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Our thoughts with the Turner family. A wonderful life lived and has gone home. Harold and Linda Hartin
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Darrels connection with young folks had a profound impact on many of our lives. He had a love and zeal that exuded from him and he was a friend to all. He inspired us all to have a deeper relationship with God. He was instrumental in creating a bond between those that laboured and the church.. Many rich memories.
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Nothing but wonderful memories of Darrell beginning at the Bach in Hanoi long years ago. It was evident he loved our Father and ‘the flock’.
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We appreciated the brief times our paths crossed over the years and his care for our Vietnamese friends and all.
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We had the privilege of hosting Darrel in our home while he was caring for his brother Calvin. He really bonded with our son and I’ll never forget that and always appreciate his care for children. The last time we saw Darrel at Didsbury he knelt beside our son because he wanted a photo, even though Darrel was weakened in body, he made the effort to get down to a child’s level. It is a lesson I won’t soon forget. We will miss Darrel but know he has moved on to his reward. Much love to the Turner family.
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Thinking of the family, Alberta staff, and overseas staff that were all touched by Darrel’s life. He was a kind and brotherly companion, a joy to labor with. With you remotely, and I’m heart.
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Loving kind and true, a wonderful example
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Darrel my dearer worker, his life was so faithful, full of love and kindness. His life was example to me. I love Darrel his spirit so strong he helped me to keep faithful to trust in God hand. His life has influenced and will continue to help many others friends in this world. Thank you Darrel and his family.
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So thankful for the precious time we have had with Darrel in Vietnam for many years.
Glad for the wonderful place he has now in God’s Kingdom.
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An understanding friend in time of need
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He will be missed by servants & saints
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My memories go back to 1975 when I arrived in Whitehorse after a long road trip. I was welcomed by Darrel and Lawrence Hoover…neither one I had met before. Enjoyed my first year there so much. As the friends were far apart, I traveled with them sometimes…a memorial year.
I corresponded with Darrel, off and on, over the years.
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Thankful for this servant of God that helped my family every way possible. Loved to have him in our home. Pat
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Blessings and comfort to Darrel’s family and friends. May memories arise that honour loving connection. Dale and Colleen
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Darrel was a very special worker and brother to our family. We have many memories from our Peace River days with him.
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Our hearts were inspired when we were privilege to hear the story of climbing mountain at recent convention. Appreciate the effort of a soul till the end.
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Thinking of you all as we say goodbye to our cherished friend Darrel! He made a huge impact on the lives of all who knew him, especially the little ones!
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Sorry to miss the service, but will get the message and memories of Darrels love and zeal for the Kingdom will remain.
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so nice to be able to join in thinking of Darrel here. Wonderful memories
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We had the privilege have having Darrel in our Grande Prairie field with Jack Price. in the early 70s. We appreciated Darrel’s big smile and his spirit. That year new neighbors moved into our community from Wisconsin. Another American family in the city happened to get acquainted with them through work. An invitation was extended to attend gospel mtgs and a wonderful mission followed. We are thankful for that year and Darrel’s contribution to all of us at that time and his ministry until death. With much appreciation, Leonard & Sharon
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Appreciated Darrel when David Jury left home for work. Thelma
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Another dear brother gone onto his well deserved reward. Loved all the words of encouragement Darrel always shared with us. We will certainly miss his kindly presence amongst us.
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A special prince amongst men!
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Especially grateful for Darrel and his contribution to the Kingdom. Our care and prayers are with the family in their loss.
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Very thankful for Darrel’s faithfulness in service and we will be forever grateful for the little trip from Hythe to Leduc last year with Darrell.
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Thinking of the Turner family at this time with our sincere condolences, Garth and Heather Campbell
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Another faithful Servant gone on to his reward….our thoughts are with you all at this time.
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I didn’t know Darrel well. But his ministry and messages always inspired and encouraged me.
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Goodbye to a dear friend. You were an inspiration to all of us.
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Caring thought go continually to each one of the Turner family and your sorrow in the loss of a dear brother. and uncle, and brother-in-law. I know God has prepared very special Comfort for your hearts today, as Darrel has for so many of us along the way.
We have enjoyed a quiet bond with Darrel through Willis taking our Bonnie into his family, a happy day for all of us who loved and wanted the very best for her!
It was encouraging to think of Darrel’s faithfulness as we laboured :together “far upon the wall” too, in past years… So Grateful… Carol N.
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Condolences to Darrel’s family and co-workers. I didn’t know Darrel well but the few times I spoke with him, his homily and kindness shone!
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We have fond memories of Darrel in the spring of 19.79 at Peers.. An inspirational teacher to the children with lasting memories for us all.
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We have fond memories of Darrel in the spring of 19.79 at Peers.. An inspirational teacher to the children with lasting memories for us all.
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We remember Darrel Turner starting in the work many years ago, and a young companion with Jack Price
in Hudson Hope,B.C. Colleen Knowles(Prive) made her choice when she was still 7 years old with George
Hunter. We will always love the care that was given to our Family with those workers. They cared for everyone.
Our thoughts are with all of you that are gathered, and we are thankful to Families that have a worker from
their own Family. Thankyou to all who labor for Souls with Christs Compassion for all.
Barbara Knowles & Colleen Prive, Dawson Creek,B.C.
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I never really knew you but my brother Harvey Purves worker did
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Dennis ,Carol,Willis and Wilbur. Thinking of you all as you say goodbye to a wonderful brother We have so so many memories of our time spent in your folks home and sorry we cannot be there today with you all but glad that we can enter in by Zoom.
He stood for truth and his meek and quiet spirit will remain in our hearts
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Many happy memories of Darrel when the workers visited – I was still home at the time. Darrell had a wonderful sense of humour and there was much laughter during those times. He was serious about God’s work and was always willing to answer or clarify questions in a way I understood.
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Thinking of you all with love! Special memories of our times with him in VN and elsewhere around the globe. We do appreciate his dedication, zeal, and inspiring example throughout the years. Heaven’s gain!!
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Firm, loving and so kind just like our Lord.
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Our sincere sympathy to the Turner Family Marilyn & Hugh HAZELWOOD
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Condolences to the family and workers and friends , I first met Darrel when he was on a visit home to the Priebe farm with Garry before I professed , then latter in late 70 ,Darell was in this field with Robert Morton , left a deep impression on me loved his kind and gentle way . Shirley Minelli .
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Australia greetings dear family and loved ones -we sorry for the pain you feel. Thank you for sharing all the life photos so we can meet this bother and just love his smile on all the photos. He look so happy and satisfied.
Thankyou for the pianist for playing no stop it was Beautiful
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I did not believe when receiving the bad news. All the memories of you Darrel suddenly appear to me in a very special way. I still remember clearly the afternoon we first met in Hanoi in 2004, a Canadian gentleman with kind smile and tender voice really impressed me. I love your sharing as if God was preaching me. Then I was fortunate enough to have met you 3 other times in Saigon later, particularly when you and Anh Cuong offered my wife and myself a big bowl of Pho. It was 2018 and I never thought it was our last time seeing each other. These wonderful memories will still live on in our heart. Definitely, you will be lovingly remembered and missed, Darrel.
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Our caring thoughts go to all the Turner families at this time. The special occasions we had with Darrell were usually tied to our living close to the Willis Turner family who we’ve enjoyed fellowship with through the years. We’re so grateful for Darrel’s encouraging example and sharing in many meetings and conventions. His ministry and friendship will surly be missed.
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I only met Darrel a short while ago but he has had a profound effect on me. I will always remember his gentle nature and his exhortation to “climb the mountain of prayer.” Although he has gone ahead I hope to someday catch up with him. In loving memory, Martin.
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So thankful for this beloved brother and shepherd, whose living example of faith in, and faithfulness to, our living God and His way of life, encourages and inspires us.
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We are so grateful to our brother Darrel for his laboring in Vietnam.
He and brother Chau visited us in Wisconsin that greatly inspired our soul. We always remember his humble spirit. Our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
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I first met Uncle Darrel in Vietnam in 2009 and I will never forget his gentle lamb spirit. His kindness will be forever remain in our heart. We had the privilege of having Uncle Darrel stay in our home and had the privilege hearing his last message at conventions. We will miss his cheerful nature!
Josie, Ed & Isabela
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I am so glad that he is now seeing all the beauty, and his wonderful Heavenly Father he has been ministering about, for so many years. We will miss him but his joy, now, softens any grief we may have.
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We have greatly appreciated his lived& spoken testimony
We will be thinking of you Willis& Bonnie & all your family tomorrow
Dave & Enid McLernon
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So thankful to our beloved brother Darrel who followed the footsteps of our loving Jesus till the end. Because of Darrel’s faithfulness the Lord has used his life and his ending to assure us once again that His promise to His servants never fails and it’s not in vain to serve our Lord Jesus., so encouraging to me. I have appreciated Darrel as a responsible elder brother in Vietnam staff many years.
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Glad for and will always remember the time he had here with us in Ipoh, Malaysia. Thankful for how God used his life to be a great help and encouragement to all here through hiis spirit and what he spoke that came about from his love of God and His people. Thoughts and condolences go out to his family and loved ones.
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We will always remember and love Darrell. Gordon and his family and his loving first Wife Grace, over the years, as myself and first husband Hugh (Derrick) and our children in our home.
Gordon and I had the privilege of going down to Didsbury this summer and hearing about the other side of the mountain.
Now he is there.
So faithful and a Christ like spirit he had.
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Grateful Memories.
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Our deepest condolences. Kevin Haines, Blaine Haines, Michelle Patram and families.
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We first met Darrel in Hong Kong 1995 in downtown. A young man taking on a large world as he travelled onto Hanoi VN with Simon at the rear.
After that time we have had many good visits and appreciated all that Darrel has done.
We are thinking of you all at this time and know the great comforter is with you all.
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David and I were always thankful for his time he spent in Calgary with Jack Price. He was so full of vigor for the Gospel. It was our privilege to be at Didsbury convention this year
and feel his love for everyone.
Rodney and Betty
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We have known Darrel since the 1980’s
Many fond memories and many uplifting
gospel meetings. Our thanks from Maurice and Alice Rondeau
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Thinking of you all so very much! Always appreciated the way Darrel was the same no matter where or when you saw him. The same big, beautiful, welcoming smile and warm handshake. Just one year ago, it was Darrel , reaching out so often to our family as we said goodbye to our dad with an encouraging word. It was so encouraging to us. He truly lived for others.
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Good morning from far south. I am remembering the Turner family from my first year in the Work, being the Vermilion field.
Your hearts will be sad and yet glad for precious memories and knowing what can be produced by a seed that falls into the ground and dies.
We hope to join you all via ZOOM on Thursday. A sister, Leona Dreger
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So many memories of Darrel and my family. He was so special to us. A faithful servant.
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I knew him from the time we were in the family home in 1962 the best to his family
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Don’t believe Darrel ever came to our convention here at Boring. He was scheduled for Saginaw one year, and our daughter in law, Marlene Tschetter Rumsey, was so excited and they’d made plans to go see and hear him, but don’t believe he got there as it was the year his mother died? Right? Seems we heard him in BC one year….and if my memory serves me right, I remember him as being a humble, godly, but also fun loving man. Lovely to think of him enjoying now what he lived for in a fuller measure than he ever could on earth. More and more I find myself envying those who get to go home. We lost our precious Dean Brewer in June. Very unexpectedly. We still deeply feel the loss.
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I will forever be grateful for Darrel’s help in Hanoi when I lived there. As many others I valued his meek and quiet spirit which greatly inspired my soul. Also valued his help in meetings and will remember thoughts he shared with us.
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I thank God for the wisdom He granted Darrel and the effect he had on my life.
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When we think of Darrel, we reflect on his kindness and dedication. We shall always remember his influence and focus on helping others.
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Darrrel’s smile, spirit and enthusiastic love for souls is unforgettable. One of our memories of Darrel goes back to Didsbury days. He told those of us working in the dining shed that a spirit of service was more important than efficiency. He just wanted each of us to do our best. He, too, gave his best till God took him home.
Our sympathy to Darrel’s family in the loss of a dear brother.
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I (Bonnie) and my twin brother, Don, met Daryl and his twin sister, Carol, in Saskatoon many years ago. We met again 4 years ago at Disbury and Daryl was the same pleasant, kind and caring person as when we first met. Truly a man to inspire everyone and was living proof that you can never go wrong with kindness. He will be greatly missed.
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In 1969, Jack Price had mentioned to me that Darrel was the one of the best and now I still think of him as one the best.
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Darrel’s smile and warmth will always be remembered. I will always appreciate his humble spirit. He had God’s peace, brought his peace and has now left us withGod’s peace.
May he rest in peace.
Love from your friends in Denmark.
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We enjoyed having Darrell with us in Kenya for special meetings a few years back.
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I am grateful to have met Darrell at convention this past year. Memories of him will not be forgotten. The picture of him sitting on the platform. Faithful young brothers by his side.
Rest in peace. Darrell.
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To know Darrel was to love him…. because the sweet Spirit of Christ was so evident and so inspiring. I met Darrel in his early years in the work and his happy smile, his enthusiasm, his great sense of humor made him very special, but it was his love for souls and his keen interest in everyone he talked to that left a huge impression and influence in my young life. His family was very special to me as well. It has been a privilege beyond all words to follow Darrel through his last weeks, days and hours as he continued to pour out his love and strength for others…until the final moment when an angel carried him Home. It inspires me to look forward to our eternal Home with love and faith like Darrel had.
My love and prayers to his family. May his influence continue to live on! ❤️
Loretta Smith (Hoare)
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We will miss Darrell but so happy he’s in the place he lived his life for. He was such a joy and inspiration in our home especially our early years of marriage.
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We are so grateful to know Darrel. We extend true sympathy to his family and all those friends that also knew and loved him as well.
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Condolences to all the family and friends .. my dad drove school bus in the community for many years and my mom would have Erling over for visits , great neighbors and friends .. sorry for your loss.
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Darrel has been a wonderful friend to our family for the last 50 years.. His love for our souls was the highlight. Sendin Much comfort for those close to him who will miss his happy visits..
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Darrel will always be my big brother. He taught me a lot of things, including how to drive. He had me driving the grain truck on the farm when I had to stand up to shift gears as I wasn’t tall enough to reach the clutch while seated. I will always cherish the times that Darrel visited with me and my partner and stayed in our home when he was on home visits from Vietnam. He truly demonstrated a gracious and loving spirit and was very kind to us. That will never be forgotten.
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What amazing joy to think he’s with his Heavenly Father now.
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Dear Darrel’s family: we had a privilege to have Darrel’s visit at our home last summer (July 2021) a few days before the Almonte convention (Ontario). My father enjoyed speaking Vietnamese with him. We didn’t know it was the last time to see him. He will be missed. May God’s comfort and strength be with you during this difficult time.
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The journey towards Heaven. “It’s worth it to climb the mountain.”
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Our condolences to the Turner family.
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Heartfelt Sympathy from the Philippines.
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Darrel, you were a wonderful friend to me over the years we both spent in Asia. You were encouraging to all of us, Mike Thorsteinson
2004-2012
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My thoughts & prayers are with the Turner family as they lay to rest a dear & caring brother.
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A faithful servant…to the end…
Such an inspiration to us all…
Hugs to the family…
With love and care…Richard & Becky Wodelet
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Darrel will always have a special place in our hearts. He stood by us when one brother passed into eternity. He stood by another brother, to hear the cry of the prodigal wanting to return. Darrel’s quiet spirit always manifested his “excellent spirit”. He remembered everyone by name, right to the end. How special was that ? But then, Darrel was special…..A friend and a servant of God.
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I love Darrell Turner and I am so thankful that he was my friend. Darryl helped me in the journey of life as he did many others. It was a privilege To know Darryl. May I always remember Darrell Turner.
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Darrel’s love and faithful service in the ministry will forever be remembered ❤…Still echoed in the my heart what Darrel has been shared during our conv.here in HK,he said,”Do you love your soul?…
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Always found our visits with Darrell to be encouraging and very much appreciated !!We will miss him – the neighbor boy who never passed us by when he was in our area !My sympathy for all the family-he will be missed but remembered by so many of us as a good friend and a faithful servant!!! Peggy Young
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We have deeply appreciated Darrel’s life in the Ministry. He had a sincere love for souls, for God’s people, and for the lost sheep..
Like someone said, “ Every Worker that dies in the Ministry, strengthens the Kingdom. “ Darrel surely did his part in strengthening the Kingdom, . His zeal for truth was a strength and encouragement to all..
Alan and Annemarie Blonke.
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Valued every message I ever heard from Darrel. We have lost a wonderful shepherd,
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Darrel’s love and faithful service in the ministry will forever be remembered ❤.
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Sending my deepest condolences to your family! 🌸🍂 God took another angel home💕 May the loving memories of Uncle Darrel & his living example of faith forever remain in our hearts.
Brenda
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A caring shepherd for the flock who never failed to encourage us to feed on the lamb and to gave our joy in Jesus. Will always rem his love and cheerfulness . His life inspires us to press on till we reach the goal.
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I hope I will never forget Darrel’s beaming smile whenever he came into meeting, or any room for that matter! I remember even as a small child, I didn’t yet understand much of what was said in those meetings, but that smile and the ever-present peace that was felt, that was inspirational…. whatever was making Darrel so joyful, I wanted to have that in my life! I recently found some gems from Darrel from over 30 yrs. ago. He’d said, (in reference to the word, example, and Spirit)…” what we see remains longer than what we hear, and what we feel remains longer than what we see…”
I’m so grateful that what remains for me, is a memory that encourages me to press on in earnest!
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Some times, we hear a person’s name, and our hearts glow. There are many Loving Brethren around the world we don’t see much. Yet oh how we remember their thoughts they have shared. The picture they paint upon our hearts, of those that have chosen to follow Jesus, and we learn of the beautiful Brethren all over this earth.
The Love that shines out of a companionable heart glowing within their warm eyes.
No doubt of the care for the flock, within that Faithful heart. What an amazing privilege to have met them, and had part with them in a Meeting, Special Meeting, Gospel Meeting, and Convention.
This wonderful man, showed us the meaning of Brotherly Love. JESUS has Darrel in his Loving arms, and the joy he is partaking in is breathless.
My wholehearted Thankfulness to his family, frends, and Co-Workers, who Loved and encouraged his choice to walk with Jesus, and taught us all, there is no other path greater, than the path Christ left for us, and how to follow faithful till safely in our Heavenly Father’s arms. May we all remember the cost of a loving Brother’s life for ours!
Love a sister in Christ,
Brenda
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Remembered Darrel and Simon Cheung came to Sabah Convention in 1996. Hearing their amazing stories from Vietnam and after sometime had opportunity to meet those friends they were talking about.. Around 2006 i had the privilege of visiting Vietnam. Darrell’s message had always been powerful touches our hearts ideeply.
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Darrel has always had a special place in my life and heart since I was a child. His love for God’s way and will had a great impression on my life and was an encouragement for me to choose wisely for myself.
My memory of Darrel will always be of a life “well lived”.
My husband, Tim, appreciated getting acquainted with him in more recent years.
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Thinking of you all. Uncle Darrel was very special to our family. Thinking of you all. Sorry for your loss
Loretta and Joan Ralph (Sharp)
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A labour that has a rich reward .
We are glad for the years that we have known Darrel .
A new body awaiting in eternity .
Larry & Gladys Lee
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So very thankful for Darrel, and his beautiful example and influence!
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So loved meeting & being with Darrel, in Jonathan & Esther Vu’s home for dinner. Certainly a VERY SPECIAL TIME
Sincere Sympathy to the Family.
j/b vdb in Calif.❤️💕🌺
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Remembering Darrel
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Loving thoughts & prayers to the family.
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Remembered with thanks for our special privilege in Cambodia and a thought-provoking overnight visit to Laos. Thank you Darrel for all you shared with others during your lifetime and now you can wait in peace for God’s eternal reward. In love and respect, Darrel and Kathleen McEachern
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Thanks, Darrel, for completing the journey in true faith and love. Memories of you will help us all.
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Anh Đại (Darrel) is a life of overcoming, it’s already a living message. We appreciate his love for the Truth but not praise of men. When we went through difficult experiences we understand and appreciate him in his difficulties that he went through more. He helped us how to live upright before God. We are so thankful for his coming and his laboring in Vietnam in Our Father’s Will, it will help us to keep going till we get to eternal Home as he did.
Thank you anh Đại!
Many thanks to workers and friends who cared for Darrel.
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Darrel had been very brotherly and communicatively in his lifetime.. we had appreciated his love for souls wherever he had been.. Grateful for his spirit of acceptance. Indeed, he was well loved by brethren and his friends and siblings as he had loved them. A very distinctive mark of our Master was evident throughout his life and ministry.
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Darrel’s message at Greenshields this year will always stay with me
What hope we have if we continue in the way of truth. Darrel has showed us such a example…how to finish our course in this life.
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Darrel gave us godly council and stood by us in some difficult times. We have so admired his steadfastness in his own difficult days. We have been enriched by his life.
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As we both share similar vintage with Darrel, it strengthened the bond of brotherhood and love for each other. Having had the privilege of spending time in Viet Nam with Darrel and attending the very first Sunday AM meeting in Hanoi without the use of our hymn books, it will never be forgotten. He shared so helpfully the cost by which the Gospel is brought. He mentioned that at Hythe Convention there has been a lack of water to supply the needs of Convention. He asked U. Willis for advice and he said we must pay the price to dig deep and reach adequate water by which they did and have enjoyed adequate since. We are most grateful for Darrel’s efforts in all his fields that helped establish men, women, boys and girls become established in the Faith. We are most appreciative for the love administered to Darrel these final months and feel thankful to be apart of such a loving family.
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We can only think of Darrel with love and respect for a life well lived in the service of God and the wonderful testimony of his journey home. An encouragement to any to strive for a similar testimony. Harold and Linda Hartin, Coaldale, AB.
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To the Turner families…Sharon and I send our special thoughts and prayers to you all at this time. We have so much appreciated Darrel’s faithfulness as a servant of God…a faithful friend and brother to the very end. We rejoice with you even in this time of sorrow…when earthly ties are broken. Sending our love and special care to you all.
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Darrel is so appreciated by his giving spirit even when it was so difficult for him still he gave and so much!!
So thankful or his faithful life, and the joy in his heart that he just could not help sharing! Thankful for what memories he left with us, and his help and encouragement through the years.
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Words can’t express one’s feelings as we all face the loss of a very special brother in the gospel….He was at our Glen Valley conventions a few times over the years and I appreciated his always kind delivery even this last year as I have watched some funeral services he had a part in in Alberta….His special loving spirit with continue to inspire us as we continue to appreciate the legacy he left with us….
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Sharing a birth year with Darrel in this life and also in God’s family created a bond for us since the days that we met at Greenshields convention in our youth. Now you have gone on ahead true friend, we will continue to cherish the memories of special times and special messages.
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Darrel’s “pouring out” to the last has left a deep impression…pouring out at his last conventions, even Gospel meetings after convention when he had such little strength….in his hospital room! A vessel has to have something in it to pour out…and unless it is poured out it cannot meet a need in others. We are glad he has safely reached “the other side”.
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I cannot believe my good friend Darrel is gone. We went to school together we met in Mom and Dads home for as long as I can remember. Darrel and I went to FT Mac together.. Shared many laughs and crazy stuff that young kids do, I fondly remember Darrel as a very good friend. He shared with me the day He decided to go into the ministry at. Ft MacMurray . Alberta. In the basement of Morris and Ann Ingram’s home. .. there was lots we shared over the years that maybe no one else knows. Going to miss you good friend!
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“Help ‘us sing along the pathway
When the deeper cost we meet –
echoes of …”
Never met uncle Darrel but from over the world (Australian) we read his testimony and are Touch.
Thankful for this hymn and been encourage again
To the family Thank you for remembering uncle Darrel we all need help in the Way
Greetings 🇦🇺/🇿🇦
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Dear Ones –
In memory of our beloved Darrell – One thought he shared on a home visit from Vietnam – has ever remained with us. Darrell said “I have 3 homes – 1 in Vietnam; 1 here (in Canada) & 1 in Heaven”. It is to that eternal home, he has safely & thankfully arrived!
Sending our thoughts to comfort
Fritz & Joyce Buechi
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So very thankful for the example and inspiration that Daryl left behind, because of a closeness to his Father and Elder brother.
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Beautiful commentary for us to share as he as Lazarus waited for the angels to come.
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Dear family of Darrel ,
Our thoughts and prayers are with .. I was with Darrel last at Didsbury 2019 … his humble kind spirit was an inspiration to me . I carry this memory down here in chile . So thankful I can listen to the service .. special thoughts for Willis, Bonnie and family
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We appreciated Darrel’s time in our field. He helped us through our journey with advice and encouragement.. He showed a wonderful example of acceptance as his life ended.
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One year before he went to VN and I was on a visit home from Europe, we shared Special mtgs in WA/N. Idaho. His love for souls and the Word he shared was obvious. Impressions were made that have inspired me.
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I’m now 88, so my memories of the Turner family go away back, but probably my most treasured memory is of seeing and hearing Darrel pour out his heart at Greenshields on Sunday this year. During the dinner break he came in early to the meeting area, where he and I were able to renew acquaintance .. and share a huge, warm hug! [Darrel’s comment? ”We don’t get enough of these!”]
So glad for his safe journey home, and for those who accompanied him on that final voyage as long as they could!
My love to all the family .. Norma Cowan
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I fondly remember the times Darryl hosted many in his batch with lovely food and fellowship. I was happy to be a recipient of a few of those while I lived there for a short time with my dad. His heart was kind and his outreach was great. I remember his gentle spirit. Thanks for your service Darryl!
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I have many fond memories of Darrel and Tom Young in the Peace River area in my beginning of days in God’s way. Such a faithful brother.
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May you leave behind the footsteps for others to follow.
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We appreciate Darrel’s sacrifice poured out to the last drops!
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Happy happy memories of Darrell during his time in Vietnam, Hong Kong and China. An inspiration!
Also during his visit to the U.K.
we will miss him but grateful he has arrived home safely
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Darrel’s warmth of heart, evident joy of God’s salvation and quality time for one and all, spoke indelible volumes. It was an honor to have him for our Conventions in South Africa. I for one will evermore remember the precious chats he had with me more than once.
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Another faithful soul gone on to God. Thanks for all the bread from heaven you have shared down through the years. You will be so missed!
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We remember Darrel in Ke ya and Tanzania visiting us in our special meetings his help in our gatherings also in South African convention. Earthly loss but gain in Heaven. Dausi Mshana
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Dear Family
We carry you in our hearts these days.
We are so thankful for Darrel’s service.
For the deep, deep visits we had the privilege of having with him.
For his advice and help and encouragement
And we are thankful for our dear Workers who helped care for him.
We will never forget Darrel’s last messages at Convention this year
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Darrel was a great inspiration to me in my youth in Edmonton days.
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Our thoughts are with your family we have remembered many good times we had together….thinking of you
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I will always remember Darrel Turner as an enthusiastic vibrant brother with a ready smile wanting to help where necessary. My sympathies to the family and friends who will miss him.
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Darrel had been a great help and encouragement to me in many ways through the years. A true brother and friend indeed. Many of our friends in Vietnam have expressed their thankfulness to Darrel’s life and his love for the Truth and for us. It was my great privilege to have him as my first companion. We had shared many precious experiences together.
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I can still remember what he spoke at Boring conv on one of his early home visits from VN about our “mother tongue” getting in the way of learning the language of heaven. He was always so helpful.
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We feel for the family and co Workers of uncle Darrel… What a privilege we had to have Uncle Darrel with Andy (Nicky’s brother) Robijn for a brief visit in our home in Potchefstroom South Africa . So much enjoyed his presence and what he shared with us. Our kids loved him and his stories
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We will miss you and your caring smile and encouraging words always but so thankful for the influence you had on our lives all through the years
Sheridan & Bonnie Anderson
Annilee Joshua & Rebekah
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Our condolences to Darrel’s family and our appreciation for a race well run, ending in victory. We’re glad to have known Darrel through his years of service.
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We have fond memories of Darrel & Tom in our little home on the homestead during his first year in the work.
He was with us in later years as well, and was beloved by our family.
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Remembering Darrel’s big smile and from a child to adulthood his interest in our lives and his wonderful enthusiasm for Truth.
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You will be dearly missed by many friends and workers from all over the world uncle . We trust that you’re now resting in the Lord .
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Very special to have had three years with Darrel in Laos. His daily discipline and love for the Gospel and labor for a few souls there will be fondly remembered.
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I’m glad for the years I labored with Darrel in Vietnam. It was very evident that his heart was there with the Vietnamese people while he was there, & also after he returned to Canada.
It has been very special to be able to follow along on the last miles of his journey. It’s very beautiful to see fruit ripening, & sweetening, as God prepares to take it Home to be with Him.
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Dear family
Just think-
Of stepping on shore and finding it is heaven
Of taking hold of a hand and find it is God’s hand….
Of waking up and finding you’re home!
Darrel has left us with wonderful memories of kindness and a true example.
Shannon and Lynne Websdale
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Darrel was my father in the Gospel; such a true and spiritual brother, always such a help. We heard in our Gospel Meeting yesterday the list in Hebrews 11 just got longer. I am so thankful to have had the privilege of knowing Darrel, and pray memories of his gentle spirit will continue to influence me until I reach my journey’s end.
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Darryl a life of overcoming
So thankful for your years of service.