Turner, Harland Ross, of Liverpool. We are saddened to announce his passing on Saturday, January 17th, 2015, after a very short but courageous battle with cancer, at Queens General Hospital in Liverpool, where he was surrounded by family and friends 24/7.
Harland was born in Liverpool, the youngest son of Emelie and the late Lester Turner.
Upon his fathers death, he returned home to assume the family business and care for his Mom, which he did faithfully up to the day prior to his passing. He also began his own successful towing company. To those who knew Harland he had a heart as big as all outdoors and was a lover of animals. He was always there to lend a helping hand when needed, never saying no to anyone. His beautiful mischievous grin could light up any room and his sense of humor brought laughter to many.
In his younger years, he was a dedicated athletic and an accomplished equestrian. He continued to play basketball for enjoyment with a men’s group upon his return home. A country boy at heart, he was happiest at his little cabin that he built himself in Chelsea and clearing his land.
He is survived by his mom, Emelie Turner of Ridgewood Retirement home, Bridgewater, his older brother Kevin (Candy) of Vancouver and his niece Chennyne Lamrock of Eagle Head (Acadia University) whom he adored.
He was predeceased by his father Lester and his brother Quentin.
A graveside service will be held at a later date as per his request. Memorial donations may be made to The Lodge That Gives, 5826 South Street, Halifax, NS B3H-1S6. At this time we gratefully acknowledge the following: All departments of Queens General Hospital, the many calls and visits received. Special mention to Billy Tutty who spent so much time with him while he was home for Christmas holidays. We especially wish to thank all the nursing staff on 2nd floor who took such good care of Harland. And to all the physicians who were involved. Special thanks going to Dr. Tim Woodford for your care, compassion and dedication. To Susan Fisher, we could not have done it without you – we love you, and to the staff of Ridgewood for the care and compassion shown to his mom during this very difficult time. We also wish to say thank you to the nurses at both Queens and Ridgewood for the care and compassion shown to us as well, his family. May God bless you all. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chandlersfuneral.com
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roger van norden
my heart goes out to the turner family during this time of sadness Harland was a wonderful friend and will always be in our hearts
Darren Whynot / Lisa Tarr
Sorry to hear of Harlands passing may he R.I.P
Ivan & Marilyn Huskins
To Emelie, Kevin & Family
Were sorry to hear about the passing of Harland that we
we’d like to send our condolences at this time. At least now
he’s in a better place and he’ll have no more pain. R.I.P.
Harland
sylvia verge forbes
dear Emelie’
im so sorry to hear of Harlands passing’ he is in a better place now, no more pain;he is at rest now.
It’s you that is left morn; RIP Harland’
Terry Feoner
I am so sorry to hear o Harlands passing.My deepest sympathy to Emelie , Kevin, and his niece Chennyne. He was so strong in his fight and will be missed.Rest in Peace
Clyde and David Whynot
Dear Emelie and family we are sorry of Harland,s passing he is now in a betters were he is now no more pain he is now in heaven reunited with his father and brother our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time R I P Harland Turner
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
We are sorry to hear of Harlands passing. Harland was always a guy who gave his word to do something and kept it. Our condolences to Emily and Kevin and all of the Turner family at this sad time.
Gordon and Jackie Eisnor
Emily and Family: Very shocked to hear of Harland’s passing.We extend our sincere condolences to all of his family.
David and Patty Tarr
To Kevin, Emily & family. We are so sorry to hear of Harlands passing. Please except our condolences. May he rest in peace.
David & Patty Tarr
Jim Peach
My Deepest condolences to the Family. So sorry to hear of Harland’s passing, He was always ready for a chat & tell a story. May God give each of you the comfort you need to get through this dark time. R.I.P. my friend. 🙁
Bob and Vicki Roach
We were so sorry to hear of Harland’s passing.
Doug and Sylvia Zwicker/Brian and Kim Mansfield
we are sorry to hear of Harland’s passing. thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin Whynot & Joanne Dagley
So sorry to hear of Harlands passing.Harland allways managed to get to Frenchies and get all the Harley t’s before we did.Will miss seeing him ride.R.I.P. HARLAND……..
Perry @ Ann Potter
So sorry Emelie to hear of Harlands passing .My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kevin.
Chris Rhyno
My condolences to Harland’s family, he will be missed.
Tammy chymist
So sorry to hear of Harland’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Phyllis Leaman
Emily, please accept my deepest condolenceon the loss of your beloved son, Harland.May God be a comfort for you.
Debbie Godfrey
Harland and I were friends,since grade 9,and his loud plaid pants,that he wore-despite ridicule- because he respected his mama- and she wanted her boys to wear them- Harland had a quirky sense of humor,always a smile,and a twinkle in his eye! He loved shopping at Frenchy’s,and we’d talk there as long as we could! When I went to see him in the hospital,he grumbled to the nurse he didn’t need company- told him to smarten up-he was lucky to have a cutie like me to visit! lo I will miss you,old friend My condolences to the family…:(
wayne and pam westhaver
Please accept our condolences,Harland was a dear friend to the both of us.
Nancy Milford
I have just learned of Harland’s death, and am so very sad. We travelled in quite a little pack, back in the day and I desperately wanted to live on Waterloo Street so I could be closer to my friends. And I MADE my parents rent a cottage at Greenfield in the summer, so I could be with my Waterloo St friends even more – days at “the barn” with the gang form some of my fondest childhood memories. Harland is a huge part of all those memories. Sending along my most sincere condolences to you all as you struggle through this very difficult time.
Joe & Gerri Fraelic
Emily were so sorry for the passing of Harland. Our thoughts are with the rest of the family.
Val Conrad
Emelie – I’m so sorry to hear of Harland’s passing. I’m thinking of you at this very difficult time.
Donna (Minard) Hartling
Kevin & Emelie., I was very sorry to hear of your loss. May your wonderful memories help you in the days ahead. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Donna
Darlene Henley-Weagle
To Emelie, Kevin and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Jamie & Barb Cochrane
We were surprised and saddened to hear of Harland’s passing . Harland was a good friend of mine growing up and can remember the many interesting travels Harland and I went on with Lester to horse shows throughout the province .You were always going to have fun with Harland and we sure did! Our condolences to Emelie and Kevin.
Rhonda Fralic (Fanning)
Dear Emelie, Kevin and family. I was both shocked and saddened to hear of Harland’s passing.
There’s not many words a person can say during times like these to bring us comfort; however, I do know from my own journey, that God is our Refuge and our Strength in times like these. Psalm 46:1.
I will continue to hold you all in prayer as you walk through this difficult time in your lives.
Praying the Lord’s peace and His comfort over each of you today; and, in the days to come.
Rhonda
pam and gary wamboldt
condolences to harlands family. I will miss chatting with him at frenchys. Harland always was nice and he did have a sheepish grin that will be missed by many!!
Ruth Anne Zwicker
Emilie, Kevin and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Harland’s passing… Like others I have many fond memories of fun times in Greenfield around the barn and during pony club camp. He was always full of life with a smile that could light up a room. Thinking of you all at this time… Take care.
Judi & Ken Minard
Emelie, Kevin and family
We were sorry to learn of Harland’s passing. May your happy memories of him bring you peace at this sad time. Our deepest sympathies.
Anne and Darrell Conrad
So sorry to hear of Harland’s passing!!! I will remember the times we spent together in Greenfield and our many chats at the garage when we were there visiting our dads!! He was full of life and was always smiling. I hope that the memories you have will get you through this very difficult time!!
Reid and Patti Emenau
Emelie, Kevin and family,
We send our sympathy to Harland’s family. So sorry to hear this sad news.
Reid and Patti Emenau
Robert Flemming
Sorry to hear of Harlands passing. Condolences to the Turner family.
Lethbridge Family
It is with a heavy heart that I offer my deepest condolences to Harland`s family. I knew Harland for along time and even had great fun working with him. Harland was one of a kind and never will be replaced. I know that he is happy now as he is with his father and brother, but especially with Dude. REST IN PEACE old friend.
Shirley & Paul Shot
Emelie, Kevin and family: We are so sorry to hear of Harland’s passing and will continue to uphold you and your family in prayer. You have our heartfelt sympathy. May God grant you comfort and peace of heart through this difficult time.
Linda and Doug Lucier
My dear Emeile we are so saddened by this news. .We always had a soft spot for Harlan, he really was a very kind soul. I think of you so often ,and remember the good times. These things come to us all,but you are a strong lady and ,know that our prayers are with you. Love you Em , Sincerely. Lin and Doug
Rhiannon Fitzpatrick
My condolences to Harland’s family, my thoughts are with you
gary thorburne
Sorry to hear about harland he was a very good man always going beyond to help someone in need his smile was one that can never be replaced may god bless his family at this diffuclt time
Gary thorburne
Ron Zwicker and Noweta Nickerson
We are so sorry for your loss, our heartfelt sympathy to the family
Kirk and Donna Whynot
To Harland’s family, so sorry to hear of his passing, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Billy Tutty
Harland was a very good friend and we had many a good time together. He was a typical Turner with bit of a gruff exterior but inside this over sized heart. In the summers that I managed to get back for visits, Huey Morrison and I would always look forward to catching up with Harland in Greenfield……tearing up the lake. I will certainly miss his endless sarcastic sense of humor which we would both trade back and forth…….busting many a laugh. And guaranteed the more he drank the even more fun he would become. One of our finest of adventures was when Harland and I vacationed at Hedonism lll in Jamaica for two weeks……talk about a couple of heathens. Harland was one of my best friends and always will be. Emelie and Kevin my heart is with you.
Billy Tutty
Jan Pottie
Some things are just too hard. Last time I saw Harland was in the fall when he towed my car, a ’92 Honda that I only trusted to him. Which he knew. He had a very bad cough and it was cold and rainy but he dragged himself out to Summerville. He pulled on his rubber pants, grabbed the chains and gruffly complained the whole time–Harlan style. As he got back in the cab of his big red tow truck and was ready to pull away I said, “you’re a good boy Harland.” He turned and flashed that brilliant and mischievous smile and said, “I know”. I ran for my camera and just caught the truck as it passed by an opening in the trees. I will always cherish the picture I took that day and the memory of the smile I earned. My heartfelt condolences to Mrs Turner, Kevin, Candy and Chennyne. Harland was a very good boy and I will miss him.
Jan Pottie
Sterling Belliveau
I would like to extend heartfelt sympathy to the family of Harland Turner. I am very saddened to hear of your loss. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you at this time,
With deepest Sympathy,
Sterling Belliveau, MLA
Ray Lloyd & Family
To Emelie & Kevin & Family
Sorry to hear of Harlands Passing. Knew he had not been well for a long time. Our Condolences to all.
Mike and Donna West
Emeile, and Kevin,
So sorry to hear of Harland’s passing. Mike has fond memories of time spent with Harland at the Youth Center in Liverpool. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
ron westhaver
Harland was a good friend He had his cocky ways,, but he would do anything for you,,Will always miss him,He was one of the closes friends i had in Liverpool… rest in peace buddy
Becky Williams (Oliver)
Emily and Kevin, was saddened to hear of the passing of my friend Harland, as a teenager I spent many hours in the Turner home. Many Christmas Dinners around thier dinner table, was a part of the family for years, and have always felt so since. A lot of good memories, and some a little crazy. Harland will be missed by many myself included. My heart goes out to you both. Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. Becky
Donna /Dale Peverill
We were very saddened to hear of Harland’s passing. his big smile is what I will always remember about him. May he rest in peace.
Cindy Mooers
To the family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We considered Hartland to be a friend and will miss him.
Buckey & Cindy Mooers
Alice
To the Turner family,
May you know other’s are thinking of you at this difficult time.
We would always know when Harland was up on the hill in Chelsea, the power saw or lawn mower was always going. He was a man that worked continually.
He cared deeply for his mom and when she became ill, the sounds on the hill were silent for some time now. Time changes so much.
Warmest thought’s to you all.
Alice Frauzel and family
MaryAnn and Scott Rhyno
To Harland’s family,
Please accept our deepest condolences. Harland was a great friend, one who could always be counted on when needed. R.I.P. old friend.
Steve Graham aka SHORTY
This one was a shock to read. It has been a very long time since I saw Harland but as stated here when I last saw him he always had a huge smile and was full of the devil. One of the best memories I have of Harland was in high school when he came to school with a permed afro. He was so proud of his new found style, Mike West and I, being two guys with naturally curly fuzzy hair found great humor in Harland’s new disco style.
Emilie / Kevin please accept my deepest sympathies.
Tony and Sharon Charest
Kevin,
We’re so very sorry to hear of Harland’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your mom. There are so many great memories that he will always be part of……. Let us know when you are coming home next summer. We’d love to get together again.
Un Abrazo Amigo,
Tony
George Rhyno
Kevin and Emily.Please accept my heartfelt condolences..We will all miss him…,another star has gone out…there is less light in the world. George