David L. Turner, 61, passed away Monday, Oct. 15, 2012.He will be remembered for his love of life, love of the UTC athletics, and particularly love of his alma mater, Vanderbilt University.He was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga, and was passionate about his love of the city. David served on numerous non-profit boards including The Public Library Board and The Coalition Against Domestic Violence.He worked in the banking community, and was also a tutor and mentor for over 35 years with UTC athletes.He is survived by his brother, Sam Turner, Washington, D.C.; and sister, Nancy Dow, of Murfreesboro; He is also survived by his nieces and nephew, Miranda Turner Sorkin, of New York City, Emily Dow Yates, of Birmingham, and Taylor Dow, of New York City. His final resting place will be at the Vanderbilt Memorial Gardens.A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012 from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Lindsay Street Hall in Chattanooga.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to UTC athletics, 515 McCallie Ave., Dept. 3503, Chattanooga, TN 37403 or to Lucy Jones and Margaret Rolfe Scholarship David set up to benefit Vanderbilt Athletics, PMB 407727, Nashville, TN 37240
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Mike Carter (1966)
I was shocked to learn of David's passing. I did not know him at City. I met David at the YMCA many years ago. Over the years I found out that I had known his dad at the TNT Plant. His dad was a fine man. On my way to school in the mornings, I would run into David at the Kangaroo Station in Riverview. David was (is) a fine person.
Jerry Poe (1969)
I DID NOT KNOW OF DAVID'S PASSING UNTILL TODAY. DAVID WAS THE FIRST "UPPERCLASSMAN" THAT I MET AT CITY. HE EXPLAINED THE CLUB STRUCTURE TO ME AND SOME OF MY FRIENDS WHEN WE FIRST STARTED AT CITY. HE WAS ALWAYS NICE AND KIND. SORRY TO FIND OUT HE'S GONE. RIP DAVE.
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Susan Fisher (Fisher) (1968)
I was sad to hear David had passed on. I recall many lively conversations and debates around the lunch table our senior year and a great deal of laughter. He and David Robinson were our "two Davids," both sharp of mind and wit.
Lu Jean Wade (Bedard) (1968)
I remember David fondly though I haven't seen him since high school. His witty comments made 10th grade English lively for me. I was so sorry to hear that he passed away.