1944 - 2026
Betty Ann Turner, 82 of Enid, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on March 13, 1944, in Abbeville, Louisiana, Betty was the daughter of Joseph “Homer” Smith and Irene Istre Smith. She was raised and educated in Texas and Louisiana.
On December 23, 1962, she married her beloved husband Lester Eugene Turner, with whom she shared 53 years of marriage. Together they built a life full of adventure and family. She was a bookkeeper and homemaker. She was proud to be a military wife and volunteering on any base that they were at. When Les became a pastor, she took great pride in supporting him and the Lord for 35 years. Together, they built a family and raised 3 children: Kent Turner (Kathy), Karl Turner (Renee), and Theresa Smith. She was a proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 8 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Irene, husband, Les, and son, Kent.
Betty was known for her deep devotion to her family and church. She took great joy in organizing and leading Bible studies, both at church and in her home. Her Cajun roots ran deep. You could taste them in her cooking and hear them in her quick, sharp wit. She was fluent in sarcasm, and anyone who spent time with her soon learned to keep up or be lovingly teased.
A service to celebrate Betty's life will be held on November 14, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at Stittsworth Chapel, located at 2420 N Washington St, Enid, OK 73701.
The family would like to thank Ciarra and Kim at A Path of Care Hospice for their love, kindness, and support.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in her memory to the local animal rescues, Veteran Associations or any cause close to your heart.
“Well done good and faithful servant.”
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