Kerry Louise Turck Obituary (1948 - 2023)

Kerry L. Turck. 74, of Roy, Utah passed away unexpectedly at home on August 9 2023. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was born to Alvin and Darlene Nelson in Morris, Minnesota on December 16, 1948. She graduated high school from Morris High School in 1966 and met the love of her life in college, Gary D. Turck. They married on December 13th, 1969 in Morris, Minnesota. They were married for 53 years. Kerry graduated from St. Cloud State University with a degree in Elementary Education. She touched many lives with her love of children and teaching. Kerry and Gary made a home in several places due to Gary being transferred as a store manager often. For the last 29 years they have called Utah their home, but still hold strong to their Minnesota roots. Our beloved wife and mom was active in her community. She loved playing cards with her friends at the Roy Area Senior Center, spending time with her family and friends, crafting, and traveling. Kerry was an active member at her church, Light of the Valley Lutheran Church in Layton, Utah. Kerry had the strongest of faiths and proudly proclaimed her faith in Christ Jesus. We take comfort in knowing she is having the most joyful reunion in Heaven. Kerry is survived by her husband, Gary; her daughters, Julie Gipson (Wayne), Kathie Valentine (Stephen), Julie Gipson (Wayne); daughter-in-law, Lois Turck; and grandchildren, Brandon, Alexandra, Christopher, Grace, and Grant; brother, James Nelson (Linda); sister, Laurie Ogard,(Rod) and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sons, Gregory and Brian; and her parents. In lieu of flowers Kerry requested that a donation to the American Heart Association or Kidney Foundation be made. A memorial service will be held at Light of the Valley Lutheran Church in Layton, Utah on Wednesday August 16th at 4:30pm. There will be a dinner to follow. Graveside services will be held at Litchfield Cemetery in Litchfield, Minnesota on August 19th at 11am followed by a luncheon at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.