Tommy Thomas Turner

Tommy Thomas Turner, age 90, of Polo, MO, passed away Sunday afternoon, April 14, 2019, at Shirkey Nursing and Rehab in Richmond. Tommy was born on Dec. 2, 1928, the son of Emit and Florence (Rogers) Turner in Summerfield, AR. On Sept. 16, 1950, he was united in marriage to Icie Lowe in Waldon, AR. 

Tommy was a union laborer for Archer Daniels Midland in North Kansas City for 42 years. He was a member of the Grain Miller’s Union. He enjoyed yard work and working at ADM. Tommy and Icie lived in Independence for 47 years, and Polo for the last 20 years. 

Mr. Turner was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings.

Survivors include his wife, Icie of the home; sons, Thomas and Jackie Turner, both of Polo, sons, Ricky and Timmy Turner, both of Independence; daughter, Sherry Ramey of Raytown; sister, Rosalee Lloyd; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other extended family. 

Private family services are scheduled. Arrangements are under the direction of Stith Family Funeral Home in Polo. An online guestbook may be accessed at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com.