Collie Turner

Collie Mae Turner was born to the late Annie E. (Wright) and James M. Turner on July 10, 1944, in Hemingway, South Carolina. Collie, affectionally known as Cooter, was called from labor to reward on November 25, 2024. Before becoming a caregiver for her family, Collie attended Hemingway Public Schools. In 1961, she moved to Connecticut and spent more than 25 years working at Middlesex Hospital. While making Connecticut her home, Collie joined Zion First Baptist Church before eventually being called to serve at Open Door Missionary Baptist Church. At Open Door Missionary Baptist Church, she actively participated in various ministries, two of which held a special place in her heart: the missionary ministry and the choir. Open Door Missionary Baptist Church recognized Collie for her commitment, leadership, and dedicated service on October 13, 2024, by declaring her "Mother of the Church." Collie had such a profound presence here in Middletown, CT, that the mayor declared July 10*h, Collie Mae Turner Day. One thing is for certain and could nor would ever be questioned! COLLIE LOVED HER FAMILY! She enjoyed watching sports, particularly UConn Basketball, with a special fondness for the UConn Girls Basketball team. Cooking, baking, shopping, attending family reunions/events, and nurturing her plants brought her immense joy. Collie was a baking extraordinaire and expressed her love through various desserts such as Collie (sweet potato) pies, chocolate cake, pineapple cake, peach cobbler, and raisin cakes just to name a few. Her loving memories and legacy will be cherished by: her daughter and best friend Robin (Macy) Watson, Sr. and son Robert Chisem, Sr.; nephews whom she considered sons: RaRashie Watson and Fabian Turner; additional bonus son: William "Tim" Robinson; siblings: Willow M. Turner, Erence P. Turner, Ophus Turner, Kenneth L. Turner, Veronica T. (Robert) Watson, and Timothy E. Turner; special sisters: Rev. Dr. Marveline Haynes and Rev. Robyn Anderson; grandchildren: Macy (Mikesha) Watson, Jr., Rashaun Watson, and Robert Chisem, Jr.; bonus grandson Jaylen Watson, great grandchildren: Josiah, Macy III, Armani, Genesis, and Ariel, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Collie was predeceased by her brothers: James P. Turner, Oliver "Olasee" Turner, and Leon Turner. Homegoing service for Collie Mae Turner will be at Cross Street A.M.E. Zion Church in Middletown, CT on December 6, 2024. Calling Hours at 10 a.m. and Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Collie's Home Going Service will also be lived streamed on the Cross Street A.M.E. Church You Tube page at https://www.youtube.com/@crossstreeta.m.e.zionchure714/streams for those of you who wish to join virtually.

Collie Turner

July 10, 1944 - November 25, 2024