Loyce W. Turner

Loyce W. Turner
Member of the Georgia State Senate from the 8th district
In office
1975–1998
Personal details
Born(1927-12-02)December 2, 1927
Turner County, Georgia, U.S.
DiedApril 16, 2021(2021-04-16) (aged 93)
Valdosta, Georgia, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Carolyn Annette (deceased)
Ingrid (m.2005)
Children2
Residence(s)Valdosta, Georgia, U.S.
Alma materAuburn University
University of Georgia

Loyce W. Turner (December 2, 1927 – April 16, 2021) was an American politician in the state of Georgia.[1]

Turner attended Auburn University and the University of Georgia. He served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953 and was later a farmer and banker. He also worked as veterinarian from 1948 to 1976.[2]

Turner served in the Georgia State Senate from 1975 to 1998, representing District 8 as a Democrat. His tenure also included a stint as majority whip of the Senate.[3] After his senate term, Turner served on the Georgia Board of Natural Resources.[4] He was the founder of the Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts, in honor of his late wife.

References

  1. ^ Loyce Turner-obituary
  2. ^ "The Voter's Self Defense System".
  3. ^ "Georgia General Assembly".
  4. ^ "Loyce Turner ready for life after public service". 3 February 2013.


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