Rites held for Ricky “Yogi” Turner

Ricky Joe “Yogi” Turner, 60, of Allen, Oklahoma passed away Tuesday, August 24th, 2021 in Oklahoma City.

Ricky, lovingly known as Yogi by family and friends, was born August 11, 1961 in Coalgate, Oklahoma to Preston and Nora Ellen (Carter) Turner. He grew up in the area, attending and graduating from Tupelo Public Schools in 1979.

Ricky was a Forklift operator by trade, working as a Production Associate for Flex n Gate in Ada. He also attended the Church of Christ in Allen where he and his wife made their home.

Ricky married the love of his life, Coni Jeane Jarrett, on February 10, 1984 in Allen. The couple were happily wed until her passing and are now reunited in Heaven.

When Ricky wasn’t working, he enjoyed reading, going out camping, and spending time with his family and friends.

Ricky is preceded in death by his wife, Coni Jeane Turner; parents, Preston and Nora Turner; one brother, Billy Turner; two sisters, Shirley Martin and Judy Turner; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his brothers, Jerry Wayne and wife Cheryl Turner, Jimmy and wife Freda Turner, and Jackie and wife Dana Turner; as well as several nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Graveside services were held at 10:00 AM, Monday, August 30 ^th , at Allen Cemetery in Allen, Oklahoma with Pastor Craig Cochran officiating.