BROWARD — Lanza Labertine Turner-Bowen died Sunday, December 30, 2018 at the age of 61.
Mrs. Turner-Bowen is preceded in death by her father, Lloyd Turner and brother, Patrick Turner. She is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Bowen; her loving son, Richard Francis Bowen; step-daughter, Trystal Ann Bowen; mother, Marsella (Miss Mercy) Turner; sister, Linnette Turner; brothers, Joel, Dylan, Allan, Thomas, Lloyd, and D’Phil Turner. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
From a young age, Mrs. Turner-Bowen was always a high energy person who loved to persevere. She found her soul mate and partner for life, when she married Richard. Together, they raised their son and spent 25 wonderful years. She had a magnetic personality, she was a woman of God with an unprecedented faith, woman of peace, and loved her immediate and extended family unconditionally, and they loved her dearly as well. She belonged to many organizations and was an Attorney at Law who practice for 29 years. She will be forever missed.
Thanksgiving service will be held on Thursday, January 31st, 11:00 a.m. at the Webster Memorial United Church in Kingston, Jamaica and will be officiated by Rev. Astor Carlyle and Pastor Al Miller.
Arrangements entrusted to Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel.
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Karen Fitz Ritson (St Andrew Jamaica)
January 18, 2019, 12:00 am
Dearest Lanza I will miss our spirited conversations. We could talk about anything under the sun with such candor and humour. Walk good my Friend and God’s light perpetual forever shine on you!
ANDREA TULLOCH (KINGSTON JAMAICA)
January 18, 2019, 12:00 am
Sleep in Sweet peace Mrs Bowen your smile will always be remembered every time i go to the stadium.
Jamaica Independent Schools' Association (Kingston, Jamaica)
January 18, 2019, 12:00 am
Our sincere condolences.
Arthur Thompson (Kingston Ja)
January 18, 2019, 12:00 am
Sincere condolences to the bereave family Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
BARBARA ROSE (Stone Mountain, Georgia)
January 18, 2019, 12:00 am
My sincere condolences to The Family. May she Rest In Peace. My thoughts and Prayers are with you
Clinton DaCosta (Boca Raton, Florida)
January 19, 2019, 12:00 am
I met Mrs. Bowen two years ago at the Jerkfest in Sunrise Florida at Richard’s booth, my condolences and prayers for family.
Errol Vincent (Kingston, Jamaica)
January 19, 2019, 12:00 am
My sympathies go out to the Turner and Bowen Family Mrs. Turner-Bowen will be truly missed by me. Her pain she share with will never be forgotten, her love for others will always remember. R.I.P
Simone Mahabeer (Kingston)
January 20, 2019, 12:00 am
It was a privilege to have known Lanza. She always greeted me with a warm hug and a smile and at my 40th celebration gave us lots of laughs. I am saddened to hear of her passing and pray that God will give comfort and peace to the family. May Lanza’s sweet soul rest in peace.
Daille
January 20, 2019, 12:00 am
My beautiful friend. I was so shocked to hear of your sudden passing. I will forever wrap the wonderful memories we shared for over 30 years in my heart. Wishing Richard, Richard-Francis, Tommy, Lin, your mummy and the rest of your family comfort at this sad time.
Allison Dexter (Kingston Jamaica)
January 21, 2019, 12:00 am
Lanza …. will be missed. I am grateful for the times that we have shared. Appreciate even more that she & Richard took the time for my 2017 birthday celebration weekend at Cannon Villas. Lanza I will not forget our recent conversations & praying together…your 2 last written messages to me I will treasure forever …Dec 13 .."Never love a sister like a flower because it dies in season. Love them like a river because it flows forever" & on Dec 25…"Merry Christmas; God be with you". To Richard, Richard Jr & the rest of the family, I pray for the peace and comfort of God to be with you as you go thru this challenging time. Loads of love
Claudette Morrison (Lauderhill)
January 21, 2019, 12:00 am
Rest in peace Lanza and may His light perpetual shine on you.
Sandy Webster (Deltona Lakes, Fl.)
January 21, 2019, 12:00 am
Lanza God will know you by your name, he has prepared a place for you and you are free. You have entered heaven, the cheers of the angels can be heard. You are receiving your blessings from the heavenly father. You will be crowned, you will be great again and because of your KINDNESS you will always be honored.
Paula Brown-Powell (Kingston Jamaica)
January 22, 2019, 12:00 am
‘See you in the morning Lanza"….RIP
Latoya Bernard and Media Impact Family (Kingston Jamaica)
January 24, 2019, 12:00 am
Wishing you God’s Richest Blessing in your time of Grief …..Continue to stay Strong Sir B and the rest of Family. Sleep in Perfect Peace Mrs Bowen
Marvia Brown (Sagicor Bank, Kingston Jamaica)
January 24, 2019, 12:00 am
Truly an amazing person. Lanza, can’t believe you are gone. It is as if I still expect to get your messages, her your voice or see you. Rest in peace! All the best to the Bowen family during this time, from us at Dominica Drive Branch. All the best Marvia.
Arnold 'Dullo' McDonald (Kingston Jamaica)
January 29, 2019, 12:00 am
Sincere condolences Richard and family ….we feel your loss and pray for God’s strength at this difficult time ….Keep the faith…RIP Lanza and blessings eternally !!! From : The McDonald family !!!
Andi Green (Kingston, Jamaica)
January 30, 2019, 12:00 am
Oh Lanza Dearest, I cannot deny that news if your departure makes me so sad. But there is a Good Great God of Love who is our only True Conforter. You are very loved Lanza. Jah know…..