In a state of shock and deep sorrow, the family of Steven Rodney Turpin announce his sudden passing.
Steven attended Sprucedale, Oxdrift and Dryden High School. Right out of high school, he started working for his dad at Turpins Service and Storage. He went on to complete his apprenticeship and achieve his mechanics licence there. Eventually, when Rod was ready to retire, he and his wife Tennille purchased the shop and ran it as a team. He had an impeccable reputation as a mechanic that you could trust to get the job done professionally for a fair price.
Steven was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for hunting and fishing. He was always in pursuit of a monster. In recent years, he was less concerned in conquering for himself and dedicated his efforts to guiding his daughter to become a skilled hunter to carry on his legacy.
Steven truly lived life to the fullest. His family was everything. He loved Christmas. Christmas was a very long day because he had to see everybody. He was a generous man that would give you the shirt of his back.
He is survived by his cherished wife Tennille, daughters Kira and Reece to whom he was the “best dad in the world”, his parents Rod and Debby Turpin, brother Brian (Laura) Turpin and his children Atleigh and Karstin, sister Chrystal Kellar (Mike) and their children Blakely and Brielle, grand-parents Rheal and Shirley Turpin, and Marg Martin. Mother and father-in-law Wendy and Keith Irvine, sisters-in-law Chevonne Hodges and her children Halle, Jake, and Brandy Irvine. We mustn’t forget Gunner who is still looking for dad to come home. Steven was pre-deceased by grandpa Al Martin.
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Barb Gauthier says
July 21, 2023 at 4:06 pmI was truly saddened to hear of Steve’s passing. Such a tragic loss to our community. My most sincere condolences to his family and friends. He will certainly be missed.
Ted and Yvonne Bolton says
July 22, 2023 at 10:36 pmOur thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Mike Goodman says
July 23, 2023 at 6:20 pmWe were shocked and heartbroken when we heard of Steven’s death. Our condolences to Tenille and children, as well as all the rest of his family.
Connie Calvert says
July 24, 2023 at 3:52 pmMy heart is broken with the news of Steve’s passing. He had such a beautiful smile, was always willing to help me with my vehicle issues and so pleasant. I called him my Vehicle Doctor. He was a talented mechanic and loved his wife and kids. What a tragedy to lose this man. Sending heart felt condolences to those he has left behind to try to deal with life as it continues on. Tennille and the girls will always have a piece of him in their hearts. He won’t be forgotten. He will be always be with you in spirit and we will always miss him. Thoughts and prayers.
Theresa Ryan says
July 29, 2023 at 12:24 amSincere sympathy to the Turpin family, especially Stephen’s parents. The loss of a child at any age is a profound grief.
I received excellent service at “Turpin’s” while I lived in Dryden. I follow the news, including the obituaries and read with sadness the loss of your son–also a husband, dad and brother.
May you find peace and comfort in your memories and with your grandchildren.
Theresa Ryan
St. John’s, NL
Kathy Zilkalns says
July 29, 2023 at 12:59 amMy sincere sympathy to all of Steve’s family and extended family and friends. He was a person to be counted on. One of caring and compassion. He will be missed by many from both his personal and business life.
Cal & Mary Robinson says
August 6, 2023 at 9:35 pmWe were very saddened by the news of Steve’s passing. Our hearts go out to Tennille, their girls, Rod and Debbie and all of the family. We have known Steve and Tennille for years through Turpin’s Service and Storage. Steve was an amazing and trustworthy mechanic. Steve and Tennille ran the business with diligence and integrity. Steve will certainly be missed by all and it is our prayer that God will give much strength and courage to those who have been left behind.
Sincerely,
Cal and Mary Robinson
If friends and family so desire, memorial contributions may be made in trust to Stevens daughters, Kira & Reece Turpin through Dryden Community Funeral Home, 249 Grand Trunk Ave, Dryden, ON, P8N 2X3