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JT
James “Jim” Robert Turner
March 15, 1942 — March 17, 2026 · Age 84
📍Little Rock, AR
“Known for his quick wit and generous spirit. Never met a stranger.”
Career
Teacher · Central High School
Teacher of the Year, 1992. 35 years of service.
Education
University of Arkansas
Military Service
Sergeant · Army · Vietnam War · 1962–1966
Faith & Community
First Baptist Church of Little Rock
Interests
FishingArkansas Razorbacks footballWoodworking
Family
Survived by
Linda Kay Turner
spouse
Sarah Mitchell
child
Jennifer Adams
child
Robert Turner Jr.
sibling
Preceded in passing by
Dorothy Mae Collins
sibling
Places
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Born
Pine Bluff, AR
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Lived
Little Rock, AR
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Resting place
Little Rock, AR
Source: Arkansas Democrat-Gazette