Douglas N. Turco

Douglas Neale Turco of Jefferson, Georgia departed this earth quietly on December 19, 2024, at the age of 65 with his wife Teresa and sister Debbie at his bedside after a short battle with cancer.

On June 22, 1959, Doug was born to Paul and Betty Turco of Atlanta, Georgia. He had 2 brothers- Laurence A. Turco and Jerry D. Echols and 2 sisters Sharon Rea Turco Evans and Deborah Lee Turco-Pratt.

Doug graduated from Tucker High School in Tucker, Georgia in 1976.

Doug married Teresa Gamblin on April 26, 1986. They enjoyed a loving marriage of 38 years. After moving around early in their marriage they settled in Jefferson, Georgia.

He worked in the construction industry all his adult life and has worked for J L J and Associates for the last 20 + years. His commitment and contributions during his career left a lasting impression on his colleagues and those who worked alongside him.

Doug enjoyed riding his motorcycle. He was president and leader of the Atlanta Chapter of STAR Riders for several years. From organizing bi-weekly local rides to trips across the US he shared his love of riding with those who rode with him. The friendships developed through his riding were lifelong.

Doug was always willing to help others. He never allowed his plans to overshadow the needs of others. At events he was the first one there and the last to leave. He led by example in all that he did.

Doug is proceeded in death by his parents Paul Warren Turco and Betty Delores Turco, his brothers Laurence A. Turco and Jerry Durrell Echols and his sister Sharon Rae Turco Evans.

He is survived by his wife Teresa Ann Turco and sister Deborah Lee Turco-Pratt along with his in-laws and nieces and nephews on both sides of his family.

A celebration of life service is planned for February 1 ,2025. It will be held at Jefferson City Civic Center in the Jefferson Room 65 Kissam Street, Jefferson, GA 30549, at 2:00 PM.

Doug was well loved and will be remembered affectionately by those who knew him. May his memory bring comfort to all who mourn his passing.