Raphael (Raymond) Ezra Turner, age 74, husband of Maria C. (Alejo) Turner, of Phoenixville, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 in his residence. Born on March 10, 1946 in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Virdlee (Mays) and Joseph Turner.

A veteran of the United States Navy, Raphael served in the Pacific during the Vietnam War. Before retiring, he was employed as a SEPTA Transportation Operator in Philadelphia, a job he enjoyed for the ability to interact with the city's multi-cultural community, surprising passengers with his fluency in Spanish and basic knowledge of a few other languages. He loved music, reading, history, culture, travel, and horseback riding.

In addition to his loving wife, Mr. Turner is survived by his sons: Julio D., Arturo M., and Aldo F. Turner Alejo, of Phoenixville; granddaughter: Maya A. Turner; sisters: Lana Turner, of Philadelphia and Carol Avery, of Middletown, DE; and a host of extended Turner and Mays family. He was preceded in death by sisters: Eunice Turner, Josephine Nelson, Leona Meriweather, and Pamela Mckenney.

Relatives and friends will be received from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at the Campbell - Ennis - Klotzbach Funeral Home, Inc., Main Street at Fifth Avenue, Phoenixville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Raphael's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Arrangements are being handled by the Campbell - Ennis - Klotzbach Funeral Home, Inc., Phoenixville. Condolences may be offered online at www.PhoenixvilleFuneralHome.com.