Kelvin Leon Turner, 63, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, formerly of Farmington, passed away at 6:02 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Savannah Heights in Mt. Pleasant.
He was born on September 13, 1962, in Keosauqua, Iowa, the son of Merrill L. and Shirley Ann (Wixom) Turner.
He is survived by his siblings: Lonnie (Sandra) Turner of Farmington, Iowa, Gary (Holly) Turner of Farmington, Iowa, Jeana Turner of Kirkwood, Illinois, Brenda (Brad) Metcalf of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; Melissa (Rick Losey) Turner of Bonaparte, Iowa and aunt: Paula Anthony. Also surviving are several cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister: Patricia and nephew: Merrill.
Kelvin was a 1981 graduate of Harmony High School. He worked for the City of Farmington and the Fort Madison YMCA. Kelvin attended Faith Christian Outreach Church. He enjoyed playing pool, Yahtzee, cards and was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan.
The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington with Pastor Gary VanNyhuis officiating.
Burial will be at a later date at Greenglade Cemetery.
A memorial has been established in his memory.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
