Carmen "Connie" L. Turpin

1943 - 2012

Carmen "Connie"  L. Turpin obituary, 1943-2012, Ellicott City, MD

BORN

1943

DIED

2012

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Witzke Funeral Homes, Inc.

5555 Twin Knolls Road

Columbia, Maryland

Carmen Turpin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 11, 2012.

On October 10, 2012, Carmen "Connie" L. Turpin, loving wife of Richard W. Beebe Sr. Mother of Lisa DesBoine-Murray and husband Darryl M., and Richard W. Beebe Jr. and wife Lana. Sister of John "Jackie" Turpin and wife Blanca, and Kyle Turpin. Grandmother of Jasmine, Taraja, Jamal, Briana, and Mila. Great-grandmother of Aniyah, Kimora, and Juelz. Cousin of Beverly Pete Sorrell, and Phyllis Mason. Also survived by many other family members, friends, and her cat Maggie.

Family will receive friends at Witzke Funeral Homes, Inc., 5555 Twin Knolls Rd., Columbia, MD 21045 on Saturday, October 20th from 10am to 12pm, where services will be held at 12pm.

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October 10, 2013

Marcella

Dear Lisa, Richard and other loved ones of Carmen, I am writing to extend my deepest condolences. I want you to know that you will remain in my prayers. I know that you will find comfort in the fond memories that you share.

Peace be with you.

October 24, 2012

Nicole Brewer

Dear Richard,

I was deeply saddened to hear about Carmen's passing. She will always be fondly remembered through the many wonderful stories I'm sure you'll share. My deepest sympathy is with you and your family at this sad and difficult time.

October 22, 2012

Phyllis Mason

Your death was a real shock for me. I will miss you always and I'm sleeping under the beautiful quilt that you made for me. I love you and you will always rest in memory in my heart. Good bye my sweet Queen and Cousin.
Loving Phyllis

October 20, 2012

Carmen was always a "rock" for her family & friends, strong,loving with a great sense of humor and dignity. I'm sad we have lost her. Diane Sanchez Oakland, Ca

October 20, 2012

Kunj Behari

Dear Richard:
Indu and I want to extend our condolences and send our deepest sympathy on loss of your wife. I have heard so many wonderful stories you tell about this delightful and gracious person. May God bless you and your family with peace at this time of great sorrow.

October 20, 2012

sharon thomas

Lisa and family, praying for you all during this difficult time. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I did not know your mom, but through the pictures i could feel her warm spirit with that beautiful smile....hugs,

October 20, 2012

Brigitte Lund

I will miss Carmen and so grateful that I could know her through our quilting group.
Sincere condolences.

October 20, 2012

Sandra Edgecombe

My Dear Friend Carmen,
My heart hurts and you will be missed. Know that my memories of you are filled with a lot of joy, caring and sharing. Love

October 19, 2012

Richard -- You had asked me to post my original longer version. So here it is:

Richard:
We are so very sorry to hear of Carmen's passing.

We are sure it will be hard on both of your families, as well as her many friends.

We are, however, glad that both of you had been able to spend the last 25 years together.

You have been good help mates and soul mates for one another.

We are also glad that, in spite of her maladies, she had many friends and social groups with whom she shared many different activities.

She also had the good fortune to have a loving family with whom she shared many things.

We wish you and her family the happiness and prosperity that she would want for both of you, even in her absence.

Such times are hard, but inescapable for all of us.

We know that the "Unity of Being" will hold us together, even through the most difficult of times, as well as through all of life's pleasures.

We both love you, John and Susan

October 19, 2012

Carmen will be sorely missed by her friends and colleagues.She was a class act .May she rest in peace.

Bob Kniaz

October 19, 2012

Bonnie Hill

Carmen, I will always remember our last conversation just a few days ago. You tried to convince me you were fine, and as always, we ended our conversation with "love you."
Rest in peace dear friend.
Love you.
Bonnie

October 19, 2012

Dear Richard, Lisa & Pete....Words cannot express our sorrow. Carmen was truly a very special person. I was always grateful for the way she pushed me when we workedout with Casey. Our sincere condolences......Candy & Byron

October 19, 2012

Sandy

I love you and miss you Carmen. You made me so welcome here in Maryland and we became such good friends. Quilting, playing mah jonng, just whispering and hugging. Your family is in my heart.

October 18, 2012

Melissa Harl

Lisa and family,
My thoughts are with you and your family. Carmen was a very special lady. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.

October 18, 2012

Our sincere condolences to Richard and Carmen's family. We are, however, glad that both of you had been able to spend the last 25 years together. You have been good help mates and soul mates for one another.We wish Richard and Carmen's family the happiness and prosperity she would want for them, even in her absence. --- John F. Seeberger III and Susan M. Rodman

October 18, 2012

What are the words to describe the influence Carmen had on our lives. A relationship that started over 35 years ago as fellow employees soon came to the point where she was a regular member of our family. We stayed in touch through the years and when we last met she left us one of her gorgeous quilts. It is now the centerpiece of our household and a daily reminder of the wonder that was Carmen. We feel privileged to have had her in our lives and she will be missed and loved every day. Anne and Bud Cool

October 18, 2012

Dear Richard, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Carmen fondly and the time we shared when we worked at Bear's Paw.
Marian Nozinski

October 18, 2012

Bernadette

My dear Carmen, I am so sorry I cannot be there to say goodbye but I will always keep our last visit near and dear to my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to Richard, Lisa and family. She spoke of you all so lovingly.

October 18, 2012

Andrea Turpin Adams

Having just renewed our friendship and respect for one another, I am woefully disappointed and grieved that we will not be able to deepen our relationship. I miss you already and look forward to our reunification in eternity.

October 18, 2012

James and Lisa Royster

October 17, 2012

Kelli Stewart

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I always loved talking with Ms. Carmen whenever she came to KinderCare. She was a wonderful, thoughtful woman whom I will always love and remember.

October 17, 2012

Most sincere condolences to Carmen's family and friends. Carmen was a member of the Forest Park Ladies Golf Club and will deeply be missed. Carmen always had a twinkle in her eyes and a bright smile. Sincerely,

Forest Park Ladies Golf Club of Baltimore

October 17, 2012

Alice Coleman

Although I am not familiar with your family, I know how it feels to lose a Mother. Please remember all the good times you had with her and smile; she will always be in your heart.

Alice Coleman

October 17, 2012

Erik Simmons

My condolences to Lisa & her family. May God's blessings provide you comfort at this time. We will keep you in our prayers.

Erik Simmons & Family (BCC - BridgeKids Ministry)

October 16, 2012

Carmen Gilmore

I am honored to have Carmen as friend. She will always be in my heart. My sincerest condolences to your family.

October 16, 2012

Portia White

My prayers are with you and your family during this emotional time. I'm sorry for your loss. May God's love and grace embrace you and yours.

October 16, 2012

Lisa, as a partner at Bridgeway, I express my condolences to you and your family at the loss of your mother. I will keep you in prayer and ask that God soothe your heart and heal it with time. May your loving memories and the love of others help sustain you and your family. In Him, Crystale Stevenson Marrow

October 16, 2012

Richard and family,

Please accept my condolences on the loss of Carmen.

Mark R. Pohl

October 15, 2012

Karen Link

Over the span of 35 plus years I have had the pleasure of knowing many of the great Turpin women....Rachel, Jean, Grandma White and my sweet sweet friend Connie. There have been times when we would call each other every day ~ just to share a giggle, to 'check-in', to offer advice or just to have that special shoulder to lean on..There are no words to express the heaviness in my heart ~ for I shall miss you my friend.

October 15, 2012

On behalf of Safeway Pharmacy we would like to send our hearts to you Mr. Beebe and your family. We will miss Mrs. Turpin, and all the kind things she has done for us over the years. When some of us had little ones she would make special gifts for us. She will truly be missed by us. Lovingly Submitted Christie R., Darshna P. (Pharmacists) Erin H.,Bo A., & Marlene L. (Tech's)

October 15, 2012

Mary Kolock

To Richard, Lisa, Jasmine and all of Carmen's family,
May God be with you and give you strength through this most difficult journey. Carmen was such a wonderful and talented woman. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I will miss my friend.

October 15, 2012

Carmen & Richard

Just soul-mates enjoying a 'Wonderful World' together per Louis Armstrong.

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October 15, 2012

You have my sincere condolences and prayers.
Christy Konyar Admin of Dr Roger Blumenthal Johns Hopkins Cardiology

October 15, 2012

Tonda Savoy-Middleton

I express my deepest condolences and wish you much comfort during this time of sorrow.

October 15, 2012

Richard, Carmen was a delightful woman and I so enjoyed getting to know her over the years. She loved you, her friends, family and golf. May the many warm memories that you shared always be a source of inspiration and comfort.
-Roger Blumenthal

October 15, 2012

Richard and Family--Carmen was such a lovely, talented and kind person. We will miss her. Our hearts go out to you. May God bless you and keep you.
Jim and Gretchen

October 15, 2012

One of many exquisite quilts by Carmen; another show winner - I never understood how she did it - simply a truly gifted artist who could express a vision in her quilts.

Love 'R'

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October 15, 2012

One of Carmen's many, many entries in quilt shows. What a wonderful lady and incredible quilter. Goodness I miss you so much!

'R'

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October 14, 2012

pete & jeannette sorrell

Richard, Jackie, Lisa, Jasmine, and grandkids, Connie was more like a sister than a cousin as we all grew up in the same household and had so many wonderful memories that really tied us together as brother and sister. She will be missed but is in a beautiful place with all of the family that has preceded her. Her suffering has come to an end.
Really regret that Jeannette and I could not be there to comfort you but we're with you in prayers, thoughts, and spirit.
Stay strong. Much love & hugs.

October 14, 2012

An Old Irish Blessing

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Love Richard

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October 14, 2012

John: I found this photograph of you and Carmen and felt you would want it posted. I hope you do not mind.

Photograph: Jackie and Connie

Love 'R'

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October 14, 2012

A 'Yellow Rose' from our flower garden. It will always remind me of you.

Love R

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October 14, 2012

I found this photograph of you from 2009 at San Francisco Bay - we'll be there soon! I love you!

'R'

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October 14, 2012

Mom - thought you might enjoy another image of me - with my necklace and bell. Dad is trying to keep the water bowl clean and the food bowl filled. Sometimes he forgets, even to feed the fish; but heck, let's give him a break - after all, he's a guy that just lost his loving wife.

Maggie-Moo

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October 14, 2012

Mom - I miss you so. Meow, Meoow, Meooow, Meoooow!

That's Feline Speak for "I'll always love you and pray you are watching over me from Heaven! Dad is still in training to clean the litter-box, but he's trying."

Maggie

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October 13, 2012

Lisa DesBoine-Murray

Mommy, my heart is no longer whole now that you're gone. There will forever be a void, not to be filled by anyone or anything. You were an AMAZING mom and woman of God. Thank you for your unconditional love, wisdom, sacrifices, strength, friendship and priceless life lessons. I am the woman I am today because of the fine example I had in you. There aren't enough words to express how much I love and miss you, mommy. God now has another angel...I pray you are at peace and your spirit free.

October 13, 2012

Sincere condolences to Carmen's family. We enjoyed her as a member of the Pitch & Putt Golf Club and will deeply miss her.

Pitch & Putt Golf Club of Baltimore

October 12, 2012

Anne Royster

My sincere condolences to Richard, Lisa, Pete and the rest of the family. As you all know I consider myself part of the Turpin family and you all part of mine. I, too, will miss Connie and her enthusiasm, energy, and drive to learn new things. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

October 12, 2012

Spring

Richard: In this time of sorrow and grief, may you find some comfort by remembering wonderful, happy times with Carmen, and from the love and support of family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 12, 2012

'C' - I miss you so much. I will always love you!

Richard

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