Jane Turney Obituary

Succinctly- just one great lady

My most sincere sympathy for the loss of Miss Turney. She was my music teacher at Robinson school in the 70's and I so often refer to her - she made quite an impression. I was in awe of her opera singing and piano playing and felt so grown up when she taught us the 'hip' songs of the day. She was beautiful, talented and kind and I so wish I had the opportunity to tell her how much I enjoyed the time with her at Robinson. I can't hear 'Killing Me Softly' without thinking of those early days of grade school and Miss Turney. Fondest regards, Tiana Brazzale

condolances to the family & friends of Ms. Turney...fond memories of her being our music teacher,at washington school in the 70's...great lady !!!the world will miss her.

Chris was full of life, interested in people, extremely intelligent, and inspiring. We need more human beings like Chris Turney in the world.

Sincerest condolences to her family and friends. She made a positive impact on so many of her students, including me. Her encouragement and positive outlook was a source of inspiration. I still remember the song she wrote (with student input) for our graduation from Lincoln Jr. High in 1988: "So wait for awhile. Wait and see what we'll become. Look at us now, moving to the beat of a different drum. Looking back we never thought we'd be here. See the smiles on everyone you see here. Don't know where we're going. Don't know what we can do. But look at us now. We all made it through." Ms. Turney, thanks for helping us strive for our dreams and want to achieve our potential. You will be missed. To her family and friends, may her memory be a source of blessings and comfort.

She was such an inspiration to her students. My siblings were in her class too throughout the years. My greatest condolences for the family. She was an angel from above.

I feel a tremendous loss at the passing of my former chorus/music teacher from Lincoln Jr. High (1983-85). I am so appreciative that we were reconnected, through Facebook, 2 1/2 years ago. Ms. Turney has had such a positive influence on me with regard to music that I am eternally grateful to her. I will miss her positive energy, her smile and laugh, her dedication to her students, and her passion and spirit for life, music and social justice. She has most certainly earned her wings as an Angel of Music. To all former music students of Ms. Turney, I feel the sudden urge to eat some M&Ms...(remember "Mama Makes Me Eat My M&Ms")?
My thoughts and prayers are with Ms. Turney's family at this very difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Love Always,
Keri (Gilford) Singh

I am so sad to hear about Ms. Turney. She was my teacher at Lincoln Jr. High in the 80's. She was so warm and talented, I will never forget her smile. She was loved by so many and will NEVER be forgotten. I am glad I had the chance to be in touch with her on facebook. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God Bless You, Ms. Turney.

Thank you for informing us of this sad news. My 13-year-old daughter, Toni Martin, was a favorite piano student of Chris' at Allegro for approx. six months, ending in Dec., 2010. "Ms. Chris" always had a smile and shared laughter with Toni. Your sweetheart was just that to Toni, encouraging her and giving her the confidence to play a well-known, six-page Mozart piece called, "Rondo" in the Christmas recital last year, which Chris was unable to attend following her eye injury. We'll never forget Chris' happy face and warm personality. We were blessed to know her. Sincerely, Sharon & Tom Martin of Bolingbrook.

My most sincere condolences to Miss Turney's family. I was lucky enough to be in her music classes (still love guitar) and then to work with her in district 69. She, and her dedication to education, will be remembered ever so fondly.

So sorry for your loss. She was a great teacher. She loved her students and we all loved her.

Ms Turney was my chorus/guitar teacher at Lincoln. She was one of my favorites! She was a very caring woman & teacher. She had so much passion. I still think of her often. Ms Turney will be missed by many!

Dear Linda I am so sorry at the loss of your sister. My deepest sympathy to you and all your family.

Ms. Turney was my music/choir teacher at Lincoln Jr High. She was a wonderful and sweet woman and am very sad to hear about her passing. She will always remain in my heart.

ms turney was my choir teacher at lincoln jr high and i can never thank her enough as she gave me the gift of music,
which, along with her memory, will be with me my entire life.

Miss Turney was my junior high general music and chorus teacher at Lincoln Jr. High from 1992-1994. As I went on to study music and become a high school choir teacher, I often thought of her and wondered how she was. I'm sorry to hear of her passing, and will remember her fondly.

I served on the NEA Women's Issues Comm. with Chris. What a delightful lady! What a great leader. I am very sorry for your loss.

Dear Judy and Linda, I'm sorry for the loss of your sister. We met as children when you moved in next to my grandma in Sandwich. She was talented, sweet and funny. Obviously she was also a wonderful teacher. She will be missed by many.

Chris was a vibrant force in the life of anyone who knew her. Certainly one of the good people whose laugh reminded one of a lust for life. You will be missed. Eternal peace be with you.

I was so very sorry to hear about Chris. She was one of the first people I met when I was a new member of the Illinois Education Association (IEA) Board of Directors. She was very kind and welcoming to me. We had many conversations together through the years and she was someone I thought very highly of. My thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with her family.

My thoughts and prayers to Ms. Turney's family. She inspired me to really understand the meaning of music...not just to sing but to feel it deeply & with passion. God Bless and may her memory be eternal.

Sending my condolences to her family. Ms. Turney was one of my teachers in Lincoln Jr. High. I remember her passion for teaching and patience. I am a teacher today and it has made even more appreciative of all the teachers I have had who have touched my life. Thanks, Ms. Turney, for your dedication to teaching!

We offer our sincere condolences.
Bob and Medi Munin

I think it is a credit to any teacher when she is remembered by her students. How fitting that among the first entries on Chris' page should be from some of her former students. I can only imagine what a force Chris was in the classroom based on my experience with her in the IEA. It was my privilege to have worked with Chris on the IEA Board where I saw how highly regarded she was by her colleagues and how passionate she was in her work on behalf of education employees. I'm sure she looked at this as an extension of her passion for her students. I am so thankful that our paths crossed and I will miss her. My sincere condolences to Jim and to the other members of Chris' family.

Deepest sympathy to the family. Ms. Turney taught me as probably one of her first classes at Robinson School in Lyons. I have always remembered her fondly, and have taught some of the silly songs she used to teach us to my own daughter, who is going on to college next year in Nashville...Belmont University's School of Music. I have thought of her often. She as a strong influence on me. THANK YOU MISS TURNEY!

My condolences to her family. Thanks to Ms Turney's recommendation, I was able to go to Europe in High School with her cousin. It is a trip that had a great impact on me and I have cherished it throughout my life. It would not have been possible without her. She remembered me from grade school at Washington Elementary in Lyons and recommended me to go on the trip. She was to go on the trip as well but budget cuts in the district left her without a job. Hopefully she was able to make a trip to Europe in her lifetime.