Glenn William Turk

It is with profound sadness that the family of Glenn “Popsie” William Turk announces his peaceful passing. Born on December 12, 1950, in Fort William, Ontario, Glenn was the beloved son of Chester and Joyce (Jones) Turk.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Glenn is survived by his loving wife Ricki (Feaver) Turk, with whom he shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventure. He will be deeply missed by his daughters: Malissa “Missy” Irvine (Richard), Malinda “Mindy” Ogilvie (Pete), and Malanae “Mousey” Harmer.

Popsie was a proud grandfather to Bryson and Bryttney Irvine, Nicholas (Eden), Michenzie Harmer, Kayla, Kyle, Kael, Koen, and Kory Ogilvie. His legacy will live on through each of them—especially in their strong work ethic, sense of humour, and love of the outdoors.

He is lovingly remembered by his siblings: Donna (Jerry) McLaughlin, Lois Henderson, Kathy (Tony) Laforet, and Doug Turk; sister-in-law Janet Turk; and extended Feaver family: Mark (Kathy) Feaver, Leslie (Stephen) Danielson, and Lori Martin.

Glenn was the cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews, including Jeremy Henderson, Jennifer (Mike) Woolley, Kevin (Kari) Alton, Katie Stevens (Trevor), Shawn Stevens, Jesse (Kristy) Turk, Josh Turk, Eric “Jake” Turk, Samantha and Chloe Niemi, Dawn Doepker, Tonya (Danny) Kemball, Jeff Doepker, Randy (Marla) Feaver, Chrissy (Darren) Braun, Mathew (Crystal) Feaver, Jonathan Danielson, Bryan Mayo, and Selena Gamble.

He was predeceased by his beloved grandfather Harry “Bucksaw” Jones, parents Chester and Joyce Turk, sister Tammy Niemi, brothers Phillip Turk, Randy “Sam” Turk, and Wade “Herv” Turk, in-laws Henry and June Feaver, and sister-in-law Wendy Doepker.

Glenn was a hardworking truck driver from the time he left school, beginning his career alongside his father, also working for Henderson Cartage, and later driving for the local paper mill. He was proud of the miles he logged and the work he did, providing for his family through decades behind the wheel.

A true outdoorsman, Glenn found joy and peace at Weikwabinonaw Campground, where countless memories were made with family and friends. Whether it was fishing, hunting, or caring for his horses, chickens, and turkeys on his Conmee property, he lived for the land and those he shared it with.

A lifelong lover of sports, Glenn was a dedicated hockey and baseball enthusiast, known for his years of refereeing with the Thunder Bay Flyers and supporting Thunder Bay Ringette. He was happiest at family gatherings by his homemade BBQ, surrounded by laughter and stories.

Glenn had the gift of gab, a big heart, and a strong voice—never afraid to tell it like it is. He was generous to a fault, always ready to lend a hand or offer the shirt off his back.

He was a teacher of values, especially to his grandchildren, passing on lessons about honesty, hard work, and resilience. His absence leaves a hole that can never be filled, but his spirit lives on in the many lives he touched.

A celebration of Glenn’s life will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Cancer Society or Mental Health.

He will be missed beyond words and remembered with deep love.