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The Cornfield Angel; Dedicated to My Uncle Leon

by J. Allen Wilson — Read all 1,629 poems by J. Allen Wilson

James Leon “Jimi” Turner, 78, of Marietta, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Jimi was also affectionately known as “Captain Corn” being one of the founders of the Travelers Rest Corn Festival and founder of the Captain Corn and the Cornfield Angels Foundation.

Jimi was a retired Air Force Veteran, serving in the Vietnam Conflict and later at the US Pentagon in Washington DC. He was a graduate of the Greenville Technical College Criminal Justice Program and the South Carolina Police Academy, and in 1985, was the oldest graduate of the Academy. He later became a S.C. State Constable. He retired from Greenville Technical College where he was the Chief of Public Safety, and he also worked for the Greenville County Recreation District as a stone mason. In 2011 the GCRD renamed the “double fields” in Marietta as the Jimi Turner Park.

In 2010, Greenville Forward honored Jimi with the coveted Heroes Next Door award. Please see video below on his acceptance for this coveted award.

Thursday, December 12, 2013


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You served our country in a difficult time.
You served with honor when the world was falling apart at the seams.
A man amongst men; a soldier, a giver of life and in your passing I mourn.

The years after NAM you never lost who you were.
You remembered your roots and your dedication served many far and wide.

On 12-11-2013 you cast your last breath.
Thousands will mourn your passing,
But Uncle Leon you are free at last.

The works that you did while on this simple clinging world in which we live hath surely put stars in your crown,
As Jesus will with surety say
”Well done my faithful servant, come and sup with me this day.”

You fed the hungry, you clothed the poor.
You gave and continue even after your passing to do the same.
You were a gentle and sweet man
And long will live your name.

Thus now to you this gentle man.
As I and many bid you farewell as you cross the river into the ‘Promised Land’.

You my dear Uncle made your mark.
Glory awaits you as we,
The still mortal walk in the dark.

I close Dear Sir with this final quote
For Jesus hath said…
“A good name is better than riches or gold”.

You shall be missed and we love you so much.
Say hello for me and ask Jesus to instill in our hearts your loving touch.
God bless you Sir,
But I’ll see you again.
Adieu to you and until then…

Love always - Allen

J. Allen Wilson © 12-12-2013
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Reviewed by Dayvid Graybill
Reviewed on December 16, 2013
Heroes who pave the way and teach us about life are usually everyday people with integrity and honor. Sounds like "Uncle Leon" was that kind of guy. Nice tribute.

Peace,

Dayvid

Reviewed by Connie Faust
Reviewed on December 13, 2013
This is a beautiful tribute, Allen. He was such a special man, and deeply loved by his nephew. May God bring you comfort and peace.

With love,
Connie

Reviewed by Rhonda Galizia
Reviewed on December 13, 2013
My Bubba,
I'm deepy sorry for your loss. I know you cared for your Uncle Leon immensely, and admired him all through you life.

You have written a very fine and fitting tribute to a very special man. I watched the video and he surely brought much happiness to children, and relief to hurting mothers. I appreciate his service to GOD and Country, too.

You are all in our ongoing thoughts and prayers at this very tender time. May the love and comfort of our LORD fill you with His peace.
Love & Hugs, Sis

"Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable; if there is any moral excellence and if there is any praise... dwell on these things." Philippians 4:8

Reviewed by Kathy Parenteau
Reviewed on December 13, 2013
Very beautifull written! A wonderful tribute!

Reviewed by Budd Nelson
Reviewed on December 13, 2013
a fine tribute
budd


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