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Turner Sanderlin


Sunrise: June 16, 1957
Sunset: August 27, 2020

Turner Sanderlin known to his family and friends as “Mr. T” peacefully departed this life on August 27, 2020 at DePaul Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis T. and Fannie G. Sanderlin, son, Termain Hill, six sisters, Verna Mae Sanderlin, Sarah Gresham, Mary Smallwood, Beulah Mae Merritt, Dorothy Bond and Zenovia Watson and one brother, Norman Sanderlin.

Turner was born in Windsor, NC. He graduated from Bertie High School and later attended Culinary Art School. He relocated to Norfolk, Virginia where he became gainfully employed was a chef for over forty years, and where he met his wife Brenda of twenty-four years. “Mr. T” as he was known on various jobs over the years was employed with the Sheraton Hotel for ten years, Marriott Hotel for fifteen years and with Town Point Club for fifteen years until his passing. Mr. T specialty was honeybun cake, famous bread pudding, homemade macaroni, and cheese, amongst many other foods that helped him earn “Top Chef” many, many times over the years. Brother Turner was a member
of Prayer and Deliverance Center under the leadership of Pastor James E. Nicholson, Sr. he was an usher, sung in the choir at one time. Brother Turner received the gift of the Holy Ghost in noonday prayer in 2005.

One of his favorite scriptures was Psalm 30:5 “Weeping may endure for a night but, JOY cometh in the morning.”

He loved his wife, children, grandchildren, family and friends and his special granddaughters; Kennisha and Luriya Stokes.

Left to cherish his precious memories is his loving wife, Brenda Sanderlin, children, Charles Stokes (Tovia), Antonio Stokes, Travis Johnson (Tamra) Dominic Sanderlin and Latricia Patterson (Troy) thirteen grandchildren, thirty three great- grandchildren,siblings; Barbara Goodrich (Curtis), Joanna Cooper (Kendin), Edwards Sanderlin (Brenda), Melvina Simmons, Joseph Hill (Celestine) Patti Watson (Steve) sisters-in-law, brothers-in law, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Viewing Friday, September 4, 2020 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Saturday, September 5, 2020 2:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service Granby Chapel Entombment Forest Lawn Cemetery 8100 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance

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    Doris L Thompson says
    August 31, 2020 at 5:14 pm

    My condolence to Ms Brenda and family he will be truly miss , he was like a brother to me .

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    michael edwards says
    September 1, 2020 at 6:22 am

    god needed your good cooking in HEAVEN…..

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    Wilbert Pope says
    September 2, 2020 at 6:13 pm

    Your Life was a Blessing, Your memory a treasure. You are Loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. May God continue to strengthen and be with your Family. With Love, Brother and Sister Pope

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    Sheldon Mooney says
    September 2, 2020 at 7:22 pm

    Mr.T you where a true friend and I’ll miss you every day. I know you are in a better place and I’m sure you are looking over us as you did when you where here. I miss you Brother.

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    Eddie Lee says
    September 2, 2020 at 9:32 pm

    Turner…Mr. T…Mr. Turner…Know you’re missed, know you’re loved & remembered by so many. I know you’re looking down on us, and probably shaking your head at me some too ;) ~ We’ll miss your energy & laughter in the kitchen ~ I know I will.
    Rest easy my friend ~
    Chef

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    Samaria Bingham says
    September 3, 2020 at 10:36 am

    I’ll miss our talks Mr. T. Thanks for treating me like family, it won’t be the same without you.

    With love, forever,
    Sam

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    William R. Emerson says
    September 3, 2020 at 12:51 pm

    Mr. T, You have been a true friend and loyal servant at The Town Point Club. I have always cherished our time together as you know.
    I will dearly miss your Bread Pudding, however I know your guests in heaven will take my place for now. We will meet again someday, my friend if I am so lucky. I will also miss your warm smile and gentle nature.
    Your friend forever,
    Bill Emerson

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    Cheryl & Wayne Dunn says
    September 3, 2020 at 2:55 pm

    Turner, it was such a blessing meeting you & having the opportunity to get to know you. You will be missed beyond words. Fly high in Heaven, the Good Lord got a good one when he chose you!

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    Bernard Colbert says
    September 3, 2020 at 9:00 pm

    Mr T my friend i am truly going to miss you

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    carolyn fisher says
    September 4, 2020 at 9:40 am

    My condolences to the family i worked with turner and norman at the omni/Sheraton hotel they were very nice people turner always like to make you laugh rest in peace with your smile

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    STERLING L EDLER says
    September 4, 2020 at 10:27 am

    RIP BROTHER…You will be truly missed.
    God has taking another Angel home with him.

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    Danny Lane says
    September 4, 2020 at 11:22 am

    What a great man . I will always remember that laugh. You will be missed my friend. Love you Mr T

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    Samuel Barnes says
    September 4, 2020 at 1:21 pm

    Turner
    You have been a true friend. You will be truly missed.

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    Trin'ea Joyner says
    September 4, 2020 at 1:52 pm

    Aunt Brenda, We are wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
    May Uncle Turner rest well along with his parents, my great grandparents Fannie and L.T. Sanderlin, and his siblings.

    Peace and Blessings,
    Trin’ea Joyner (Sanderlin) and Family

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    Crystal Banks says
    September 4, 2020 at 6:26 pm

    My Condolences to you Mrs.Brenda and Trish. I pray God Gives you comfort during this time of Berevement

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    Hilda Lightfoot says
    September 5, 2020 at 10:47 am

    My condolences to you Missionary Brenda and family. Praying for you all.

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    Greater Revival Center says
    September 5, 2020 at 12:12 pm

    To Brenda and Family. Please know that Bishop & Overseer Kennard and the entire Greater Revival Center have been holding you up in prayer. To know Turner was to love Turner. He touched so many lives in so many ways and will truly be missed. Earth has no sorrow, that heaven can not heal! Forever in our hearts and prayers!!

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    Thornton, Elijah & Sandra says
    September 5, 2020 at 3:43 pm

    To Brenda and Family,
    We are saddened to hear of the loss of your husband.
    May God give you strength in this difficult time.

    Sandra & Elijah Thornton, Jr.

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    Ali Halatayi says
    September 5, 2020 at 6:32 pm

    A great soul serves everyone all the time. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again.
    Mr. T, there are no goodbyes for us, wherever you are you will always be in my heart.

    I love you my brother.

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    Paula West says
    September 7, 2020 at 2:07 am

    Mr T, Thank you for everything.Imiss. you. Always in my heart. Love you !

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