Johnny Je'Vaughn Turner, Jr. "Junie"

Johnny Je’Vaughn Turner Jr, know to his family as Junie, was 37 years old and passed away on November 7th at Northside Medical Gwinnett Hospital. Born on August 29, 1986 in Bronx, NY to Cynthia Diana Ortiz and Johnny J. Turner Sr. His father passed away when he was 5. Soon after his mother Cynthia married his bonus father Basilio Ortiz Jr. and they moved to Scottdale, Georgia. In Avondale high school he excelled in his studies as an honor roll student. He participated in many extra curricular activities such as basketball, football and was exceptional at golf. Junie also took up French studies and spoke French exceptionally well. He participated in media newspaper program for the school. After graduating high school he went on to attend Benedict University in South Carolina to purse a career in Computer Engineering. Johnny enjoyed the road so it was no surprise when he went on to become an Owner /operator for his own trucking company, Skyline Momentum LLC. Along with his personal travel, being a trucker helped him to see 48 states in America. He was known for his hard work and often about his goals to ensure the best life for himself and his family. On August 13, 2017 he welcomed his daughter, Bella Norton. Spending quality time with her brought him so much joy. Seeing him with her allowed us to see exactly how much love and joy was in his heart. He and his fiancé Ebony Riley would shower Bella with so much and she played a huge role in assisting her grandmother with keeping her while Johnny was on the road. Junie will be remembered for his infections smile, his huge heart and his immeasurable love for his family and friends. When Johnny wasn’t on the road he enjoyed coming home to fixing and riding bikes with his cousin/ brother Chris Rock. They both shared a great appreciation for classic cars and riding motorcycles with their. motorcycle club which also included his cousin Ethan Pyatt. Junie’s family is truly saddened by his unexpected passing. As a result of the wonderful parties that his mother and father hosted that included family and friends, he always strived to ensure everyone remained close in the midst of their busy schedules. This included surprise visits, starting group chats and phone calls just to say “hey”. He may be gone in presence but will live forever in our hearts and through all the wonderful memories he has created with his family and friends. The family would like to say thank you for the overwhelming flow of love and support that they have received during this time. He is survived by his daughter Bella Norton, mother Cynthia Ortiz, bonus father Basilio Ortiz Jr., grand mothers Marjorie Jackson, Isabell Scriven amongst a host of aunts, uncle and cousins. Services entrusted to Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, Scottdale Chapel, 351 N. Clarendon Avenue, Scottdale, GA 30079.

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Johnny Je'Vaughn Turner, Jr. "Junie"

August 29, 1986 - November 7, 2023