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He was born to George and Grace Turner, in Springfield, on Jan. 23, 1932.
Don graduated from the University of Illinoisâ School of Architecture in Urbana-Champaign.
On Jan. 31, 1953, he married his best friend and love of his life, Marilyn Hoyt. Marilyn preceded him in death.
After proudly serving for two years in the U.S. Army, the two of them established roots in Kankakee, where they raised their girls and Don established the architectural firm, Turner-Witt and Associates. His firm was known for designing hospitals, schools and commercial buildings throughout Illinois.
He was an active community member, serving as board president at the YMCA, a member of the Rotary Club, The United Way, Kankakee Country Club as well as the First Presbyterian Church of Kankakee.