R. Douglas Turner passed away October 30 after a long battle with cancer.
A graduate of Lake Forest College, Turner held many positions with Becker Orthopedic, Troy, Michigan, during his 28 years at the company; for the last 20 years he was the director of international marketing and sales. Turner was well known and respected throughout the international O&P community.
Turner is survived by his wife, Maryann Devanas, and daughter, Genevieve.
The family has joined with Becker Orthopedic to establish the R. Douglas Turner Scholarship Fund for O&P students at Don Bosco University, San Salvador, El Salvador. To make a memorial donation, contact Diane Klys at Becker Orthopedic, 635 Executive Drive, Troy, Michigan 48083.