Eileen E. Turner

Eileen E. Turner

October 23, 1949 — January 21, 2025

Hudson, MA

Eileen E (Kavanagh) Turner, 75, of Hudson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, with her family by her side. 

Eileen was born in Dublin, Ireland to the late Patrick and Elizabeth (Cullen) Kavanagh. In 1954, at the age of 5 years, she traveled by ship to emigrate to the United States. Her family settled in Hudson, Massachusetts; the town Eileen called home for many years. She was raised in Hudson attending local schools and was a 1967 graduate of Hudson High School Upon graduation from high school, Eileen went on to have a career in banking, creating relationships with many of her customers. 

An avid reader, Eileen devoured books across a diverse range of genres. Her passion for the natural world manifested in a love of gardening. She took any opportunity she could to enjoy fresh air and sunshine. Eileen's eclectic tastes extended beyond literature, encompassing both the suspenseful allure of true crime documentaries and the wholesome charm of home improvement programs. A true animal lover, she cherished the companionship of creatures of all kinds. Eileen was proud of her Irish roots. Her Irish soda bread was a fan favorite amongst her family. 

Eileen moved to Vance, South Carolina with the love of her life, Frank “Spider” Turner. They called Vance their home for two decades. Eileen was a dedicated and loving wife to Frank, caring for him through many health challenges with love and devotion. Upon his passing, Eileen moved back to Hudson to be with her cherished identical twin sister, treasure family and dear lifelong friends.

Eileen was predeceased by her parents, Patrick and Elizabeth Kavanagh, her daughter, Kristen Meekins of New York, sisters, Antionette Slattery of Hudson and Patricia Gledhill of Hudson and her beloved husband, Frank Turner. She kept their memories alive with much love and care.

Eileen is survived by her two daughters, Rebecca Berger and her partner, Randy, of Clinton, and Rene Coston and her husband, Gary, of New York, and her many grandchildren. She was the proud grandmother of four grandchildren and a great grandson and the loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Eileen is also survived by her two sisters, identical twin sister, Terri Murphy and Brigid Robertson, both of Hudson, two brothers, Joseph Kavanagh and his wife Cindy of South Carolina, and Richard Kavanagh and his wife Cheryl of Hudson, and many extended family members and friends.

Rest in peace, Eileen. You will be with us always. Your spirit will live on in all who knew and loved you.

In lieu of flowers the family requests any donations may be made in Eileen’s memory to:

MSPCA-Angell - Attn: Donations

350 South Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02130

 www.mspca.org/donate-now/

Sterling Animal Shelter Inc.

17 Laurelwood Road, Sterling, MA 01564 

www.sterlingshelter.org/how-you-can-help/