Caren A. Turner

An angel entered this world on July 27, 1946 and went to heaven on November 7, 2026. Caren was 80 years old. She was the sixth child of nine.

Caren grew up in Mundy’s Corner and Johnstown, PA. She graduated from Central Cambria High School. She was a spectacular Majorette twirling batons of fire! She married David Molnar and welcomed 2 daughters Melissa (MT) and Michelle (WA). Later divorcing, she worked as a Grocery cashier and met Barry Turner. They married in November 1976. Her next career originated at St Patrick Hospital in Missoula working first in the Business office then transferring to Respiratory therapy as a EKG Tech for 35 years. 

Caren proclaims her greatest gifts were her grandsons Bridger (GA) and Rylan (AZ). She had the fortune of assisting with their childcare in their early years enriching them with all of the traditional anthems of grandparent-hood. Caren volunteered for the Lolo Elementary school preparing meals for the less fortunate children. She also had a profound commitment to providing comfort to the women and children at the Abuse center. She sang her heart out as a Sweet Adeline for many years relishing the fancy gowns, hair up-dos and makeup. Her voice was angelic. She proudly sold Avon for more than 35 years. 

Holidays of every kind were her most cherished from making cut out cookies and home made pizzas with her grandsons to her famous Hungarian nut rolls! She was a phenomenal cook. 

She always had a contagious smile on her face-she embodied the absolute spirit of positivity and optimism-she saw the “good” in everyone even when challenges had redirected people. 

Caren was blessed with an adoring family and group of friends-that was her contentment-her kindness was immeasurable-she often shared a quote coined by her mother Bernadine-“Be thankful for what you have and not what you want.” 

Caren’s faith, love and compassion never waivered-her signature statement was “I just want everyone to be happy!” Life is precious and the end is unknown-our lives were blessed to have known her-she gave the best kisses and hugs. Please smile when you think of her as it was one of her most glorious features! 

Don’t cry for me I’m an angel with my family-no matter how life ended it was long and full of love. Although her deepest sorrow was that she was never graced with even a photo of her great grand daughter. 

Per her wishes, cremation has taken place no service will be held. In her memory donations can be made to the Missoula food bank, Battered women’s shelter or Child care resources. 

Caren is survived by her husband Barry (MT), daughter Melissa (MT) son Bridger/daughter and son Rylan, daughter Michelle (WA), sister Jeannie (FL), brother Gale/Donna (PA), brother Darrel/Sue, numerous nieces/nephews. 

Caren is preceded in death by her parents Bernadine and Dwight Bowman, brother Devonne, sister Wanda, sister Margie, sister Diane and brother Dale. God speed mama this is not goodbye it’s until we meet again-We love you!

Condolences may be left for the family at www.dalyleachchapel.com.