William H. Turner, III

William H. Turner, III, 83, of Seekonk passed away on Friday, March 29, 2019 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in East Providence, he was a son of the late William H. and Ethel (Stockett) Turner.  Mr. Turner was a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service before he retired. Previously he worked as a Longshoreman.  He was a 1955 graduate of East Providence High School and was a member of the wrestling team and the swim team. Mr. Turner attended the Boston Conservatory of Music and was a jazz musician playing the drums for several bands.  He leaves one son, William H. Turner, IV.  His funeral services will be private.