Marilyn Turner Kelly Obituary and Death: Longtime WXYZ Weathercaster died at age 93
Marilyn Turner Kelly, a legendary figure at WXYZ Channel 7, passed away at the age of 93. Her family confirmed her death to 7 News Detroit. Turner began her career at Channel 7 as a weathercaster in the 1970s and went on to host the popular discussion program “Kelly and Company” on WXYZ Television, as well as “Good Afternoon Detroit,” alongside her husband John Kelly.
Turner returned to Broadcast House in 2008 to anchor the 7 o’clock broadcast, alongside Kelly and Bill Bonds, during the station’s 60th-anniversary celebration. Despite reports of her passing in 2016 at the age of 88, Turner’s family has confirmed her recent death.
Since the news of her passing, many have shared their heartfelt condolences with the family and paid tribute to her in recently released statements. The public is urged to keep the Turner family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Turner’s legacy as a pioneering weathercaster and television host will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her contributions to the world of broadcasting are immeasurable, and her memory will live on through the countless lives she touched.
Turner’s family has not yet released her obituary and funeral arrangements, but they will be shared in due time. In the meantime, friends, colleagues, and fans are invited to share their memories and condolences with the family.
Turner’s passing marks the end of an era in broadcasting, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her legacy will continue to inspire future generations of weathercasters and television hosts.
Turner’s family is grateful for the outpouring of support and condolences they have received since her passing. They ask that the public continue to keep them in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the charity of their choice in Turner’s name. This will help to continue her legacy and support the causes she cared about.
Turner’s memory will live on through the countless lives she touched, and her legacy will continue to inspire future generations. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
