Joseph C. Turek, 80, passed away on April 26, 2024, in Fenton, MO. He was born on September 14, 1943, beloved son of the late Walter and Elsa "Grauer" Turek. Joseph and Althea "Rice" Turek were united in marriage on November 7, 1964 and she passed away on March 27, 2018. Joseph is survived by his Three Daughters Catherine Turek, Jennifer (Austin) Turek, Stephanie (K. Glynn) Doyle; Six Brothers Paul (Maryann) Turek, Tom Turek, Ray (Joan) Turek, Tony (Terry) Turek, Carl Turek, Leo (Cindy) Turek; Eight Grandchildren Joshua Turek, Meghan Scydick, Brandon Scydick, Alex Turek, Rebecca Doyle, Jacob Turek, Claire Doyle, Ben Doyle; Cousins; Nieces, Nephews, and a Friend to many. Joe was an avid fisherman, hunter, golfer, furniture maker, and electrician. He excelled in all of the annual Turek fishing tournaments. He loved making homemade pizzas and chocolate banana malts for his children when they were young. Joe was a teacher. No matter what he was doing, he would say, "Come here, let me show you how to do this." He was quite the comedian and made everyone laugh with his witty repertoire. Joe dedicated his life to loving and caring for his wife, Penny, and his three daughters with his whole heart. Joseph is preceded in death by his Parents Walter and Elsa "Grauer" Turek; Wife Althea "Rice" Turek Visitation will be Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home in Fenton, MO. Funeral Service will be 12:00 PM Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home in Fenton, MO. Interment will take place in the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO along with his beloved wife. Memorial donations can be made in Joseph's name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Gateway Area Chapter http://www.nationalmssociety.org/Chapters/MOS