Mother Florence Rachael Powell Turner, 90, of Pomona Park, entered the sunset of life on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Flagler Hospital, St. Augustine following an extended illness.

Florence was born to William & Winnie (Cooks) Powell, Sr. on Saturday, October 4, 1919 in Eau Gallie, FL. A longtime resident of Pomona Park, she spent her childhood in Deland. Her lifelong love & gift for cooking has been the hallmark of her professional career. She was employed as the main chef and housekeeper for Southern Railroads fishing resort situated on the banks of the St. Johns River where her beloved husband, Leroy was employed as a professional fishing guide.

She was a longtime member of New Mt. Tamo Baptist Church, Pomona Park where she faithfully served on the Mothers Board and in the Kitchen Ministry. In addition as a successful gardener and avid fisher, she earned the nickname Mullet Lady or Mullet Queen and her van was known as the Mullet Mobile. Mother Turner befriended and mentored many local fishermen and has many Signature Recipes. Over the years, she prepared many specialty foods for area restaurants, families and individuals. Her act of benevolence and commitment to her church was known by all. She initiated numerous community programs throughout the South Putnam region. She was proud of the privilege to vote (She was among the first Negroes to register to vote in Volusia County), she proudly acclaimed a record of not missing one chance to vote since she started and also was a poll worker in South Putnam County. She had past affiliations in the Order of Eastern Star, Progressive Pallbearers, Heroines of Jericho and Daughters of Elk, I.B.P.O.E.W. in Volusia and Putnam Counties. A few weeks ago, she was overjoyed by the love of her family, friends and community in celebrating her 90th Birthday (October 4, 2009) that was graciously hosted by her church family. She was preceded in eternal rest by her beloved son, Raymond Felder Sr.

She leaves to cherish her loving memories; loving and devoted husband of 42yrs, Deacon Leroy Turner, Pomona Park; Grandchildren, William (Lenora) Felder, Miami; Caregivers, Brenda & James Cusack, Deland; Sister-in-law, Verbena Bryant, Palatka; Brother-in law, Saul Miller, Riverside, CA; Foster Children, Anita Cookie Snowden and Craig Powell, Ormond Beach/Holly Hill; Step Daughters, Alice Daniels and Yolanda Taylor, both of Deland; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation of family and friends will be 5-7 p.m. Friday December 11 at New Mt. Tamo Baptist Church, Pomona Park. Homegoing Celebration will be 2 p.m. Saturday, December 12 at New Mt. Tamo Baptist Church, 33 South Railroad Ave., Pomona Park, Her pastor, Rev. Theodore McRae is the eulogist.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Arthur J. Mack Funeral Home, Inc., A subsidiary of J.E. Cusack and Son Services, 727 S. Stone St., Deland, FL., assisted by Karl N. Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel, Palatka.