Daisy Turner passed away on February 8, 1988, at the age of 104.
Daisy Turner passed away on February 8, 1988, living a life rich with the stories of her ancestors and community. Her death marked the end of an era of oral history that bridged the experiences of her formerly enslaved father with 20th-century challenges and triumphs faced by African Americans. Her legacy continues to impact the realm of oral tradition and African-American history, casting light on personal histories that shape our understanding of broader societal changes.