Rachel Turner, a 22-year-old resident of Toronto, Ontario, Beach Cheer Athletics past member and a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University passed away tragically on Sunday, October 13, 2024, leaving behind the entire community sad and devastated. She was announced dead by the family in a statement that read “On October 13, 2024, Rachel Macaylee Turner, 22, beloved daughter of Susan and Leon, big sister to Nathan and Lauren, succumbed to injuries suffered as a result of being struck by a vehicle.”
Who was Rachel Turner?
Big sister to Nathan and Lauren, Rachel Macaylee Turner was the adored daughter of Susan and Leon. Her drive, tenacity, and curiosity propelled her to remarkable academic accomplishments and paved the way for her unbounded future success. She majored in business administration at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo after graduating from Malvern Collegiate Institute.
Rachel made the most of her time at university by being involved in a variety of groups and events, such as Laurier’s student-run Mighty Hawks program, where she assisted in preparing young adults with developmental disabilities for the workforce. Rachel was about to reap many of the greatest blessings in life. She used yoga, meditation, and writing to cultivate mindfulness. She loved baking, cooking, reading, and going to the gym.
About Rachel Turner
Rachel was an advocate of living in the present and would talk to everyone. She looked for the positive in everyone and valued human connection. Before starting her profession, Rachel decided to take another trip after graduating from Laurier. She made the best decision of her life in January of this year when she and her soulmate Matt decided to travel to Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia for seven months.
After the trip, Rachel was happier than ever when she got home. Every grin and every photo reflects their genuine affection. Rachel was a thoughtful, selfless, compassionate, kind, and brilliant person. In order to rescue five families, she signed her organ donor card as her last act of selflessness. We will never forget Rachel’s spunky, vibrant, and unforgettable smile; she was a wonderful soul.
Fundraising for Rachel Turner Legacy Fund
Susan Turner is organizing this fundraiser to honour Rachel memory and set up The Rachel Turner Legacy Fund. The purpose of the fund is to ensure Rachel’s generous spirit and empathy lives on by helping to provide resources and needed support, including crisis counseling, to young people. Funds raised will be donated to organizations doing the great work Rachel would have done and to causes she would have supported. Click GoFundMe to donate.
