Ian Rutherford Mcturk

Ian Rutherford McTurk, 64 years old, of Valdosta, Ga passed away suddenly at South Georgia Medical Center on Monday October, 25, 2021.

Ian was born in Belize on March 14, 1957 to the late John Rutherford McTurk and Ann Marie (Bosch) McTurk. Ian lived a charmed life, traveling the world as a child as his father opened international Hilton Hotels all over the globe. At age 11 he followed in his father’s footsteps by entering the prestigious Haberdasher’s Aske’s Boy’s School of London. He moved to Valdosta his senior year and graduated from Valwood. He went on to receive a business degree from Valdosta State College.

In the early 90’s, Ian began the career that he is most noted for with St. Jude Medical. He soon became known as “The Pacemaker Guy”. Ian assisted cardiologists all over the southeast with their patients who required pacemaker insertion and care. He continued the relationships gained during that period up until his death. More recently Ian ‘s business endeavors shifted toward toxicology. He was currently the CEO of Clarity Clinical Toxicology.

From a young age Ian had a love for the outdoors. He grew up competing in swimming, scuba diving, playing cricket and rugby; but his true loves were hunting and saltwater fishing. He spent countless days towing many friends and family around the waters of Long Pond, making generational memories for many.

Ian was a kind and caring person with a quirky sense of humor. He could show a ruff exterior at times, but he was always ready to help anyone in his or her time of need. Ian has been a mentor and wonderful friend to many.

Ian is survived by his wife, Anita Sinnott McTurk, of Valdosta. Sister: Sharon McTurk (Tom Przybojewski) of Ft. Lauderdale. Niece and Nephew: Blakely McTurk and John McTurk of Ft. Lauderdale. Children: Nathan (Carly) Lyon of Jacksonville, Kristin (Davy) Warren of Hahira, Nicole Sinnott of Key West, and Alex Sinnott of Valdosta. Grandchildren: Anna and Lily Altepeter, Katy Mae Warren and Tucker Lyon. Cousins: Jacqueline Taylor, Adrian (Mary Helen) Taylor, Bart (Anita) Bosch. His beloved English Cocker Spaniel, Annie, and many special friends.

A memorial service will be held Friday, October 29, 2021 at 11:00 am in the chapel of Carson McLane Funeral Home, the Rev. Jim Schappaugh officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Condolences to the family may be conveyed online at www.mclanecares.com. Carson McLane Funeral Home