Turkey Gumbo

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1 pound cooked turkey, white and dark meat

1 1/2 sticks butter

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup bacon renderings

3 ribs celery, chopped

2 medium onions, chopped

1 bell pepper, chopped

8 cups chicken or turkey stock

1 pound ham, diced

1 pound canned tomatoes, rough chopped

2 tablespoons file powder

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon mixed salt and ground pepper 

1 tablespoon mixed salt and ground pepper

1 teaspoon crushed hot red chili peppers

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

1/2 teaspoon ground bay leaves, or 3 whole leaves

2 cups diced okra