Michael (Mike) Turner (5 Jan 1942 - 14 Mar 2020)

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Location
Colchester Crematorium Mersea Road Colchester CO2 8RU
Date
1st Apr 2020
Time
11am
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In loving memory of Michael (Mike) Turner who sadly passed away on 14th March 2020. Due to the latest government restrictions due to Corona virus, Mike had a private funeral on April 1st attended by close family members. Mike had family and many friends not just in this country but all over the world. We hope a celebration of Mike's life will take place later in the year. If you would like to make a donation in memory of Mike, his nominated charities are noted on the just giving page.
Mike will be missed by all who knew him

James Townsend wrote

Mike was a great friend to my brother Nigel. They met back in the 60s in New Zealand and hit it off straight away and kept in touch until Nigel's untimely passing in 2011. Mike was a genuinely nice guy and had a great sense of humour. I know this is a bit late, but I only just found out about Mike's passing, what with all the palarva of the last few years. I expect Mike would have seen the funny side of the funeral date. Rest in peace Mike.

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  • Thanks for that James. I do remember Mike talking about Nigel and the New Zealand adventures. Mike saw the funny side in any situation.....and yes.... the date would have caused him some amusement. Kev (Mikes brother)

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Sharon Turner wrote

Miss you so much uncle Mike.Thinking of you love Sharon xx

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Sylvia Maguire wrote

You are sadly missed, and were a lovely friend to John and Sylvia. Rest in peace Mike.

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Patricia Turner wrote

A donation was received from Dorothy Maguire, the widow of Mike's old neighbour and good pal Mike Maguire. This has been sent direct to Prostate Cancer UK.

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Patricia Turner wrote

Caroline Lazenby donated a sum in Mike's name to International Animal Rescue, being particularly concerned about the plight of captive bears. This UK-based charity rescues many animals from suffering and Mike would approve wholeheartedly of such a worthy cause.

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Pete Dredge donated £30 in memory of Michael

I'll miss ("Watcha Pete") our regular phone chats, Mike. You were magnificent company and a fine cartoonist.

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Patricia Turner wrote

Mike's good friends George and Sylvia Walters who live in Sydney, Australia have donated to an Australian Bone Cancer charity in Mike's memory, as have their brother/sister Jack and Hilda Barraclough.

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anne baines wrote

I will keep you in my prayers Mike.Love from Anne

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Laura Dishington donated £30 in memory of Michael
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Laura Dishington donated £30 in memory of Michael
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Sharon Stroud donated £30 in memory of Michael

I first met Mike when a group of us shared studio space at the start of our artistic careers and he has remained a true friend ever since. He was always so wise, so upbeat and so kind and I miss him greatly.

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John and Jan Mitchell donated £30 in memory of Michael

Mike was a very dear friend of both of us. We made a big effort to visit and spend time with him every time we visited the UK from New Zealand where we spent many happy times with him when we were all young. Your friendship was highly valued. You will always be remembered and sadly missed dear Mike.

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Atul Shah wrote

You are a rare gem who was very simple in values and very contented, but open to learn from others and work with them. With us you started the first ever cartoon strip in a global Jain magazine, Jain Spirit, making a 'serious' culture humane and accessible. Through this you touched many hearts all over the world without even meeting them. May your soul rest in eternal peace. Om Shanti. Your art, creativity and humour will live on forever.

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Roy and Joan Nixon donated £20 in memory of Michael
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Caroline Morby wrote

RIP uncle Mike, very fond memories love Caroline and family xx

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Helen Davis donated in memory of Michael

Mike (or Uncle Mike as we always called him) was an old friend of my dad’s. I have such fond memories of him as a child, always so kind and so so funny. Rest In Peace Uncle Mike. Love Helen x

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Roy and Joan Nixon donated £20 in memory of Michael
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Roy and Joan Nixon donated £20 in memory of Michael

We will miss you, Mike. Joan and Roy.

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Roy and Joan Nixon wrote

A good friend, wit, and fellow cartoonist cartoonist. You will be missed, Mike.

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neil Dishington donated £30 in memory of Michael

RIP Old friend, you will be sadly missed by the Dishington Family and by your chums at The Olde Bell

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Patricia Turner donated £20 in memory of Michael
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Patricia Turner wrote

Donating to this worthy charity in memory of Mike R.I.P.

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LEE JASCHOK wrote

A donation has been received from Frank & Margaret Barratt
This has been sent direct to the charity.

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Katherine Turner wrote

I will miss you very very much! Stay serene! Love Katherine x

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