Michael Turner 1971-2008
June 28, 2008 7:55 am Artists
We have sad news to report today. Michael Turner passed away last night (Fiday June 27th) of cancer.
From Aspen Comics’ Vince Hernandez
Hello all,
Unfortunately it’s with great sadness that I must inform everyone that Michael Turner tragically passed away last night, June 27th at approximately 10:42 pm in Santa Monica, Ca. Turner had been dealing with recent health complications arisen in the past few weeks. More details concerning Turner’s passing, and services, will be given shortly.
Anyone wishing to send their condolences to Michael Turner’s family is encouraged to send to:
Aspen MLT, Inc.
C/O Michael Turner
5855 Green Valley Circle, Suite 111
Culver City, CA, 90230
Aspen also encourages anyone wishing to make a charitable donation to please send to Michael Turner’s requested charities:
Or
BSI Comics extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Michael Turner.
June 28th, 2008 at 8:18 pm
Terrible news.
I found out this morning by way of Jim Lee’s blog. It’s really a shame. I’ve heard people complain about his flashy “Image” style, but I’ve loved his work ever since I saw it in Top Cow’s Ballistic mini series. I think he was one of the great standout artists of our generation.
Between him and George Carlin, it has been a bad week for the creative community, and a loss for us all.