Michael Turner has passed away. Newsarama posted the following letter from Aspen Comics’ Vince Hernandez just a few hours ago:
Hello all,Â
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.Â
Anyone wishing to send their condolences to Michael Turner’s family is encouraged to send to:Â
Aspen MLT, Inc.Â
C/O Michael TurnerÂ
5855 Green Valley Circle, Suite 111Â
Culver City, CA, 90230Â
Aspen also encourages anyone wishing to make a charitable donation to please send to Michael Turner’s requested charities:Â
The American Cancer SocietyÂ
OrÂ
The Make-A-Wish FoundationÂ
Turner was diagnosed with chondrosarcoma (a bone-based cancer that attacks the cartilage) in March of 2000, which ultimately cost him his right hip, a portion of his pelvis and several pounds of bone. Turner was very open about his cancer, making convention appearances throughout the entire time, and never giving in to the illness.Â
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Michael Jackson, a major Comics & Collectibles fan passes away
Meltdown, is very guarded with our customer base. Today we make an exception.
We are sad to hear the news today that one of our long time customers, Mr. Michael Jackson has passed away. Mr. Jackson had an advanced and eclectic taste in vintage toys, Golden age comics, especially ECs, Famous Monsters of Filmland related items like anything Universal Monsters, and even GIANT Spider Man Neon Light Boxes… He shopped with us since 1993 and had us find rare items he needed thought these years. A check would always be delivered from MJJ. Productions when we scored a rare item for his collection and a Rolls Royce Limo or Black Van would stop by to pick up the goods. Not a great conversationalist but then again he was the King of POP and his Musical Legacy will always exist to speak volumes for him.
Hear, hear! to a Great Collector!
Meltdown, Inc.