Alexander TURNER Obituary

TURNER, Alexander Died peacefully at Bridgepoint Active Healthcare on May 30, 2019, in his 78th year of life. Son of Sam and Elizabeth Turner of Harrison Hot Springs, BC. Dear nephew of noted labour activist, Marjorie Gow. Loving uncle to Patricia Tolmie of Vancouver, BC. And beloved husband to Lucian Childs, formerly of Anchorage, Alaska. After acquiring degrees from the Vancouver School of Art and the University of British Columbia, Alex taught in the art department of Toronto's Central Technical School and was for twenty-four years a profound influence on his students. A talented photographic artist, his work was shown in galleries in Toronto and BC. A yoga enthusiast, world traveller, and avid reader, he was a true friend and loving husband-a gentleman in every sense. His family and friends appreciate the care he was given at Michael Garron Hospital and at Bridgepoint's palliative care unit. A private gathering will be held at a future date.

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Published by Toronto Star on Jun. 29, 2019.

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Norda Stoelting

June 30, 2019

Alex was a beautiful person. Kind, generous and full of humor. It's difficult to accept he's gone. The world is a poorer place without him.

Peter Marchuk

June 30, 2019

What a fine person and talented photographer. I will always cherish the photograph of his my wife bought for me that we now hang in our living room. My deep sympathies to you Lucian. Peter

D & Jeff Waller

June 30, 2019

You will be missed dearly, your smile, and your loving soul! God bless your loved ones left behind! May they always feel your love around them 'til they see you again!

And a beautiful couple.

Janice Shaw

June 29, 2019

In every way, a beautiful man.

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