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MDTurner

Dave_Coleman — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:57:48 GMT

One of our Norton Gurus has passed.

Date Registered: April 11, 2008
Last date Visited: July 19, 2011

Messages Posted: 5308
Kudos Received: 1149
Solutions Authored: 307

He will be missed.

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SendOfJive — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:13:26 GMT

I am stunned and deeply saddened to learn of mdturner's passing. Aside from being one of the bright stars on the forums, he was just a great guy to know. We became good friends through our PM correspondence, and my sense of loss is beyond words right now. I send my deepest condolences to his family.

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erik_carlstrom — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:27:56 GMT

Incredibly shocking and saddening news. Beyond the help he gave on the forum, he was a good man. I definitely feel a huge sense of loss with his passing and will keep his family in my thoughts and prayers.

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floplot — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:30:34 GMT

Hello

May you rest in Peace Mike. SOJ, your Avatar is so appropriate also.

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matt_phillips — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:35:19 GMT

Thanks for sharing youself with us, Mike. Vios con dios.

Matt

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Dave_Coleman — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:46:50 GMT

I just looked up what Mike's last signature file was. I think it speaks clearly about what kind of man he was:

We look forward to the time when the Power of Love will replace the Love of Power. Then will our world know the blessings of peace. ~William Ewart Gladstone

You touched our lives, Mike. Thank you for helping to make the world a better place while you were here. You helped so many.

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DStain — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 21:05:02 GMT

What a shock,

I can't believe this is true, tell me it isn't.

Mike was one of the first testers to help me out and my God I will miss him, he would allways send me Christmas and New years greetings, he never forgot.

I send my condolences to his family, rest in peace my friend.

Deric

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Tim_Lopez — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 21:09:43 GMT

Mike will be greatly missed. Not only was he a very intelligent guy, but very friendly and an all around wonderful person. His Kudos, Posts, and Solutions can be measured, but his kindness was unmeasurable.

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AllenM — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 22:05:05 GMT

A tribute to my friend Mike.

I still remember when I first started becoming actively involved in the Norton Community and Mike saw me trying to help others and I was a "rookie" when it comes to forum etiquette and conducting myself in a way that would make others feel truly welcome. Mike volunteered of himself to be like a mentor to me, giving suggestions, advice but most importantly he gave of himself.

We quickly became friends, first in the Norton forums, then in PM and then through offline email correspondence. In time we grew to be good friends and I will value my friendship with Mike for as long as I live. I remember when he sent me pictures of where he lives and invited my husband and I to stay with him and his family when next we traveled to the area where he lives.

Mike is one of those selfless people who is always willing to give of himself and help others in their time of need. Mike was never too busy to do what he could to help people.

I know that anyone who has had the honor of knowing Mike is richer for that experience.

I regret that I never had a chance to meet Mike in person but he forever has a place in my heart and in my thoughts.

Mike, may you rest in peace and know that there are so many friends and loved ones who will always remember you for the kind and loving person you have always been. Thank you for touching our lives my friend!

My heartfelt condolences to his family. You will be in my heart and my prayers.

Allen

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Phil_D — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 21:33:40 GMT

Rest in Peace, Mike. Thanks for all the help you gave to the Norton Community members.

I know you had a special place in your heart for roses.

My deep condolences go out to his family.

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delphinium — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 21:42:26 GMT

Michael and I shared a lot of laughs, off-colour jokes, and photgraphs of our animals. He loved his sheepdog, Tucker, adored his family, especially his grandaughter, and always had time for friends and neighbours. One of his very best donations to the cause of entertainment was this Letter from the Taxman. It can be read and enjoyed here. http://www.boreme.com/posting.php?id=1040

We had fun passing links to absolutely ridiculous songs from the sixties that we were both old enough to remember, including such sterling examples as "My Boomerang won't Come Back" and "Chirpy, Chirpy, Tweet, Tweet." I am still having trouble imagining him in what he described as a "purple Edwardian suit."

He was a great friend. I'm glad that I had the opportunity to know him.

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PapauZ — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 21:50:53 GMT

We will really really miss you Mike from our big family. :womansad:

As we say in Hungary: Nyugodj békében!

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huwyngr — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 22:13:25 GMT

Thank you Mike for all you did for everyone here in the Forums.

You will be missed but not forgotten.

May your family and friends find the peace that comes with acceptance.

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PC_confused — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 00:16:55 GMT

I'm very sorry to hear the sad news.. I think MD was the first reply to my first post. He always seemed to have the right answers. Now there will always be an empty spot in the replys..

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shannons — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 00:25:53 GMT

Forever at peace, Mike...

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mijcar — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 04:04:11 GMT

MDTurner was a bright star here -- an intelligent voice and a kind one.

His presence added to the world.

He will be missed.

My sympathies to those who will miss him the most, his family, friends, and other loved ones.

Michael

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Mitka — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 06:09:16 GMT

May he rest in peace.

My condolences to his family, friends and loved ones.

"Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." ~ Author Unknown

"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love." ~ Leo Buscaglia

Mitka

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Gayathri_R — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 06:28:14 GMT

Mike will be immensely missed. May his soul rest in peace.

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AllenM — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 06:39:53 GMT

Hi Mitka,

Thank you, that is very beautiful and wonderfully said.

Best wishes.

Allen

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Stu — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 07:19:12 GMT

Rest in Peace, Mike!

Thanks for all the great help and wise lessons here at the community