It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Michael Turvey (Windham, Connecticut), who passed away on August 12, 2023, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Turvey to show support.

Donations in Michael's memory can be made to the CESPA Alumni and Friends Fund (https://www.foundation.uconn.edu) to support the research center that was close to Michael's heart.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Potter Funeral Home Inc

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August 16, 2023

Michael Richardson lit a candle

“So dearly loved by us all, you have been a guiding star in our lives. As a mentor, you have nurtured our curious minds, paved the way for us to explore a vast world of knowledge. Your teachings have been instrumental in shaping our understanding, encouraging us to question, analyse, and appreciate the intricacies of scientific investigation. I am grateful for the privilege of having you as a mentor and a friend. Your impact on my life and the lives of many others will never be forgotten.”

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August 14, 2023

Andrew Wilson wrote a sympathy message

“Michael was that rarest combination - a true intellectual giant, and a truly generous soul. It was an honour to have met him, to have been taught by one of his students, and to work in the field he articulated with such passion and skill. My thoughts are with Claudia, and all the many people he touched through his teaching and writing. We will never forget you.”

August 13, 2023

Carol Fowler wrote a sympathy message

“Michael was a talented theorist, researcher, communicator, and teacher, and a kind and caring friend. I am one of many students and colleagues for whom he served as mentor. He had a huge impact on my thinking and on research lines I developed. His theorizing and research on the dynamics of perception and action have been very impactful as has his research at Haskins Labs on visual word recognition. He and Claudia served as family to grad students and faculty at UConn. I will miss him forever.”

August 13, 2023

Phil Kearney wrote a sympathy message

“I met Michael only once at a conference; he was a gentleman in our personal encounter and an inspiration in his public talk. As a scientist he was a true pioneer and visionary thinker. My deepest sympathies to you all.”

August 13, 2023

Gray Thomas wrote a sympathy message

“Michael's contributions to science will live on forever, but what I will remember most is his kindness, big grin, and wonderful sense of humor. I'm grateful for getting to know him in my brief time at CESPA thus far. My condolences to his family.”