In Memory of Judson: Ease the Turner Family's Costs

Family and friends of dear Judson Lynn Turner invite all who love him to celebrate this impressive, singular soul, who was wholly generous and unique.

Judson left the world one week after he blew out candles on his 47th birthday.

Judson died after a sudden cardiac event and three days of life support.

Help is requested for this unexpected, tragic loss.

Donations will ease memorial, funeral and estate settlement costs.

While not required or expected, the Turner family deeply appreciates and welcomes any contribution.

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Our beloved eldest son, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at age 47. Judson was born in Rochester, NY on March 20, 1978. He was a 1996 graduate of Wilson Magnet High School, and a 2001 graduate of the State University at Buffalo. By the time of his death, he had become an entrepreneur and was the sole proprietor of the Turner Black Car Service. He expressed his love of music by performing as a DJ and sharing his favorite artists with those around him. He loved traveling to see loved ones, always somehow ending up at the beach. Known for his generous spirit, Judson shared his life with like spirits and in his final act, his organs with those in need.

Predeceased by his grandparents; and cousin, Roger "Guy". Judson is survived by his parents, Reverend Lynn Turner & Patricia Welz Turner; twin brothers, Joel (Maryland) and Nathan (wife Ellen) Turner; beloved nieces, Maisie and Rowan; many other relatives, including his aunt, Jeanne & cousin, Janine Ball (Orlando FL); aunt, Barbara West (New Jersey) & cousin, Curtis (Arkansas); uncle, Thomas (Laurie) McMillan (Connecticut); cousins, Raina & Stephanie Gugliotti (Connecticut); cousin, Philip McMillan (Missouri), and cousin Lena, McMillan (North Carolina); and his close, lifelong friends, Leandro da Silva (Deborah, son Dylan), Derek Uthman (Sarah, son Vincent), and Dr. Seema Yasmine (Nevada).

Celebration of Life, Friday, April 4, 12PM (calling hours begin at 10AM), Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 141 Adams St., Rochester, NY 14608. Interment, Mt. Hope Cemetery.