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Farewell Bill Turner

That's Our Bill...

I have spoken those words to people and I have had those words spoken to me regarding Bill Turner (Bootstrap) whenever there was another exciting encounter involving him. Lets just say he was banned more than once, OK? :-) But as Theresa K added, "most of those bannings resulted from his standing up to bullies and trolls." Photophile mentioned one of the names he was known by "Troll Whisperer"

Don't be fooled by his outspoken nature and fiery history on the forums. Just viewing the length of one of the condolences threads (that quickly reached the home page of DPReview) is a testament to his character.

Bill was also a great photographer and left a fine legacy of images for us to enjoy. I'm sure they will continue to inspire. RIP Ol' pal. You are banned...until we meet again.

Bill's PBase gallery. https://pbase.com/wmdt131

Olympus SLR Talk condolences thread. http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1022&message=39691523

Oly Talk condolences thread. http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1008&message=39691626

Olympus SLR Talk tribute thread. http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1022&message=39692462

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Joe Corvaia 10-Nov-2011 13:38
I've had the pleasure of interacting with Bill for years on the forums and often times we carried the conversation over to email. I always wanted to get down to Florida and shoot with him, but sadly never had the opportunity. I valued Bill's photographic vision so much, I even asked his advice when my wife and I were deciding on our Wedding photographer. You'll be missed Bill. Take care.
Terry Alexander08-Nov-2011 15:58
Thank you for posting this thread and the accompanying links to Bill's photography. I have known Bill through DPreview for 9 years and enjoyed his candid views and the cyber friendship we shared. I am only one of many, many people saddened by Bill's passing, rest in peace Bill.

Terry
Guest 07-Nov-2011 19:10
I always enjoyed discussions with Bill - he was very helpful in my decision to convert a camera for infrared - and loved the shots that he posted on various forums. His talent and willingness to help other forum members will be missed. Hopefully he found a nice photo club to partake in where ever he is now. We miss you Bill.
Steve Wandy
Ben Herrmann 28-Oct-2011 02:16
Having conversed with Bill from time to time (off the forums), he realized that all of the smoking he did would eventually destroy his health. I felt bad for him because in a way he was a genius. Sure, he could be blunt - actually, quite "caustic" to some, but it was always a form of "tough love." And he never backed down from anyone. You always looked at Bill as a permanent fixture on these forums - always ready to provide some lively debate. It's tough when somebody like that leaves the fold. But if you believe in the afterlife, I'm sure he's doing quite well now - free of pain, and most certainly free of the concerns that plague all of us in this brutal physical world. So Bill - have a post-worldly glass of vino up where you're at.......Ben
john 27-Oct-2011 23:57
May the new journey be as good for you as the old one was for us, having been part of your life through this forum and our common interest in photography.
We created a friendship from afar, and I'm sorry not to be able to share my sentiments and condolences personally with your family. Rest easy Soldier.
John Byrne (Australia)
Lucy Elmore27-Oct-2011 21:17
So sad to hear this....rest in peace Bill. We will miss your sense of humor and wonderful photography. My heartfelt condolences to Bill's family...he will be missed.
Lucy
Dave Gaines 27-Oct-2011 17:46
Bill was also active on another photo forum at fourthirdsphoto.com. Until just recently, when health issues emerged, Bill moderated the Buy/Sell Forum at 4/3 Photo for website creator, Tony Spore. Bill could always be counted on for diligent monitoring of sales ads and assisting newbie posters like me.
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