James Turnbull

Madison - James Matthew Turnbull, age 46, passed away at his home Wednesday, June 29, 2016 in Madison. Matthew was born on November 2,1969 in Madison, WI to Robert James and Linda Turnbull (Meyer). He is survived by his parents Jim and Linda Turnbull of New Baltimore, MI, also survived by his sister and brother in-law Sean and Amy Ortiz (Turnbull), Chesterfield MI, niece Madison Queener, Chesterfield, MI, and his cat Corky. Matthew is preceded in death by Grandparents Gerald (Pap) and Mary Jane (Gram)Turnbull, and John (Pop) and June (Gram)Meyer.
Matthew graduated from James Madison Memorial High School, Madison WI, class of 1987. He went on to study mathematics and science at The University of Wisconsin-Madison but his true passion was Fine Arts. Matthew's artistic creativity and talent was second to none. Matthew eventually went on to work for the University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation in the office of the Registrar.
His friends and family will forever remember Matthew for his quick wit, off color sense of humor, engaging personality, and love for friends. Matthew, born in Madison, had a deep personal attachment to the city leaving only for a brief time to live in Rhode Island, but was drawn back to Madison, the city forever in his heart and soul. Matthew had the uncanny ability to make and keep lifelong friends. Matthew loved science fiction movies, was very talented in the kitchen, especially baking, and had a book collection to make a library envious.
Visitation and service will be Tuesday July 5th, 2016 from 4-6 pm with service at 6pm at Cress Funeral home, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison WI, 53705.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3610 Speedway Road, Madison
608-238-3434