NOTABLE DEATHS | April 24, 2018
Bob Dorough (1923 – 2018), “Schoolhouse Rock” musician ›
Wrote and performed songs like “Three Is a Magic Number”…
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What Does "Rest in Peace" Mean, Really? David Kessler Explains ›
One of the world's leading grief experts offers gentle thoughts on our feelings after a death.
DIED TODAY IN HISTORY | April 24, 2018
Died April 24 ›
Estee Lauder turned a childhood interest into...
Did You Know?
There are more than 200 euphemisms for death in the English language, from 'shuffled off this mortal coil' to 'with the ancestors'.
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CULTURE AND TRENDS | April 2, 2018
Why Newspaper Obituaries Are So Valuable for Genealogy Research ›
When it comes to researching family history, the obit is a treasure trove of information.
CELEBRITY DEATHS | April 23, 2018
2018 Celebrity Deaths ›
We remember celebrities we've lost this year...
Did You Know?
Japan has one of the highest cremation rates in the world - 99.9% (compared to approximately 40% in the United States).
Funny Obituaries
Obituaries usually inspire tears, but a few unique souls would rather make us laugh.
INSPIRATIONAL LIVES
Louise A. Hutchinson
Reporter was the first woman to overnight at the South Pole.
Ned Garver
One of only 2 MLB pitchers to win 20 games on a team that lost more than 100 games.
Bob Sheridan
Beloved grandfather who appreciated family, humor, and good automobiles.
Victor Segura
Entered heaven at the age of 89. His last words: "I am ready to go dancing and romancing."
Hobert Nelson
The sketch artist they called "The cop who caught crooks with his pencil, not his gun"
Dane R. Balcon
Army specialist tragically died in Iraq; his legacy lives on in memorial scholarship fund
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Where there is love there is life.
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Roy Hawthorne Sr. (2018), World War II Navajo Code Talker ›
April 24, 2018
Enlisted in the Marines at 17…
Toronto Van Attack Victims (2018) ›
April 23, 2018
Ten people have been killed…
Bennie Cunningham (1954 – 2018), former NFL tight end ›
April 23, 2018
Won two Super Bowls with the Pittsburgh Steelers…
Davey Nelson (1944 – 2018), former All-Star infielder ›
April 23, 2018
Broadcaster for the Milwaukee Brewers…
Nashville Waffle House Shooting Victims (2018) ›
April 22, 2018
Four people were killed…
Verne Troyer (1969 – 2018), actor played Mini-Me in “Austin Powers” movies ›
April 21, 2018
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