NOTABLE DEATHS | October 15, 2018
Paul Allen (1953 - 2018), Microsoft co-founder ›
Started Microsoft with his childhood friend Bill Gates…
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ADVICE AND SUPPORT | June 21, 2018
What to Do When a Loved One is Terminal ›
A checklist for caregivers in three areas of support: medical, practical, and emotional.
How to Write an Obituary ›
Learn how to preserve your loved one’s life story.
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To prepare it for burial, Muslim tradition requires that same-sex family members wash the body an odd number of times before covering it with a shroud.
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CULTURE AND TRENDS | October 15, 2018
A New Documentary Talks Openly About Pregnancy Loss ›
"Don't Talk About the Baby" breaks the silence around miscarriage and stillbirth.
CELEBRITY DEATHS | April 23, 2018
2018 Celebrity Deaths ›
We remember celebrities we've lost this year...
Did You Know?
Some Victorian families hired professional mourners to attend a loved one’s funeral. Their loud and public wailing would encourage others to weep.
Funny Obituaries
Obituaries usually inspire tears, but a few unique souls would rather make us laugh.
INSPIRATIONAL LIVES
Bob Sheridan
Beloved grandfather who appreciated family, humor, and good automobiles.
Dane R. Balcon
Army specialist tragically died in Iraq; his legacy lives on in memorial scholarship fund
Victor Segura
Entered heaven at the age of 89. His last words: "I am ready to go dancing and romancing."
Ned Garver
One of only 2 MLB pitchers to win 20 games on a team that lost more than 100 games.
Louise A. Hutchinson
Reporter was the first woman to overnight at the South Pole.
Hobert Nelson
The sketch artist they called "The cop who caught crooks with his pencil, not his gun"
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Jim Taylor (1935 - 2018), Legendary Green Bay Packers fullback ›
October 15, 2018
Helped lead the Packers to victory in the first Super Bowl…
Hurricane Michael Victims (2018) ›
October 15, 2018
At least 26 people have died from the storm…
Audrey Wells (1960 - 2018), screenwriter of “The Hate U Give” ›
October 12, 2018
Writer/Director of “Under the Tuscan Sun”…
Tex Winter (1922 - 2018), genius behind the triangle offense ›
October 11, 2018
His innovative offense led the Bulls and Lakers to many NBA titles…
Peggy McCay (1927 – 2018), “Days of Our Lives” star ›
October 10, 2018
Played Caroline Brady on the soap for over 30 years…
George Taliaferro (1927 – 2018), first African-American player drafted by an NFL team ›
October 9, 2018
Three-time Pro Bowl selection played seven positions…
