NOTABLE DEATHS | October 23, 2017
George Young (1946 – 2017), co-wrote the hit song “Friday on My Mind” with the Easybeats ›
Producer for AC/DC on their first five albums…
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ADVICE AND SUPPORT | September 14, 2017
You Are Not Alone: Connect With Others Grieving the Loss of a Child ›
To all those who have lost a child, we invite you to visit our newest private Facebook grief support group, "Loss of a Child."
DIED TODAY IN HISTORY | October 24, 2017
Died October 24 ›
Rosa Parks embodied the struggle for civil rights in the U.S...
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Some Victorian families hired professional mourners to attend a loved one’s funeral. Their loud and public wailing would encourage others to weep.
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CULTURE AND TRENDS | October 1, 2017
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How a photographer creates a picture worthy of remembrance.
CELEBRITY DEATHS | May 18, 2017
2017 Celebrity Deaths ›
We remember celebrities we've lost this year...
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Ancient Greeks and Romans placed a coin in the mouth of the deceased as payment to the ferryman Charon for passage across the river Styx to the afterlife.
Funny Obituaries
Obituaries usually inspire tears, but a few unique souls would rather make us laugh.
INSPIRATIONAL LIVES
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"
Dane R. Balcon
Army specialist tragically died in Iraq; his legacy lives on in memorial scholarship fund
Bob Sheridan
Beloved grandfather who appreciated family, humor, and good automobiles.
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Where there is love there is life.
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Al Hurricane (1936 – 2017), the "Godfather of New Mexico music" ›
October 23, 2017
His signature song was "Sentimiento," a ballad he wrote for his first wife…
Brent Briscoe (1962 – 2017), actor brought genuine humanity to supporting roles ›
October 21, 2017
“Twin Peaks” and “Parks and Recreation” character actor…
Rita Henley Jensen (1947 – 2017), pioneer of women’s journalism founded Women’s eNews ›
October 20, 2017
Amplified women’s voices…
Danielle Darrieux (1917 – 2017), star glowed in French cinema for over 80 years ›
October 19, 2017
Famous for acting skill, beauty, and career comebacks...
Gord Downie (1964 – 2017), frontman for beloved Canadian rock band the Tragically Hip ›
October 18, 2017
Singer was known for his mesmerizing stage presence…
Mychael Knight (1978 - 2017), "Project Runway" fashion designer ›
October 18, 2017
Lifetime network star made waves in Atlanta fashion scene.
