Michael-Herr-Obituary

Michael Herr

Apr 13, 1940 – Jun 23, 2016 (Age 76)

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BORN
April 13, 1940
DIED
June 23, 2016
AGE
76

Obituary

Michael Herr, whose reports from the front lines of the Vietnam War for a magazine were turned into his acclaimed nonfiction novel "Dispatches," died June 23, 2016, according to multiple news sources. For full obituary and coverage by Legacy.com, click here.

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Locked in my heart for ever. Thank you for getting my darkest days.

Dear family:
I'm joining others in expressing my sincere condolences for your loss. Your husband was a talented writer, who knew how to bring to life history and stories in his writings...I know that the loss of a loved one is something difficult to deal with, may our Heavenly Father extent to you and your family of His strength and comfort to help you endure your grief - He is our Stronghold in times like these... Please accept my condolences.

To the family of Michael Herr....I attended Nottingham High School with
"Mickey" and I remember him as a natural
comedian. He would get on the school's
p-a system in the morning and imitate
Arthur Godfrey!

I first met Mickey in 1951 when
we were members of the Syracuse University Drama Department's
Children's theater.
I played Pinocchio and he played
an indian chief. His younger brother
was also with us.

As an...

To the family,
I send my condolences. May God grant you peace as you cope with your dear loss.

May the God of all comfort be with family and loved ones.

We are very thankful to Michael Herr for enlightening us and informing us of what really was happening during the Vietnam War. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends, and may the peace of God that surpasses all understanding be with them as each person faces everyday life without him. He will be missed!

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.