NOTABLE DEATHS | August 19, 2019
Richard Williams (1933 - 2019), “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” animator ›
Won a Best Visual Effects Oscar for his work on the film
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ADVICE AND SUPPORT | July 26, 2019
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When someone you care about is grieving, it's hard to find the right words...
How to Write an Obituary ›
Learn how to preserve your loved one’s life story.
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Some Chinese funeral attendees are given a red thread, which they tie around their front doorknob to ward off bad luck.
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CULTURE AND TRENDS | July 15, 2019
Netflix's "Dead to Me" Explores a Widow's Grief Through Comedy ›
Trauma and humor are layered on top of each other in Christina Applegate's new hit series.
CELEBRITY DEATHS | May 13, 2019
Doris Day's Greatest Hits: Songs, Movies, TV ›
Doris Day was one of the most popular stars of her era...
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A traditional New Orleans jazz funeral starts with somber music. It's only after the burial that the band cuts loose with raucous, celebratory tunes.
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.
Sylvia Jean Thogmartin
Beloved grandmother and community volunteer in Millersport, Ohio
Victor Segura
Entered heaven at the age of 89. His last words: "I am ready to go dancing and romancing."
Pat Quinn
Top ranked featherweight boxer was a double for Mickey Rooney
Dane R. Balcon
Army specialist tragically died in Iraq; his legacy lives on in memorial scholarship fund
Hobert Nelson
The sketch artist they called "The cop who caught crooks with his pencil, not his gun"
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Cedric Benson (1982 - 2019), former NFL running back ›
August 19, 2019
University of Texas star was drafted first by the Bears in the 2005 draft
Peter Fonda (1940–2019), Hollywood counterculture icon starred in “Easy Rider” ›
August 17, 2019
Son of Hollywood legend Henry, brother of Jane, and father of Bridget Fonda...
Gerry Murray (1920 – 2019), roller derby star ›
August 16, 2019
Murray skated for 22 years and then came out of retirement in her 50s for a few more years of fierce skating
Barbara March (1953–2019), played Lursa Duras in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and “Deep Space Nine” ›
August 15, 2019
Her character, one of the Klingon Duras sisters, was a fan favorite villain.
Dave Parks (1941–2019), former 49ers and Saints star receiver ›
August 12, 2019
One of only three wide receivers ever selected first overall in the NFL draft.
Ernie Colon (1923–2019), legendary comic book artist ›
August 12, 2019
Artist for Richie Rich, Casper the Friendly Ghost, and co-creator of Arak, Son of Thunder.
