They Don't Make Them Like They Used To

Retired General Motors president and former CEO died June 13, 2010, at the age of 87. Reading his obituary provided a lesson in how much Detroit CEO culture and corporate careerism in general have changed since the post-war auto boom of the 1950s.

Going Out In Style

As the obituary for Debby Lynn Underwood Gross says, "If you don't share her appreciation of laughter at the expense of etiquette and decorum, read no further."

Stephen Gilbert, Ratman Writer

Stephen Gilbert fought the Nazis and advocated for nuclear disarmament. But mostly, he is remembered for a story about rats.

Ed Limato: The Nicest Shark in Hollywood

Ed Limato was a rarity in Hollywood — an agent who was genuinely liked by his clients and colleagues.

Nathan Henn, Volunteer Killed in Uganda

American aid worker Nathan Henn was among the 74 killed by twin bombings in Uganda, the blasts targeting crowds gathered to watch the World Cup final on TV.

Jack Craig: Watching the Watchmen

In 1967, reporter Jack Craig received an unusual assignment — report on the NFL championship game on TV but focus on the telecast, not the game.

Carl Gordon, Late Bloomer

In his late 30s, Carl Gordon found himself twice-divorced, stuck in a dead-end manual labor job with the feeling that his life was going nowhere. By the time he died this week at age 78, he’d appeared in 26 TV shows and movies and a slew of Broadway productions.

Matthew Weikert: Bringing Afghanistan Home

In 2010, hundreds came together in Illinois to honor a Marine and Army veteran who had recently been deployed to Afghanistan.

Clint Formby, Radio Philosopher

The "Day-By-Day Philosopher" had the longest-running consecutive radio broadcast in history.

Papa Jacques Montouroy, Aid Worker

The legendary aid worker spent decades in war-torn locales, providing food to the hungry and teaching poverty-stricken kids to play soccer.

Marilyn Hudson, Book Lover

Marilyn Hudson read up to one book a day and an estimated 15,000 books lined her home. But this wasn’t what made her one of Southern California’s most important champions of literature.

Catfish Collins Played Rhythm Guitar for P-Funk and James Brown

Even if you know the name Bootsy Collins , you may not be familiar with the man who got him into music in the first place:his big brother Phelps, aka (19432010).

Hideto Matsumoto, Japanese Guitar God

When rock band X Japan finally made its live U.S. debut, its most beloved member wasn't there.

Harold Dow and Asthma Fatalities

When TV journalist died due to an asthma attack, many were shocked. But just how rare is death from asthma?

The Disappointing Career of George Weiss

George Weiss wrote classic songs like "What A Wonderful World" and "Can't Help Falling in Love" – so it may come as a surprise that anyone believed he'd made the wrong career choice.

And the Emmy goes to...

Last night at the Emmy Awards, big names walked away with big prizes. But not every winner is Al Pacino or Tom Hanks. Here's a look at a few not-so-famous Emmy winners.

Rich Cronin: LFO Singer Remembered

You may not remember "Summer Girls," but if today’s search statistics are anything to go by, lots of people haven’t forgotten about LFO and Rich Cronin.

Artist Varnette Honeywood (1950–2010)

Varnette Honeywood began studying art as a child at age 12, and it would be books for children that would bring her art to its widest audience.

Between a Raging Bull and Heaven’s Gate

As head of United Artists, Andy Albeck oversaw two movies that would loom large in film history – one among the most critically-acclaimed movies of the decade, the other a box office disaster that forever changed the way movies were made.

Politicos of the Past

As Election Day 2010 gets underway, we take a look back at a few notable politicians who died earlier this year.

Macho Man, Macho Dad: Remembering Randy Savage Father Angelo Poffo

"I have always been proud to call Angelo Poffo my father." –Randy Savage

Inspired by Teddy Pendergrass

Teddy Pendergrass was more than just a great singer – he was an inspiration.

Fess Parker: Winemaker

Forty years after he'd made his name portraying Davy Crockett, actor Fess Parker still had fans seeking autographs and photos. But they wouldn't go to the Walt Disney lot to find him.

He Saved Her Life; Now She Honors His

Transplant recipient on mission to fulfill her organ donor's bucket list.

Alex Chilton, Big Star, and Musical Immortality

Alex Chilton isn't a household name. Even if you don't know who he is, though, you probably know at least a few of his songs.