Stan Lee

Stan Lee obituary

Stan Lee

Stan Lee Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 12, 2018.
Stan Lee, the Marvel Comics giant who created some of the most recognizable comic book heroes in history, died Monday, November 12, 2018, at the age of 95. According to multiple news sources, he died early in the morning at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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Leslie Redaway

October 15, 2024

Rest In the

Tony Spirito

January 12, 2024

To Logan's point, I didn't know about his cameos in the movies. He looked like a really nice guy! Stan Lee was the one who made us stop in our tracks and realize that we're all different - no matter where we live. As of last November, he's been gone for 5 years now. We'll continue to miss him for as long as possible.

Logan Strohl

January 11, 2024

He was such a great big influence on comic books that he changed everything with his characters and cameos in movies and tv shows. Excelsior! Stan Lee you will never be forgotten by any of us.

John McDonald

September 30, 2023

Meeting him for the first time at megacon back in 2017 he was the reason I fell in love with comics I was very happy to meet my idol at that time condolences to his family and excelsior.

Brian Egan

December 23, 2022

Stan, you’re my childhood hero. We met when took a photo together, in 2017 Boston Comic Con, something my dad had saved up money for after my grandmother passed that same year. Although I’m sure you’ve done the same with thousands of other fans as well.

My dad passed on everything he knew about Marvel from reading the comics himself as a kid to me when I was a kid. He told me pretty much everything. He would take me to the local comic book store every chance he got, and to every comic book movie that came out. I even would regularly read the first volume omnibus of the Fantastic Four. My favorite character however has always been Spider-Man, and I absolutely love the MCU.


I grew up on Marvel. I grew up on Stan Lee and his creation. By the age of eleven I decided I wanted to be a writer. I’ve come far since then, with much more headway to go. I’m 22 now. Stan Lee, in a lot of ways, greatly contributed to the kind of person I have become today.


I just found this obituary, so I hope it was ok I wrote this now.


Thank you to whoever reads this.

November 13, 2019

Because of him, i was inspired to make my own superheroes.

Harry Simpson

November 12, 2019

Rest in Peace Stan, thank you for sharing a part of your life with us and the innumerable and unforgettable memories....

November 7, 2019

thank you for every mervel movie rip

October 21, 2019

I am sorry regarding the loss of your loved one. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family.

Stan Lee will be missed I Just want to Thank him for making Spider-Man for what He is as a Superhero who i fell in love with as a kid all these years. also Hulk is awesome and Wolverine. May you R.I.P. Stan Lee! Thanks for making Marvel the Legendary Sup

Miles Robinson

August 17, 2019

Stan Lee will be missed I Just want to Thank him for making Spider-Man for what He is as a Superhero who i fell in love with as a kid all these years. also Hulk is awesome and Wolverine.
May you R.I.P. Stan Lee! Thanks for making Marvel the Legendary Superhero media!

John Fisher

August 2, 2019

Thanks Stan, for creating a world where we all felt at home in. Your vulnerable characters, were the every day man and woman. We could relate to their flaws and their strength and conviction gave us hope. The world was a better place with you in it, you will be missed, NUFF SAID.

Josh Uchniat

June 29, 2019

Stan Lee you will be missed and remembered as a living legend and marvel will live on for many generations i may not be a huge fan of the MCU but the characters you created and the comics youve made are amazing especially spiderman he always felt like he was in another universe because of how unique he is and thats why i like him you will be missed Stan we will spread your legacy throughout the years

Bubba DUDDYRUHWADR

May 10, 2019

Rest in Peace to a inspriation.

charles walters

April 25, 2019

he was a good marvel creator rest in peace

Michael Span

April 20, 2019

This is very late but I along with many others miss you every day Stan. I never was fortunate enough to meet you in person, but from just hearing and seeing all the wonderful things you've done and said I can tell you were truly someone that was very special. Stan thank you for making billions of peoples lives feel purposeful in this crazy world. Excelsior, much love,

Tori H

April 16, 2019

My heart broke when you passed on. My father and me were big fans of yours, and you shaped my father's childhood. Many Marvel fans have and will always remember you for the universe you created. R.I.P Excelsior!

Severino Presbitero

March 30, 2019

On behalf of Severino Presbitero, whom you inspired and instilled with hopes and dreams to do what he loves - to imagine and create. Rest In Peace Mr. Lee

Don Harnish

March 28, 2019

I remember when I first met you. I had come to get a spidey comic signed, and you were super nice to me. That day showed me that not everyone is an absolute jerk. I just wish I could have gotten more time to know you before you were gone. excelsior, Stanley.

Austin Booher

March 26, 2019

Stan brought love and hope to all he and Spidey got me through tough times rest in peace

Yvonne Miskech

March 13, 2019

THANK YOU FOR YOUR WONDERFUL IMAGINATION, STAN LEE! YOU WERE AN ICON FOR THE AGES. AND, STILL ARE. :) ^_^

SpecialK Servo

March 13, 2019

Blessings

Bill Schelinski

March 13, 2019

Growing up I was a D.C. Comics fan in the 70's and didn't get the Marvel comics. I understand why now. Stan Lee's stories were about issues I was uncomfortable with as a pre-teen/teen and D.C. was about escaping into nostalgic times. BUT, my Uncle gave me a box of comics he collected in the 60's and there were those Marvel comics. I didn't read them until my late 20's---boy did I miss something!

Then much later as an adult, I used to write Excelsior! at the end of my papers, and my teachers couldn't understand what it meant. It was how I connected to Stan Lee. Out came the Marvel movies of this past decade and my kids and I get to enjoy them. At night, after we say good night, it's 'Nuff Said! Thanks Stan.

Larry Maynard

February 13, 2019

I loved your work as a kid, a teen and an adult. And now I get to share your world and wonderful creations all over again now as a father of a daughter discovering it for herself. Thanks for so many great memories and so many still to come as your creations will live on in so many forms taken up by the next generations of artists, writers and fans. You will be missed, and yet, I know we will see you again and again in so many new and familiar forms. R.I.P Stan Lee

Pat

January 18, 2019

Please accept my condolences. Please know that the God of comfort feels your pain and sorrow. He actually provides something better to look forward to. Jeremiah 29:11 specifically tells us that God wants to give us a peaceful "future and hope." He promises in the near future all the pain and sorrow you are experiencing about your loss will be gone and we will be able to enjoy perfect life with all our loved ones.

Kayla Bosman

January 17, 2019

not all heros wear capes.

Joshua Wheeler

January 5, 2019

One man has made a difference.

December 22, 2018

You were one of the greatest story tellers of this era. The results of your innovative imagination (super heroes and villains) will continue to entertain and enlightened both the young and old forever. Rest in peace.

December 21, 2018

Sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of need. 2 Cor 1:3

December 20, 2018

You may Rest In Peace Stan lee I like all the movies your did and some of your comics they were all cool had action like all the movies you created R.I.P

Sandra J

December 18, 2018

An inspiration for so many people of all ages. May friends and family have hope in the God who opens his hand And satisfies the desire of every living thing. (Psalm 145:16)

austin howard

December 12, 2018

you inspired many and you where my inspiration for creating comics

December 8, 2018

Your stories made alot of people happy. Memories are what help ones at this time of loss. May the God of comfort be with you all at this time.

Ramoon Mercedes

December 8, 2018

We will always love you Stan leeThank you for all the movies R.I.P

Jasmine Cooper

December 8, 2018

My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with your friends and family during this tragic time. I have been reading Marvel Comics and watching Marvel movies ever since I was 8. These stories have not only to connect with my brother, but to be able to see myself represented through the characters, especially Shuri from Black Panther. May you rest in piece Stan

JEROME ARDOLINO

December 7, 2018

Stan Lee was an inspiration to many millions of kids. SPIDERMAN was rhe first MARVEL comic series I got into. As a graphic & fine artist , I related to the intricate and almost "three-dimensional" art MARVEL comics had in them. DC was the main comic book co. --until MARVEL came along. I even made an intricate SPIDERMAN wallet when I first stated reading the series. God Bless you, Stan Lee. Even a little child ,in our family saw it in you; at age 5 she--an intelligent child said, while watching an interview you did:"What a nice man. All of the wonderful movies and ,I love when he appears in them. He is very classy." That sums it up. Thank you for being you!

Samuel Ibn Bernardino

December 7, 2018

excelsior ...

Seth Overturf

December 4, 2018

You'll be missed, Generalissimo! Thanks for all the stories. Meeting you at a comic-con was a great experience.

November 29, 2018

I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Lee. All knows how painful the loss of our loved ones can be which is why it's so important for family to be near.
1 Thessalonians 5:11that
Sincerely VW

Julia Curtis

November 28, 2018

prayers for comfort and peace...

November 27, 2018

Stan Lee will be dearly missed. We send our love to his daughter through these difficult times.

Eric Scruggs

November 27, 2018

Rest in peace Stan you will be missed prayer for family

John Popadak

November 27, 2018

Rest in Peace Stan the Man! I am so going to miss your cameos in the movies but I must thank you for bringing my favorite characters to life. I even owned a comic book store because of my love for Spider-Man, which was all thanks to you. You will be sorely missed here on Earth. Enjoy the cosmos sir! Excelsior!!

Keylee Josie

November 26, 2018

My friend Josie loves this man for his work. We think that in his memory that they should make a movie about Loki, or do a movie or documentry about the famouse Stan Lee himself.

November 26, 2018

My condolences to Mr. Stan Lees family. Mr. Lee will be missed by so many. His creativity has touched millions. May God comfort your hearts - 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

November 25, 2018

Mr. Stanley you will truly truly be missed

Dan Menadue

November 25, 2018

Mr Lee, you were the best thing to happen to millions of us, you were the one true super hero of our time.
you changed our lives and and gave us the one thing we all needed even if we didn't realise it, you gave us hope and a story to tell, thank you Stan Lee

may you be remembered forever.

Lou Ann Widau

November 25, 2018

Stan... The Godfather to my husband and to superhero's! You are missed and cherished forever

Esther Mouse

November 24, 2018

RIP to a great man who keep the world smiling so many years with his work of comics and other adventures...rip...Stan Lee

Ronald Peagler

November 24, 2018

Mr. Lee, you singlehandely changed the world, I spent many hours reading marvel comic books, I remember well buying comics in the late 60's right on up to the 90's, you not only changed my life but the lives of many kids and adults. Still have many of my comics. May you Rest In Peace.

Corey Moore

November 24, 2018

Dear Stan Lee,
Though you can only read this from you resting paradise. I just felt i had to write it to share with the world. You, even though i have never met you in person or spoke directly to you. Sir, you have been like a Father to me, a brother, my best friend... i have shed so many tears since you have passed its silly kind of. Crying so much for a stranger? Not to me Sir! To me, you will always be my Hero! Since i can first remember, you have always been a huge part of my life. Not only for entertainment through your Amazing world you imagined and made a reality. It was you as the Man you are. The only person i could deem without a doubt PURE OF HEART. You made the world smile with you shiny humor and witty jokes. Your beliefs and mantality is what i have thrived for my whole life. A world full of Gentleman, and ladies. A world full of smiles and people helping each other. No hate, or racism or bigotry. A world were we are all loved and all united together as the human race. If not for you sir, my childhood could have easily ended when i was a young boy. It was rough growing up. Violence, and hate, true evils of this world was an everyday thing. But you stepped into my life and showed me that there is good in everyone. Taught me not to be afriad to stand up in the darkness and let my good light out shine dark and evil! Helped me realize that being different isnt a bad thing. Or that i being poor doesnt mean that im not as good as everyone else. You showed me who i was and that its ok to be me. I have always lived my life and treated everyone with kindness and helped those in need. Stood up for the ones who cant stand up alone. Protect those that are defenseless! I will forever carry your beliefs with me as my own sir. The world will never be as bright without you in it sir. From every part of my heart and soul. I Thank you Sir. For allowing me to live my life as i was made to. Thank you for everything! I love you Sir. Rest in Paradise. On ward and upward. Please give my Ma a hug for me! Thank you for being True! -
Corey Moore

November 24, 2018

R.I.P Stan you were absolutely AWESOME my favorite marvel character was spiderman and you. Im 11 years old but I will miss you like you were a family member.

LT

November 24, 2018

To the family and friends of Stan Lee, I am sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing that we may see our loved ones again. John 6:40

Gerald Smith

November 21, 2018

Stan, if these Super heroes were real in our life, they would use all their powers to bring you back! Bless your family always. I been reading your comics since I was 8 yrs old. Had a big collections until 1976.

Yvonne M. Miskech

November 20, 2018

REST IN PEACE, STAN LEE. What a wonderful legacy you left to the world. My hubby loves all your characters you created, and the comic books and movies. You will be GREATLY MISSED. May Jesus hold you in the palm of his hand.

Rosemary T

November 20, 2018

R.I.P Mr Lee. You will be missed.

November 20, 2018

rest in peace u will be truly missed by all of your fans.

jason gardner

November 20, 2018

I am so sorry About what happen to the greatest man on earth. He made one of the best characters ever. i hope u lived your life well. i also ope some one that is so smart like you can make more marvel characters. but i j thing that will happen cause you are the smartest man i ever new in my life . Rest in peace

Anonymous

November 19, 2018

Stan was a great man with a big imagination with all the the characters he has managed to come up with Stan died at 95. RIP Stan you will be missed.

KOBY DEAN FISHER SR

November 19, 2018

ADIOS AMIGO ..... BROTHER STANLEY JOSHUA 10:13 ...... MATTHEW 5:18 & 10:02-10:05 ...... MARK 8:30-8:32 ..... JAMES 5:10-5:15 ..... & 2:15 ..... JOHN 2:09-2:25 ...... & 3:24 .....

William Carroll

November 19, 2018

A truly innovative, creative and inspiring artist. I grew up with Spiderman and Ironman...my favorites and always admired his characters. May his creative talents live on thru his characters into the future. Thank You Stan now and forever. My most sincere sympathies to his family, friends and fans around the world.

Robbin Sommet

November 19, 2018

Thank-you Stan Lee for getting me through adolescence. Excelsior! !

November 19, 2018

My heartfelt condolences and prayers. May God provide comfort and strength during this most challenging time. Isaiah 63:9 ~ With Love

Jackie

November 19, 2018

We thank family and friends for sharing the talent the creative spirit the passion of Stan Lee with the world
His vision of what this world could be we all have benefited from
May family friends and fans share the memories that leave a smile on their hearts
May we all embrace the gifts of all as his stories reminds us
And what our Heavenly Father has always told us

Ruben Moa

November 19, 2018

He will always be hero , to me. He brought joy to me in my youth. And i had dark days, growing up. When I was sad , his comic books would bring me hope. He never be forgotten. God rest his Soul. May his family be bless, Amen

Kim Ellis

November 19, 2018

Thank you for showing us that you do not have to be perfect to be a hero. God bless you & enjoy your new universe.

Joshua Davis

November 18, 2018

You will truly be missed

Nick Carlyle

November 18, 2018

We miss you deeply Mr. Lee. We can't imagine what the world would be like with out you. We know you're at peace. And we hope you're happy. God bless you.

Mike Thompson

November 18, 2018

Thanks for the memories of my youth. How your work comforted me in a world where I had to escape. God Bless you Stan Lee

Emma Johnson

November 18, 2018

No words can express how much we all will miss you. You changed the lives of so many, including my own, and made me who I am today. Thank you for being you, and you will forever be one of my idols. To me, you are the real hero in so many stories. Our world is a little less bright without your smile. Excelsior!

Yvonne Lee

November 18, 2018

Stan Lee, you will be missed for the many worlds you took our imagination. You will be missed for such creativity. You truly were a Marvel. Amongst everything you gave us Comic Con. The world was truly blessed to have you. You will be missed because who will take your place. God has a better plan and my condolences for your daughter.

Kim

November 18, 2018

If it wasn't for the characters Stan Lee created and co-created, I wouldn't be the person I am today. Comic books were a way to help me feel less alone in a world I didn't feel apart of. The world is a little less brighter without him.

Vladimir Hess

November 17, 2018

RIP STAN LEE. You will be missed

Keith Freeman

November 17, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Tom Mathias

November 17, 2018

Thank you for making the world that much more colorful. Excelsior good sir.

Amanda

November 17, 2018

One of the reasons millions of children believe in super heroes.. There will never be another like you. May your legacy live on forever for many generations to come. Peace and Blessings. Heaven gained another angel

Jason Dlugoss

November 17, 2018

When I first learned to read I was in the 10th grade, the only reason I learned how was I had a teacher who found out I could not read. After she had taught me to read I spent my whole summer in the library reading everything I could get my hands on, and yes that included comic books. The first comic book I read was called "The Amazing Spider-Man" #265 I fell in love with this comic and followed Spider-Man wherever he went. I will forever be a big fan, your friend Jason Dlugoss

William Colling

November 17, 2018

Goodbye Stan Lee. You always did have the best cameos

Len Copeland

November 17, 2018

RIH Stan we will miss you.

Again, Thanks For The Memories...Rest In Peace

Fred Barry Hetrick Jr.

November 17, 2018

What can anyone say, but thanks for the memories, Stan. For the adventures of Spiderman, X-Men and The Incredible Hulk! YOU SIR, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!

Nick Hail

November 17, 2018

As far back as I can remember all I ever wanted to be was a Superhero. The first time I watched a real movie it was the original Spider-Man movie. Everyday after that I watched that movie again. It changed my life and now I'm on my way to college to become an actor. My goal is to play a Superhero in the MCU if I cannot do that then I'll settle with living life as a hero would. And Stan Lee showed me how to do so. If it had not been for Stan Lee my life would be heading in a very different direction right now and for that I am eternally grateful. RIP Stan "The Man" Lee and "Excelsior"

November 17, 2018

Stan Lee , when the gates opened your wife of many years took your hand.
The heavens and our lord spoke
well done . Your gifts to all, will go on and on .
Thank you,
A Wonder Woman fan.

November 17, 2018

THE COMIC BOOK WORLD AND THE WORLD OF TELEVISION WILL SURELY MISS THIS GREAT MAN OF COMICS,MY GOD BLESS YOU STAN LEE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE IN THE ARMS OF OUR SAVIOUR.

GRACIE KMITCH

November 17, 2018

THE COMIC BOOK WORLD AND THE WORLD OF TELEVISION WILL SURELY MISS THIS GREAT MAN OF COMICS,MY GOD BLESS YOU STAN LEE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE IN THE ARMS OF OUR SAVIOUR.

November 17, 2018

A Mam ahead of his time. We thank you for Wonder Woman. . . . . Michelle

J G

November 17, 2018

You da man Stan!! The world will miss you.

Rebecca Weinstein

November 17, 2018

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Stan Lee. Im sorry for your loss. Thank you for so many great stories. Excelsior!

chidinma

November 17, 2018

His works meant a lot to kids and adults alike, may our heavenly father comfort all the hearts that mourn.

Camella Ford

November 17, 2018

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

Bill Barnett

November 17, 2018

He was a much larger hero than any of the ones he created and he was real. He had that outward appearance of being your best friend even though you had never met him. Would have loved to have met him in real life. RIP, sir. You earned it.

Mariah Prudhomme

November 16, 2018

This guy was a real life true super hero. Your legacy will always live on. Sincerest condoleces to his daughter and his other family.

Steven Loe

November 16, 2018

I am definitely going to miss you Stan


the comics world will not be the same without you.

Excelsior!!!!

Parker Caligiuri

November 16, 2018

I think Stan Lee was a legend Spider-Man was my first comic book I ever got I remember gett8ng them in my grandmothers TV guide he was my hero I will always remember him he was a Titan thinking he is gone is a concept that cant be grasped

Valenda Newell

November 16, 2018

BLESSINGS

November 16, 2018

I think Stan Lee was a legend Spider-Man was my first comic book I ever got I remember gett8ng them in my grandmothers TV guide he was my hero I will always remember him he was a Titan thinking he is gone is a concept that cant be grasped

Cassandra

November 16, 2018

Words can't begin to describe how heartbroken I was to hear he passed. I was in the library studying when I heard and immediately began to tear up. Stan Lee is the reason I have such an incredible relationship with my dad, he had several Marvel action figures in the basement. I knew more Marvel superheroes than Disney princesses. I loved how strong his female superheroes were and how independent they all were but knew that they were stronger with friends. It's such an honor to have been able to witness his miraculous creations during his lifetime. This past week since hearing the news I have worn one of my many Marvel shirts as a way to pay respects. Thank you Stan Lee for making such a major impact on my life.

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