Private detective. Via the New York Times.
Interesting, overlooked, and significant obituaries from around the world, as they happen, emphasizing the positive achievements of those who have died. Member, Society of Professional Obituary Writers.
Friday, April 5, 2019
Ron Sweed
As The Ghoul, entertainer and broadcaster who became an emblematic horror host on Detroit TV. Via the Detroit Free Press.
Tim Schrandt
Recipient of one of the funnier obituaries of the year Via the Schluter-Balik Funeral Home.
Cynthia Thomas
Diplomat's wife who fought for truth and transparency after his dismissal and suicide. Via The Lily.
Thursday, April 4, 2019
Gerry Stickells
Production manager who worked with the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Queen, Elton John, and Fleetwood Mac. Via the New York Times.
Simaro
Guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader; member of legendary TPOK Jazz group. AKA Simaro Massiya Lutumba Ndomanueno. Via Pulse Live.
Geoff Harvey
Musician, conductor, music director, composer, and broadcaster. AKA The Maestro of Midday. Via news.com.au.
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
Jim DeHorn
Labor organizer and volunteer conservationist. AKA Treekeeper Jim, Mister Tree. Via the Chicago Sun-Times.
Louise Erickson
Actress best known for her many roles in the Golden Age of Radio. She is best remembered as Judy in "A Date with Judy" from 1943 through 1950; as Marjorie on "The Great Gildersleeve" in the mid-1940s, and on "The Alan Young Show" in 1949. Via Radio Spirits.
Monday, April 1, 2019
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