Obituaries

Interesting obituaries about some very interesting people…

Carl Scheib, Youngest Player in American League History, Dies at 91 – The New York Times

Source: Carl Scheib, Youngest Player in American League History, Dies at 91 – The New York Times

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Martin Luther King Jr.’s Original New York Times Obituary – The New York Times

Source: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Original New York Times Obituary – The New York Times

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Julie Yip-Williams, Writer of Candid Blog on Cancer, Dies at 42 – The New York Times

The unexpected thing that happens when you begin to pay attention to obituaries is that you create the opportunity to find inspiration from others who you would have never known, or even know of… This statement about Julie’s fight with cancer and the inextinguishable flame of hope is powerful, moving, and a great example of…

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Charles Lazarus (2018), Toys R Us founder | Legacy.com

“There have been many sad moments for Toys R Us in recent weeks, and none more heartbreaking than today’s news about the passing of our beloved founder, Charles Lazarus,” the company said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Charles’ family and loved ones.” Source: Charles Lazarus (2018), Toys R Us founder | Legacy.com

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10 Incredible Obituary Examples That Will Make Your Day

I have clipped one of these obituary examples below. I encourage you to go read the story on the Frazer Web Site. They are all good. Warning! Some of them will make you cry. It’s an interesting thing to work in the business of death. Or is it softer and easier if I say something…

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Gary Burden, Designer of Famous Album Covers, Dies at 84 – The New York Times

Working in the predigital era, when music was sold primarily on vinyl and artists were often trying to make a personal statement with their albums, Mr. Burden created cover after cover that seared their way into the minds of fans. Source: Gary Burden, Designer of Famous Album Covers, Dies at 84 – The New York…

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Obituary – Rep. Louise Slaughter, N.Y. Democrat who championed women’s rights, dies at 88 – The Washington Post

Rep. Louise Slaughter, N.Y. Democrat who championed women’s rights, dies at 88 – The Washington Post

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