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.
Thursday, January 2, 2014
Juanita Moore
Oscar-nominated actress -- via Variety. Best remembered for her key supporting role in "Imitation of Life" as the long-suffering, noble Annie Johnson. She began her career as a performer at the Cotton Club!
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Joseph Ruskin aka Joseph Schlafman
Actor -- via Deadline Hollywood. A highly recognizable character actor who often played gangsters, "foreigners," aliens, and the like. Star Trek fans will remember him as Galt in "The Gamesters of Triskelion."
Monday, December 30, 2013
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Paul Blair
Masterful center fielder -- via the Washington Post. He won Game 1 of the '77 Series with a walkoff single in the 12th.
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