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ADVICE AND SUPPORT | March 27, 2018
What Does "Rest in Peace" Mean, Really? David Kessler Explains ›
One of the world's leading grief experts offers gentle thoughts on our feelings after a death.
How to Write an Obituary ›
Learn how to preserve your loved one’s life story.
Did You Know?
Some Chinese funeral attendees are given a red thread, which they tie around their front doorknob to ward off bad luck.
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ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION
Atlanta, GA
THE WASHINGTON POST
Washington, D.C.
THE COURIER JOURNAL
Louisville, KY
ST.LOUIS POST-DISPATCH
St. Louis, MO
CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Chicago, IL
THE STAR LEDGER
New Jersey
THE ADVOCATE
Baton Rouge, LA
THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC
Phoenix, AZ
THE SALT LAKE TRIBUNE
Salt Lake City, UT
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Each person must live their life as a model for others.
CULTURE AND TRENDS | April 2, 2018
Why Newspaper Obituaries Are So Valuable for Genealogy Research ›
When it comes to researching family history, the obit is a treasure trove of information.
CELEBRITY DEATHS | April 9, 2018
Eric's Test ›
Did You Know?
Though used interchangeably today, gravestones and tombstones were once two different things: the marker on top of a gravesite and the coffin's stone lid.
Funny Obituaries
Obituaries usually inspire tears, but a few unique souls would rather make us laugh.
INSPIRATIONAL LIVES
Hobert Nelson
The sketch artist they called "The cop who caught crooks with his pencil, not his gun"
Ned Garver
One of only 2 MLB pitchers to win 20 games on a team that lost more than 100 games.
Bob Sheridan
Beloved grandfather who appreciated family, humor, and good automobiles.
Victor Segura
Entered heaven at the age of 89. His last words: "I am ready to go dancing and romancing."
Dane R. Balcon
Army specialist tragically died in Iraq; his legacy lives on in memorial scholarship fund
Louise A. Hutchinson
Reporter was the first woman to overnight at the South Pole.
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Where there is love there is life.
NOTABLE DEATHS
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Johnny Valiant (1946 – 2018), WWE Hall of Fame wrestler ›
April 5, 2018
The two-time World Tag Team Champion was known as “Luscious.”
Bob Beattie (1933 – 2018), helped launch the Skiing World Cup ›
April 2, 2018
Ski racing pioneer was a popular television commentator…
Winnie Mandela (1936 – 2018), prominent anti-apartheid activist ›
April 2, 2018
Former wife of Nelson Mandela was a major figure in the fight against apartheid in South Africa…
Steven Bochco (1943 - 2018), creator of "Hill Street Blues" and "NYPD Blue" ›
April 2, 2018
TV producer's hits also included "L.A. Law," "Doogie Howser M.D.," and more.
Anita Shreve (1946 – 2018), best-selling author of “The Pilot’s Wife” ›
March 30, 2018
Her novels include “The Weight of Water” and “Resistance”...
Johan van Hulst (1911 – 2018) Holocaust hero ›
March 29, 2018
Dutch principal saved hundreds of Jewish children during the Holocaust…
