Monday, May 10, 2010

Francisco Aguabella


Percussionist played in all manner of genres -- via the L.A. Times

Frank Frazetta


Fantasy illustrator par excellence -- via the New York Times

Lena Horne


One of the 20th century's greatest singers; this performer overcame race prejudice to score success as an actress as well. Her activism and sheer bravery makes her one of the most remarkable beacons of light we have seen. Via the New York Times. Among the songs she made uniquely hers: "The Man I Love," "the Lady is a Tramp," and "Stormy Weather" --


Saturday, May 8, 2010

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Robin Roberts


Hall of Famer still has best record for Phillies right-hander -- via the New York Times

Debby Lynn Underwood Gross


Woman crafted her own hilarious obituary -- via the Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Giulietta Simionato


Beloved mezzo-soprano -- via the New York Times

Michael J. Dupey


Businessman created Michael's craft stores -- via the Dallas Morning News

Bill Reel


Columnist focused on ordinary New Yorkers -- via the New York Daily News

Gwyn "Jocko" Thomas


Journalist was quintessential crime reporter -- via the Toronto Star Globe and Mail

Robert Gary


Script supervisor worked on everything from "The Searchers" to the "Star Trek" series -- via Variety

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Ernie Harwell


Legendary baseball broadcaster, best known for his long-time radio stint with the Detroit Tigers -- via the Detroit Free Press. It was a privilege to listen to him down through the years.

Roy Carrier


Zydeco musician -- via the Lafayette, La. Advertiser

Peter O'Donnell


British novelist created comic strip heroine Modesty Blaise -- via the Times of London