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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Sly Stone, Legendary Funk Musician, Dies at 82

Sly Stone, the iconic leader of Sly and the Family Stone, has passed away at 82 due to COPD and other health issues.
SF music
fromKqed
1 month ago

Sly Stone, Visionary Funk Frontman of the Family Stone, Has Died at Age 82 | KQED

Sly Stone, frontman of Sly & the Family Stone, died at 82, leaving behind a legacy of musical innovation and societal influence.
SF music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Ariel Kalma, French New-Age Pioneer, Dies at 78

Ariel Kalma shaped new-age music with his innovative blend of traditional and electronic instruments.
NYC music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

One of the greatest Bay Area musicians of all time has died at 82

Sly Stone, a renowned Bay Area musician, passed away at 82, remembered for revolutionizing music and influencing countless artists.
SF music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Sly Stone, Legendary Funk Musician, Dies at 82

Sly Stone, the iconic leader of Sly and the Family Stone, has passed away at 82 due to COPD and other health issues.
SF music
fromKqed
1 month ago

Sly Stone, Visionary Funk Frontman of the Family Stone, Has Died at Age 82 | KQED

Sly Stone, frontman of Sly & the Family Stone, died at 82, leaving behind a legacy of musical innovation and societal influence.
SF music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Ariel Kalma, French New-Age Pioneer, Dies at 78

Ariel Kalma shaped new-age music with his innovative blend of traditional and electronic instruments.
NYC music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

One of the greatest Bay Area musicians of all time has died at 82

Sly Stone, a renowned Bay Area musician, passed away at 82, remembered for revolutionizing music and influencing countless artists.
#anne-burrell
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

Anne Burrell was 'keeping an eye out' for the Green Lady of Brooklyn in sad final photo before death

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

Anne Burrell was 'keeping an eye out' for the Green Lady of Brooklyn in sad final photo before death

#hulk-hogan
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal icon, dies at 76

Osbourne was instrumental in pioneering heavy metal, an offshoot of hard rock, as Black Sabbath enjoyed huge commercial success in the 1970s.
Music
#law
fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC parents

Staten Island trial attorney who founded one of the borough's oldest law firm dies at 98

fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC parents

Staten Island trial attorney who founded one of the borough's oldest law firm dies at 98

fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Young Waterford cyclist dies riding Tour de France section

"It is with great sadness that we have learned that our clubmate and friend young Tomás Walsh has lost his life in France," said a spokesperson.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Ray D'Arcy's 'amazing' mother Mary to be laid to rest on Wednesday

Mary D'Arcy passed away peacefully at Naas Hospital in Co Kildare on Friday, July 18. She was known for her warmth and welcoming presence.
Women
#education
#major-league-baseball
#family
NYC parents
fromsilive
1 month ago

A devoted mom, Staten Islander Kim Marino succumbs to rare brain disorder after 10-day battle

Kim Fialo Marino, a beloved mother and teacher's aide, tragically succumbed to Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease just 10 days after her diagnosis.
NYC parents
fromsilive
1 month ago

A devoted mom, Staten Islander Kim Marino succumbs to rare brain disorder after 10-day battle

Kim Fialo Marino, a beloved mother and teacher's aide, tragically succumbed to Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease just 10 days after her diagnosis.
#baseball
#connie-francis
fromFortune
1 week ago
Music

'My personal life is a regret from A to Z': Connie Francis, whose roofing contractor, accordion-playing father was just her first obstacle, dies at 87

fromFortune
1 week ago
Music

'My personal life is a regret from A to Z': Connie Francis, whose roofing contractor, accordion-playing father was just her first obstacle, dies at 87

#wayne-thomas
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'She cared': Slain 'American Idol' music supervisor Robin Kaye remembered by peers

Singer-songwriter Didi Benami praised Robin Kaye as "one of the kindest souls I've ever had the privilege of working with" and mourned the double homicide of Kaye and her husband.
LA food
#memorial
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Norman Tebbit, former Tory cabinet minister, dies at 94

Norman Tebbit represented the constituencies of Epping and Chingford as an MP for 22 years and served in various roles, including employment secretary and chair of the Conservative party.
UK news
#television
#jimmy-swaggart
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Controversial Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart Dies at Age 90-Days After Suffering Cardiac Arrest at His Louisiana Home

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Television

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart, whose multimillion-dollar ministry was toppled by his penchant for prostitutes, dies at 90

fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Controversial Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart Dies at Age 90-Days After Suffering Cardiac Arrest at His Louisiana Home

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Television

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart, whose multimillion-dollar ministry was toppled by his penchant for prostitutes, dies at 90

fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Michael Madsen, actor of 'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Kill Bill' fame, dies at 67

Madsen was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday and was declared dead from what appeared to be cardiac arrest, his manager Ron Smith said.
Film
#film-industry
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Harris Yulin, character actor and Broadway star, dies at 88

Harris Yulin, character actor known for over 100 credits, passed away at 88, leaving a significant legacy in film and theater.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Harris Yulin, character actor and Broadway star, dies at 88

Harris Yulin, character actor known for over 100 credits, passed away at 88, leaving a significant legacy in film and theater.
#labour-party
#sports
fromTODAY.com
4 weeks ago

Cory Monteith's Mom Dies Weeks After Death of 'Glee' Star's Dad

In lieu of a funeral, the obituary shares that the family will hold "a private send-off to honor Ann's life" at a later time.
Canada news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Lalo Schifrin dies at 93; composer created iconic Mission: Impossible' theme

Every movie has its own personality. There are no rules to write music for movies, Schifrin told The Associated Press in 2018. The movie dictates what the music will be.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Bobby Sherman, '60s teen idol from music and TV, dies at 81

It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman. Bobby left this world holding my hand... Even in his final days, he stayed strong for me.
NYC music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Mick Ralphs, Bad Company and Mott the Hoople co-founder, dead at 81

Mick Ralphs, the guitarist and co-founder of stylish '70s rockers Mott the Hoople and the supergroup Bad Company, has died. He was 81.
London music
#legacy
fromsilive
1 month ago
New York Islanders

Staten Island obituaries for Wednesday, June 18: Loving homemaker mourned

fromsilive
1 month ago
New York Islanders

Staten Island obituaries for Wednesday, June 18: Loving homemaker mourned

fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Former California and Los Angeles Democratic Party chair Eric Bauman dies at 66

Bauman's impact on California politics is undeniable; he transformed the L.A. County Democratic Party into a powerful entity, enhancing party financials and political outcomes.
NYC politics
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 month ago

Ron Taylor Passes Away

Former MLB reliever and physician Ron Taylor has passed away, according to an announcement from the Mets. He was 87.
New York Mets
#brian-wilson
Music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Brian Wilson, Genius of Pop Music, Dead at 82

Brian Wilson, a pioneering figure in modern music and leader of the Beach Boys, has passed away at 82.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Brian Wilson, singer-songwriter who created the Beach Boys, dies at 82

Brian Wilson, founder of the Beach Boys, died at 82, leaving a legacy as a pioneer in American rock music.
fromConsequence
1 month ago
SF music

Brian Wilson, Pop Pioneer and Founder of The Beach Boys, Dead at 82

Pioneering musician Brian Wilson, co-founder of The Beach Boys, has passed away at 82, leaving an indelible mark on music history.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Music

Brian Wilson, musical genius behind the Beach Boys, dies at 82

Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys' pioneering genius, passed away at 82 after a lifetime of music that defined Southern California.
Music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Brian Wilson, Genius of Pop Music, Dead at 82

Brian Wilson, a pioneering figure in modern music and leader of the Beach Boys, has passed away at 82.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Brian Wilson, singer-songwriter who created the Beach Boys, dies at 82

Brian Wilson, founder of the Beach Boys, died at 82, leaving a legacy as a pioneer in American rock music.
SF music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Brian Wilson, Pop Pioneer and Founder of The Beach Boys, Dead at 82

Pioneering musician Brian Wilson, co-founder of The Beach Boys, has passed away at 82, leaving an indelible mark on music history.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Brian Wilson, musical genius behind the Beach Boys, dies at 82

Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys' pioneering genius, passed away at 82 after a lifetime of music that defined Southern California.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Paul Marantz, Lighting Designer of 9/11 Memorial and Studio 54, Dies at 87

Paul Marantz, an influential architectural lighting designer, passed away at 87, known for his impactful work on significant cultural landmarks.
NYC music
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

World-famous German "nail artist" Gunther Uecker dies at 95

German artist Gunther Uecker, a pivotal figure in post-war art, passed away at 95. He's celebrated for his unique nail reliefs that transform the ordinary into profound forms.
Germany news
Women in technology
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Juliette Powell, a former MuchMusic host and first Black Miss Canada, dead at 54 | CBC News

Juliette Powell, the first Black Miss Canada and former MuchMusic host, died unexpectedly at age 54 from acute bacterial meningitis.
#technology
#sly-stone
SF music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Sly Stone, of Sly and the Family Stone, Dead at 82

Sly Stone, pioneering funk musician, died at 82, leaving behind an enduring musical legacy.
His influence redefined pop, funk, and rock music, impacting generations.
SF music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Sly Stone, Pioneering Bandleader and Funk Virtuoso, Dead at 82

Sly Stone, pioneering bandleader of Sly and the Family Stone, has passed away at 82, leaving behind an enduring musical legacy.
#frederick-forsyth
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Frederick Forsyth, 'Day of the Jackal' author, dies aged 86 DW 06/09/2025

Frederick Forsyth, acclaimed thriller writer, has died at 86 years old.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Frederick Forsyth, former spy and Day of the Jackal author, dies aged 86

Frederick Forsyth, renowned novelist and ex-MI6 informant, passed away at 86, leaving a legacy in the spy thriller genre.
#community
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Fundraising

Fundraiser for Galway man who died in tragic house fire is launched - 'His family have suffered such an unimaginable loss'

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Retirement

'It's a tragedy for his family' -Tributes paid as Westmeath community prepares to bid farewell to 89-year-old following fatal house fire

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Fundraising

Fundraiser for Galway man who died in tragic house fire is launched - 'His family have suffered such an unimaginable loss'

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Retirement

'It's a tragedy for his family' -Tributes paid as Westmeath community prepares to bid farewell to 89-year-old following fatal house fire

fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Tim Willis, 62, former Post copy editor, longtime journalist

"He was a good word guy. He had a good sense of humor," said Mike Wolcott, editor of the Chico Enterprise-Record, who worked with Willis. "You could have taken Tim and put him in any newsroom and would be a good fit."
San Francisco
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Olympic sprinter Sharlene Mawdsley in mourning after tragic death of her father

Paying tribute on RIP.ie, Athletics Ireland CEO Hamish Adams said: "On behalf of all the Athletics Ireland family I express our sincere condolences to the Mawdsley family. Sharlene, we are here to support you during this difficult period and our thoughts and prayers are with you."
UK news
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

'Preeminent' Litigator, Name Partner Of Elite Am Law 100 Trial Firm, Passes Away - Above the Law

Lee was one of the preeminent trial lawyers of his generation. His smile and wit charmed judges and jurors; his keen intellect persuaded them.
Law
NYC politics
fromarchive.nytimes.com
1 month ago

La Guardia Is Dead; City Pays Homage To 3-Time Mayor

Fiorello H. La Guardia, three-time Mayor of New York, passed away at 64, leaving a legacy as a beloved public figure and patriotic citizen.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

James Lowe, singer of psychedelic rock trailblazers the Electric Prunes, dies age 82

Dad leaves behind a legacy of sound, love and boundless creativity...we know how deeply he cherished this community, and we feel that love too.
Music
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Beckenham death notice: Elizabeth Jennet Josephina Wray remembered

The News Shopper published 1 death notice last week, emphasizing the importance of these tributes as a lasting commemorative space for loved ones who have passed away.
UK news
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