Ardent environmentalist -- via the Toronto Star. His claim to fame will be his invention of the home recycling bin -- he was known as "The Father of the Blue Box."
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.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Donald Carroll
Writer, publisher and agent --via the Guardian. The guiding intelligence behind the literary efforts of Quentin Crisp.
John "Zeke" Gardner
An important regional baseball player -- via the Portland Press Herald. In the uncertain economic times of the Great Depression, he chose to work in business and raise a family rather than try out for the major leagues.
Lena Nyman
Actress -- via the Swedish Wire. She will be best remembered for her roles in "I Am Curious (Yellow)", "I Am Curious (Blue)" and "Autumn Sonata."
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Stefanie Kowal aka Stefanie Cragg aka Diana Stefanie Staffin
TV producer, executive and consultant -- via the Hollywood Reporter.
Herbert H. Thomas Jr.
Waiter -- via the Lincoln, NE Journal Star. A very well written remembrance by Jeff Korbelik. A seemingly humble occupation, but as Thomas himself stated: "It's not difficult to be a waiter, but it's extremely difficult to be a good waiter."
Charles E. Sellier Jr.
Film and television producer -- via KIVI-TV. A very successful person, known best for his creation of the "Grizzly Adams" franchise. He was also the guiding intelligence behind "In Search of Historic Jesus," "Beyond and Back," "The Lincoln Conspiracy," and "End Times: How Close Are We?"
Maria Schneider aka Marie Christine Gelin
Actress -- via Reuters. She will be best remembered for her role in the then-controversial "Last Tango in Paris" with Marlon Brando. In fact, her career was derailed by her misapprehension as a sex symbol, not as a serious actress, which she was. Later, mental problems and addiction marred her life -- problems she overcame. " . . .Tango . . .", "The Passenger" and "La Derobade" are three films that show her capabilities.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Margaret John
Actress in film and television -- via Wales Online. She will be best remembered in the role of the acerbic Doris in the sitcom "Gavin and Stacey."
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
Thomas R. Hargrove
Agricultural explorer and consultant, writer, editor, songwriter -- via the Chronicle. His many adventures included discovering an underwater city, and being kidnapped by Colombian rebels.
Alex Konadu aka One Man Thousand
Musician -- via Osibisaba. The reigning king of Ghaninan guitar highlife.
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Milton Babbitt
Composer -- via the New York Times. Although he may be dismissed by posterity as a serialist, his atonal work is rewarding for those who can stick it out. He was a bold and committed experimenter, equipped with a playful sense of humor. Blessed with profound mathematical gifts, he was among the first composers to write for electronic, synthesized and manipulated recorded music.
UPDATE: Robert Hilferty's documentary on Babbitt was stopped due to Hilferty's untimely death in 2009. Good news! Composer Laura Karpman was commissioned by Hilferty's companion Fabio Toblini to finish the film, and it's done. It can be seen here, and below --
UPDATE: Robert Hilferty's documentary on Babbitt was stopped due to Hilferty's untimely death in 2009. Good news! Composer Laura Karpman was commissioned by Hilferty's companion Fabio Toblini to finish the film, and it's done. It can be seen here, and below --
John Barry aka John Barry Prendergast
Film composer -- via the BBC. A five-time Oscar winner -- not only one of the most popular film composers, but one of the most significant. He will be forever identified with his multiple James Bond movies scores, but his range was much broader, and his artistry was infinitely more subtle and affecting. 50 years -- 110 titles -- a mighty contribution. Also, a tribute and remembrance from the Guardian --
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