In Memoriam (2024)

[Ed H in Pasadena]

J.D. Souther passed away on Tuesday. He wrote or co-wrote hits for The Eagles, Linda Ronstadt and The Chicks, among others

JD Souther, singer-songwriter known for work with Eagles and Linda Ronstadt, dies at 78

Raised in Amarillo, Texas, Souther was a Songwriter Hall of Fame inductee most known for his work with The Eagles and Linda Ronstadt.

www.usatoday.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

The great Maggie Smith passed away earlier this morning. She was 89.

Dame Maggie Smith: Harry Potter and Downton Abbey actress dies at 89

She won two Oscars and starred in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey.

www.bbc.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Actor, singer, songwriter Kris Kristofferson passed away earlier today at 88.

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/kris-kristofferson-influential-singer-songwriter-dies-88-2024-09-29/

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

NBA legend and great humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo died from brain cancer. He was only 58.


View: https://x.com/ATLHawks/status/1840795536497991696

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Didn't think I'd be back today, let alone with this news: Pete Rose passed away. He was 83.

MLB hit king Pete Rose dies at 83

Pete Rose ended his playing career as MLB's all-time hits and games played leader.

sports.yahoo.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Announced two days ago but in reality, actor John Amos ("Good Times", "Roots") died August 21st.

John Amos Cause Of Death Revealed

John Amos Cause Of Death Revealed

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office has confirmed Good Times and Roots star John Amos died of congestive heart failure, according to the actor’s death certificate obtained by TMZ. Amos died August 21 at the age of 84, but his death was just announced yesterday October 1 by his son...

www.yahoo.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

And Susie Berning, 3-time US Open champion and Hall of Fame golfer, passed away October 2nd at 83

Susie Maxwell Berning Balanced Family and a Hall of Fame Career | News | LPGA | Ladies Professional Golf Association

www.lpga.com

 

[Habspatrol]

Former One Direction star Liam Payne dies after fall from hotel in Argentina: Police

Former One Direction star Liam Payne died after falling from the third floor of his hotel room in Argentina, according to state police.

abc7.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Truly awful.

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

I meant to post this earlier: Mitzi Gaynor, who starred in notable films such as "South Pacific", and later built a successful career in Vegas and specials on television, passed away at 93.

When we were visiting a historic part of LA back in the mid-80s with our then-newborn eldest daughter, Mitzi came over and spoke kindly to us for a few moments and made the baby smile. Afterwards, Mitzi's assistant came over and told us to tell her (when she grew up) that "THE Mitzi Gaynor" had come over to admire her. R.I.P., Mitzi

Mitzi Gaynor, Showbiz Dynamo and Star of ‘South Pacific,’ Dies at 93

The singer, dancer and actress was a movie-musical legend, Las Vegas headliner and centerpiece of annual TV specials.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Another notable death I meant to post: Paul Di'Anno, the first lead singer for Iron Maiden, passed away Monday (10.21). He was only 66.

Paul Di'Anno, Iron Maiden's first lead singer, dies at 66

Iron Maiden's Steve Harris, who kept in contact with Di'Anno, said, "It's just so sad he’s gone. ... At least he was still gigging until recently."

www.usatoday.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Finally, in what was truly shocking news the other day, Fernando Valenzuela died, age 63. He'd just stepped down last month from his color role with the Dodgers' Spanish language radio broadcasts. "Fernandomania" kicked off with his electric MLB debut in 1981 and never really died down, even as his career with the Dodgers wound down. Ironic that they are playing the Yankees in the World Series, as the last time they played each other (1981) was Fernando's afore-mentioned rookie season. In that series, Fernando won Game #3 by a 5-4 score (after the Yankees won the first two games), with Dodgers going on to win the final three games of the series. R.I.P., Fernando.

MSN

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Phil Lesh, co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has passed away at 84.

Phil Lesh, founding member of Grateful Dead and influential bassist, dies at 84

Phil Lesh, a classically trained musician who found his true calling as a rock bass guitarist and founding member of the Grateful Dead, died at 84.

apnews.com

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

Terri Garr, talented comedic actress, passed away last week, aged 79

https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/29/entertainment/teri-garr-death/index.html

 

[Ed H in Pasadena]

And this past Sunday, the great musician/producer/arranger/composer Quincy Jones passed away at 91. R.I.P., Quincy.

Music titan Quincy Jones, legendary producer of Michael Jackson's 'Thriller,' dies at 91

The man who made stars collide for "We Are the World," Quincy Jones had a long career as a composer and producer who broke down racial boundaries.

www.yahoo.com