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Live Fast, And You May Die Young

CJ — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:41:48 +0000

Live fast, die young is not just a cliche. Analysis of two years worth of obituaries from the New York Times, found that people who have jobs that put them in the spotlight are likely to die sooner than people holding more traditional jobs. Musicians, actors and professional athletes lived the shortest lives. Musicians, [...]

Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, The 'Iron Lady,' Has Died at 87

BJ Ragone — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:06:16 +0000

The first female prime minister of England, Margaret Thatcher, has passed away due to a stroke. She was 87 years old. A spokesperson for Thatcher confirmed that she has passed away. They say that a further statement will be made later. She reportedly died Monday morning after suffering a stroke. SkyNews reports that Thatcher was [...]

Accidental Death Claims Life Of Woman In Duson

Brandon Comeaux — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 22:29:09 +0000

A woman has died after she was accidentally run over by her husband, who was driving his RV, in the parking lot of Lucky Deuces Casino in Duson.

Most Popular Songs at Funerals

Debbie Ray — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 20:49:26 +0000

A survey out of the U.K. says that pop songs have replaced traditional music at two-thirds of funerals. The most requested song? Frank Sinatra’s ‘My Way.’ What would you choose for your funeral?

Andy Williams Dead at 84 [VIDEO]

Debbie Ray — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:56:40 +0000

Legendary singer and television star Andy Williams is dead at the age of 84. He reportedly lost his battle with cancer last night in Branson, Missouri. His TV show introduced thousands to the Osmonds and the Jackson 5. Check out these great old videos! Andy and the Osmonds Jackson 5 Moon River

Barcodes On Headstones

CJ — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 22:59:20 +0000

Barcodes on headstones? Yup! A funeral company in the southern English town of Poole is offering to add quick response (QR) codes to headstones! Scanning the barcodes with a smartphone will link users to online memorials illustrated with pictures, videos and tributes from family and friends. These barcodes will also enable cemetery visitors to [...]

Legendary Screenwriter Nora Ephron Dead at 71

Don Deane — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 15:08:12 +0000

Filmmaker and author Nora Ephron, who penned such iconic comedies as ‘When Harry Met Sally’ and ‘Sleepless in Seattle,’ died Tuesday night at New York Presbyterian after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. She was 71-years-old. Ephron is known for creating smart, funny female characters and romantic comedies that didn’t pander to the audience. As [...]

Rodney King Dead at 47

Dan Seitz — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 15:46:19 +0000

Rodney King, the man videotaped being beaten by LAPD officers in 1991, has died today. He was 47. King was found at the bottom of his pool early Sunday morning, according to TMZ. CPR was attempted, but no further details of the incident have been released. King entered the public consciousness due to a videotape [...]

'Family Feud' Host Richard Dawson Dies – Relive Some of His Funniest Moments

Nick Romano — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 16:00:36 +0000

Richard Dawson, the beloved ‘Family Feud’ host from the ’70s, died Saturday from complications with cancer. He was 79 years old. In a statement published on his Facebook page, Dawson’s son Gary wrote, “It is with a very heavy heart that I inform you that my father passed away this evening from complications due to [...]

R.I.P. Donald "Duck" Dunn

Steve Wiley — Sun, 13 May 2012 19:02:15 +0000

Donald “Duck” Dunn passed away this morning in Tokyo. You may not recognize the name, but you’ve almost certainly heard his work. He was a longtime session musician with Stax Records. He was inducted into the Rock ‘n Roll Hall Of Fame for his work as the bass player with Booker T. & the [...]

Dick Clark, 'America's Oldest Teenager', is dead at 82

Steve Wiley — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:38:48 +0000

I just got hit by a freight train! My friend & longtime colleague, Jaycee, just walked across the hall to inform me of the death of Dick Clark. I never had the privilege of meeting him, but Dick Clark has been a role model and an icon to me since childhood. I used to watch American Bandstand religiously as a boy. I've always admired the way he did his job without making it look like a job.

Jim Marshall, 'Lord Of The Loud' Passes Away @ 88

Steve Wiley — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 17:22:29 +0000

You may not know the name Jim Marshall, but if you listen to Rock ‘n Roll music, you’ve heard the results of his work. If you’ve ever attended a concert, you’ve most likely seen his products on the stage. He founded Marshall Amplification in 1962, the manufacturers of the legendary line of Marshall Amplifiers. Jim [...]

Bacon Coffin is for People Who Love Bacon to Death

Debbie Ray — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:14:31 +0000

Attention, bacon lovers! The world’s first bacon-wrapped casket is now available. J&D’s Bacon Coffin™ is For those who love bacon to death. Now, you can peacefully rest wrapped in bacon. You probably know that I love bacon, but even I wouldn’t go this far! Bacon Coffins are finished with a painted Bacon and Pork shading and [...]

Coroner's Report: Whitney Drowned, Had Cocaine In Her System

Steve Wiley — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 22:09:19 +0000

The L.A. County Coroner’s Office Has officially released Whitney Houston‘s cause of death. The singing star was found dead in a bathtub at a Los Angeles area hotel Feb. 12th. Her death has officially been ruled accidental. She was 48. Whitney reportedly left her fortune to her 19 year old daughter, Bobbi Kristina. Getty [...]

Leslie Carter's Death Reportedly Due to Prescription Overdose

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:00:13 +0000

With the news of Leslie Carter’s passing still fresh, rumors about the cause of death of the sister of Backstreet Boy Nick Carter and Aaron Carter are beginning to surface. Carter, an aspiring singer and mother of a young daughter, was supposedly in the grip of a prescription medication addiction. The battle had intensified in the days leading up to her death. While the family’s statement did not share the cause of death and requested privacy, other family members believe she overdosed.

Don Cornelius, Creator of 'Soul Train,' Found Dead From Apparent Suicide

Kathy Landin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:24:03 +0000

Law enforcement sources are confirming that Don Cornelius, the creator of ‘Soul Train,’ was found dead in his home in Sherman Oaks, CA this morning. The cause of death was a gunshot wound to the head. Police discovered Cornelius’ body at about 4 a.m. Pacific. He was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced [...]

Like a Good Neighbor, State Farm Is There to Help With the Dead-Body Smell In Your SUV

Shauna Wright — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 23:40:04 +0000

That new-car smell is one of the joys of purchasing a vehicle. It’s hard to define, but one thing is for sure: it isn’t supposed to remind you of a dead body.

Margarita Salais from Michigan says that’s exactly what her SUV smelled like, and she’s now suing the dealership with help from State Farm for her money back.

Michael Jackson's Death Bed Up for Sale

Scott Shetler — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:30:01 +0000

Disturbing, but true: The bed that Michael Jackson died in is up for sale. TMZ says the queen-size bed is one of several items from Jackson’s home that will be available in a December auction.

What are the Most Common Regrets of the Dying?

Debbie Ray — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 07:11:49 +0000

We only have a certain amount of sand in the hourglass, so we need to make sure the grains count before it's too late.

A woman named Bronnie Ware who once worked as a nurse has put out a list of the five most common regrets she encountered with people who were dying.

Near Death/Out of Body Experiences

CJ — Tue, 10 May 2011 01:27:31 +0000

Most of us probably assume near-death and out-of-body experiences are something you see on television. But experts say there may in fact be some scientific evidence behind the phenomenon! Some scientists believe one in 10 people will have a near-death experience at some point, most likely during cardiac arrest.