From the obituary of James Robert “Beef” Ward:
James Robert “Beef” Ward, 39, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2005, at O.S.U. East Hospital. He will be sadly and sorely missed by his loving family. Jimmy, whom his family affectionately called “Pork” or “Bubba”, will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor along with his dedication to his family. A beloved son, brother and uncle he was also a devoted animal lover whose kindness and gentle soul enriched all who knew him. Preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Jean “Buffalo Butt” Ward and pets, Princess, Buster, Lady, Bonkers, Susie, Daisy and Silky. Survived by the “light of his life” fiance, Annie “Red” Callahan; father, J. Richard “Old Fart” (Debbie “Peep”) Ward; sisters, Cathy “Funny Face” (Paul) Graf, Karen “Turtle” Ward, “Hamburger” Patty Ward, Amy “Amos” Ward; beloved children to be, Jessica “Thunder Child” and James; nephews, Joshua and Jason; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; pets, Simba, Charlie, Max, Bailey, Aussie, Sylvia, Elvis, Moe, Misty, Chloe, Blue, Sidney, Coco, Harley, Cassie, Paige, Little Dude and Diabla.
From President to Pariah: The Scathing Obituary of John Tyler
John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States, faced a controversial legacy. He supported the Confederacy and was viewed as a traitor upon his death. His obituary in The New York Times was critical. After his presidency, Tyler led a tumultuous public life and died amid the ruins of his native state, Virginia.
A Posthumous Jab at a Favorite Team
Many people are lifelong sports fans. For some, their dedication is so strong that it carries on past death, including the need to get in one last dig against their favorite team. Scott E. Entsminger, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away on July 4, 2013. His obituary, published in The Columbus Dispatch on July 7, 2013, noted that…
A Friend of Petty Criminals, Prostitutes and/or Republicans
From the obituary of Louis J. Casimir Jr.: Louis J. Casimir Jr. bought the farm Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004, having lived more than twice as long as he had expected and probably three or four times as long as he deserved. Although he was born into an impecunious family, in a backward and benighted part…
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