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State College Native, McDaniel Coaching Legend Kevin Curley Dies At 54 After Cancer Battle
For months, Coach Kevin Curley’s community followed every update. The Johns Hopkins stays. The feeding tube. The chemotherapy. The hopeful return home. The prayers, donations, letters, and messages from the people he spent more than 30 years coaching, mentoring, and shaping. On Wednesday, May 27, that fight came to an end. Curley, the winningest men’s basketball coach in McDaniel College history, died at 54 after a battle with metastatic esophageal cancer, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe campaign created for his family. He was surrounded in his final hours by his wife, Alliso…
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Jamie Lee Curtis Mourns Death Of Older Sister, Actress Kelly Curtis, 69
A Hollywood family with deep roots on screen is mourning one of its own. Kelly Curtis, an actress and the eldest child of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, died Saturday, May 30, at her home, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She was 69. A cause of death was not immediately released. Her younger sister, Jamie Lee Curtis, announced the death in an Instagram post on Saturday morning. "A warm aloha to my older sister, Kelly Lee Curtis. She passed away this morning. In her home. In nature. At peace. "She was my first friend and lifelong confidant. She was jaw-droppingly beautiful and a ta…
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Sonny Rollins Dies: Groundbreaking Musician
One of jazz’s most towering voices has gone silent. Sonny Rollins, the tenor saxophonist known as the "Saxophone Colossus," died Monday, May 25, at his home in Woodstock, New York, in Ulster County in the Hudson Valley, his family announced on social media. He was 95. It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Sonny Rollins. The Saxophone Colossus died this afternoon at his home in Woodstock, NY at the age of 95. 1/2 https://t.co/6AGmFrB7x4 pic.twitter.com/OA0PzpPfGR — Sonny Rollins (@sonnyrollins) May 26, 2026 Rollins had stopped performing more than a de…
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Actor Grizz Chapman Dies At 52: Fan Favorite Best Known For Role On '30 Rock'
A familiar face from one of TV’s sharpest comedies is being remembered for more than the laughs. Grizz Chapman, the actor best known for playing Grizz on NBC’s "30 Rock," died Friday, May 22, at age 52. TMZ first reported Chapman’s death, citing his longtime representative, Saideh A. Brown. A cause of death was not disclosed by his representative. Chapman’s cousin, Harlem Globetrotter Donte "Hammer" Harrison, wrote on Instagram that Chapman died in his sleep after years of illness and dialysis. View this post on Instagram Chapman, born Grizz…
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Former Congressman Barney Frank Dead At 86: Liberal Icon, Gay Pioneer Led Wall Street Reform
Former US Rep. Barney Frank, one of the most influential Democrats of his generation and a key architect of Wall Street reform after the 2008 financial crisis, has died at 86. Frank died Tuesday night, May 19, after spending recent months in hospice care at his home in Ogunquit, Maine, where he was being treated for congestive heart failure, according to The New York Times. The Massachusetts Democrat served in the House of Representatives from 1981 to 2013. He chaired the House Financial Services Committee from 2007 to 2011 during the nation’s financial crisis. Frank became nationally know…
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Legendary Bartender, Jersey Shore Nightlife Fixture Dave Quisumbing Dies
Dave Quisumbing, the Jersey Shore bartender, entrepreneur, and nightlife fixture known to thousands as “DQ,” has died. UPDATE: Dave Quisumbing Was "Quietly Struggling" Before Losing Fight With Depression Bar Anticipation in Lake Como announced Quisumbing’s death in a tribute shared Monday, May 18. Quisumbing, known to many as “DQ” and the inventor of the Speed Tin, had more than 42,000 Instagram followers and worked at several well-known New Jersey hospitality venues. His biography on the Speed Tin website says he was a first-generation Filipino American, the youngest of four siblings, an…
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‘Profound Loss’:24-Year-Old Former College Soccer Star Killed In Boston Boat Crash
A former New York college soccer player and Massachusetts native killed in a Boston Harbor boat crash is being remembered as a devoted friend with a bright future ahead of her. Elizabeth “Lizzie” Dankert, 24, of Andover, was critically injured around 11:20 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, when the boat she was riding in crashed into a pier near Logan Airport, throwing her and three others onto the rocky shoreline, authorities said. Paramedics rushed Dankert to Massachusetts General Hospital, where she died early Thursday morning. Two 23-year-old women and the 40-year-old boat owner were injured in t…
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NJ High School Freshman Struck, Killed By Vehicle: Report
Jude Gill, a 15-year-old freshman at Lenape High School, died after he was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday, May 3, NBC Philadelphia reported. Jude was hit while walking along Church Road near Union Mill Road, the outlet said. School officials confirmed his death in a statement to the community. "Our Lenape Family suffered a tragic loss today with the death of student Jude Gill, a well-respected and beloved member of our freshman class," said Lenape High School Principal Tony Cattani. "Jude’s death will be felt deeply within our school and throughout our community." Jude was part o…
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US Marshals Arrest Suspect In Slaying Of Young Mom In Atlantic City: Prosecutor
A 26-year-old Atlantic City man was arrested and charged following a fatal shooting, authorities announced Friday, May 1. At 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, officers responded to 2202 Hamilton Ave. and found Jaylou Marlenne Pineda Lopez, 22, with a gunshot wound, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said. She was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. Franklin Felipe De La Paz was arrested on Thursday, April 30 by members of the Atlantic City Police Department, Pleasantville Police Department, United States Marshals Service, and Homeland Security Investigations, auth…
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Cause Of Death Released For 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Actor Patrick Muldoon, 57
The cause of death for actor Patrick Muldoon, best known for his roles on "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place," has been revealed. Muldoon, 57, died suddenly at his Beverly Hills, California, home on Sunday, April 19. According to his death certificate, viewed by People, his death was caused by a myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack. The document also lists pulmonary embolism and hereditary coagulopathy as contributing factors. Original report: Actor Patrick Muldoon Dies Suddenly At 57: Starred On 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Hereditary coagulopathy is a gen…
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Former UPenn Basketball Player, NJ Native Dies
Darren Smith, an Elizabeth native, who played college basketball at the University of Pennsylvania, has died, according to a fundraiser. The fundraiser was established by Preetkumar Patel, his co-worker at American Dream Warranty where he worked as a billing manager. Smith was also editor in chief for Vending Machine Media, according to his Linkedin. "We are deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Darren Smith," Patel wrote. "Darren was a valued member of our team and will be greatly missed by everyone who had the privilege of working with him." A graduate of South …
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Democratic Congressman Dies After 20 Years In Office
David Scott, a 12-term Democratic congressman has died. His death was confirmed Wednesday, April 22, by his office and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The 80-year-old Scott represented Georgia’s 13th Congressional District, which includes parts of metro Atlanta, since 2003. Known for his focus on economic development, civil rights, and veterans’ affairs, Scott was a trailblazer in Congress and a respected advocate for his constituents. He was the first Black chair of the House Agriculture Committee, Scott’s political career spanned nearly five decades. Before joinin…
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Washington Post Editor Found Dead After Layoff: Reports
Dan Eggen, a Pulitzer-prizewinning reporter and longtime Washington Post editor, was found dead at 60 years, the outlet reports. Eggen was laid off earlier this year in a round of mass cuts. His ex-wife, Stephanie Armour, confirmed Eggen's death to the Washington Post. No foul play is suspected and a formal cause is pending an autopsy. A GoFundMe created by Jenna Johnson for Eggen's children, Madeleine and Max, had a goal of raising $45,000. Eggen joined The Washington Post in 1997, starting as a Metro reporter before covering the Justice Department, national security, and the Wh…
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Rif Hutton Dies: Beloved Actor Starred On 'Doogie Howser,' 'JAG'
Rif Hutton, a veteran actor best known for his roles on "Doogie Howser, M.D." and "JAG," has died. Hutton's death at age 73 came on Saturday, April 18, at his home in Pasadena, California, following a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Hutton was a prolific performer with a career spanning decades. He played Dr. Ron Welch, a recurring character and close friend of Neil Patrick Harris’s character on "Doogie Howser, M.D.," appearing in 17 episodes from 1989 to 1993. On "JAG," he portrayed Lt. Cmdr. Alan Mattoni in five epi…
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'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone'
An Irish actor known in the US for his role in "Game of Thrones" has died from a rare neurological condition. Michael Patrick, whose real name was Michael Campbell, died on Tuesday, April 7, at Northern Ireland Hospice. The 35-year-old was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in February 2023. Patrick's wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed his death in an Instagram post on Wednesday, April 8. "He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there," Sheehan wrote. "He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Words can't describe how br…
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22-Year-Old PA College Lacrosse Player Dies After Cancer Battle
Samuel W. Nice, a 22-year-old Pennsylvania college student who inspired those around him with his strength and spirit, has died after a battle with brain cancer, his obituary on the R Strunk Funeral Home website says. Sam, of Schwenksville (Montgomery County), passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 4, following what his obituary describes as a courageous fight against the disease. Sam graduated from Perkiomen Valley High School, where he played varsity lacrosse for four years before continuing his athletic career at Neumann University alongside his brother. He later a…
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Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Starred In 'The World According To Garp'
Actress Mary Beth Hurt, known for her distinguished work on stage and screen, has died. Hurt passed away on Saturday, March 28, at an assisted living facility in Jersey City, New Jersey, following a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She was 79. Her death was confirmed by her husband, writer-director Paul Schrader, and their daughter, Molly Schrader, on social media, where they expressed comfort that she is "no longer suffering and reunited with her sisters in peace." Born Mary Beth Supinger in Marshalltown, Iowa, Hurt rose to prominence…
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Valerie Perrine Dies: Oscar-Nominated Actress Best-Known For Roles In 'Superman,' 'Lenny'
Valerie Perrine, the Oscar-nominated actress and former Las Vegas showgirl who captivated audiences with her role as Lex Luthor’s witty and charming accomplice in the "Superman" films, has died. Perrine's death at age 82 came on Monday, March 23, at her home in Beverly Hills after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. She was first diagnosed in 2015, and her courageous fight was chronicled in the 2020 documentary "Valerie." Perrine gained widespread recognition for playing Eve Teschmacher in "Superman" (1978) and "Superman II" (1980), in which her character famously saved Superman. Beyo…
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Kiki Shepard Dies Suddenly: Popular TV Host, Broadway Star
Kiki Shepard, the legendary co-host of "Showtime at the Apollo," died suddenly at age 74 after suffering a massive heart attack in Los Angeles on Monday, March 16, her representative confirmed. Born Chiquita Renee Shepard in northeast Texas, Shepard became a cornerstone of Black entertainment and a guiding light for generations of performers. She was best known for her 15-year run on "Showtime at the Apollo" from 1987 to 2002, where she earned the nickname "Apollo Queen of Fashion" for her signature elegance and style. Shepard co-hosted alongside stars like Steve Harvey, Sinbad, and M…
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PA Native April Behr Dies, 43
April Behr, a longtime Gloucester County resident, died on Sunday, March 8, at the age of 43, according to her obituary from the Kelley Funeral Home website. Born in Phoenixville, Behr moved to Pitman where she spent most of her life, graduating from Pitman High School in 2001 before attending Gloucester County Community College, her obituary reads. She married her husband Martin in 2002, and they had two children, Martin and Emmalee, who survive her, according to her obituary. She worked as a patient care technician in the emergency room at various hospitals for 25 years, her obituary read…
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'Radiant Soul' Found Dead With Gunshot Wound To Head In PA Homicide, Suspect Gets Murder Charge
A Hudson Valley, NY community is grieving the loss of the 27-year-old daughter of the owners of a local restaurant, who was killed in a homicide at her Pennsylvania apartment late last month. Anne Tso, 27, of Philadelphia, originally from the Rockland County hamlet of Pearl River, was found with a gunshot wound to the head inside a residence on the 2600 block of South 9th St. just after 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, according to the Philadelphia Police Department. Responding medics pronounced Tso dead at the scene at 4:42 p.m., police said. Investigators said the killing …
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Whistleblower Alexander Butterfield Dies: Revealed Nixon’s Secret Tapes During Watergate
Alexander Butterfield, the former White House aide whose testimony revealed the existence of President Richard Nixon’s secret taping system and changed the course of American history, has died. The 99-year-old Butterfield's death came on Monday, March 9, at his home in the La Jolla neighborhood of San Diego. “He had the heavy responsibility of revealing something he was sworn to secrecy on, which is the installation of the Nixon taping system,” former White House counsel John Dean said, according to The Washington Post. “He stood up and told the truth.” Butterfield is best remembered…
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Neil Sedaka Dies After Sudden Medical Emergency: Celebrated Singer-Songwriter
Neil Sedaka, the legendary singer-songwriter behind timeless hits like "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died. According to Variety, the 86-year-old Sedaka's death on Friday, Feb. 27, came after a sudden medical emergency “Our family is devastated by the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Neil Sedaka,” his family said in a statement according to Variety. “A true rock and roll legend, an inspiration to millions, but most importantly, at least to those of us who were lucky enough to know him, an incredible human being who will be deep…
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Bill Mazeroski, Pittsburgh Pirates Legend Who Hit 1960 World Series Game 7 Walk-Off, Dies At 89
Pittsburgh Pirate legend Bill Mazeroski — who clubbed one of the greatest and most famous home runs in World Series history — died at the age of 89 in Pennsylvania. The Hall of Fame second baseman who won eight Gold Glove awards during his career is best known for his Game 7 home run in the 1960 World Series when he took Ralph Terry deep in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Pirates a 10-9 championship win over the New York Yankees. 10/13/60: Bill Mazeroski hits a dramatic walk-off home run to win the World Series for the Pirates against the Yankees in Game 7 MLB "It …
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'Heat,' 'Manhunter' Star, Actor Tom Noonan Dead At 74
Tom Noonan, a prolific character actor with credits dating back more than 40 years, has died. The Greenwich native was 74. Director Fred Dekker announced his death on Facebook on Wednesday, Feb. 18, saying the 6-feet-5-inch-tall actor had died last week. He did not provide a cause of death. Noonan built a long and memorable career in film, television, and theater. His film credits include playing a crime boss in “RoboCop 2,” an assassin in “Last Action Hero,” a hacker in “Heat,” and a serial killer in “Manhunter.” Famed director Michael Mann, who directed hi…
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Temple Football Alum, NFL Lineman Tre’ Johnson Remembered As ‘Dad First’ By Family
The games are still on the schedule — but Tre’ Johnson won’t be in the stands. Johnson, a former Washington Redskins Pro Bowl lineman turned history teacher at the Landon School in Bethesda, died suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 15, during a brief family trip, his wife announced. He was 54. For those who knew him in Maryland, Johnson was more than a former college and NFL standout. He was Dad. “If you know Tre', you know what a devoted and loving father he was to his children,” Irene Johnson wrote. “Tre' lived for his kids’ sports activities and supported them through ever…
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High School Sweethearts ID’d As Couple Killed After Falling Through Ice On Valentine's Day
A Massachusetts couple who died after falling through ice on a Cape Cod beach on Valentine's Day met as teenagers and were high school sweethearts, their family said. Kit Boucher, 71, and Jerry Boucher, 72, were walking along First Encounter Beach in Eastham around 9 a.m. when the ice gave way beneath their feet, authorities said. Eastham police responded to the Bee’s River area after receiving a report of a loose dog in the parking lot that was wet and appeared distressed. An officer arrived to hear Kit Boucher screaming for help after she'd fallen through the ice, authorities said. …
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‘Voice Of The Vikings’ John Rosenberger Dies After Nearly 50 Years In Catholic Education In PA
A beloved Catholic school teacher known as the “Voice of the Vikings” has died, leaving behind nearly five decades of impact in the Lehigh Valley. John M. Rosenberger passed away Monday evening, according to announcements shared Tuesday, Feb. 17 by Allentown Central Catholic High School and Notre Dame High School in Easton. Rosenberger, a 1974 graduate of Allentown Central Catholic High School, began his teaching career there in 1978 and remained for 46 years. He served as Science Department Chair and became a fixture in the school community, earning the nickname “Rosie.” School leaders de…
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Former Temple Standout Lineman Turned Teacher Tre’ Johnson Dies Unexpectedly On Family Trip
Former standout NFL lineman turned Maryland high school history teacher Tre' Johnson died unexpectedly while on a family vacation, his wife announced. Johnson was just 54. "It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that my husband, Tre' Johnson, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, during a brief family trip," Irene Johnson posted. "His four children, Chloe, EJ, EZ, and Eden, extended family, friends, and I are devastated and in shock." A Peekskill High School graduate, Johnson went on to star at Temple University before being picked 31st overall in the secon…
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Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ben Stiller Pay Respects To James Van Der Beek Following His Death At 48
Popular actor who was one of the biggest stars of the late 1990s, James Van Der Beek, has died following a long public battle with colorectal cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 11. He was just 48 years old. While Van Der Beek kept fans up on his treatment, successes, and setbacks, news of the former "Dawson's Creek" star's death still hit many hard. Several former co-stars, colleagues, and fans have released remembrances of the actor, father of six, and Chesire, Connecticut, native. Chad Michael Murray, a fellow 1990s heartthrob, called Van Der Beek an inspiration. "Sending love an…
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Guitarist Who Wrote '90s Alt-Rock Anthem Dies At 56
Greg Brown, a founding guitarist of the alt-rock band Cake, has died after a brief illness. Cake announced Brown's death in an Instagram post on Saturday, Feb. 7. He was 56 years old, Consequence of Sound reported. Brown was the sole songwriter behind the group's 1996 breakout hit "The Distance," which reached No. 4 on Billboard's Alternative Airplay chart. "It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Greg Brown's passing after a brief illness," Cake wrote. "Greg was an integral part of Cake's early sound and development. His creative contributions were immense, and his pre…
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