Stephen Wayne Philp, better known as “Trucky” among his fellow truck drivers, was a young and talented trucker who passed away on July 30, 2021, at the age of 21. His death was a result of a truck crash that occurred in St. Mary, Jamaica, a few days before. His funeral was held on August … Read more
Stephanie Dabney was one of America’s great ballerinas, who performed as a prima ballerina with Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) from 1979 to 1994. She was best known for her role as the Firebird in DTH’s acclaimed production of Firebird, choreographed by John Taras. Her performances as the Firebird electrified audiences around the world, making … Read more
The NFL world was shocked and saddened by the news of the untimely passing of Clark Haggans, a former linebacker who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Arizona Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers. Haggans died on Monday, June 19, 2023, at the age of 46. The cause of death is still unknown and under investigation by … Read more
Wayne Static, the frontman and founder of the nu metal band Static-X, passed away on November 1, 2014, at the age of 48. His death shocked and saddened his fans, friends, and fellow musicians, who remembered him as a talented and charismatic performer. But what was the cause of his death, and what led him … Read more
Stan Savran, a Cleveland native who became a beloved and respected figure in the Pittsburgh sports media, died on June 12, 2023, at the age of 76. Savran was known for his honest and insightful commentary on various sports topics, especially the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates. He was also a friendly and generous person who … Read more
Stacy Webb was a well-known and respected lobbyist in Tallahassee, Florida, who worked with Southern Strategy Group, one of the largest lobbying firms in the state. She was also the daughter of Hollywood legends Jack Webb and Julie London, who starred in the classic TV show Dragnet. Stacy Webb passed away on September 27, 1996, … Read more
Spike Jones was a famous American musician and bandleader who specialized in spoof arrangements of popular songs and classical music. He was known for adding sound effects such as gunshots, whistles, cowbells, hiccups, burps, and outlandish vocals to his musical parodies. He led the group Spike Jones and his City Slickers from the early 1940s … Read more
Sorrell Booke was a talented and versatile actor who performed on stage, screen, and television. He acted in more than 100 plays and 150 television shows, and is best known for his role as corrupt politician Jefferson Davis “Boss” Hogg in the television show The Dukes of Hazzard. But behind his iconic character, there was … Read more