Tag Archives: Obit

LOS ANGELES (AP) - John David "JD" Souther, a prolific songwriter and musician who helped shape the country-rock sound that took root in Southern California in the 1970s with his collaborations with t...

Former Saskatchewan Roughriders offensive lineman Ben Fairbrother died in a motorcycle accident at 51 years old on Friday, September 13 in Edmonton. The Riders selected Fairbrother with...

James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday mornin...

One of the most beloved coaches in the long history of the Saskatchewan Roughriders has died. Ken Miller died Wednesday in Asheville, North Carolina, and had been battling cancer. He was 82. The team ...

In a somber moment for Canadian football, the CFL and its community are coming together to mourn the loss of Dan Dorazio, a revered figure whose impact on the game will be remembered for generations. ...

FILE - Chi Chi Rodriquez gives a tip of the hat to the gallery at the ninth at the TCP at Piper Glen course in Charlotte, N.C. during the Paine Webber Invitational Pro-Am, Thursday, May 2, 1996. (AP P...

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars of his time after striking gold with a classic comedy album, has died ...

Joe Bonsall, Grammy award winner and celebrated tenor of the country and gospel group the Oak Ridge Boys, died Tuesday. He was 76. Bonsall died from complications of the neuromuscular d...

Donald Sutherland, the New Brunswick-born acting legend with the distinct baritone voice and prolific stage and screen career that inspired sons Kiefer and Rossif to pursue the craft, has died. He die...

Willie Mays, the electrifying "Say Hey Kid" whose singular combination of talent, drive and exuberance made him one of baseball's greatest and most beloved players, has died. He was 93....