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We report deaths and obituary news in communities as they break.  The remembrance team ensures all reported deaths and confirmed and follow standard ethics respectfully without infringing on family privacies.

Breaking News: Jarvis Butts, a Killer of 13 Year Old Na’Ziyah Harris Dies in Michigan Prison Weeks After Sentencing

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Jarvis Butts, a Killer of 13 Year Old Na’Ziyah Harris Dies in Michigan Prison Weeks After Sentencing

Michigan – Jarvis Butts, the man convicted in the killing of 13-year-old Na’Ziyah Harris and multiple sexual assault cases, has died while in custody in Michigan, authorities confirmed. His death, reported Thursday at the Charles Egeler Reception and Guidance Center, is currently being investigated as a suspected suicide. According to the Michigan Department of Corrections, … Read more

Remembering Ajike Owens: a 35 Year Old, Single Mother of Four Killed By Her Neighbor in Florida

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Remembering Ajike Owens a 35 Year Old, Single Mother of Four Killed By Her Neighbor in Florida

Florida, US – The fatal shooting of Ajike “A.J.” Owens in Florida has evolved from a neighborhood dispute into a nationally recognized case that continues to shape conversations about self-defense laws, community tensions, and justice in the United States. Owens, a 35-year-old single mother of four, was killed on June 2, 2023, in Ocala after … Read more

Chelsea Braendel Has Died: Pennsylvania Community Mourns Talented Erie Hair Stylist

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Chelsea Braendel Has Died: Pennsylvania Community Mourns Talented Erie Hair Stylist

The community in Erie, Pennsylvania is mourning the loss of Chelsea Braendel, whose passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from friends, clients, and colleagues. While limited official details about the circumstances of her death have been publicly confirmed, obituary references and community posts describe Braendel as a talented hair colorist who built meaningful connections … Read more

194 Year Old World’s Oldest Tortoise Jonathan, Death Hoax in Crypto Scam: Officials Confirm He Is Alive

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194 Year Old World’s Oldest Tortoise Jonathan, Death Hoax in Crypto Scam Officials Confirm He Is Alive

Island of Saint Helena – At 194 years old, Jonathan the giant tortoise has witnessed centuries of history—but this week, he became the center of a very modern problem: online misinformation. False reports of Jonathan’s death spread rapidly after a social media account impersonating his longtime veterinarian claimed the iconic tortoise had passed away on … Read more

Billy Ray Cyrus Mourns Father’s Death in Florence-Myrtle Beach SC

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Billy Ray Cyrus Mourns Father’s Death in Florence-Myrtle Beach SC

Florence-Myrtle Beach SC – Country music star Billy Ray Cyrus is mourning the loss of his father, a moment that has prompted an outpouring of support from fans and fellow artists. While details surrounding his father’s passing have not been widely disclosed, Cyrus acknowledged the loss in a heartfelt message, reflecting on the influence his … Read more

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Tracy Kidder Dies at 80, Leaving Legacy of Deep Storytelling

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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Tracy Kidder Dies at 80, Leaving Legacy of Deep Storytelling

Tracy Kidder, the Pulitzer Prize-winning writer known for his deeply reported, human-centered narratives, has died at the age of 80. According to his family, he passed away from lung cancer at his daughter’s home in Boston, Massachusetts. Kidder rose to national prominence with his 1981 book, The Soul of a New Machine, which explored the … Read more

Jeff Webb, Dies at 76: Varsity Brand Mourns Founder and Pioneer of Modern Cheerleading

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Jeff Webb, Dies at 76: Varsity Brand Mourns Founder and Pioneer of Modern Cheerleading

Jeffrey Gorman Webb, widely known as Jeff Webb, the visionary behind the modern cheerleading industry, has died at the age of 76. His passing on March 19, 2026, was confirmed by Varsity Spirit, the Memphis-based organization he founded. While an official cause of death has not been disclosed, multiple reports suggest he died following an … Read more

Rex Culpepper, Dirt Bike Accident: Tampa Mourns Lawyer and Cancer Survivor Dies at 28 in Georgia

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Rex Culpepper, Dirt Bike Accident: Tampa Mourns Lawyer and Cancer Survivor Dies at 28 in Georgia

Tributes are pouring in for Rex Culpepper, a 28-year-old Tampa-based attorney, former college quarterback, and cancer survivor, who died over the weekend following a dirt bike accident in Georgia. Culpepper’s death was confirmed by Syracuse University, where he played football, and by his fiancée, Savanna Morgan, in an emotional social media post. The couple had … Read more

Who Is Andrew Dawson? Understanding the Different Figures Behind the Viral Name

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Who Is Andrew Dawson Understanding the Different Figures Behind the Viral Name

In recent years, the name Andrew Dawson has circulated widely online, often leading to confusion because it refers to several individuals in very different contexts—from music production to social media virality and criminal history. One of the most widely recognized figures is Andrew Dawson, a Grammy-winning music producer and audio engineer known for his work … Read more