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"People of my generation often can't come out to temples anymore because of illness or because they have passed away," she told AFP.

From Barron's • Jul. 7, 2026

My sister passed away suddenly, and I’m leaving New York City to help my mom take care of my 4-year-old niece in Colorado Springs.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

Well, the actress who played her, Ann Blyth, passed away at 98.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

This week: Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan passed away at the age of 100.

From Slate • Jun. 27, 2026

Returning to Luling or Birmingham was never a consideration, as both his parents and aunt passed away while he was in college.

From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson




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