Obituary

Sara Alchermes, 100: tireless fighter for peace and social justice

February 23, 2015 By Special to People’s World

Sara's passion for knowledge never waned, and she was especially well read in current events. Her absence is deeply felt by all who knew her.

Lilo Heller, 94: Holocaust victim and citizen of the world

February 18, 2015 By Special to People’s World

Lilo Heller, a Holocaust survivor, was born in Germany in 1921 and witnessed the rise of Nazism.

James Raines, 40; member of CPUSA and fearless organizer

February 12, 2015 By Nicholas James

It was James's life experiences - the economic hardship and decline of the post-industrial era - that led him to socialism and compelled him to care for those around him.

Buffalo Tiger, Miccosukee Indian rights warrior passes on

February 12, 2015 By Albert Bender

As a Native leader, his advocacy contributed to hallmarks not just for his own tribe but for others throughout the wide expanse of Indian Country.

Colleen McCullough, 77: obit insults author, draws outrage

February 3, 2015 By Blake Skylar

The shockingly sexist obituary drew a collective groan of disgust, and readers, fans, and activists alike took to Twitter to defend the memory of the celebrated author.