
Harriet Mitchell Murphy
Jul 05, 1927 - Jan 16, 2024
Austin, TX
In Memory of Harriet Mitchell Murphy
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Howard Waldrop
Sep 14, 1946 - Jan 13, 2024
Austin, TX
On January 14, 2024, the literary world bid farewell to the prolific author, Howard Waldrop, aged 77, in Austin. Born on September 15, 1946, in Houston, Mississippi, Waldrop carved his niche as one of the most celebrated authors of short fiction, renowned for his erudite, playful, and allusive narratives. Waldrop's magnum opus, "The Ugly Chickens" (1980), not only garnered World Fantasy and Nebula Awards but also stood as a finalist for the prestigious Hugo Award. His debut genre work, "Lunchbox" (Analog, 1972), marked the inception of a remarkable career. Over the years, Waldrop produced an extensive body of work, featuring stories such as those found in "Howard Who?" (1986), "Night of the Cooters" (1990), and "Things Will Never Be the Same: A Howard Waldrop Reader: Selected Short Fiction 1980-2005" (2007). In addition to his short fiction, Waldrop penned novels, including the collaborative "The Texas-Israeli War: 1999" (1974, with Jake Saunders) and the alternate history/time-travel tale "Them Bones" (1984). His novella "A Dozen Tough Jobs" (1989) masterfully retold the Labors of Hercules in the backdrop of 1920s Mississippi. A revered member of the Turkey City Writing Workshop and a Clarion Writers Workshop instructor, Waldrop's legacy extends beyond his captivating narratives to the humorous readings he shared at conventions. Howard Waldrop's literary brilliance and unique voice leave an enduring imprint on the Texas writing community and the hearts of readers worldwide.
Amy Leah Ann Dickinson
Jan 05, 1970 - Jan 20, 1970
Austin, TX
Amy Leah Ann Dickinson, 41, of Austin, TX, died Dec, 17 2023, in Austin, TX. Amy Leah Ann was born Feb, 23 1982 in Jasper, AL. Arrangements are by Affordable Burial & Cremation Service.