Thursday, May 15, 2008

Will Elder 1921-2008


Above: Harvey Kurtzman, Will Elder.

One of the greats has passed away.

Will Elder, famous for his work with Harvey Kurtzman on the old Mad magazine (back when it was a comic book) as well as the Playboy feature Little Annie Fanny, passed away. He was 86 years old.

There will be a funeral service Sunday.

I have no further information at this time.

Very sad news.

UPDATES:

Tom Spurgeon on Mr. Elder's life and influence.

Dirk Deppey of Journalista! highlights a remembrance by Mr. Elder's son-in-law.

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