Obituary of E. B. White

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E. B. White

Elwyn Brooks White (born July 11, 1899 in Mount Vernon, New York) was a writer who was best known for his popular children’s books, “Stuart Little,” “Charlotte’s Web,” and, “The Trumpet of the Swan.” E.B. died on October 1, 1985 and his death was because of Alzheimer’s disease. He died at age 86.

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E. B. White Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: White, E. B.
    • Common Name: E. B. White
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Mount Vernon, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: July 11, 1899
    • Age: 86 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Elwyn White
    • Occupation: Author
    • Religion: Christian
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Fuchsia
    • Favorite Scent: Acqua di Parma Essenza
    • Favorite Actor: Denzel Washington

    E. B.'s Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Elwyn Brooks White
    • Father: Samuel Tilly White
    • Mother: Jessie Hart White
    • Brother(s):
      • Stanley "Stan" Hart White
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Katharine Sergeant Angell White (married 1929-1977, her death)
    • Son(s):
      • Joel White

Death Notice:

  • Date: October 01 1985 at age 86
  • Place: Brooklin, Maine, United States
  • Cause of Death: Alzheimer's disease
  • Interment: Buried at the Brooklin Cemetery

Category Tags:

AuthorAmerican Born on July 11th Born in 1899 Born in New York Died in 1985 Died at age 86 Died from Alzheimer's disease

E. B.'s Notable Roles:

  • Charlotte’s Web
  • Stuart Little
  • The Trumpet of the Swan

Quotable Quotes:

"You can't have everything. Where would you put it?"

"E. B. White, the beloved author known for his timeless stories and eloquent prose, continues to inspire readers with his enduring legacy even after his passing. (V)"

"E. B. White had a successful and prolific professional writing career, producing beloved works such as "Charlotte's Web" and "Stuart Little," before eventually passing away. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-30 00:43:11
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