Obituary of Ezra Pound

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Ezra Pound

Ezra Weston Loomis Pound (born October 30, 1885 in Hailey, Idaho) was a poet who was best known for being considered one of the most influential and most difficult poets of the 20th century. Ezra died on November 1, 1972 and his death was reportedly because of sepsis caused by intestinal blockage. He died at age 87.

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Ezra Pound Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Pound, Ezra
    • Common Name: Ezra Pound
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Hailey, Idaho, United States
    • Birth Date: October 30, 1885
    • Age: 87 (at death)
    • Occupation: Poet
    • Religion: Catholic
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Ritz crackers
    • Favorite Color: Green (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

    Ezra's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Ezra Weston Loomis Pound
    • Father: Homer Loomis Pound (1858-1942)
    • Mother: Isabel Weston Pound (1860-1948)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Dorothy Shakespear (married 1914-1972, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Omar Pound (born September 10, 1926-died March 2, 2010
    • Daughter(s):
      • Mary de Rachewiltz

Death Notice:

  • Date: November 01 1972 at age 87
  • Place: Venice, Italy
  • Cause of Death: Sepsis (intestinal blockage)
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held on November 3, 1972
  • Interment: Buried at San Michele Cemetery in Venice, Italy

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PoetAmerican Born on October 30th Born in 1885 Born in Idaho Died in 1972 Died at age 87 Died from Sepsis

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