Obituary of John Steinbeck

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John Steinbeck

John Ernst Steinbeck Jr. (born February 27, 1902 in Salinas, California ) was a novelist and writer who was best known for his 1937 novel, “Of Mice and Men” and his 1939 novel,” Grapes of Wrath.” He was known to be called “a giant of American letter.” John died on December 20, 1968 and his death was because of heart disease and congestive heart failure. He died quite soon at age 66.

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John Steinbeck Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Steinbeck, John
    • Common Name: John Steinbeck
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Salinas, California, United States
    • Birth Date: February 27, 1902
    • Age: 66 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Religion: Episcopal
    • Net Worth: $1 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Breyers Ice Cream
    • Favorite Color: White
    • Favorite Scent: Este Lauder Pleasures
    • Favorite Actor: Julia Roberts

    John's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John Ernst Steinbeck Jr.
    • Father: John Ernst Steinbeck (1865-1935)
    • Mother: Olive Hamilton (1865-1920)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Carol Henning (married 1930-divorced 1943)
      • Gwyn Conger (married 1943-divorced 1948)
      • Elaine Anderson Steinbeck (married 1950-1968, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Thomas Steinbeck (born August 2, 1944-died August 11, 2016)
      • John Steinbeck IV (born June 12, 1946-died February 7, 1991)

Death Notice:

  • Date: December 20 1968 at age 66
  • Place: New York City, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart disease (and congestive heart failure)
  • Interment: Cremated and interred on March 4, 1969 at the Hamilton family gravesite in Salinas, California

Category Tags:

NovelistWriter American Born on February 27th Born in 1902 Born in California Died in 1968 Died at age 66 Died from Heart disease

John's Notable Roles:

  • Of Mice and Men
  • Grapes of Wrath

Quotable Quotes:

"John Steinbeck's impactful writing and unyielding dedication to sharing the human experience will continue to inspire generations long after his passing. (V)"

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