Obituary of Robert Urich

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Robert Urich

Robert Urich (born December 19th, 1946 in Toronto, Ohio) was a TV Actor who was best known for starring as Dan Tanna in the American crime drama series "Vega$". Robert died on May 16th, 2002 and his death was because of an unspecified type of cancer. He was only 55 years old when he passed.

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Robert Urich Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Urich, Robert
    • Common Name: Robert Urich
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Toronto, Ohio, United States
    • Birth Date: December 19, 1946
    • Age: 55 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Robert York, Bob
    • Occupation: TV Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Yoplait Yogurt
    • Favorite Color: Gold
    • Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Mankind Hero
    • Favorite Actor: James Stewart

    Robert's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Robert Michael Urich
    • Father: John Paul
    • Mother: Cecilia Monica Urich
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Heather Menzies (married 21 November 1975-16 April 2002, his death)
      • Barbara Rucker (married 1968-1974 divorced)
    • Son(s):
      • Ryan Urich
    • Daughter(s):
      • Emily Urich
      • Allison Urich

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 16 2002 at age 55
  • Place: Thousand Oaks, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Cancer
  • Funeral Arrangements: Funeral Mass was offered on April 19 at St. Charles Borromeo Church in North Hollywood.
  • Interment: Cremated ashes buried on Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada

Category Tags:

TV ActorAmerican Born on December 19th Born in 1946 Born in Ohio Died in 2002 Died at age 55 Died from Cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Negativity is often looked upon [in the USA] as a kind of thought crime. Not since the advent of socialist realism has the world witnessed such pathological upbeatness."

"Robert Urich's life was full of courage, talent and determination, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire future generations long after his passing. (V)"

"Robert Urich had a thriving professional life as a beloved actor, known for his charming and rugged roles, although it was cut short due to his battle with cancer. (V)"

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