Family in New Mexico sends along the sad news that Tony Hillerman has passed away. He was 83, and had been in poor health for some time. He was a great mystery writer, a Mystery Writers of America Grand Master, a decent poker player and one of the finest people I've ever known.
Last time I saw him was nearly a year ago at the writers' conference in Albuquerque that is named for him. I interviewed him before all attending, and he was, as always, a great storyteller. He will be missed.
An Albuquerque television station has a brief news item here.
10.26.2008
Tony Hillerman dead at 83
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I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Hillerman's passing. He is one of my favorite authors and a person I always wanted to meet. I have visited so many places in in New Mexico and Arizona because of his writing. Thanks for passing the news along, Steve. Michelle Martin Streeby
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