Death of legendary comic book writer
November 19, 2018
By HLEE YANG
The Mirror reporter
On Monday, Nov. 12 Stan Lee, a legendary American comic book writer, passed away. Lee died from pneumonia which is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs.
Lee revealed to TMZ in late February that he has been battling pneumonia. In a video, he explained that he had to cancel several appearances due to his health.
Lee was optimistic that he’d get better. “Maybe I’ll have some of this pneumonia knocked down, and we can have some real fun over the internet,” he concluded in the video.
Lee was the primary writer for Marvel in the 1960s and co-created almost all of the famous character like Spider-Man, X-Men, Iron Man, Hulk, Thor and The Avengers. His work had redefined the entire superhero genre.
Lee touched so many hearts of children and adults. Here are some responses to his death from Stevens Point Area Senior High (SPASH) fans.
“I was shocked but wasn’t as shocked because I knew one of these days it was going to happen. He was a great man and showed the world that you should always go for dreams no matter what people pay around you,” Tamia Yates, a senior at SPASH, said.
“I feel bad. It’s a shame since he’s a generally good person,” Mason Erwin, a senior at SPASH, said.
“He did so much for me and so many other people and when I found out he had passed, it broke my heart. He was a great man and he changed my life, I couldn’t thank him more,” Alexis Stuter, a junior, said.
“I spent my childhood being engrossed in the universe he created. It was a sad day to learn of his passing. His work will continue to live on if the popularity of the Marvel movies is any indication,” Ralph Ramos, math instructor, said.
“In a world full of hate and self-doubt, one man rose up and took the challenge of creating not a harsher society for men and women but a childhood for them to cherish throughout the years to come. Stan Lee’s legacy will go on and proceed to touch many peoples’ hearts where their childhood can be brought out the most in them,” Christian McQuillen, sophomore, said.
“The saddest Monday so far in my life,” junior Matthew Wollschlager said.
“I was saddened to hear of Stan Lee’s death. He brought new worlds of imagination and joy into everyday households,” Daniel Kleiman, College Possible coach at SPASH, said.
“I am really shocked by this but I knew this would happen sooner or later. We just lost another great soul and will be missed truly,” Alex Thao, a junior, said.
In memory of his death, many of his worldwide fans, have illustrated heartwarming comics as a tribute to his passing. Here are some of the illustrations.
Aiden Price • Nov 27, 2018 at 10:35 AM
I’m so sad that Stan died. He lived a very happy life so I think he died happily. We will never forget you Stan.
Madison Rindahl • Nov 27, 2018 at 10:31 AM
Wow! Great article. I think it is great that you did this article about him. It had good detail and great information. Keep up the good work!
Bryant VanRossem • Nov 26, 2018 at 11:07 AM
This was a really great article. I’m sad that a legend like Stan Lee died but he was over 90 and had that disease. So while it’s sad that he is gone, but he lived a good life gave us the joy of Marvel Comics.
Willow • Nov 26, 2018 at 10:58 AM
Hlee, I love the article and the fan art that you incorporated. Stan Lee will be missed dearly.
Maryann Silva • Nov 26, 2018 at 8:49 AM
Great job Hlee! So sad to hear of this legends death. He impacted the comic book world and started an evolution of everything marvel. He will be missed. Good work!!
Lauren Huebner • Nov 26, 2018 at 8:24 AM
I was crushed to hear he had passed away. I grew up with Marvel; it was one of the first universes I got into. I love the quotes, to know he touched so many peoples hearts must have made him feel proud of his work.
Soren Luther • Nov 25, 2018 at 8:12 PM
This was a truly sad event. Although this is devastating, like many others said, I knew it would happen sooner or later. It is part of life and he contributed so much to this world which proves that he will not be forgotten.
Justice Chukwuemeka • Nov 25, 2018 at 12:36 PM
I appreciate all the works that Mr. Stan Lee produced. I will miss him and I hope he rests in peace. Thank you for this article.
Rachel Placeway • Nov 20, 2018 at 10:42 AM
I was also very saddened to hear of his death. I loved that you got quotes from multiple students and teachers. They really helped illustrate how people felt about his death.