Charles Bukowski
German-american writer (1920–1994).
Born August 16th, 1920 in Andernach. [ref]
Died March 9th, 1994 at 73 years old in San Pedro (leukemia). [ref]
Charles Bukowski was an American writer and poet known for his unglamorous portrayals of life in Los Angeles and his hard-living lifestyle. He published more than 50 books of poetry, fiction, and non-fiction, and his work has been translated into more than 20 languages. Bukowski died of leukemia on March 9, 1994, at the age of 73.
Do not fear death. Death is always at our side. When we show fear, it jumps at us faster than light. But, if we do not show fear, it casts its eye upon us gently and then guides us into infinity. Laughing Bull