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Wilbur Smith

South african novelist.

Born January 9th, 1933 in Kabwe. [ref]

Died November 13th, 2021 at 88 years old in Cape Town. [ref]

Occupations
business executive, novelist, screenwriter, writer
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Wilbur Smith, a fixture in his community, passed away on November 13, 2021. He was 88 years old. Wilbur was born in 1933 and raised in [location], where he lived the majority of his life. He proudly served in the Armed Forces for multiple years before he returned home and began his career as a [career]. Wilbur was known for his generosity, having been deeply involved with multiple local charities. Throughout his life, Wilbur enjoyed traveling to new places, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a loving husband to [spouse], caring father to [child], and doting grandfather to [grandchild]. Wilbur leaves a lasting legacy in the hearts of his loved ones which they will cherish forever.

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