>From her site - Marion Zimmer Bradley's Fantasy Magazine

"Marion Zimmer Bradley suffered a major heart attack on Tuesday,September 21 and died Saturday, September 25, 1999. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be posted here when final. Memorial donations may be sent to her church: Saint Mark's Episcopal Church, 2300 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704. "

Marion was one of the founders of the Society for Creative Anachronism. She was a prolific writer of fantasy and science fiction. As such, she had a great deal of influence on filk music especially. Her life had a profound effect on the lives of millions. She certainly had a huge effect on who I am, and her passing leaves a empty space in my life that no one else can fill.

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