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In Memory of Miguel Ferrer

To many who knew him, he was Albert Rosenfield, the gruff but tender-hearted FBI analyst who oft visited the fictional town of Twin Peaks.

To others, he was Owen Granger, the gruff, mysterious Assistant Director of NCIS Los Angeles.

Still others remember him as the very reason for Robocop. (In the iconic 1987 flick, it was his cocaine-loving character — Bob Morton — who dreamed up the idea for a robotic police officer.)

And to some, he was George Clooney’s cousin.

But to those who knew him best, he was just Miguel. Miguel Ferrer, a father, a husband. A man of many talents, many voices, and many admirable qualities.

A man who lost his battle to throat cancer at the age of 61.

Miguel worked right up until the last — even reprising his role as Rosenfield in the 2017 reboot of the David Lynch classic.

Born to showbusiness royalty, Miguel’s parents were singer Rosemary Clooney and Academy Award-winning actor José Ferrer. He was the oldest of five; his other siblings being Maria, Monsita, Gabriel and Rafael.

Miguel spent a lifetime getting his audience’s attention as an array of different characters. He was nothing if not a hard-working actor.

Over the course of four decades, he played a waiter in “The Man Who Wasn’t There”; a nefarious biker in “Valentino Returns”; a drug informant in “Traffic”; a kind doctor on “Crossing Jordan” — and appeared in dozens of other shows, movies, and voiceovers; every role was memorable.

Before acting, music was his passion. He even played the drums on Keith Moon’s “Two Sides of the Moon.”

But acting was his gift. Whenever Miguel was on screen, it was unforgettable. He had a particular gift for playing authoritative roles. When he spoke, everyone listened.

To most, he’ll forever be remembered for his “wicked” sense of humor, his demonstrable on-screen talent, and his huge, loving heart.

Those who knew him best also called him “hilarious,” “brilliant,” “a great talent and an even better man.”

He is survived by his wife Lori; his three sons, and numerous other family members, friends, and admirers.

In simple terms: he was deeply loved.

Miguel was laid to rest next to his father, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. May they rest in peace together, always.

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Remembering Luke Perry

The ultimate high school heartthrob, Dylan McKay was the troubled, sensitive soul that every girl wanted to save — and every guy wanted to be.

Played by actor Luke Perry, Dylan helped propel “Beverly Hills, 90210” into a 90s-era global phenomenon; millions around the world fell madly in love with Luke’s dazzling smile, undeniable charisma, and perfectly coiffed hair.

When Luke passed away from a massive stroke on March 4, 2019, a generation lost its flame. Luke was only 52.

In his own words, Luke acknowledged that Dylan was his defining role. He once told a reporter: “I’m going to be linked with him until I die, but that’s actually just fine. I created Dylan McKay. He’s mine.”

Born in Mansfield, Ohio, Luke grew into a down-to-earth charm that reflected his Midwestern roots.

According to members of his graduating class, he was known as a daydreamer and a flirt.

Shortly after earning his diploma, Luke headed to Hollywood to pursue acting. Before making it big, he paved asphalt, sold shoes, and worked at a doorknob factory.

After landing small parts on soap operas, he came to fame in the 90s as the forever-foxy Dylan on “90210,” the groundbreaking teen drama that defined a generation.

“90210” co-creator Darren Star once told “Rolling Stone” he saw Luke and instantly knew he was born to play Dylan.

Once named “TV’s hottest heartbreaker” by “People” magazine, massive crowds started following Luke wherever he went; 21 people were once injured when thousands rushed a stage to see him in South Florida.

Consistently compared to 50s “bad boy” James Dean, Luke laughed off the frequent reference, but no one could deny that he possessed a similarly magnetic charm.

Unlike the tension and tragedy that followed Dylan, however, Luke was famously drama free.

Despite the superstardom that came with the success of “90210,” those who knew him said he never let fame go to his head. Luke treated everyone as an equal; he consistently cared more about his fellow man than his superstar status.

After leaving “90210,” he went on to play various memorable roles in TV and film — including a stint on Broadway as Brad (in drag) in the eternally-campy “Rocky Horror Picture Show.”

More recently, he played Archie Andrew’s dad, Fred, on the popular CW series “Riverdale.”

Intelligent and sensitive, he stayed away from social media and preferred reading books to posting selfies on Instagram or engaging in Twitter wars. “I don’t think what I have to say is that important,” he once told “AdWeek.”

He loved stargazing, cooking, fishing, and fencing.

He gave his time to many charities, including Fight Colorectal Cancer (after a cancer scare of his own) and Western Wishes, a group which granted wishes to children with terminal illnesses.

He’s remembered for adoring his Boxer pups Casey and Mac; being an incredible dad to his daughter Sophie and son Jack; and having a warm, generous, and grateful nature.

When he passed away, he was surrounded by family and friends, including his current fiance, Wendy, and former wife, Rachel — a tribute to the love and loyalty he engendered in others.

He may be loved by millions of fans as Dylan McKay, but to everyone who knew him personally, he left an even more memorable mark as Luke Perry.

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Remembering Marjorie Sentenac

Born to Hungarian immigrants in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Marjorie Sentenac was a saucy gal with a heck of a sense of humor. Five foot two with (sparkling!) eyes of blue, she adored dancing, Clark Gable, and a day at the beach.

Margie, as she was affectionately known, grew up in a coldvwater flat in Brooklyn, the youngest of four sisters. Those were the pre-World War II war days, and parties, dances, dinners, and laughter were the joys of their youth.

Now, the four Goch sisters are reunited in heaven — “having a ball” again, as Marge liked to say.

Cute as a button, Margie was known for pink lipstick, blonde curls and a Brooklyn accent that never lost its edge.

She loved ducks and clowns and shopping. She made a world famous pot roast, knitted the warmest of socks, and was always a good sport.

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In Memory of Mystic

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Mystic was a lover of laser pointers, tuna and stuffed animals twice his size. A cat with a hearty appetite for food, life and love, he spent 16 years bringing joy and affection into the lives of everyone who knew him.

A mama’s boy from day one, Mystic started life as a flea market adoptee, infested with fleas, ringworm and an indomitable will. Six months-worth of daily baths and lots of loving care later, he was a picture of Persian good looks — a fluffy black coat, bright green eyes and tufts of white fur on his face, chest and paws.

Mystic loved catnip, TV time with his family, watching boats from the balcony and occasionally, humping his stuffed animal friends.

Always a good sport, Mystic disliked grooming, car rides and moving — but endured them like a champ (other than an occasional nip at his hairstylist). He bore his cancer diagnosis the same way. His tireless spirit and zest for life, even after his amputation, inspired many. Life on three legs didn’t faze Mystic. Warrior kitty, his mama called him.

For 16 years, he comforted his family when they were sad, served as occasionally-bullying-but-mostly-loving brother to his Persian sister Creme and was his mama’s constant companion. He gave great kisses, even better snuggles and loved curling his leg around his mommy’s arm. He begged at the dinner table and drank water out of the bidet. He was a purring machine.

Mystic spent his last weeks being showered with love and affection, devouring delicious food and letting his mama know how much he adored her. On April 29, 2014, he peacefully passed on in her arms.

While his furry body is no more, his spirit lives on with surviving family members: mother Michelle, father Dominic, human sister Danielle and feline siblings Creme de la Creme, Boozie, Cosmo and Luna. He will be forever loved and forever missed.

“I believe cats to be spirits come to earth. A cat, I am sure, could walk on a cloud without coming through.” – Jules Verne