Subject: Death (Page 15)

Many of these guys on death row have done heinous things, but when we as a people sink to their level and execute them, then we’re no better than Republicans.

American comedian & writer

There have been times when I’ve thought about it – but with my luck it would probably turn out to be only a temporary solution.

(1935 – ) movie actor, director & comedian

I'm always relieved when someone is delivering a eulogy and I realize I'm listening to it.

(1937 – 2008) stand-up comedian, social critic, actor & author

How can I die, I'm booked.

(1896 – 1996) comedian, actor & entertainer

John Rogers did.

(1812 – 1899) American attorney

I don’t want to die before my parents die, especially my mother, because I don’t want her to get the chance to pick out what I’m going to wear for eternity.

(1962 – ) American political satirist, writer, television host & comedian

Don't worry, they usually don't swim backwards.

(1962 – 2006) Australian television personality, wildlife expert & conservationist

Eat well, stay fit, die anyway.

Why should I talk to you? I've just been talking with your boss.

(1876 – 1933) screenwriter

There is no such thing as inner peace; there is only nervousness and death.

(1950 – ) writer & humorist

Oh God, here I go!

(1909–1959) American boxing champion

Being Dead Is No Excuse: The Official Southern Ladies’ Guide to Hosting the Perfect Funeral

Was Uncle Oscar’s death very untimely, you ask? Well, it was near lunch.

television character, All In the Family (Carroll O’Connor)

I have a paper cut from writing my suicide note… it’s a start…

(1955 – ) comedian, actor & writer

Life was a funny thing that happened to me on the way to the grave.

(1908 – 1999) English writer

Another victim of the grim weeper.

television character, All In the Family (Carroll O’Connor)

Go away. I'm all right.

(1866 – 1946) English author

You have to treat death like any other part of life.

American auto racer

That picture is awful dusty.

(1847 – 1882) American outlaw, bank robber & convicted murderer

When we remember we are all mad, the mysteries disappear and life stands explained.

Samuel Clemens (1835 – 1910) author & humorist

This isn't Hamlet, you know. It's not meant to go into the bloody ear.

(1907 – 1989) English actor, director & producer