Beverly Cleary's Death
Born (Birthday) April 12, 1916
Death Date March 25, 2021
Age of Death 104 years
Cause of Death N/A
Profession Children's Author
The children’s author Beverly Cleary died at the age of 104. Here is all you want to know, and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
Acclaimed children’s writer who created the popular Henry Huggins and Ramona series. Her numerous literary honors include the Newbery Medal, the National Book Award, and the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award.
She was born Beverly Atlee Bunn in Oregon, and she grew up as an only child. She married Clarence Cleary in 1940, and the couple settled in Oakland, California with their two children.
How did Beverly Cleary die?
She celebrated her 100th birthday on April 12, 2016. On March 25, 2021, Cleary died at her retirement home in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, at the age of 104, three weeks before her 105th birthday.
Quotes
"I wanted to be a ballerina. I changed my mind.
"I grew up before there were strict leash laws.
"What interests me is what children go through while growing up.
"I read my books aloud before they were published.
"In 50 years, the world has changed, especially for kids, but kids’ needs haven’t changed. They still need to feel safe, be close to their families, like their teachers, and have friends to play with.