No, she read the first set of comics after Charles Schultz, author of Peanuts announced his retirement (no Peanuts comic that day). This was shortly before he passed away.
Note the “We miss you Sparky” on the last panel. Sparky was Schultz’ nickname and he was considered to be one of Cathy G’s inspirations, or so it has been said.
It is really ironic that today’s Cathy’sended strip today shows her bemoaning the end of Peanuts. Schultz ended his for health reasons, Guisewite just quit.
I remember this one and it was a lovely commemoration of indeed a very sad day! I also remember CG on the TV discussing what an inspiration “Sparky” had been for her and many other artists.
And no, gfnv – I don’t think folks have the decency to give meaningful tributes anymore – there were a few that were amusing perhaps but mostly I saw snarkiness (if that can be a word).
WebSpider almost 14 years ago
No, she read the first set of comics after Charles Schultz, author of Peanuts announced his retirement (no Peanuts comic that day). This was shortly before he passed away.
Note the “We miss you Sparky” on the last panel. Sparky was Schultz’ nickname and he was considered to be one of Cathy G’s inspirations, or so it has been said.
lightenup Premium Member almost 14 years ago
Charles Schulz was an inspiration for many, and is still missed. He is a classic.
bonnevilledriver almost 14 years ago
Sweet!!! This takes me back…I felt the same way when I heard the news of his passing.
my_discworld almost 14 years ago
@WebSpider Thanks for the clarification! I would have missed the reference. Can’t believe it’s been that long.
marvee almost 14 years ago
I didn’t make the connectin either. Just thinking of all the comics that are no more - Annie, Brenda Starr, and Cathy herself.
RinaFarina almost 14 years ago
Sighhhh…
sherpafree almost 14 years ago
Him, and you, and a few others.
bama1fan92 almost 14 years ago
It is really ironic that today’s Cathy’sended strip today shows her bemoaning the end of Peanuts. Schultz ended his for health reasons, Guisewite just quit.
Iwa Iniki almost 14 years ago
Cathy had asked Mr. Schulz (Sparky) if she should do the comic she had created. He inspired her to do it.
I too miss Sparky.
Gretchen's Mom almost 14 years ago
Thank you, Mr. Charles M. “Sparky” Schulz, for all the wonderful “Peanuts” memories. I miss them – and you – very much.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peanuts
lindz.coop Premium Member over 13 years ago
I remember this one and it was a lovely commemoration of indeed a very sad day! I also remember CG on the TV discussing what an inspiration “Sparky” had been for her and many other artists.
And no, gfnv – I don’t think folks have the decency to give meaningful tributes anymore – there were a few that were amusing perhaps but mostly I saw snarkiness (if that can be a word).