It is no exaggeration to say that Stephen Sondheim reinvented the Broadway musical and became the quintessential musical dramatist of our age, and the most influential composer-lyricist of the second half of the 20th century.

The obituary for Gary Mitchell Lang, who ran his own graphic design business that focused on Bay Area performing arts groups.

The obituary for Mark Richard (Rick) Ashworth aka K.C. Dare, who was involved in LGBTQ social and fundraising circles and was Queen I of Krewe de Kinque.

The obituary for Carse McDaniel, who worked at the public library and in retirement enjoyed traveling.

The obituary for James "Jim" Edward Doherty Jr., who was a social worker before becoming a travel counselor.

The obituary for Michael Richard Phelan, who ministered to others as a funeral home director.

LGBTQ and allied leaders reacted with an outpouring of support and tributes for Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan after she was killed by a motorist November 3 while walking her dog in Alameda. Ms. Chan was 72.

The obituary for Arnold Rice, an artist and architect.

The obituary for Lawrence "Goombah" Kelleher, a spiritual seeker who loved the outdoors.

The obituary for William Townsend Stewart, a calligrapher and one of the first Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.

Although he worked as a dancer, choreographer, and shop owner, Wakefield Poole is best known for his groundbreaking feature-length gay erotic films, particularly 'Boys in the Sand.'

The obituary for William Terry Lesyk, a lifelong singer, dancer, actor, musician, composer, writer, photographer, gardener, and raconteur.

Former San Francisco Fog rugby coach Kathy Flores died Thursday, October 21, after a long battle with colon cancer. She was 66.

The obituary for David Draper, who managed the costume shop at the American Conservatory Theatre for 25 years.