John Updike
1932–2009 (age 77)
novelist
Biography
John Updike was one of the twentieth century’s most beloved novelists, crafting stories that explored the complexities of American life with keen observation and poetic grace. His writing stretched across essays, criticism, and short stories, earning him a place among the literary greats.
He is remembered at Robeson Lutheran Church Cemetery with appreciation for the rich worlds he created and the humanity he brought to every page.