Susi Newborn Obituary And Death: Remembering the Greenpeace Founder and Author Who Died of Cancer
Susi Newborn, a renowned activist and author who dedicated her life to fighting for environmental and social justice, passed away on December 31, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. She was 73 years old.
Newborn was diagnosed with breast cancer five years ago, and underwent treatment and surgery. However, her health challenges did not stop there. She also faced a series of hardships, including losing her rental home, having a heart issue that required open heart surgery, fracturing her ankle, and discovering a likely cancer in her lung that was possibly caused by exposure to nuclear radiation. Despite these difficulties, she never gave up her spirit and passion for making the world a better place.
Who was Susi Newborn?
Susi Newborn was born in the United Kingdom, in 1950. She felt a calling to be of service since the age of five, and became involved in various causes and movements throughout her life. She was a founding member of Greenpeace UK, and participated in many campaigns and actions to protect the environment and wildlife. She was also a co-founder of Women for Peace, a group that protested against nuclear weapons and war. She wrote several books and articles, including The Whale Nation, a poetic tribute to the whales that inspired many people to join the conservation movement.
Susi Newborn is a Greenpeace legend: she bought the original Rainbow Warrior, and has been on the side of the environment ever since. She's battling cancer, and is raising money for her forever home.
— Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself) August 30, 2023
Help Find Susi a Forever Home https://t.co/4FmAgGq837
She was also a lover of art, culture, and adventure. She enjoyed Doctor Who, Halloween horror mazes, cooking, and the Magic Castle. She was a world-class culinary genius who won many awards at the Los Angeles County Fair. She was also a generous and loyal friend, who supported and inspired many people with her wisdom and kindness.
Newborn’s friends and family have launched a fundraiser to help her find a forever home, where she can rest in peace and dignity. They have set a goal of $150,000 to buy the house where she has been staying temporarily, thanks to a generous friend who offered it to her. They have raised over $33,000 so far, and are appealing to the international community of like-minded souls to donate and share the campaign.
Tributes, Obituary And Legacy
Susi Newborn’s death has saddened and shocked many people who knew her or admired her work. They have expressed their condolences and tributes on social media and other platforms. Here are some of the messages that they have shared:
“Susi was a warrior, a visionary, and a friend. She taught me so much about courage, compassion, and commitment. She was a force of nature who didn’t suffer fools and was fiercely loyal to her friends. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten.” – Charles Hannah, friend and fundraiser organizer
“Newborn was one of the pioneers of the environmental movement, and a role model for many activists. She had a beautiful soul and a brilliant mind. She was always ready to take action and speak truth to power. She was a legend and a hero.” – Annie Leonard, executive director of Greenpeace USA
“Susi was a gifted writer and a passionate advocate for the whales and other creatures. She had a way with words that touched the hearts and minds of millions of readers. She was a poet and a prophet. She was a friend and a mentor.” – Heathcote Williams, author and poet
“Newborn was a remarkable woman and a wonderful human being. She had a zest for life and a love for adventure. She was always curious and creative. She was a joy and a delight. She was a sister and a daughter.” – Michael Newborn, brother
Newborn’s life and work have left a lasting impact on the world. She has inspired and influenced many people to care about the planet and its inhabitants, and to take action for positive change. She has also left behind a legacy of love and hope, that will continue to live on in the hearts and memories of those who knew her, and those who will discover her in the future. She was a true star, who shone brightly and beautifully, and who will never fade away.
