Mitch Hedberg Obit

by Brian McKim & Traci Skene on April 1st, 2005

From his publicist:

Comedian, Mitch Hedberg, died on Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at the age of 37.

A prolific comedian, Mitch rarely stopped touring through more than fifteen years in comedy, building a loyal fan base and recently headlining a 44-city theater tour throughout the U.S.

A true original to the comedy world, Mitch starred in his own Comedy Central special and released the live comedy DVD/CD “Mitch All Together” and the live comedy CD “Strategic Grill Locations.” His distinctive, original comedic delivery made him a favorite on “The Late Show with David Letterman,” “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and “The Howard Stern Show” and prompted TIME Magazine to include him as one of the next generation of comedic stars.

Mitch wrote, directed and starred in the independent feature film, “Los Enchiladas,” which was screened at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival, and appeared in the feature film “Almost Famous.”

Mitch is survived by his wife, comedian Lynn Shawcroft, his parents Arne and Mary Hedberg of South Maplewood, MN and sisters Wendy Brown and Angie Anderson.

A wake for Mitch Hedberg will be held on Monday, April 4, 2005 from 4:00 – 8:00 PM at Wulff Family Services, Woodlane Mortuary, 2195 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125.

On Tuesday, April 5, visitation for Mitch Hedberg will be held at 10:00 AM with the funeral following at 11:00 AM at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 4125 Woodbury Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129.

Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Wulff Family Services. Memorials preferred.

Memorials are being planned in Los Angeles and New York.

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