Passing: Glenn Ford, Leading Man in Films and TV

This one is in the department of the overlooked. Yes Glenn Ford's pasing at the age of 90 was noted in the media. But some how these notes failed to capture the essence of the man - in his time Glenn Ford was a big deal. Decency, professionalism and a quiet strength are thought of with his name. He was one of the good guy characters from when we still had heroes. His passing is noted.

Obituary - from The New York Times:

By RICHARD SEVERO
Published: August 31, 2006

Glenn Ford, a laconic, soft-spoken actor whose leading roles in westerns, melodramas and romantic films made his name a familiar one on movie-house marquees from the early 1940’s through the 60’s, died Wednesday at his home in Beverly Hills. He was 90.

http://www.nytimes.com/2006/08/31/movies/31ford.html?_r=1&oref=login