The news spread fast,
and was read in disbelief.
Steve Jobs has passed away.
Steve Jobs, who as Apple’s founder and twice CEO revolutionized the use of computers, phones, and music players before popularizing digital tablets, died today after a seven year battle with pancreatic cancer and related ailments. He was 56.
Apple website says:
“Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being.”
Apple’s Board of Directors also released a statement:
” We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.
Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.
His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.”
Statement from his family:
Steve Jobs “died peacefully today surrounded by his family” …. the Apple mogul’s family said in a statement.
The family said, “In his public life, Steve was known as a visionary; in his private life, he cherished his family.”
“We are thankful to the many people who have shared their wishes and prayers during the last year of Steve’s illness; a website will be provided for those who wish to offer tributes and memories.”
The statement concludes, “We are grateful for the support and kindness of those who share our feelings for Steve. We know many of you will mourn with us, and we ask that you respect our privacy during our time of grief.”
Other Quotes around the web:
Steven P. Jobs passed away on Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 after a long struggle with pancreatic cancer. He was just 56 years old. We mourn his passing, and offer his family our most sincere condolences.