Best remembered by most for his irreverent and deadpan humor, George Carlin died June 22, 2008 in Los Angeles. After being admitted to the hospital with chest pains, he finally succumbed to heart failure. He was 71 years old.

And I will always remember him on Shining Time Station, if that gives away how old I am. RIP Mr. Conductor...

me too, man. me too.

Because I first heard him on Shining Time station, I always associated GC's voice with that of a kindly old grandfather telling folktales, even when he was reciting the 7 words you can't say on television.

very upsetting

yeah, i remember seeing his stand up for the first time with memories of Shining Time Station in my head. It was jarring to say the least.

Rest In Peace, Mr. Carlin.