Series 1; Interlude: The Pleasantview Press

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The Pleasantview Press

Obituaries   

                                                                                                            
DON LOTHARIO, Pleasantview local passes away, most likely suicide.

The controversial Pleasantview citizen was born to a fortunate family of Italian designers with a long history of the town, possibly involving lurid mafia activities, says our sources.

Memorial Painting by Darren Dreamer

Don, who liked playing on computers, wrote a series of books on internet "Social Networking", as well as "The Don Lothario Self-Help" audiobooks. The royalties he earned allowed him to pursue an internship at Sim State Hospital, a time in which he became more involved with Pleasantview's current events. After his engagement to Cassandra Goth, daughter of town governor Mortimer Goth, Don allegedly spiraled out of control and visited Goth Manor, where he attempted to ignite an affair with Mrs. Dina Goth. After facing rejection, Don threw himself directly into the fireplace, where he instantly burned to death, according to Mrs. Goth.

Don wasn't a particularly great man, although some people might remember him for his colorful personality, good looks, and keen interest in the subject of human psychology. Our condolences go out to Miss Cassandra Goth and her expected child. The father is yet to be verified, although it is possibly Mr. Lothario.

Don's other interests including dancing, socializing, and electronica and salsa music. He will be missed by Pleasantview. A memorial service will probably be held in the future.