Comic Legend Dave Cockrum Dies

Dave Cockrum died this past weekend. He was the fantastic illustrator who helped to make X-men what it is today. He will be missed.

Here's an excerpt from CNN.com regarding the artist:

"COLUMBIA, South Carolina (AP) -- Wearing Superman pajamas and covered with his Batman blanket, comic book illustrator Dave Cockrum died Sunday.

The 63-year-old overhauled the X-Men comic and helped popularize the relatively obscure Marvel Comics in the 1970s. He helped turn the title into a publishing sensation and major film franchise."

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