At the Capital Gazette, each of the five victims killed in the newsroom Thursday, was profiled in the paper they were working for only yesterday.  Beautifully written obituaries were put together overnight with the help of reporters from its sister publication, The Baltimore Sun. We urge you to read each one.

Rob Hiaasen (59) was an assistant editor:

“His wryly observant writing style and his generous mentoring of young journalists assured him of roles in several newsrooms.” “As a writer, he was drawn to quirky stories, and had a unique way of telling them, with wry asides and internal and imagined dialogues.”

Gerald Fischman (61) was an editorial writer who worked at the paper for more than 25 years:

“Fischman’s personality was so quiet and withdrawn that it hid the brilliant mind, wry wit and “wicked pen” that his colleagues would treasure.”

John McNamara (56) was a sports writer:

McNamara, who went by “Mac,” was remembered by his colleagues for his flexibility, concise writing and extensive knowledge of regional sports. He had a razor wit that came in bursts like a social media post.” “He was appropriately skeptical of the coaches and other authority figures he covered.”

Wendi Winters (65) was a reporter:

“After a career in fashion and public relations in New York City, the 65-year-old mother of four moved to Maryland 20 years ago and began stringing for the Annapolis news organization. She soon built a reputation as a prolific freelance reporter and well-known community resource.”

Rebecca Smith (34) was a sales assistant:

Smith described herself on her Facebook page as an “Endo Warrior” — a survivor of endometriosis — and a “Dog Mom. Softball Fiancé. Bonus Mom to the best kid ever.”