Steve Jobs Dead: Apple's Releases Message on Death, Family Says 'He Died Peacefully'

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Steve Jobs Apple Obituary

By Ariel R. Rey , Christian Post Reporter

October 5, 2011|8:29 pm

Immediately following the announcement of the death of Steve Jobs, Apple published an obituary to their legendary leader; a man behind some of the most-used and sought-out products in the world.

The message to the public recalls some of Job’s greatest accomplishments such as the Mac computer, iPods, iPads and iPhones and it also mentions his contribution to Pixar Animations Studios and the most famous Pixar movies.

The press release reads:

Steve Jobs is the Chairman of the Board of Apple, which he co-founded in 1976. Apple is leading the consumer technology world with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, its family of iPod media players and iTunes media store, and its Mac computers and iLife and iWork application suites. Apple recently introduced iPad 2 which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.

Steve also co-founded and was the CEO of Pixar Animation Studios, which created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time including Toy Story, A Bug’s Life, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars and Ratatouille. Pixar merged with The Walt Disney Company in 2006 and Steve now serves on Disney's board of directors.

Steve grew up in the apricot orchards which later became known as Silicon Valley, and still lives there with his family.

Jobs' family sent a message to the public reporting that he died peacefully surrounded by his family.

Steve died peacefully today surrounded by his family.

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.

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.