Steven Gilborn Dies

Steven Gilborn, stage, film and television actor who played the father of Ellen DeGeneres' character on "Ellen," died of cancer in North Chatham, N.Y., on Jan. 2. He was 72.

Gilborn also played the math teacher on "The Wonder Years" and appeared on TV shows including "Damages," "The Bernie Mac Show," "NYPD Blue," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "The West Wing," "The Practice," "L.A. Law," "Columbo" and "Law & Order."

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Gilborn is survived by his wife of 42 years, photographer Karen Halverson, two daughters and four grandchildren.

A memorial for Gilborn will be held at the Spencertown Academy in Spencertown, N.Y. on February 7.

Rest In Peace, Steven.