Steven Edward Stucky

Steven Edward Stucky, 66, Pulitzer Prize winning composer,died peacefully at his home in Ithaca on Sunday, February 14, 2016.

His wife Kristen Stucky said the following in a statement:

"I am completely and utterly devastated to inform the world of the passing of the love of my life, Steven Stucky. My greatest love lost his hard-fought battle with brain cancer on February 14, 2016.

Steve was diagnosed in November, had brain surgery on December 2, 2015 for a grade IV glioblastoma. Steve completed 6 weeks of radiation and chemo, but the aggressive nature of this disgusting disease was tougher than my hard-fighting husband.

He died unexpectedly at home yesterday morning. I will forever love and mourn this great man, as will the world. My apologies for not posting immediately, but the grief of his loss is beyond palatable. I wanted time to collect my thoughts and convey this news in the manner that Steve wanted.

However, in this day and age, social media does not allow this privilege. Please honor Steve's life by continuing to appreciate his music and the kindness that he conveyed to all."

Details of a memorial concert will be announced at a future date.