Amory, Cleveland b. 1917 d. October 14, 1998 Author and Animal Activist. He wrote "The Best Cat Ever," "The Cat Who Came For Christmas," and "The Cat and the Curmudgeon." Devoted his life to animal rights, founding The Fund For Animals in 1967 and serving as its president until his death. He is buried next to his cat, Polar Bear, on his ranch in Murchinson. Black Beauty Ranch, Murchison, Henderson County, Texas, USA