Nelson W. Aldrich Jr., an author and magazine editor who harshly criticized his fellow heirs to America’s aristocracy, primarily in “Old Money:
The Mythology of Wealth in America,” dubbed “a self-help book for those who have too much” by one reviewer, died on Tuesday at his home in North Stonington, Connecticut.
He was 86 years old when he died.
Nelson W. Aldrich Jr. obituary: What was the cause of his death?
According to his daughter Liberty Aldrich, the cause was complications from Parkinson’s illness.
Nelson W. Aldrich Jr. family: Who are his wife and children?
Anna Lou Humes was Aldrich’s first wife. They had one child together (Liberty), and he also adopted Alexandra, her daughter.
They finally split up. He then married Denise Lovatt and had one child, Arabella, with her.
Nelson W. Aldrich Jr. net worth
He had a net worth estimated around $12 million dollars.
Nelson W. Aldrich Jr. funeral arrangements
The family is still grieving, but they will transmit the funeral plans to the general at the appropriate time.
