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After more than 50 years, Funky Winkerbean will be putting his feet up and exploring what lies ahead in the golden years of retirement.
Well, sort of.
Medina resident Tim Batiuk, who has written and illustrated one of America’s most beloved cartoon characters – and friends – announced Nov. 17 that the syndication of the strip will reach its conclusion on Dec. 31.
The end of Funky Winkerbean: Ohio creator Tom Batiuk closes out the comic strip Dec. 31
Medina cartoonist Tom Batiuk announced that after 50 years he will end the daily adventure of Funky Winkerbean, though it is not the end for the beloved character.
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