Mike True (1933 – 2019) – Michael D. True, PhD, of Worcester, Massachusetts, died in April 2019. Mike was one of the founders of the Worcester County Poetry Association in 1971 and the founding editor of the Association’s literary journal, The Worcester Review. He was the inaugural recipient of the Stanley Kunitz Medal in 2015. The award recognizes the total commitment to poetry as Stanley lived it: teaching poetry, mentoring poets, speaking poetry, publishing poetry, and supporting organizations that nurture poetry.
Mike was a stalwart supporter of Worcester, of peace, and of poetry. His patience and support will be missed by all who knew him.
