Artists & Writers · 21st Century
Anton Levays’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Anton Levays, Unknown
Who Was Anton Levays?
Anton Szandor LaVey was an American writer, musician, and Satanist. He was the founder of the Church of Satan, and the philosophy of LaVeyan Satanism. He authored several books, including The Satanic Bible, The Satanic Witch, The Satanic Rituals, The Devil's Notebook, and Satan Speaks!. In addition, he released three albums, including The Satanic Mass, Satan Takes a Holiday, and Strange Music.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Anton Levays's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Anton LaVey died of heart failure in 1997. His companion Blanche Barton was present, but no credible source documents 'I have lived my truth' as his final words.
Sources
- biography Blanche Barton, 'The Secret Life of a Satanist'
- biography Burton Wolfe, 'The Devil's Avenger'
- newspaper San Francisco Chronicle obituary, October 1997
Legacy
Anton Levays's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Anton Levays’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Anton Levays die?
Anton Levays died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Anton Levays’s last words documented?
Anton LaVey died of heart failure in 1997. His companion Blanche Barton was present, but no credible source documents 'I have lived my truth' as his final words.
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