Article: Kevorkian Leaves Prison After 8 Years

COLDWATER, Mich. - Jack Kevorkian had few words but a broad smile as he walked out of prison Friday, ending eight years behind bars for helping end the life of a man suffering from Lou Gehrig's disease.

The retired pathologist known as "Dr. Death" said his release felt "wonderful - one of the high points in life" as he paused near a van that was waiting to drive him to the home of friends in suburban Detroit.

Outside a gift shop across from the 25-acre prison grounds, about a dozen people stood in a show of support. The group held signs bearing such phrases as "Jack, we're glad you're out of the box" and "Dr. K is on his way!"

The attention focused on a man who claimed participation in ...

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