Tom Jones, author and songwriter of "The Fantasticks," died at 95.

– Tom Jones, writer of "The Fantasticks," died at 95 from cancer.

– "The Fantasticks" debuted in 1960, known for "Try to Remember."

– Jones began in NY, collaborated with Robb, then Schmidt.

– Jones co-created the show at Barnard College, defying Broadway norms.

– The musical ran over 17,000 times until 2002 at Sullivan Street.

– Jones and Schmidt worked on more shows, like "110 in the Shade."

– Their collaboration "I Do! I Do!" had Broadway success in mid-1960s.

– Jones earned Tony nominations; "My Cup Runneth Over" gained fame.

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