Author Mario Benedetti , 88 , was battling intestinal problems and had been hospitalized earlier this month . Mario Benedetti , earlier this month , was battling intestinal problems ; hospitalized 88 . Benedetti authored novels such as `` Juan Angel 's and `` The Truce '' Birthday '' A supporter of Benedetti government , Benedetti left Uruguay to live in exile .
Mario Benedetti , earlier this month , was battling intestinal problems ; hospitalized 88 . Benedetti authored novels such as `` Juan Angel 's and `` The Truce '' Birthday '' A supporter of Benedetti government , Benedetti left Uruguay to live in exile .