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fromBoston.com
1 day ago

19-year-old identified as victim in fatal Cape crash

Concetta Sherman, 19, died in a single-vehicle crash on Route 6 in Barnstable; she was trapped and pronounced dead at the scene.
California
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Remembering Gale Bach, planner at Metropolitan Transportation Commission, winemaker, gardener

Berkeley resident Gale Bach, a physicist-turned-planner and winemaker, lived a life of community service, craftsmanship, gardening, and enduring love, dying at 86 from Alzheimer's.
#family
Mental health
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Dr. Gordon R. Cohen

Dr. Gordon R. Cohen, a San Jose child psychiatrist for over 40 years, died January 7, 2026, at age 91, survived by an extended family and long-time wife Joan.
Music
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

John Forte, Rapper and Fugees Producer, Dies at 50

John Forté, influential 1990s New York rapper-producer and Fugees collaborator, died at his Chilmark, Massachusetts home; cause pending medical examiner investigation.
Education
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Remembering Dr. Eugene Stovall, political theorist, novelist, and man of conviction

Eugene A. Stovall III (born 1940) was an Oakland scholar, Air Force veteran, UC Berkeley PhD, educator, corporate professional, and devoted family man.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, guitarist for Black Midi, dead at 26

Matthew Kwasniewski-Kelvin, founding guitarist of Black Midi, died at 26 after a long battle with his mental health.
#tk-carter
#journalism-funding
#derek-martin
#bob-weir
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 week ago

Remembering an Industry Legend, Cannondale Founder Joe Montgomery

Joe Montgomery founded Cannondale, pioneered aluminum bike frames with the ST500, expanded the brand globally, later built a software company, and died January 2, 2026.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Terry Yorath, former Wales and Leeds midfielder, dies aged 75

The former Leeds and Wales midfielder Terry Yorath has died at the age of 75 following a short illness, his family have said in a statement. Born in Cardiff, Yorath played a big part in the Leeds team under Don Revie, winning the First Division title, before spells with Coventry, Tottenham and Bradford. He also won 59 caps for Wales. Speaking on behalf of the family, his children said: To most he was a revered footballing hero, but to us he was Dad; a quiet, kind and gentle man.
Soccer (FIFA)
Television
fromDeadline
1 week ago

Radha Subramanyam Dies: CBS Chief Research Officer Was 55

Radha Subramanyam, former CBS chief research and analytics officer, died January 5 at 55 after a battle with cancer.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Ex-Tottenham and England forward Chivers dies aged 80

Image source, Getty Images Former Tottenham and England forward Martin Chivers has died at the age of 80. During his eight years in north London, the striker scored 174 goals in 367 outings to help the club win the League Cup twice, as well as the Uefa Cup. He also scored 14 goals in his 24 appearances for England. Tottenham said, external: "It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of our legendary former striker, Martin Chivers."
Soccer (FIFA)
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Hungarian filmmaker Bela Tarr, who directed Satantango, dies aged 70

Bela Tarr, acclaimed Hungarian filmmaker known for stark black-and-white depictions of rural Hungary, died at 70 after a long and serious illness.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Scary Movie star Jayne Trcka had trauma to the body' when found dead at 62

Jayne Trcka, 62, former bodybuilder, wrestler and actress, was found dead in her San Diego home; cause pending amid reported trauma to her body.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Memorial Service for Edith Lieber (1924-2025) amNewYork

Edith Lieber died at 101 on December 30; memorial service January 11 at Greenwich Village Funeral Home; donations suggested to the Jazz Foundation of America.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

Remembering Joanne Wilkens, teacher, writer, restorer of historic barns

Joanne Wilkens, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Nov. 27, 2025, at the age of 84, surrounded by her loving family. Her lifelong connection to her family and to her cherished Gilmanton farmhouse was there to the very end; she was tending her wood stove and making breakfast in her warm kitchen when she suffered a severe stroke.
Books
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Michael Schumacher, author of Francis Ford Coppola and Eric Clapton biographies, dies aged 75

Michael Schumacher, a Wisconsin biographer and chronicler of Great Lakes history, died at 75 on December 29.
US news
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

Sheinelle Jones Mourns Death of Her 'Grandmama' at 96: 'My Unapologetic Cheerleader'

Josephine Vonceal Pace Brown, Sheinelle Jones's grandmother, died at age 96 on New Year's Eve; she was an education advocate, classically trained pianist, and community leader.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Local obituary: Kayla Corrigan, 21, Syracuse University student from Needham

Kayla Renee Corrigan, our beloved daughter, died tragically on December 24, 2025, in a house fire that shook the town of Needham, Massachusetts. She was 21 years old. In the midst of this enormous loss, the force of her powerful personality gives us strength in moments of despair. Kayla was born on April 30, 2004, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, to Christa and Jim Corrigan, and moved with her family to Needham in 2007.
US news
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Margaret Marietta Pepple

Margaret was born April 19, 1928, in Odin, Illinois, the eldest of two children, to Elester "Leck" Harville and Martha (VanSant) Harville. She attended Odin School 1st grade through high school, where she graduated twice! She graduated from 11th grade, then the school district added 12th grade so she went one more year and graduated again. Margaret went on to Southern Illinois University at Carbondale where she met her future husband, Wayne, whom she married March 27, 1949.
California
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Award-winning former Independent chief sports photographer David Ashdown dies aged 75

David Ashdown, The Independent's former chief sports photographer, has died aged 75 after a long award-winning career as the paper's longest-serving staff sports photographer.
#isiah-whitlock-jr
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
Film

Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for 'The Wire,' 'Veep' and Spike Lee films, dies at 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr., acclaimed for The Wire and Spike Lee collaborations, has died and received tributes from his manager and Liebman Entertainment.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Film

Isiah Whitlock Jr., 'The Wire' actor and Spike Lee collaborator, dies at 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for playing Senator Clay Davis on The Wire and collaborations with Spike Lee, died at 71 after a short illness.
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Richard Smallwood, Grammy-nominated gospel superstar, dies at 77

Richard Smallwood, 77, a Grammy-nominated gospel singer and pianist, died in Maryland from complications of kidney failure.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK and climate journalist, has died at 35

Tatiana Schlossberg, a granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy and a prominent climate activist and environmental journalist, died on December 30 at age 35, her family announced through a social media post.
US news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Tributes paid to much-loved' boy who died after fatal tractor crash

Aaron Anderson, from Consett, sustained life-threatening injuries when a John Deere Gator overturned at a farm near Burnopfield, County Durham, on December 21. Durham Police confirmed the incident, and in a tribute released through the force, Aaron's family described him as a "cheeky chappie who was always smiling and would never fail to brighten up your day". He had been receiving treatment at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.
UK news
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies after leukemia diagnosis

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of John F. Kennedy, died at 35 after revealing a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia with a rare mutation.
Marketing
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
2 weeks ago

The Industry Mourns The Loss Of Andy Drinkwater - Experience SEO & Friend To The Search Industry

Andy Drinkwater, a UK-based SEO with over 25 years' experience, passed away before Christmas and was deeply active in the SEO community.
#brigitte-bardot
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Perry Bamonte, guitarist and keyboard player with The Cure, has died aged 65

"Quiet, intensive, intuitive, constant and hugely creative, 'Teddy' was a warm hearted and vital part of The Cure story. "Looking after the band from 1984 through 1989, he became a full member of The Cure in 1990, playing guitar, six string bass and keyboard on the Wish (1992), Wild Mood Swings (1996), Bloodflowers (2000), Acoustic Hits (2001), and The Cure (2004) albums, as well as performing more than 400 shows over 14 years."
Music
National Football League
fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago

Rich McGeorge, Dolphins assistant coach for both Don Shula and Jimmy Johnson, dies at 77

Rich McGeorge, former Dolphins assistant offensive line coach and College Football Hall of Famer, died at 77 in Durham, N.C.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

Remembering Donald Hongisto, president of Merritt College and other Peralta campuses

Don moved to San Francisco in 1942 with his parents and younger brother Richard (Dick). He often joked that leaving the frigid cold of northern Minnesota and moving to beautiful San Francisco was one of the best things his parents ever did. Don was an academic student, skipping half a grade after moving to San Francisco. In 1950, he graduated from Polytechnic High School, where he was a yell leader and an editor of the high school newspaper and yearbook.
Higher education
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

In Memoriam: Beautiful Writers, Influential Editors, Committed Activists

Feiffer was America's premier satirical cartoonist,
US politics
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Vince Zampella, video game pioneer behind megahit Call of Duty, dies at 55

Vince Zampella, co-creator of Call of Duty and founder of Respawn Entertainment, died at 55; his games and leadership profoundly influenced the video game industry.
#betty-reid-soskin
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Actor James Ransone, known for his roles in 'The Wire,' 'It: Chapter Two' dead at 46

Actor James Ransone, known for Ziggy Sobotka in The Wire and roles in film and television, died by suicide at age 46.
Bayern Munich
fromFC Bayern
4 weeks ago

FC Bayern mourns Peter Kupferschmidt

Peter Kupferschmidt, 83, a foundational FC Bayern defender from the 1965 promotion team, has died, leaving a lasting legacy and family survivors.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Local obituary: Ella Cook, 19, Brown University sophomore and Alabama native

Ella Cobbs Cook, 2006–2025, was a devoted Christian and Brown sophomore studying French and Mathematics‑Economics who loved children, piano, dance, outdoors and travel.
Television
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Buck Rogers' star Gil Gerard dies at 82

Gil Gerard, television's Buck Rogers star, died at 82 from a rare aggressive cancer, leaving a message urging people to seek thrills and love.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 month ago

Max Eider of Jazz Butcher Conspiracy, RIP

Max Eider (Peter Millson), guitarist known for his fluid Wes Montgomery–influenced style with The Jazz Butcher and solo work, has died.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Humphrey Burton, renowned arts broadcaster, dies at 94

The award-wining film-maker and director, who revolutionised classical music programming, died at home with his family by his side. His daughter, Clare Dibble, posted on X on Wednesday: It is with great sadness that I report the passing of my father, Sir Humphrey Burton 25.3.31-17.12.25 at 05:15 this morning at home with family by his side. A huge influence on several generations of arts programme makers, he will be missed beyond word. [SIC]
Music
fromDodgers Nation
1 month ago

Dodgers Send Rob Reiner Message in Remembrance of Filmmaker

Famed entertainer Rob Reiner and his wife Michele sadly passed away on Sunday in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Brentwood. We are shocked and saddened by the tragic deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele.An Emmy Award-winning actor and Academy Award-nominated director, Reiner was an avid baseball fan. The Bronx native and Los Angeles resident was a longtime Dodgers fan.Reiner made numerous... pic.twitter.com/hS9atUa7kM- MLB (@MLB) December 15, 2025
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Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Tributes as Kerry woman who died in crash remembered

Patricia Keane, a beloved Castleisland community figure, died after a single-vehicle crash; she was celebrated for her restaurant work, basketball involvement, and joyful spirit.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Rachael Carpani, McLeod's Daughters and Home and Away actor, dies unexpectedly but peacefully' aged 45

Rachael Carpani, known for McLeod's Daughters and Home and Away, died aged 45 after a long battle with chronic illness; cause not made public.
Television
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Anthony Geary dies at 78; General Hospital' star played Luke, of beloved supercouple Luke and Laura

Anthony Geary, famed for portraying Luke Spencer on General Hospital, died in Amsterdam at 78 from complications following a surgical procedure.
#peter-greene
fromFortune
1 month ago
Film

Peter Greene, 'Pulp Fiction' actor famous for 'Zed's dead' line, dies at 60 | Fortune

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Film

Pulp Fiction actor Peter Greene found dead in New York apartment

Actor Peter Greene, known for villainous roles in Pulp Fiction and The Mask, died at 60 in his New York City apartment; cause not disclosed.
fromConsequence
1 month ago
Film

Peter Green, Villain in Pulp Fiction and The Mask, Dead at 60

Peter Greene, famed for playing Zed in Pulp Fiction and Dorian Tyrell in The Mask, died at age 60.
fromFortune
1 month ago
Film

Peter Greene, 'Pulp Fiction' actor famous for 'Zed's dead' line, dies at 60 | Fortune

Music
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Abraham Quintanilla, father of Latina icon Selena, has died, family says

Abraham "A.B." Isaac Quintanilla III, father and longtime manager of Selena Quintanilla, has died; the cause of death has not been disclosed.
History
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Rosemary Hart

Rosemary "Tootsie" Hart of Oklahoma City worked in secretarial and legal firms, loved antiquing, quilts, gardening, cherished family, and died July 2020 in Spokane.
Music
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Susan Sheldrick Kemp

Susan 'Sue' Kemp dedicated her life to arts, education, and community, serving in development roles and enriching cultural life through music and philanthropy.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Remembering Alan Burkett, architect who helped get UC Berkeley's Stanley Hall and East Asian Library built

Alan Lee Burkett passed away on Oct. 23, at the age of 68, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Alan was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. Alan loved to row in the bay, swim in the ocean, backpack in the wilderness, ski in the backcountry, ride his bike anywhere, enjoy the art of word play and spend time with family.
Higher education
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Jim Ward, Voice Of Ratchet & Clank's Captain Qwark, Has Died

Jim Ward, a voice actor and radio host best known as Captain Qwark, died at age 66 after retiring due to Alzheimer's and severe COVID-19.
Television
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Jeffrey Garcia, Voice of Sheen Estevez on Jimmy Neutron, Dead at 50

Jeffrey Garcia, who voiced Sheen Estevez on The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius, died at 50.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Remembering Evie Wozniak, active in Berkeley politics and an aide at City Hall

Evelyn (Evie) Vetterlein Wozniak, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 20, one week after celebrating her 86th birthday. Born to Katharine and Theodore Vetterlein on Sept. 13, 1939, in Providence, Rhode Island, Evie grew up in Barrington, Rhode Island, on Narragansett Bay, where she learned to love the sea and its bounty. On her mother's side, Evie traced her ancestry back to William Brewster, who came over on the Mayflower.
US politics
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Tributes to farmer who died after fall through shed roof in Co Limerick

Eamonn Sheehan, 58, died after a farm fall in Athlacca; emergency services attended and the Health and Safety Authority launched an investigation.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Remembering Scott William Hall, Berkeley firefighter for 34 years

Those who knew Fire Captain Scott William Hall of the Berkeley Fire Department will not be surprised to learn that he took command of his first fire truck at age 3. Though not widely verbal at that age, he was already certain of his purpose quietly steering his toy engine with the same modest determination that would define his 38-year career in public safety, including 34 years of distinguished service with Berkeley Fire.
US news
Design
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Famed US architect Frank Gehry dies, aged 96 DW 12/05/2025

Frank Gehry, designer of Spain's Guggenheim Museum, died at age 96 following a brief respiratory illness.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, actor who performed in 'Mortal Kombat,' has died at 75

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, famed for roles in Mortal Kombat and The Man in the High Castle, died at 75 from stroke complications.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Mortal Combat Film Star, Dead at 75

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the Japanese-American actor who played the evil sorcerer Shang Tsung in numerous Mortal Kombat films, TV series, and video games, has died at the age of 75.
Film
Books
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'Galway has lost one of its quiet pillars' - Kennys Bookshop lead tributes to 'outstanding bookseller' Dessy following his death

Dessy Kenny, lifelong bookseller at Kennys Bookshop in Galway, died December 2; renowned storyteller, book recommender, author, community reader, husband, father and grandfather.
#hugh-wallace
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'A warm, open and generous man' - Tributes paid to renowned architect and RTE presenter Hugh Wallace after death at 68

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'A warm, open and generous man' - Tributes paid to renowned architect and RTE presenter Hugh Wallace after death at 68

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1 month ago

Adult film star Scott Finn dies aged 27

In the moving obituary, Messerly's family wrote that he would be remembered for his "kindness, big smile, and silly natured personality". "Rhett attended Weber High School and was known as the 'goofball' to his peers, the 'handsome boy with nice muscles' to all the girls," the obituary reads. "He always had a way of bringing a smile and laughter to those who knew him. Most importantly, he will be remembered for his incredible capacity to help others."
Film
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Local obituary: Ann-Margaret Ferrante, 53, longtime state lawmaker from Gloucester

Throughout her legislative career, Ann-Margaret worked to ensure that Cape Ann always had a seat at the table in legislative matters. She was focused on her fishermen, jobs and economic development, and helping those in need.
US politics
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Renowned architect and RTE presenter Hugh Wallace dies aged 68

Hugh Wallace, award-winning architect and long-time RTÉ presenter and judge, died suddenly at home and is survived by husband Martin Corbett.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Billy Bonds, legendary West Ham player and manager, dies aged 79

Billy Bonds, long-serving West Ham captain and manager, has died aged 79, remembered for 799 appearances, two FA Cups, and a lasting club legacy.
#tom-stoppard
Music
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Ethan Browne, son of musician Jackson Browne, dies aged 52

Ethan Browne, son of Jackson Browne and Phyllis Major, was found dead at 52 on 25 November 2025; he worked as an actor, model and musician.
#golf
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fuzzy Zoeller, two-time major winner haunted by racist Tiger Woods joke, dies aged 74

Fuzzy Zoeller, two-time major champion, died aged 74; he won the Masters and US Open and endured lasting backlash for a racially insensitive comment.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Active-duty Boston EMT dies after long illness

"In every assignment, Regina brought unmatched dedication, enthusiasm, and a commitment to excellence that strengthened our department," Boston EMS said. "A gifted mentor, she helped shape a generation of EMTs and left an impact that will carry forward for years to come." "Regina will also be remembered for her wicked sense of humor, her kindness, and her exceptional strength - a true warrior spirit," the post continues.
Public health
#joan-templeman
fromFortune
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Billionaire Richard Branson mourns his wife and partner of 50 years, Joan: 'She was my best friend, my rock, my guiding light, my world' | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Billionaire Richard Branson mourns his wife and partner of 50 years, Joan: 'She was my best friend, my rock, my guiding light, my world' | Fortune

AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 month ago

AC Milan pay tribute to Lorenzo Buffon after passing: "A good man with a big Rossonero heart"

Lorenzo Buffon, a celebrated Milan and Italy goalkeeper, has died; he won four Serie A titles and captained Italy at the 1962 World Cup.
#jimmy-cliff
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Music

Video: Jimmy Cliff, Jamaican Reggae Icon, Is Dead

Jimmy Cliff, Jamaican reggae singer famed for The Harder They Come, has died at 81.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Music

Jimmy Cliff, Reggae Icon and The Harder They Come Star, Dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff died at 81 after a seizure and pneumonia; his music and The Harder They Come popularized reggae worldwide.
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