Obituaries Related to "Richardson" from New York Times Archive
Robert Richardson Jr., Biographer of Literary Giants, Dies at 86
His books about Thoreau, Emerson and William James won him national awards — and a fan letter from the celebrated author who would become his wife.
John Richardson, Art Historian and Picasso Biographer, Is Dead at 95
A protean citizen of the art world — artist, curator, dealer, collector and more — he wrote a monumental four-volume life of a 20th-century giant.
Notable Deaths 2016: Willie Richardson
Willie Richardson, Baltimore Colts’ All-Pro Receiver, Dies at 76
Mr. Richardson was an All-Pro receiver for the Baltimore Colts and their leading pass-catcher in Super Bowl III, when the Jets otherwise stymied their offense in a huge upset victory.
Robert C. Richardson, Laureate in Physics, Dies at 75
Dr. Richardson’s prize-winning work involved cooling helium to liquid form, a breakthrough that has enabled research into a variety of scientific problems.
Midge Turk Richardson, Ex-Nun and Editor, Dies at 82
Ms. Richardson, who appeared as an extra in more than 100 Hollywood films as a child, spent years as Sister Agnes Marie before coming to New York and eventually becoming editor of Seventeen magazine.
Jack Richardson, New York Playwright, Is Dead at 78
Mr. Richardson won Obie and Drama Desk awards for his first play produced off Broadway in 1960. He turned to writing magazine articles and books after two of his plays failed on Broadway.
William S. Richardson, Ex-Chief Justice in Hawaii, Dies at 90
In 16 years leading the state’s Supreme Court, he defended the rights of native Hawaiians, often relying on ancestral custom in his decisions.
Richardson Died of ‘Blunt Impact,’ Medical Examiner Says
An autopsy of Natasha Richardson indicated that she died of a brain hemorrhage caused by “blunt impact” to her head.
Natasha Richardson, 45, Stage and Film Star, Dies
The Tony Award winner melded glamorous celebrity with the bloodline of theater royalty.
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Diane Crump, First Woman to Ride in Kentucky Derby, Dies at 77
She was the first professional female jockey to compete at a track in the United States where betting was legal, and notched up 228 career victories.
Dick Zimmer, N.J. Congressman Who Sponsored Megan’s Law, Dies at 81
The landmark legislation, a response to the rape and murder of a New Jersey child, required states to disclose where convicted sex-offenders live.
Janet Fish, Painter of Luminous Still Lifes, Dies at 87
From her student days, she stubbornly refused to follow popular artistic trends. Instead, she spent decades exploring the effects of light on glass.
Jacqueline de Ribes, Tastemaker and Fashion Avatar, Dies at 96
One of few people in the world of style who could legitimately claim the status of icon, she dressed to impress even before she became a designer.
Richard Smallwood, 77, Choral Leader and Composer of Gospel Hits, Dies
He sold millions of albums with the Richard Smallwood Singers, and his songs, many influenced by classical music, were recorded by stars like Whitney Houston.
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Marquee names all, they found international fame in the arts, politics, the sciences and beyond.
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