Obituaries Related to "Levy" from New York Times Archive
Andrea Levy, Author Who Spoke for a Generation of Immigrants, Dies at 62
Her books were praised for their witty, honest portraits of the immigrant experience, especially of those who moved to Britain from the West Indies after World War II.
Harold O. Levy, Progressive New York City Schools Chief, Dies at 65
Mr. Levy, who was the chancellor of New York City’s vast public school system from 2000 to 2002, attracted thousands of new teachers by insisting on higher starting wages.
Marvin David Levy, Composer Who Rose, Fell and Rose Again, Dies at 82
Mr. Levy’s career went into a spiral after the failure of “Mourning Becomes Electra,” and he was imprisoned for two years for his role in a drug ring.
Judy Protas, Writer of Slogan for Levy’s Real Jewish Rye, Dies at 91
Ms. Protas knew that a campaign spent selling rye bread to Jews would be a campaign squandered in preaching to the converted.
A Record-Setting Gala for Lincoln Center, With a Bonus Tribute for Reynold Levy
The Lincoln Center spring gala raises $9.4 million, a record for the organization.
John Levy, Bassist and Talent Manager, Dies at 99
Mr. Levy, widely credited as the first African-American personal manager in jazz, represented big names like Nancy Wilson, Cannonball Adderley and Herbie Hancock.
Reginald Levy Is Dead at 88; Hailed as a Hero in a ’72 Hijacking
Mr. Levy was captain of a hijacked Belgian airliner who enabled Israeli commandos to storm the plane and rescue all 100 passengers and crew members.
Levy Mwanawasa, Zambia president, dies at 59
JOHANNESBURG — President Levy Mwanawasa of Zambia, whose economic policies won the confidence of international donors and whose robust criticism of President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe made him an anomaly among African heads of state, died Tuesday in France, seven weeks after a stroke. He was 59.
Levy Mwanawasa, Zambia President, Dies at 59
In Zambia, Mr. Mwanawasa may best be remembered as a crusader against corruption.
President Levy Mwanawasa of Zambia dies at 59
LUSAKA, Zambia — President Levy Mwanawasa died in a French hospital Tuesday, more than six weeks after he was hospitalized for a stroke, the country's vice president said. He was 59.
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Dick Zimmer, N.J. Congressman Who Sponsored Megan’s Law, Dies at 81
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Janet Fish, Painter of Luminous Still Lifes, Dies at 87
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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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