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Notable Deaths 2017: Walter Becker

2018-06-06T19:41:19+0000


Walter Becker, Guitarist, Songwriter and Co-Founder of Steely Dan, Dies at 67

2017-09-03T14:52:38+0000

Mr. Becker and Donald Fagen developed a sophisticated, adventurous sound, producing hits like “Do It Again” and “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number” and a raft of acclaimed albums.


William Becker, Who Transformed Janus Films, Dies at 88

2015-09-14T00:46:00+0000

Mr. Becker, a culturally minded businessman, acquired Janus Films in 1965 with a partner, and they vastly expanded its library and broadened its distribution.


Benton Becker, Ford Aide, Dies at 77; Negotiated Nixon Pardon

2015-08-08T22:02:35+0000

Mr. Becker pushed for an acknowledgment of guilt from Richard M. Nixon and sought to keep records out of the hands of the disgraced president after his resignation.


Gary Becker, 83, Nobel Laureate, Dies; Applied Economics to Everyday Life

2014-05-05T02:37:15+0000

Professor Becker, the 1992 Nobel winner in economics, was original and provocative in research on marriage, crime, addiction and racial discrimination.


David V. Becker, Expert on Thyroid Disease, Is Dead at 86

2010-02-08T04:04:27+0000

Dr. Becker was a pioneer in using radioactive materials to diagnose and treat thyroid disease and an expert on the thyroid damage caused by the Chernobyl nuclear reactor accident.


William Becker, 85, Creator of Concept of Motel 6 Chain, Dies

2007-05-15T04:00:00+0000

William Becker got the idea for the Motel 6 chain after enduring a cross-country trip in 1960.


George Becker, Who Led Steelworkers Through Period of Growth, Dies at 78

2007-02-06T05:00:00+0000

George Becker followed his father’s footsteps into a steel mill in his Illinois hometown and rose to become the sixth president of the United Steelworkers union.


Paid Notice: Deaths BECKER, IRVING

2006-08-13T05:00:00+0000

BECKER--Irving. Beloved husband of the late Ruth. Loving father of Minda and Howard Fisher and Lisa and Anthony Pesco. Cherished grandfather of Rebecca, Andrew and Jessica. Dear brother-in-law of Rhoda and Herman Scherling.


Benton Becker, Ford Aide, Dies at 77; Negotiated Nixon Pardon

2015-08-08T22:02:35+0000

Mr. Becker pushed for an acknowledgment of guilt from Richard M. Nixon and sought to keep records out of the hands of the disgraced president after his resignation.



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Thomas Fogarty, 91, Who Helped Revolutionize Vascular Surgery, Dies

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:33:43 +0000

Drawing on his love of fly-fishing, he developed a balloon catheter that removes blood clots from patients’ limbs in a minimally invasive way. It has saved millions of lives.

George Cabot Lodge, Last of His Family to Battle a Kennedy, Dies at 98

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:02:30 +0000

The two Massachusetts clans faced off in elections for decades, until a final 1962 Senate race. Despite his loss, Mr. Lodge praised his opponent, Ted Kennedy.

Floyd Vivino, Throwback Comedian Known as Uncle Floyd, Dies at 74

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:44:02 +0000

His silly, vaudeville-style variety show was filled with his piano playing, skits, puppets and guest stars like Cyndi Lauper and Bon Jovi.

Marian Goodman, Eminent New York Art Dealer, Dies at 97

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 19:26:15 +0000

Although known for promoting German painters, she also sought out artists who shunned painting in favor of newer mediums, like photography and film.

William H. Foege, Key Figure in the Eradication of Smallpox, Dies at 89

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 02:21:41 +0000

His containment strategy helped wipe out the disease in the 1970s, one of the world’s greatest public health triumphs. He also led the C.D.C. and promoted childhood vaccination worldwide.

Pat Montandon, Socialite Who Sought Publicity, and Then World Peace, Dies at 96

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:29:40 +0000

She was known for her lavish parties and her marriage to one of the richest men in San Francisco. After he left her, she found a new purpose: visiting world leaders to plead for peace.



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