Obituaries Related to "Fritz" from New York Times Archive
Notable Deaths 2017: Jean Fritz
Notable Deaths 2016: Fritz Weaver
Notable Deaths 2016: Fritz Stern
Jean Fritz, Who Wrote History Books for Children, Dies at 101
Her works were full of human narratives and quirks, backed by engaging prose and deep archival research.
Fritz Koenig, Sculptor of Trade Center ‘Sphere,’ Dies at 92
Mr. Koenig knew that his most important sculpture would return to its intended site in Lower Manhattan. But he did not live to see the day.
Fritz Weaver, Tony-Winning Character Actor, Dies at 90
Mr. Weaver won a Tony for his role in Robert Marasco’s “Child’s Play” about the malevolent environment at an exclusive Roman Catholic school for boys.
Fritz Stern, a Leading Historian on Modern Germany, Dies at 90
German-born and a longtime professor at Columbia University, Mr. Stern identified themes and intellectual currents that led to Germany’s drift toward totalitarianism.
Al Fritz, Who Put Youngsters on Stylish, Colorful Bikes, Dies at 88
Mr. Fritz designed a rugged, compact bicycle, recognizable by its banana seat and high handlebars, which Schwinn sold in the millions.
Fritz Manes, Producer of Eastwood Films, Dies at 79
Among Mr. Manes’s films were “Any Which Way You Can” and “Heartbreak Ridge,” both starring Clint Eastwood.
Fritz Bach, Who Aided Transplant Survival, Dies at 77
Dr. Fritz H. Bach was a medical researcher who developed techniques to help lessen the possibility of organ rejection.
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Samantha Eggar, Oscar-Nominated Star of ‘The Collector,’ Dies at 86
She also had leading roles in “Doctor Dolittle” with Rex Harrison, “Walk, Don’t Run” with Cary Grant and “The Molly Maguires” with Sean Connery.
Stephanie Johnson, Burlesque Dancer With Stories to Tell, Dies at 81
Her memories of her days as Tanqueray in the gritty New York of the 1960s and ’70s found a new audience in recent years and made her a social media star.
George F. Smoot, Who Showed How the Cosmos Began, Is Dead at 80
He led a team of scientists who helped confirm that a Big Bang was the source of the universe. The discovery earned him a Nobel Prize.
Daniel Naroditsky, Chess Grandmaster, Dies at 29
He earned the highest title in the chess world at 17 and built a career as an accomplished chess teacher, commentator and author.
Roberta Alexander, Widely Acclaimed Soprano, Dies at 76
An African American who spent much of her career based in the Netherlands, she said her race was less of a factor in Europe when being considered for a wide variety of opera roles.
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Trans Activist Who Saw It All, Dies
She spat in a policeman’s face at the Stonewall Riot, ran a nursing service during the AIDS crisis and boycotted Pride parades when they welcomed corporations.
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