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Werner Schroeter, German Film and Stage Director, Dies at 65

2010-04-21T01:13:11+0000

Mr. Schroeter’s flair for lush visuals and heightened emotions introduced an operatic sensibility to the New German Cinema movement of the 1970s.


Werner Wiskari, Times Editor, Is Dead at 90

2008-12-31T01:35:28+0000

Mr. Wiskari was a former foreign correspondent and editor of international news for The New York Times.


Werner Groebli, Ice Skating’s Frick, Dies at 92

2008-04-23T04:00:00+0000

A member of the famous ice-skating comedy team of Frick & Frack, Mr. Groebli cracked up and wowed audiences for nearly 30 years.


Werner von Trapp, member of "Sound of Music" family, dies at 91

2007-10-14T05:00:00+0000

MONTPELIER, Vermont — Werner von Trapp, a member of the musical family made famous by the 1965 movie "The Sound of Music," has died, his family said. He was 91.


Paid Notice: Deaths GEWURZ, WERNER

2006-10-20T05:00:00+0000

GEWURZ--Werner. The Yeshiva University family is saddened by the passing in Israel of a distinguished YC alum, beloved husband of Ruth Gewurz, cherished father and father-in-law of Yossi and Dana, Hani and Arik; grandfather of Yoel, Noa,Menahem, Schneur and Baruch; and brother of Gisela (and Arthur) Garmaise and Samuel (and Brenda) Gewurz. Heartfelt condolences are extended to the entire Gewurz family. May they all be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Yeshiva University Richard ...


‘Nomad’ Review: Werner Herzog Pays Tribute to a ‘Kindred Spirit’

2020-08-25T11:00:06+0000

Herzog honors the writer and explorer Bruce Chatwin in this stimulating and visually overwhelming documentary.


Werner G. Doehner, Last Survivor of the Hindenburg, Dies at 90

2019-11-17T01:33:56+0000

He was 8 and traveling with his family when the German airship caught fire and crashed in New Jersey.


Werner Kramarsky, Rights Official and Arts Patron, Dies at 93

2019-08-23T20:21:51+0000

He played prominent roles in both city and state government in New York. He wore another hat as well, supporting artists and building a vast drawing collection.


Werner Franz, Survivor of the Hindenburg’s Crew, Dies at 92

2014-08-30T02:53:38+0000

Mr. Franz was a 14-year-old cabin boy when the immense German zeppelin erupted into flames. He was believed to be the last surviving member of the crew.


Hans Werner Henze, Composer, Dies at 86

2012-10-28T23:18:36+0000

Mr. Henze’s prolific output, over more than 60 years, hewed to older forms like opera, ballet and symphonies.



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Reginald T. Jackson, A.M.E. Bishop Who Helped Sway Votes, Dies at 71

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:07:21 +0000

Influential from New Jersey to Georgia, he was part of a long tradition among Black clergy of fighting bias and getting out the vote. “No vote, no clout,” he’d say.

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Daniel Woodrell, ‘Country Noir’ Novelist of ‘Winter’s Bone,’ Dies at 72

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:10:06 +0000

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Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:59:59 +0000

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James Riches, Fire Chief Who Lost Firefighter Son on 9/11, Dies at 74

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