Obituaries Related to "Adams" from New York Times Archive
Betty Campbell-Adams, Bronx Evangelist of Carrot Cake, Dies at 65
The bakery Ms. Campbell-Adams founded with her husband has won legions of fans all over the world for the Caribbean-infused delicacy that is its specialty.
Lon Adams, Who Gave the Slim Jim Its Flavor, Dies at 95
Mr. Adams spent a quarter-century developing and refining the recipe for the beef jerky snack. He died of complications of Covid-19
Julie Adams, Seized by Creature in ‘Black Lagoon,’ Dies at 92
Her Hollywood career stretched across six decades, but it was her 1954 role as the love interest of a reptilian monster that gave her lasting fame.
Constance Adams, Architect of Space Habitats, Is Dead at 53
She gave up designing skyscrapers to develop structures that would help travelers live on the International Space Station, Mars or the moon.
Notable Deaths 2016: Richard Adams
Richard Adams, Whose Novel ‘Watership Down’ Became a Phenomenon, Dies at 96
Mr. Adams’s theme-rich rabbit tale from the early 1970s made him one of the world’s best-selling writers.
Dan Haggerty, Who Played Grizzly Adams, Dies at 73
Mr. Haggerty parlayed a beard and a bear into a role that endeared him to viewers of a film and television series both titled “The Life and Times of Grizzly Adams.”
Arlin Adams, Federal Judge Three Times on Supreme Court Short List, Dies at 94
Known for deep Republican political ties in Pennsylvania and respected legal scholarship, Judge Adams led investigations into two former Reagan administration cabinet members.
Alvin P. Adams Jr., Ambassador Who Helped Haiti Pursue Democracy, Dies at 73
Mr. Adams, a three-time ambassador, persuaded a Haitian military ruler in 1990 to abdicate. That move paved the way for Haiti’s first freely elected president.
Lisa Bonchek Adams Dies at 45; Chronicled Fight With Breast Cancer
Ms. Adams was known for her thousands of blog posts, Facebook updates and Twitter messages detailing her struggle with breast cancer.
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Alice and Ellen Kessler, ’60s Singing Sensations, Die at 89
The twin sisters from Germany, who were nightclub stars and regular guests on international variety shows, chose to end their lives together.
Bonnie Munshin, ‘Velvet Hammer’ of a Hamptons Hot Spot, Dies at 84
At Nick & Toni’s, a restaurant beloved by celebrities and locals alike, she managed its coveted prime real estate, keeping everyone happy and the looky-loos at bay.
Sid Davidoff, Powerful Aide to Mayor Lindsay, Dies at 86
In the 1960s and ’70s, he was a brash lieutenant to a young, ambitious, reform-minded mayor and ended up on President Nixon’s “enemies list.”
Bill Ivey, 81, Dies; Quelled Conservative Ire Over U.S. Arts Agency
As the head of the National Endowment for the Arts, Mr. Ivey, a leader in country music, shifted the agency’s focus away from avant-garde work and won more funding.
Alice Wong, Writer and Relentless Advocate for Disability Rights, Dies at 51
Born with muscular dystrophy, she received a MacArthur “Genius” grant in 2024 for her decades of calling attention to the need for equal rights for disabled people.
Todd Snider, Folk Singer With a Wry Wit, Dies at 59
Mentored by the likes of Jimmy Buffett and John Prine, his big-hearted ballads told of heartache even as his humor revealed a steadfast optimism.
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