Famous people and celebrities who died in January 1906

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in January 1906. This month marked the loss of influential and beloved figures whose contributions spanned various fields and touched many lives. Explore our detailed list to remember and celebrate their enduring legacies and the remarkable impact they had on the world

  • Jan. 1 Hugh Nelson

    Scottish-australian farmer and politician, 11th premier of queensland (b. 1833)

  • Jan. 1 Joseph Miroslav Weber composer

    At the age of 51, he dies.

  • Jan. 13 Alexander Stepanovich Popov

    Russian physicist and academic (b. 1859)

  • Jan. 16 Marshall Field

    American businessman and philanthropist, founded marshall field's (b. 1834)

  • Jan. 19 Bartolomé Mitre

    Argentinian historian and politician, sixth president of argentina (b. 1821)

  • Jan. 25 Joseph Wheeler

    Confederate general during the American Civil War.

  • Jan. 25 Pierre L Goossens Belgian archbishop of Malines/Cardinal

    At the age of 78, he dies.

  • Jan. 25 Joseph Wheeler II Confederate General

    At the age of 70, she dies.

  • Jan. 29 Christaan IX King of Denmark (1893-1906)

    Dies.

  • Jan. 29 King Christian

    Ix of denmark (born in 1818).