Famous people and celebrities who died in April 1908

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 1908. 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

• April 4 Josef Sucher composer

  At the age of 64, he dies.

• April 5 Gaetano Coronaro composer

  At the age of 55, he dies.

• April 11 Henry Bird

  English chess player and author (b. 1829)

• April 20 Henry Chadwick

  Known as the 'Father of Baseball' for his contributions to the development of the sport.

• April 20 Henry Chadwick sports reporter (baseball)

  At 85 years old, the victim dies.

• April 22 Henry Campbell-Bannerman

  Prime minister of the united kingdom, scottish politician and merchant (d. 1908)