Famous people and celebrities who died in April 2004

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 2004. 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 1 Aaron Bank

  Pioneering American military officer who founded the US Army Special Forces (Green Berets) and played a crucial role in developing unconventional warfare strategies during World War II and the Cold War.

• April 1 Carrie Snodgress

  Academy Award-nominated actress best known for her powerful performance in 'Diary of a Mad Housewife', representing the complex emotional landscape of women in the 1970s.

• April 2 John Argyris

  Renowned Greek aeronautical engineer who was a pioneer in developing the finite element method, a crucial computational technique in engineering and physics.

• April 4 Casey Sheehan

  US Army soldier who was killed in action in Sadr City, Iraq in 2004, posthumously awarded Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his sacrifice.

• April 4 Briek Schotte

  Renowned Belgian professional cyclist and later coach who was a prominent figure in mid-20th century cycling, known for his resilience and competitive spirit.

• April 5 Sławomir Rawicz

  Polish lieutenant (b. 1915)

• April 5 Heiner Zieschang

  German mathematician and academic (b. 1936)

• April 5 Fernand Goyvaerts

  Belgian footballer (b. 1938)

• April 6 Niki Sullivan

  American musician and guitarist, best known as a member of the influential rock band The Crickets during the early rock and roll era.

• April 6 Lou Berberet

  American baseball player (b. 1929)

• April 7 Victor Argo

  Victor Argo was a notable American character actor known for his roles in Martin Scorsese films and distinctive supporting performances.

• April 7 Konstantinos Kallias

  Greek politician (b. 1901)

• April 8 Werner Schumacher

  German actor (b. 1921)

• April 8 Enda Colleran

  Gaelic footballer (born 1941).

• April 10 Jacek Kaczmarski

  Polish singer-songwriter, guitarist, and poet (b. 1957)

• April 14 Micheline Charest

  English-canadian television producer, co-founded the cookie jar group (b. 1953)

• April 15 Mitsuteru Yokoyama

  Renowned Japanese manga artist and creator famous for pioneering works in the manga and anime industry, including the iconic 'Gigantor' (Tetsujin 28-go).

• April 17 Edmond Pidoux

  Swiss author and poet who contributed significantly to French-language literature in the 20th century.

• April 18 Kamisese Mara

  Kamisese Mara was a pivotal Fijian political leader who served as the first Prime Minister of Fiji and played a crucial role in the country's independence and early governance.

• April 19 John Maynard Smith

  Renowned evolutionary biologist who revolutionized understanding of evolution through game theory and mathematical modeling.

• April 19 Norris McWhirter

  British journalist who co-founded the Guinness Book of World Records in 1954, which became the best-selling copyrighted book in the world with over 100 million copies sold.

• April 21 Mary McGrory

  Renowned Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who covered major political events for over five decades, providing critical insights into American political landscape from the McCarthy hearings to the Iraq War.

• April 22 Pat Tillman

  Pat Tillman was an NFL player who sacrificed his professional football career to join the US Army after 9/11, becoming a symbol of patriotism and service. His controversial death by friendly fire and subsequent cover-up became a significant national story.

• April 23 Herman Veenstra

  Dutch water polo player (b. 1911)

• April 24 Estée Lauder

  Pioneering American businesswoman who founded Estée Lauder Companies, a global cosmetics and skincare empire that revolutionized the beauty industry.

• April 24 José Giovanni

  Renowned French filmmaker and writer of Corsican descent who became a Swiss citizen in 1986, known for his significant contributions to cinema and literature.

• April 25 Thom Gunn

  Influential English-American poet and academic known for his significant contributions to contemporary poetry.

• April 26 Hubert Selby

  American author, poet, and screenwriter known for his gritty, raw literary style and influential works exploring urban life and human struggles.

• April 29 John Henniker-Major

  British diplomat and civil servant (b. 1916)