Famous people and celebrities who died on November 4

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 4. On this day, we honor the lives and legacies of notable figures from various fields who left an indelible mark on the world. Explore our list to learn about their remarkable contributions and celebrate their enduring impact.

• 1847 Felix Mendelssohn

  German pianist composer and conductor (d.1847).

• 1895 Eugene Field

  Eugene Field was an American writer known for his children's poetry and humorous essays.

• 1918 Wilfred Owen

  Renowned World War I poet known for his war poetry that vividly depicted the horrors of trench warfare.

• 1924 Gabriel Fauré

  French composer known for his contributions to the late Romantic era.

• 1950 Grover Cleveland Alexander

  Hall of Fame pitcher known for his success with the Philadelphia Phillies and St. Louis Cardinals.

• 1954 Stig Dagerman

  Stig Dagerman was a prominent Swedish journalist and author known for his existential and introspective literary works during the post-World War II period.

• 1955 Cy Young

  Cy Young was a legendary American baseball pitcher who set numerous records and after whom the Cy Young Award is named.

• 1975 Izzat Husrieh

  Syrian journalist, historian, and academic (b. 1914)

• 1977 Tom Reamy

  Influential American science fiction and dark fantasy author who was a significant figure in science fiction fandom during the 1960s and 1970s.

• 1980 Elsie MacGill

  First female aircraft designer in Canada, known as the 'Queen of the Hurricanes' for her work during World War II.

• 1982 Dominique Dunne

  Actress known for her role in 'Poltergeist' who tragically was murdered by her ex-boyfriend, becoming a symbol of domestic violence awareness.

• 1987 Raphael Soyer

  A Russian-American painter known for his realistic depictions of urban life and the human figure.

• 1994 Sam Francis

  Renowned American abstract expressionist painter who was a pivotal figure in the second generation of the movement. Often called the 'American Matisse', Francis created vibrant, large-scale works that earned international acclaim.

• 1995 Yitzhak Rabin

  Prominent Israeli politician and military leader who served as Prime Minister and was a key figure in the Middle East peace process. He was assassinated in 1995 after signing the Oslo Accords, which aimed to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Rabin was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1994 for his efforts.

• 1995 Gilles Deleuze

  Influential French philosopher known for groundbreaking works on language, meaning, and desire. His collaborations with Felix Guattari challenged traditional psychoanalytical theories and significantly impacted contemporary philosophical thought.

• 1995 Morrie Schwartz

  Renowned sociology professor at Brandeis University, best known for his inspirational book 'Tuesdays with Morrie' which chronicled his life lessons while battling ALS.

• 1997 Richard Hooker

  Richard Hooker was an American novelist best known for his satirical novel 'MASH', which was later adapted into a highly successful film and television series about military surgeons during the Korean War.

• 1999 Daisy Bates

  Daisy Bates was a prominent civil rights activist who played a crucial role in the desegregation of Arkansas schools during the 1950s and 1960s. She was a key mentor to the Little Rock Nine, a group of African American students who integrated Central High School in Little Rock.

• 1999 Malcolm Marshall

  Legendary West Indies cricketer from Barbados, renowned for his exceptional bowling skills and significant contributions to cricket.

• 2005 Sheree North

  Versatile American actress and dancer who appeared in numerous films and television shows during the 1950s and 1960s.

• 2008 Michael Crichton

  Renowned American author and medical doctor who became a bestselling science fiction and thriller novelist, famous for works like 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Andromeda Strain' that were adapted into successful movies.

• 2008 Rosella Hightower

  Renowned American ballerina who made significant contributions to classical dance during the mid-20th century.

• 2010 Sparky Anderson

  Legendary baseball manager who led the Cincinnati Reds and Detroit Tigers to World Series victories, known for his strategic brilliance and leadership in Major League Baseball.

• 2011 Norman Ramsey

  Norman Ramsey was a distinguished American physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1989 for his work on precision spectroscopy and atomic clocks. He made groundbreaking contributions to quantum physics and helped develop fundamental measurement techniques in atomic research.

• 2011 Andy Rooney

  Renowned CBS '60 Minutes' commentator famous for his witty, satirical end-of-show segments critiquing everyday life and social issues in America.

• 2014 S. Donald Stookey

  Pioneering American physicist and chemist who invented Corningware, a revolutionary heat-resistant ceramic cookware material that transformed kitchen technology in the mid-20th century.

• 2015 René Girard

  Renowned French-American philosopher and literary critic who developed influential theories in anthropology and social sciences, particularly the concept of mimetic desire.

• 2020 Ken Hensley

  Influential English rock musician, songwriter, and founding member of the progressive rock band Uriah Heep, known for his keyboard and guitar work.