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Hans Goedicke Obituary



On February 24, 2015 Hans G. Goedicke, Ph.D., an Egyptologist and Professor of Near Eastern Studies at Johns Hopkins University, passed away. He was the beloved husband of Lucy Goedicke (nee McLaughlin); loving uncle of Albert Shane and his wife Sonia, Beth Shane and Gregory Shane and his wife Michele; dear great uncle of Natalie, Alan, Matthew and Trevor Shane. Service and Interment private. Online condolences may be left at www.schimunekfuneralhomes.com

Published by Baltimore Sun on Feb. 27, 2015.
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On May 5, 2015, a memorial seminar was held at the University of Vienna in honour and memory of Hans Goedicke; in the institute at which Hans studied and took his PhD.
https://www.slideshare.net/helmutsatzinger/in-memoriam-hans-goedicke
For an unforgettable friend.

Helmut Satzinger

Friend

February 24, 2019

I am sure that many colleagues and friends miss Hans as much as I do.
I have been assembling photographs & written information to create an article related to Hans' leadership of the archaeological expedition of The Johns Hopkins University 1972, 74 excavations in the pyramid area of Giza that I participated in. I do not know of any illustrated publication of these excavations. The Egyptological importance of these seasons should be known to historians and others that have an interest in history and Egypt.

Earl Ertman

Friend

February 19, 2019

Liebe Lucy,

zu diesem uerst traurigen Anla mchten wir Dich unseres tiefempfundenen Beileids versichern. Wir denken sehr an Dich und werden den lieben Hans als ganz besonderen, ungewhnlichen, herzlichen, liebenswert-humorvollen und ideenreichen Menschen stets in Erinnerung behalten. Das Beisammensein mit Euch beiden war stets ein ganz besonders Erlebnis und eine ganz groe Freude; Ihr beide habt einen festen Platz in unseren Herzen.
Liebe Lucy, wir umarmen Dich ganz feste und schicken Dir unsere allerliebsten Gedanken,
Deine
Isabel und Alfred

Isabel und Alfred Grimm

March 27, 2015

Liebe Lucy, wir trauern mit Dir um Deinen lieben Hans, der uns als Freund immer in Erinnerung bleiben wird. Wir gedenken der frhlichen Stunden, die wir gemeinsam verbracht haben.

In tiefer Verbundenheit
Familie Mitgutsch

Alfred Mitgutsch

March 9, 2015

Liebe Lucy, wir trauern mit Dir um Deinen lieben Hans der uns als Freund immer in Erinnerung bleiben wird. Wir gedenken der frhlichen Stunden, die wir gemeinsam verbracht haben.

In tiefer Verbundenheit
Alfi und Familie

Klosterhof 10
Imbach/Austria 09.03.2014

March 9, 2015

With deep sorrow I learnt about Professor Goedicke's death. As colleague, I want to fully honour his intelligence and extend my sympathies to all his family.
He will never be forgotten

Roberto Gozzoli

March 7, 2015

In unseren Herzen wirst Du weiterleben.
In Erinnerung an schne Zeiten in Imbach nehmen wir Abschied.
Willy, Annemarie und Michael

Annemarie Frst

March 7, 2015

In unseren Herzen wirst Du weiterleben.
In Erinnerung an schne Zeiten in Imbach nehmen wir Abschied.
Willy, Annemarie und Michael

Annemarie Frst

March 7, 2015

Dear Lucy!
The notice ofthe passing of your dear husband, Hans Goedicke, has deeply touched me and my wife personally, but also the many friends of the German-Austrian Society. On the many trips with you and Hans, to the former Old-Austrian Lands,Hans' fundamental and sometimes humorous comments were always an enrichment of the trip's program. Through his amiable way Hans has won many friends in his second home Austriaand they will miss him very much.
The passing away of Hans leaves a very large gap in our Society.-What was past does not return, however, if it goes down shining, it shines back a long time!the great German author Wolfgang Goethe states in a proverb. Hans was not only a great personality, but also a great scientist and the traces of his work, like the many publications, the Dr. Hans Goedicke Trust for Egyptology in Vienna and much more, will remain as a great legacy for future generations.
However, our sincere sympathy now goes to you, dear Luzy. We are with you in our thoughts and feelings in these, for you such sad, times.
Your dear Hans will always remain in our fondest remembrances. We send you our sincere greetings, also in the name of the many friends of the German-Austrian Society and theFriendship Circle Passau-Krems.
In true friendship and loving close connection
Erich and Inge Hackl

Krems/Austria
March 06-03-2015

Erich Hackl

March 6, 2015

Dear Lucy,
our deepest sympathy for you in your dolor. Thank you both for the inspiration and the hospitality.
Elizabeth & Ernst Waldmann

Elizabeth & Ernst Waldmann

March 5, 2015

Liebe Lucy!
Die Nachricht vom Tode deines lieben Gatten, Dr. Hans Gdicke, hat mich und meine Frau persnlich, aber auch die vielen Freunde in der Deutsch-sterreichischen Gesellschaft tief getroffen. Bei den vielen gemeinsamen Reisen mit Hans und mit dir, liebe Lucy, in die Lnder "Altsterreichs" waren seine fundierten, mitunter auch launigen Kommentare, stets eine Bereicherung des Reiseprogrammes. Durch seine liebenswrdige Art hat dein Hans in seiner zweiten Heimat "sterreich" viele Freunde gewonnen, die ihn sehr vermissen werden.
Der Tod deines lieben Gatten hinterlsst in unserer Gesellschaft eine groe Lcke.-Aber "Was vergangen kehrt nicht wieder, aber geht es leuchtend nieder, leuchtet's lange noch zurck!"
Unser aufrichtiges Mitgefhl gilt vor allem dir, liebe Lucy. Wir sind mit unserem Fhlen und Denken in diesen Tagen bei dir.
Deinen lieben Hans werden wir immer in lieber Erinnerung behalten.
Mit stillem Gru, auch im Namen der vielen Freunde der Deutsch-sterreichischen Gesellschaft /Freundeskreis Passau-Krems und
lieber Verbundenheit

Erich und Inge Hackl

Krems/sterreich, 04.03.2014

March 4, 2015

Dear Lucy,
the very sad news focused our thoughts onto your situation. For you it is lost that nobody can fill in. We know you both since the lucky days we have been able to spend with you in your summer-house in the Wachau. Some years ago we have seen you the last time, but Hans has informed us on your bad situation and later on his own. May HE give you the force to bear the strokes. We can only pray for your peace. We will remember Hans as friend, colleague, and paternal guide. You always were on his side at that time.
With love,
Uli and Eva

March 3, 2015

Brilliant...inspiring man of tremendous knowledge, compassion and patients. He has and will continue to impact millions of peoples lives around the world. Uncle Hans, you will be missed. With much love, continue your journey in peace.

sharon sundstrom

March 2, 2015

Dearest Lucy,
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time, we send you our love and condolences. We will never forget Hans. Since we first met him in Cairo in 1966 he has been an inspiration to us. He was a truly great Egyptologist and a wonderful friend. We treasure our memories of the times we all spent together in beautiful Imbach, in Baltimore, Egypt, England and Tuscany. May he rest in peace.
With love,
John and Beth

March 2, 2015

I shall never forget the course I took on Egyptology from Dr. Goedicke. He was a scholar and a brilliant teacher who inspired his students. Such a kind, patient man.

Ann Rouch

March 1, 2015

To the Goedicke Family:
"Though nothing can bring back the hour, of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower. We will grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind". His exceptional research into the elite and royal documents of the Old Kingdom were an inspiration to me.
Sasha Verma- Perth, Australia

Sasha Verma

March 1, 2015

Dr Goedicke was kind enough to give his time and advice to me when I was lost in my research, as a master's student in London. I feel great loss at his passing, and wish his wife my sympathy.

Katherine Griffis-Greenberg

March 1, 2015

My sincerest sympathies to Lucy!. The professor (always the Mudir to some of us) and Lucy were splendid hosts on the FOSTAT during that most enjoyable 1974 season at Giza. The Mudir's academic achievements are legion, and he was always generous with his encouragement and assistance to those needing guidance.
A truly great scholar and gentleman, the Mudir will be missed. May he rest in peace!

Otto Schaden

February 28, 2015

Dear Lucy,
I am profoundly sorry to learn of the death of Hans for whom I had the greatest admiration and regard. He was great Egyptologist and Teacher. Thank You for Your hospitality. I know there is little I can say to lessen Your grief, but I'd like You to know You have my deepest sympathy in Your bereavement. You BOTH are always in my heart!

Olga Tomashevich

February 28, 2015

Lucy and Hans were a loving and charming couple, and it was always a great pleasure to spend time with them, either in Baltimore, Imbach or Spain. Hans was a professor in the true sense of the word, always encouraging his students to be independent and think for themselves. He left behind a large number of significant contributions to egyptology and many good friends that will keep his memory alive.

Jos M. Galn

February 28, 2015

We will miss You, dear friend!
Wilfried and Ingrid Seipel

February 28, 2015

Many years ago Hans Goedicke knew about the interest of some Spanish students to study Egyptology in the US, among them me. In one of his courses in Madrid he showed much interest and support for my plans and committed to help. Not only he made sure I could contact people and apply for programs but he invited me to his house in Baltimore where we discussed ideas, plans his hospitality, interest and dedication to young scholars for their education was impressive. I must thank you, Lucy, and Hans for your support, interest and welcome to the US. I will always remember Prof. Goedicke's sense of humor, hospitality, and his passionate dedication to Egyptology. He will not be forgotten.

My condolences, dear Lucy, family and friends.
Antonio

Antonio J. Morales

February 28, 2015

Sinceras condolencias desde Espa

Eric Lopez

February 27, 2015

Wishing peace and gratitude for all you have done for Egyptology.

robin snell

February 27, 2015

Lucy: We are all at a loss for words as those who knew Hans all loved him so much.He was a great friend to many. I recall fondly our time on the Fustat on the Nile and our stay at the Mena House near the pyramids when we were digging near the 3rd pyramid at Giza in 1972 and 74. Also the great time you both showed Judith and me in Vienna at your place in the country-that was a real treat. To say that Hans will be missed is an understatement. His writing will last to enlighten students for years to come. We are all so sorry for your and our loss.

Earl Ertman

February 27, 2015

Hans Goedicke's work inspired me. He will be missed.

Marsia

Marsia B

February 27, 2015

Possa tu passeggiare in vera pace sui sentieri sacri del regno della morte sui quali un imakhu abitualmente cammina. Possa inoltre tu ascendere al Grande Dio, Sgnore del cielo, per ottenere la pacificazione e raggiungere la beatitudine.
Marco Chioffi e Giuliana Rigamonti

Marco e Giuliana Chioffi Rigamonti

February 27, 2015

I am Jose M. Serrano, from the University of Sevilla (Spain). Some years ago, I had the good chance to assist to the lessons of H. Goedicke in Madrid. It was an unforgettable experience. Goedicke was a most essential figure in Egyptology, and we will be always indebted to him for his prolific research work, and for his new views and stimulanting interpretations on the problems of the Pharaonic Civilization. My sincere condolences to his family, relatives and disciples

Jose M. Serrano

February 27, 2015

Dear Lucy -- Please accept my condolences on the death of Hans. As a young Egyptology student at Johns Hopkins more than 20 years ago, he had a formative influence on me, and I remember many evenings of hospitality and conversation at your home. One thing that Hans always made his students and colleagues do was think -- which is the most important thing a scholar can do! He will be missed.

Very best wishes,

Steve

Steve Vinson

February 27, 2015

Dear Lucy, it's a great shock for all your friends, and must be the more for you. All our best wishes and compassionate feelings for you! I have lost a true friend of nearly a life-time.

Helmut Satzinger

February 27, 2015

Our condolences and sincere expressions of sympathy.

Robert Steven Bianchi

February 27, 2015

This is Cristina Pino, one of the many Spanish friends of Hans. Some years ago, I had the immense fortune to become his student when he came to Madrid. I just know the sad news about his decease, and I would like to express my deepest condolences to his family. He will remain in my memory for ever

Cristina Pino

February 27, 2015

My condolences to the family of Dr. Prof. Hans G. Goedicke. I never had the opportunity to meet him and know him personally. But he has always been a model in my research activities and the first to offer help and support in a research of mine, when nobody believed in it. A research - now published - that has provided the field with one of the most relevant historical texts of the Old Kingdom. I am deeply grateful to him.

Michele Marcolin

February 27, 2015

My sincer condolences to the family, relatives and colleagues of prof. Hans Goedicke, from who I've several books in my library,
William, Schiffer
24, rue des graniums
7010 Ghlin (Belgium)

February 27, 2015

Dr. Goedicke used to come up to Toronto every fall for the SSEA Conference. A paper he gave on Scholars' Day was the first serious Egyptological talk i'd ever heard. At the time, i hardly understood the issues he was discussing, but i determined to study so that i'd be better prepared for his next talk. I was never disappointed. His erudition was matched by his kindness and generosity to students.

Gayle Gibson

February 27, 2015

Dr. Goedicke was such a gentleman, so kind and happy. I enjoyed talking with him on a variety of subjects. He loved his family and you were so good to him. This sweet, wonderful man will be missed.

Christa Mason

February 27, 2015

What wonderful neighbors Hans and Lucy were to us on Cloverhill Road. We remember warm hospitality, good wine, much laughter, and beautiful azaleas.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Malcolm and Margarete P. Warwick

February 27, 2015

Dear Lucy, dear family Shane,

it was so sad to hear about the death of Hans. He was such a good friend and mentor for my husband Matthias and me. I still can hear his voice in my ear and the stimulating discussions with him. My colleagues and friends will miss him a lot, because Hans is not replaceable. We will never forget him.
Dear Lucy: May the sorrow you feel in your heart lighten by the love that surrounds you.

Love
Yours Regine

Regine Schulz

February 27, 2015

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