Vilmos-Zsigmond-Obituary

Vilmos Zsigmond

1930 - 2016 (Age 85)

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DIED
January 1, 2016
AGE
85

Obituary

Cinematographer Vilmos Zsigmond, winner of an Oscar for his achievements on "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" has died at 85. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May our Heavenly Father provide strength and comfort to your family during this time of grief. "For he is near to those broken at heart ". Ps 34:17,18.

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family for your loss.He was a wonderful talent and was very devoted towards his work.
May you find strenght and comfort through the memories you shared together.
Sincerely,
Laszlo Kalman
Consul General of Hungary

To the Family and Friends of Vilmos Zsigmond: Consider all Vilmos' accomplishments as cherished blessings from God. Treasure the promise of future blessings found at John 6:40. My deepest sympathy for your loss!

With Vilmos at a technical presentation he made in Los Angeles.

My sincerest condolences go out to the Zsigmond family. Vimos was a great man who was always willing to pass his knowledge along to future generations. I enjoyed many special moments with him and his family; enough to feel like a member. Though it has been awhile since I last saw him, I had been looking forward to a day when I could attend his cinematography school. He will be sincerely missed by all who knew him.

My deepest sympathies to the Zsigmond family for the loss of Vilmos. May God's Word help you through this time of mourning. (Isa. 41:10,13)

Farewell to an amazing talent. His wonderful body of work will remain as his legacy. Condolences to his family, friends & associates. May he rest in eternal peace.

I worked with Mr. Zsigmond on a couple of films, he was an amazing talent. He'll be missed.

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.