Tucson, Arizona
1932 - 2022
William was born on April 5, 1932, in Derby, Connecticut to William C. Tifft and Marguerite Howe (Hubbell) Tifft. By early 1942 in fourth grade, he knew that he wanted to pursue a life of scientific discovery which would later turn a sharp focus on the area of astronomy. He built his first...
Read MoreBill and Janet spent a lovely summer in Green Bank at the Green Bank Observatory. I had the pleasure of living next door to them in the Rabbit Patch. they were both so kind to us. I am so sorry I am late with condolences. Mali Minter
Mali Minter
November 22, 2025 | Friend
He was my uncle. I loved him Janet and family very much. He was a outlaw, Maverick, and a brave man. For the stance he took with his work. His wife was a incredible smart and talented painter. I miss them both. And Patty as well. Hello to the rest of the family. Of course I'm late again.
Mark Lindner
May 23, 2024 | Family
I worked for dr tifft summer of 68; great guy. Very creative. I liked his redshift work. I went on to be roof of physics at u Alaska but now live in Tucson. Call me 9073781734. My condolences. Great guy
Glenn shaw
March 06, 2024 | School
I´m just learning about his wonderful work and how it relates to my cosmic origin / original Star seed family. Even the names William and Patricia. Fascinating! Thank you for your service and rest in peace.
Patricia Hahnenberg
December 28, 2023 | Family
