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SUSANNE HUMPHREY Obituary
SUSANNE MARGUERITE HUMPHREY (Age 74)
On Tuesday, January 8, 2019, of Wheaton, MD. Beloved wife of the late Andrew Clifton Humphrey Sr., mother of Andrew Clifton Humphrey, Jr., grandmother of Andrew Clifton Humphrey III. Pioneer in computer information retrieval, database indexing and knowledge-based expert systems, a precursor to present-day online search engines, and co-author of "Databases: A Primer for Retrieving Information by Computer," 1986. Also survived by loving relatives and friends. Visitation in the chapel at Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E Street SE, Washington, DC, 10 a.m. ET Tuesday, January 15, where funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. ET with interment to follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rothman Institute at Jefferson, Union of Concerned Scientists, and Center for Engineering Diversity and Outreach at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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for SUSANNE HUMPHREY
Nancy Cox
February 2, 2019
I am so saddened to hear of Susanne's death. We worked together for many years at the National Library of Medicine. My thoughts and prayers are for her family.
Sonya Shooshan
January 23, 2019
Andrew, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Your mother always spoke so fondly of you. She was a valued researcher at NLM, and we enjoyed working with her.
Joe Lustig
January 21, 2019
We fondly remember sharing in family celebrations with Susanne, including Thanksgiving, Passover Seders, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and weddings. She was a constant, welcome presence at these happy occasions. Her memory is a blessing.
Nancy Roderer
January 17, 2019
Her death is such a loss, in many ways. I knew Susanne through her work in information retrieval, where she was a wonderful resource always willing to be of help.
Paul Gross
January 17, 2019
Andrew - was so very sorry to hear the news. I only met your mom once, but instantly saw what a sweet lady she was. I pray that your current grief during this difficult time is soon replaced by warm memories of happy times past.
Western High School,Class of 1961
January 16, 2019
We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to you, Andrew, and your family at this sad time
Judy Lantz
January 16, 2019
Andrew,
I remember your Mom from your childhood in Wheaton, I being the mother of Gregory Caswell, your friend. I send you my sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved mother.
Shelbey Roberts
January 15, 2019
Andrew, my heart is with you and your family as you work to find strength in the midst of this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kimblyn Persaud
January 15, 2019
Andrew, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
January 15, 2019
Andrew, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Karen Steely
January 15, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. Susanne was a respected researcher at the National Library of Medicine's Lister Hill Center. We admired her work and enjoyed working with her.
Joan Rubin and PJ Ryan
January 15, 2019
With great sadness for your loss. A quiet strong woman who was a pleasure to be with and work with in our neighborhood association. She will be
Very much missed.
Guy Divita
January 15, 2019
Susanne was the quintessential researcher at NLM even through her retirement. We remember and hope to emulate her attention to detail and her brilliant insights. She was an amazing colleague with quirky interests that she shared tidbits and updates with us from time to time. She is remembered fondly by all of us who had the honor to be around her.
Regina Somerville
January 15, 2019
Andrew,
Sorry to hear about your loss, and ours. We will surely miss her at our Scrabble game. You were the light of her life--be a
bright light to others.
Chris Lu
January 15, 2019
I am really sorry to hear the bad news and your loss. Susanne was a very nice and respected lady. I will miss her very much. Please know that my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care!
Mehmet Kayaalp
January 14, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss, for our loss. We will miss her very much but cherish the memories that we had together.
Chuck Gaidica
January 14, 2019
So sorry for your loss! Having just lost my dad a week ago I understand how difficult a time this can be. Please know that I am praying for you.
Susan Burke
January 14, 2019
Andrew - So very sorry to learn of your mother's passing. She and I were friends from elementary school years through high school and college years and afterwards. I remember her mother, your grandmother, so well as she was during the 1960's. I remember you as a six year old.
She was always so proud of you.
Condolences to you and your family.
Susan (Mower) Burke
Yvonne Scott
January 14, 2019
Andrew,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of your mother. She and I were friends for many years and I will sorely miss her. Stay strong
Beverly Simpkins
January 13, 2019
So sorry to hear of your loss. My love and thoughts are with you.
Aunt Bev
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