News Obituaries: Lives Lost to COVID-19

Henry Grimes was a legendary free jazz bassist who played with many greats including Sonny Rollins.    Died: Wednesday, April 15, 2020. (Who else died on April 15?)  Died at the age …

Lazier was the father of drivers Buddy Lazier and Jacques Lazier.

Clayton was also a sound engineer and producer for Grammy-winning English reggae band Steel Pulse.

Daviau frequently worked with Steven Spielberg and was a five-time Oscar nominee.

Lee Konitz, legendary saxophonist who played on “Birth of the Cool,” died Wednesday of complications from coronavirus at 92.    Died: Wednesday, April 15, 2020. (Who else died on April 15?)  Details of Death: Died at the age of 92 of complication from …

May was the voice of Peppy Hare in Star Fox 64, whose signature line became a popular meme: “Do a barrel roll!”

Ceybil Jefferies was a singer known for the 1990s house music hits “Love So Special” and “Open Your Heart.” She was a New York City underground dance music legend who used different stage names during her …

Sullivan was an animator on modern Disney classics including “The Lion King” and “Pocahontas.”

The strain of low-THC, high-CBD cannabis used to relieve Figi’s epilepsy was named after her: Charlotte’s Web.

The highly recognizable character actor often played nervous criminals and corrupt businessmen.