Jump for June Pointer

June Pointer (1953–2006) was the youngest of the Pointer Sisters—and she was the first of the famous singing sisters to pass away.

John Geils Jr. (1946–2017), J. Geils Band leader

Founded the J. Geils Band that made the hits "Freeze Frame" and "Centerfold."

Dorothy Mengering (1921 - 2017), cookbook author and David Letterman's mom

A cookbook author, Dorothy Mengering was known better for her appearances on her son David Letterman's late-night talk show.

Toby Smith (1970–2017), Jamiroquai co-founder

Editor's note: Smith's date of death was later clarified to have been April 11, 2017.

Mitzi Shore (1930 – 2018), owner of the Comedy Store in Los Angeles

Comedians such as Robin Williams made a name for themselves at the influential club…

Ian Cognito (1958–2019), comedian died on stage during stand-up routine

The British comic had been compared to Lenny Bruce.

Colby Cave (1994–2020), Edmonton Oilers center

Colby Cave was an NHL player with the Edmonton Oilers and the Boston Bruins. At the time of his death, he was a center for the Oilers.

Arne Wilhelmsen (1929–2020), Royal Caribbean Cruises co-founder

Arne Wilhelmsen was a Norwegian businessman who co-founded Royal Caribbean Cruises and helped shape the cruise industry.

Ruth Mandel (1938–2020), leading advocate for women in politics

Ruth Mandel was a leading advocate for women in politics and Holocaust survivor who was the former Vice Chair of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council.

Joseph Siravo (1955–2021), “The Sopranos” star

Joseph Siravo was an actor known for roles including Giovanni “Johnny Boy” Soprano on HBO’s “The Sopranos.”

Gerren Taylor (1990–2021), model and “Baldwin Hills” star

Gerren Taylor was a model and entrepreneur who starred on the BET reality series “Baldwin Hills.”

Carol Locatell (1940–2023), Friday the 13th: A New Beginning star

Carol Locatell was an actress who stole the show in her scenes as Ethel in “Friday the 13th: A New Beginning.”

Meg Bennett (1948–2024), The Young and the Restless actress and writer 

Meg Bennett was an actress and screenwriter on such soap operas as “The Young and the Restless,” “General Hospital,” and “Santa Barbara.”