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He was born in Kingston, N. Y., Sept. 14, 1929, the son of the Rev. Carl Romoser and his wife, Alva Romoser, née Becker.
He studied at Rutgers University and the University of Chicago, receiving master's and doctoral degrees from the latter with a major in political science and a minor in cultural history. He studied with, among others, Arnold Bergstraesser, Hans J. Morgenthau and Leo Strauss.
In addition to the University of New Hampshire, he also taught at Ohio State University, Connecticut College, Johns Hopkins University School for Advanced International Studies (Bologna, Italy), the Universities of Mainz (Germany), Munich (Germany), Mannheim (Germany), Freiburg (Germany), Bowdoin College and the University of Pennsylvania.
His publications include studies on the German resistance to the Nazi regime in the Third Reich, on the "conservative revolution" of the Weimar period in Germany, on political thought in the 20th century, on Heidegger and Politics, and more recently, on West German Politics in the '80s and '90s.
He was the co-founder and longtime chairman of the Conference Group on German Politics, an independent national organization of scholars interested in German affairs.
He initiated and administered Internship programs for non-German graduate students in the German Parliament and various state parliaments. These advanced study programs, designated "Émigré Memorial Internship Programs" in honor of the contributions of emigrants from Europe during the Nazi era, have enabled some 300 seniors and graduate students to pursue academic or other professional work related to German affairs.
For the New Hampshire Council on the Humanities, he was co-director of the project "Portsmouth at the Crossroads," concentrating on citizen perceptions of development and change during the 1980s.
George was known for his wit, curiosity and love of travel.
He is survived by his wife, Mechthild (von Tresckow); his daughters, Alexandra Boudette and Valerie Manchester; two sons-in-law, five grandchildren, nephews and nieces.
A memorial service will be held on Feb. 12, at 4 p.m. at the Community Church in Durham, N. H.
In lieu of flowers, donations for a scholarship fund for political Science students are welcome (checks made out to "UNH Foundation," (in memo: Caroline Gross Prize in memory of G.K. Romoser). Send to University Advancement, Elliot Alumni Center, 9 Edgewood Road, Durham, N. H. 03824.
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Debbie Nau Curtis
February 11, 2011
Mrs Ramoser,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your husband. I always enjoyed babysitting for your daughters May God be with you and the Girls in this sad times.
Debbie Nau Curtis
Lorraine Mechem
February 9, 2011
I always enjoyed George's visits to the bookstore. His whimsical outlook on people and politics provided a never-ending source of amusement. His good luck charm from Korea is still hanging on the wall here and will keep him in my memories at Durham Book Exchange.
February 8, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Romoser. I have very fond memories of him from the time that I was about 8. He spent ample time at our house as a colleague of my Father- Professor Gordon. Mr. Romoser was always a friendly face and had a comforting way about him. I enjoyed many conversations about his apple trees and as a youngster- enjoyed many of his apples. We will miss him dearly and send our deepest condolences to Meche and his Family. Daniel Gordon, Amy Trafton and Children- Laurel and Evan. (Durham, NH.)
February 7, 2011
Dear Meche and family members We just heard that George passed away and want to send our deep sympathy to all of you. Fondly Jo and Ed Carpenter
Stefanie (Baglivo) Dobben
February 7, 2011
I was a friend of Alex's in high school. My sympathies to her and her family.
Jim Farr
February 5, 2011
My sincere condolences to the entire Romoser family at this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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