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SEYMOUR HOWARD Obituary

HOWARD--Seymour. Beloved art historian Seymour Howard died peacefully in Davis, CA on August 4th, 2018 after a long fight with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia. Born in Chicago on January 20th, 1928, he earned a Ph.D from the University of Chicago, married Ilia Goebel, and began his career at the University of California at Davis in 1958. Seymour and Ilia were married for 53 years before her death in September, 2012 and raised two daughters, Catherine and Sarah. Prof. Howard lectured and consulted internationally, exhibited as a studio artist, and taught at UCD for 50 years, garnering praise from intellectual giants such as Ernest Gombrich and Vincent Scully. He is survived by his two daughters, his work, and thousands of students whose lives were changed by his brilliant teaching and inspiration. He will be missed by all who knew him. A partial list of Professor Howard's professional interests and publications is on The UCD Art History Department website: http://arts.ucdavis.edu/ faculty-profile/seymour- howard-1928-2018 A celebration of Seymour Howard's life and work will be held January13th 2019. If you would like to speak or have your thoughts about Seymour shared that day, please send your message to [email protected]

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Published by New York Times on Dec. 16, 2018.

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Merrie Howard

April 12, 2025

Very sorry for your loss. I´m wondering if he´s a relative. Was his father´s name Seymour as well - from Victoria, Canada?

Bean

July 4, 2020

Saw him in his last few years, as Sarah knows. Confused but still Seymour. He was enjoying his Tai Chi with G.T. Love to you and Catherine---- Mary Bean

Fernando Valdez

May 28, 2019

Rest in peace Professor Howard. It was my distinct pleasure to meet Seymour while a student at UC Davis. I was inspired by his approachability and his breathtaking scope of knowledge. The confidence he showed in me I will never forget. I honor the time on this physical plane we shared on our journeys Seymour. Namaste.
Faithfully your student, Fernando

December 15, 2018

My condolences go to the family as you cope with the loss of your dear loved one. Memories of special moments, conversations, and valuable lessons learned can all be sources of comfort. May you also receive much love and support now and in the days ahead.

(Deuteronomy 32:7)

N J

December 15, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss.
May you receive strength and comfort from God. He will make you firm, He will make you strong, He will firmly ground you.' -1 Peter 5:10

December 15, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and comfort from God. "He will make you firm, he will make you strong, he will firmly ground you." - 1Peter 5:10

Z L

December 15, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

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