Deaths in February 2016 Facts for Kids

This page lists some of the notable people who passed away in February 2016. These individuals were famous or important for their work in different fields, like acting, music, sports, or politics.

We remember them for their contributions and the impact they had on the world. This list includes their name, age, what they were known for, and sometimes the cause of their death, along with a source for the information.

February

Bob Elliott (1923–2016)

Maurice White (1941–2016)

Eddy Wally (1932–2016)

Roger Willemsen (1955-2016)

Amelia Bence (1914–2016)

Sushil Koirala (1939–2016)

Kevin Randleman (1971–2016)

Antonin Scalia (1936–2016)

George Gaynes (1917-2016)

Boutros Boutros-Ghali (1922-2016)

Harper Lee (1926-2016)

Umberto Eco (1932-2016)

Eric Brown (1919-2016)

François Dupeyron (1950-2016)

Don Getty (1933-2016)

George Kennedy (1925-2016)

February 1: Remembering Key Figures

Óscar Humberto Mejía Victores, 85, was a military officer and former President of Guatemala. He passed away from Parkinson's disease.
Paul Pholeros, 62, was an Australian architect known for his work. He died from cancer.

February 2: Tributes to Entertainers

Bob Elliott, 92, was an American comedian, famous as half of the duo "Bob and Ray." He also acted in TV shows like Get a Life. He died from throat cancer.
Luiz Felipe Lampreia, 74, was a Brazilian diplomat and sociologist. He passed away due to a heart attack.

February 3: Voices and Athletes Remembered

Joe Alaskey, 63, was an American voice actor. He lent his voice to characters in Looney Tunes, Rugrats, and Casper. He died from cancer.
Big Kap, 45, was an American hip hop DJ, known for his work at the Tunnel nightclub. He passed away from a heart attack.
Mark Farren, 33, was an Irish football player for Derry City. He died from cancer.
Balram Jakhar, 92, was an Indian politician who served as Speaker of the Lok Sabha. He passed away due to complications from pneumonia.

February 4: Astronauts and Musicians

Edgar Mitchell, 85, was an American astronaut on Apollo 14. He was the sixth person to walk on the moon. He died from complications of kidney cancer.
Maurice White, 74, was an American singer-songwriter and musician. He was a founding member of the band Earth, Wind & Fire and sang hits like "September". He passed away from complications of Parkinson's disease.

February 6: A Belgian Singing Star

Eddy Wally, 83, was a popular Belgian singer. He died from a cerebral hemorrhage.

February 7: A German Writer and TV Host

Roger Willemsen, 60, was a well-known German writer, essayist, and TV presenter. He passed away from pancreatic cancer.

February 8: Argentine Actress and More

Amelia Bence, 101, was an Argentine actress who starred in films like The Gaucho War. She died from congestive heart failure.
Violette Verdy, 82, was a famous French ballerina. She passed away due to heart failure.

February 9: Leaders and Politicians

Sushil Koirala, 76, was a Nepalese politician and former Prime Minister of Nepal. He died from pneumonia.

February 11: A Mixed Martial Arts Champion

Kevin Randleman, 44, was an American mixed martial artist. He was a UFC Heavyweight Champion. He passed away from pneumonia and heart failure.

February 13: A Supreme Court Justice and Mathematician

Antonin Scalia, 79, was an American judge. He served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. He died from a heart attack.
Sir Christopher Zeeman, 91, was a notable British mathematician. He passed away due to respiratory failure.

February 15: Beloved Actors and Authors

George Gaynes, 98, was an American actor. He was known for his roles in Police Academy, Punky Brewster, and Tootsie.
Salman Natour, 67, was an Israeli-born Palestinian author. He passed away from a heart attack.

February 16: A Former UN Secretary-General

Boutros Boutros-Ghali, 93, was an Egyptian politician and diplomat. He served as the Secretary-General of the United Nations. He passed away from complications of a broken pelvis.

February 19: Literary Giants and Philosophers

Umberto Eco, 84, was an Italian philosopher and novelist. He wrote famous books like The Name of the Rose. He died from pancreatic cancer.
Harper Lee, 89, was an American writer. She is best known for her classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird.

February 21: A Record-Setting Pilot

Eric Brown, 97, was a Scottish World War II test pilot. He held the world record for the most aircraft carrier landings. He died from pneumonia.

February 22: Computer Pioneers and Cinematographers

Wesley A. Clark, 88, was an American computer engineer. He helped create the first minicomputer. He passed away from complications of a stroke.
Douglas Slocombe, 103, was a British cinematographer. He worked on films like Indiana Jones and The Lion in Winter. He died from complications of a fall.

February 25: Actors and Film Editors

Tony Burton, 78, was an American actor, comedian, and boxer. He was known for his role in the Rocky movies. He died from complications of pneumonia.
François Dupeyron, 65, was a French movie director and screenwriter. He passed away from a heart attack.

February 26: Canadian Leaders and Athletes

Don Getty, 82, was a Canadian politician and former Premier of Alberta. He was also a football player. He passed away from heart failure.

February 28: An Oscar-Winning Actor

George Kennedy, 91, was an American actor. He won an Oscar for his role in Cool Hand Luke. He also appeared in The Naked Gun and Airport. He died from heart disease.

February 29: Authors and Police Officers

Louise Rennison, 64, was a British author, famous for her "Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging" series. She died from cancer.

Deaths in February 2016 facts for kids

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