Remembering Sam Eletr, scientist whose work helped analyze DNA and sequence the human genome
The Egypt-born scientist founded several leading biotech companies, including Applied Biosystems, which developed a DNA sequencer and tools that enabled advancements in biology and medicine.
Remembering David Biale, one of the world’s great Jewish historians
A cherished friend and mentor, Biale’s scholarly inquiry ranged from Jewish secularism and Hasidism to sex and power in Jewish history.
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With obituaries, we share Berkeley’s history through the people who lived it
Berkeleyside has published free obituaries written by members of the community for over 13 years. Here’s why.
Remembering Coille Hooven, Berkeley ceramicist whose work ranged from fine art to holiday ornaments
Hooven raised two children as a professional artist, exhibiting in such places as the De Young Museum in San Francisco while also distributing plates and china pieces at Macy’s and selling to neighbors who lined up around the block for her studio sales.
Former Councilmember Max Anderson championed South Berkeley, racial equity
Anderson was a three-term South Berkeley councilmember, Vietnam War veteran and lifelong activist known for championing local issues in a national context.
Remembering Kenneth Christian Becker, Berkeley native who loved skiing, the SF Giants and The Doors
Becker graduated from Berkeley High School in 1968, and earned a business degree from Southern Oregon University in 1975.
Remembering Frederick Crews, retired UC Berkeley English department chair and prominent Freud critic
Crews’ works were aimed at puncturing pretense and advancing the cause of rational, evidence-based discourse.
Remembering Debra Jean Crider with a letter from her sister
Jody Rivera writes that her sister accepted her as no one else had, despite racial and other differences.
Remembering Howard Sutherland, whose handbook was considered the bicycle mechanic’s bible
Sutherland set out to help bicycle shops run more efficiently in order to help more people enjoy cycling.