Interesting, overlooked, and significant obituaries from around the world, as they happen, emphasizing the positive achievements of those who have died. Member, Society of Professional Obituary Writers.
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
Forrest Bird
Doctor, researcher, and inventor -- via the New York Times. Best known for creating ventilators and respirators that saved thousands of lives. Also an active aviator, inspired by his father, a WWI combat pilot, and by meeting Orville Wright. Single-handedly eliminated the iron lung. Also innovated with medivac procedures in the Vietnam War, saving more lives.
