Deaths in December 2020

The following is a list of notable deaths in December 2020.

Entries for each day are listed alphabetically by surname. A typical entry lists information in the following sequence:

Name, age, country of citizenship at birth, subsequent country of citizenship (if applicable), reason for notability, cause of death (if known), and reference.

December 2020

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Loris Abate, 92, Italian jewellery designer.[https://www.quotidiano.net/sport/addio-a-loris-abate-i-suoi-cavalli-per-i-grandi-campioni-1.5776031 Addio a Loris Abate, i suoi cavalli per i grandi campioni] {{in lang|it}}
Norman Abramson, 88, American engineer and computer scientist, developer of ALOHAnet, skin cancer.[https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2020/12/04/in-memoriam-norman-abramson/ In memoriam: Professor Emeritus, ALOHAnet co-founder Norman Abramson]
Faustino Amiano, 76, Spanish Olympic coxswain (1960).[https://canales.diariovasco.com/esquelas/diario/2020-12-02/faustino-amiano-calvo-7764334.htm Faustino Amiano Calvo] {{in lang|es}}
G. Ross Anderson, 91, American jurist, judge of the U.S. District Court for South Carolina (1980–2009).[https://eu.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/local/south-carolina/2020/12/01/south-carolina-federal-judge-g-ross-anderson-has-died/6476571002/ South Carolina federal Judge G. Ross Anderson has died]
Hasna Begum, 85, Bangladeshi philosopher and feminist, COVID-19.[https://www.thedailystar.net/country/news/eminent-philosopher-prof-hasna-begum-dies-covid-19-2004149 Eminent philosopher Prof Hasna Begum dies of Covid-19]
June Rose Bellamy, 88, Burmese aristocrat and socialite, first lady (1976–1977).[https://www.clarin.com/agencias/ansa-birmania-murio-princesa-june-rose-bellamy_0_ICVaYdTbpV.html Birmania: Murió la princesa June Rose Bellamy] {{in lang|es}}
Abhay Bharadwaj, 66, Indian politician, MP (since 2020), COVID-19.[https://newsd.in/gujarat-rajya-sabha-mp-abhay-bharadwaj-passes-away-pm-modi-condoles-his-death/ Gujarat Rajya Sabha MP Abhay Bharadwaj passes away, PM Modi condoles his death]
Keith Buckley, 79, English actor (Dr. Phibes Rises Again, The Eagle Has Landed, Sky Bandits).[https://web.archive.org/web/20210704150017/https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hebdenbridgetimes-uk/obituary.aspx?pid=197604891 Keith Buckley]
Russell Catley, 47, English cricketer (Suffolk), brain cancer.[https://www.eadt.co.uk/sport/former-suffolk-cricketer-catley-dies-6754100 Shock at death of former Suffolk cricketer - aged just 47]
Jean Cottard, 94, French fencer and fencing master.[https://www.lequipe.fr/Escrime/Actualites/Maitre-jean-cottard-est-mort/1200622 Maître Jean Cottard est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Eric Engstrom, 55, American software engineer (DirectX), hepatotoxicity.[https://venturebeat.com/2020/12/07/friends-remember-microsoft-renegade-eric-engstrom-who-suggested-a-directx-console/ Friends remember Microsoft renegade Eric Engstrom, who suggested a DirectX console]
Todd Gibson, 83, American racing driver.[https://speedsport.com/racing-nation/midwest/ohio-open-wheel-ace-todd-gibson-83/ Ohio Open-Wheel Ace Todd Wilson, 83]
Judy Gordon, 72, Canadian politician, member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta (1993–2004).[https://www.arbormemorial.ca/reddeer/obituaries/judy-gordon/59104 Judy Gordon]
Luciano Guerzoni, 82, Italian politician, deputy (1983–1992, 1994–1996).[https://www.lapressa.it/articoli/societa/modena-morto-lex-deputato-e-sottosegretario-luciano-guerzoni Modena, è morto l'ex deputato e sottosegretario Luciano Guerzoni] {{in lang|it}}
Juan Hormaechea, 81, Spanish politician, president of Cantabria (1987–1990, 1991–1995) and mayor of Santander (1977–1987).[https://www.elmundo.es/espana/2020/12/01/5fc61565fdddffdd018b45d3.html Muere a los 81 años Juan Hormaechea, presidente de Cantabria entre 1987 y 1995] {{in lang|es}}
Maria Itkina, 88, Russian Olympic runner (1956, 1960, 1964).[https://yandex.ru/turbo/euroradio.fm/s/ru/na-89-m-godu-zhizni-skonchalas-legendarnaya-begunya-mariya-itkina На 89-м году жизни скончалась легендарная бегунья Мария Иткина] {{in lang|ru}}
Nina Ivanova, 86, Russian actress (Once There Was a Girl, Spring on Zarechnaya Street, There Is Such a Lad).[https://ria.ru/20201202/obschestvo-1587362311.html Умерла актриса Нина Иванова, сыгравшая в фильме "Весна на Заречной улице"] {{in lang|ru}}
Brian Kerr, Baron Kerr of Tonaghmore, 72, British jurist, lord chief justice of Northern Ireland (2004–2009) and justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom (2009–2020).[https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-55143670 Lord Kerr of Tonaghmore: Former Supreme Court judge dies at 72]
Mana Kinjo, 24, Japanese actress (Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201204222934/https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/88a6633cb2f12c63a0a6d1da69eeefcb169d26c6 金城茉奈さん死去　リュウソウジャー出演　25歳] {{in lang|ja}}
Jean-Pierre Lola Kisanga, 51, Congolese politician, COVID-19.[https://www.radiookapi.net/2020/12/01/actualite/politique/rdc-le-senateur-lola-kisanga-est-decede RDC : le sénateur Lola Kisanga est décédé] {{in lang|fr}}
Paul Kishindo, 68, Malawian sociologist.[https://www.faceofmalawi.com/2020/12/02/professor-kishindo-dies/ Professor Kishindo dies]
Evelyn Konou, 72, Marshallese politician.[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/honolulu-hi/evelyn-konou-9943178 Evelyn Konou]
Frank Kramer, 73, Dutch footballer (FC Volendam, Telstar), television presenter and football commentator.[https://www.nu.nl/media/6094127/presentator-en-oud-voetballer-frank-kramer-op-73-jarige-leeftijd-overleden.html Presentator en oud-voetballer Frank Kramer op 73-jarige leeftijd overleden] {{in lang|nl}}
Li Guanxing, 80, Chinese nuclear material engineer, member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.[https://www.thepaper.cn/newsDetail_forward_10215591 核材料专家李冠兴院士逝世，共和国今年已送别36位两院院士] {{in lang|zh}}
Eduardo Lourenço, 97, Portuguese philosopher and writer.[https://www.publico.pt/2020/12/01/culturaipsilon/noticia/morreu-ensaista-eduardo-lourenco-1941319 Morreu Eduardo Lourenço, gigante do pensamento português] {{in lang|pt}}
Mohammad Maleki, 87, Iranian academic, chancellor of the University of Tehran (1979).[https://www.radiofarda.com/a/30979697.html محمد ملکی، اولین رئیس دانشگاه تهران پس از ۵۷، درگذشت] {{in lang|fa}}
Denis Menke, 80, American baseball player (Milwaukee / Atlanta Braves, Houston Astros, Cincinnati Reds).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201208075517/http://www.algonaradio.com/2020/12/kossuth-county-baseball-legend-denis-menke-has-died/ Kossuth County Baseball Legend Denis Menke has Died]
Leonardo Fernandes Moreira, 46, Brazilian politician, Minas Gerais MLA (2003–2011), heart attack.[https://www.em.com.br/app/noticia/politica/2020/12/01/interna_politica,1216293/morre-ex-deputado-leonardo-moreira-dono-de-castelo-herdado-do-pai.shtml Morre ex-deputado Leonardo Moreira, dono de castelo herdado do pai] {{in lang|pt}}
Nomula Narsimhaiah, 64, Indian politician, Telangana MLA (since 2018), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/trs-lawmaker-nomula-narasimhaiah-dies-of-cardiac-arrest-after-post-covid-19-complications/story-uzByle8xJiTJ1tjUmS6CiK.html TRS lawmaker Nomula Narasimhaiah dies of cardiac arrest after post-Covid-19 complications]
Timoteo Ofrasio, 72, Filipino Jesuit priest and liturgist, COVID-19.[https://mb.com.ph/2020/12/03/noted-lyricist-succumbs-to-covid-19/ Noted lyricist succumbs to Covid-19]
Thelma Pepper, 100, Canadian artist.[https://necrocanada.com/deces-2020/thelmapepper-1920-2020/ Thelma Pepper 1920 2020]
Thomas Morrow Reavley, 99, American politician and jurist, secretary of state of Texas (1955–1957) and judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit (since 1979).{{Cite web |url=https://www.lmtonline.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Thomas-Reavley-federal-judge-and-friend-of-LBJ-15766184.php |title=Thomas Reavley, federal judge and friend of LBJ, dies at 99 in Houston |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-01 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201201173957/https://www.lmtonline.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Thomas-Reavley-federal-judge-and-friend-of-LBJ-15766184.php |url-status=dead }}
Arnie Robinson, 72, American athlete, Olympic champion (1976), COVID-19.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/78961 Arnie Robinson]
Erlend Rian, 79, Norwegian politician, mayor of Tromsø (1980–1995).[https://www.abcnyheter.no/nyheter/politikk/2020/12/01/195723660/erlend-rian-er-dod Erlend Rian er død] {{in lang|no}}
Alan Sanchez, 32, American soccer player (Real Maryland, Charlotte Eagles).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/fort-lauderdale-fl/alan-sanchez-9930294 Alan Cristobal Sanchez]
Tommy Sandt, 69, American baseball player (Oakland Athletics) and coach (Pittsburgh Pirates).[https://www.oregonlive.com/sports/2020/12/former-major-league-baseball-player-coach-and-longtime-portland-beaver-tommy-sandt-dies-at-age-69.html Former Major League Baseball player, coach and longtime Portland Beaver Tommy Sandt dies at age 69]
Kelvin Scarborough, 56, American basketball player (New Mexico Lobos).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201223044334/https://www.kob.com/albuquerque-sports/basketball-community-mourns-the-death-of-former-lobo-star-kelvin-scarborough/5940572/ Basketball community mourns the death of former Lobo star Kelvin Scarborough]
Joseph Sledge, 76, American wrongly imprisoned prisoner.[https://www.wwaytv3.com/2021/01/11/man-wrongly-convicted-for-1976-bladen-county-murders-dies/ Man wrongly convicted for 1976 Bladen County murders dies]
Hanna Stadnik, 91, Polish World War II combatant (Warsaw Uprising), acting president of World Association of Home Army Soldiers (since 2020).[https://www.onet.pl/informacje/onetwarszawa/zmarla-hanna-stadnik-bohaterka-powstania-warszawskiego/6h1gxjm,79cfc278 Zmarła Hanna Stadnik, bohaterka Powstania Warszawskiego] {{in lang|pl}}
Henri Teissier, 91, French-Algerian Roman Catholic prelate, archbishop of Algiers (1988–2008), stroke.[https://www.la-croix.com/Religion/Mort-Mgr-Henri-Teissier-archeveque-emerite-dAlger-2020-12-01-1201127575 Mort de Mgr Henri Teissier, une vie au service de l’Algérie] {{in lang|fr}}
Sol Tolchinsky, 91, Canadian Olympic basketball player (1948), complications of COVID-19.[https://montrealgazette.remembering.ca/obituary/sol-tolchinsky-1081061321 Sol Tolchinsky]
Raymond Wolters, 82, American historian.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/delawareonline/obituary.aspx?pid=197277176 Raymond Wolters]

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Mohamed Abarhoun, 31, Moroccan footballer (Moghreb Tétouan, Moreirense, national team), stomach cancer.[https://www.ntvspor.net/futbol/mohamed-abarhoun-31-yasinda-hayatini-kaybetti-5fc755bc9c9f160e0c6e38eb Mohamed Abarhoun, 31 yaşında hayatını kaybetti] {{in lang|tr}}
Jean René Allard, 90, Canadian politician, member of the Manitoba Legislature (1969–1973).[https://passages.winnipegfreepress.com/passage-details/id-294128/ALLARD_JEAN Jean Rene Allard]
Warren Berlinger, 83, American actor (The Joey Bishop Show, The Cannonball Run, The World According to Garp), cancer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/05/arts/television/warren-berlinger-dead.html Warren Berlinger, Film and Television Character Actor, Dies at 83]
Frank Carney, 82, American entrepreneur, co-founder of Pizza Hut, pneumonia.[https://www.ksn.com/news/local/frank-carney-pizza-hut-co-founder-dies-at-82/ Frank Carney, Pizza Hut co-founder, dies at 82]
Richard Corben, 80, American illustrator and comic book artist, complications from heart surgery.[https://bleedingcool.com/comics/richard-corben-has-died-aged-80-rest-in-peace/ Richard Corben Has Died, Aged 80. Rest In Peace.]
Bronisław Dankowski, 76, Polish politician and trade union activist, member of the Sejm (1997–2005).[https://wiadomosci.radiozet.pl/Polska/Polityka/Bronislaw-Dankowski-nie-zyje.-Byly-posel-SLD-z-Wrzesni-mial-76-lat Nie żyje Bronisław Dankowski. Były poseł SLD miał 76 lat] {{in lang|pl}}
Koba Davitashvili, 49, Georgian politician, MP (1999–2016), ankylosing spondylitis.{[https://web.archive.org/web/20201202120837/http://georgiatoday.ge/news/23216/Former-MP-Koba-Davitashvili-Passed-Away Former MP Koba Davitashvili Passes Away]
Franco Giraldi, 89, Italian film director (Seven Guns for the MacGregors, Sugar Colt, Up the MacGregors!) and screenwriter, COVID-19.[https://www.rainews.it/dl/rainews/articoli/Trieste.-Morto-per-coronavirus-il-regista-Franco-Giraldi-28f42f81-10d0-4c3c-99ac-aac5bcbaf7da.html Trieste. Morto per coronavirus il regista Franco Giraldi] {{in lang|it}}
Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, 94, French politician, president of France and co-prince of Andorra (1974–1981), minister of the economy and finance (1962–1966, 1969–1974), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.europe1.fr/politique/lancien-president-valery-giscard-destaing-est-mort-4009616 L'ancien président Valéry Giscard d'Estaing est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Satpal Gosain, 85, Indian politician, Punjab MLA (1997–2012).[https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/punjab-bjp-leader-former-minister-satpal-gosain-passes-away/1985696 Punjab: BJP leader, former minister Satpal Gosain passes away]
Kazuo Hiramatsu, 73, Japanese accountant, president of the Kwansei Gakuin University (2002–2008).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201204122139/https://www.jiji.com/jc/article?k=2020120400894&g=soc 平松一夫氏死去　学校法人関西学院理事長] {{in lang|ja}}
Zafarullah Khan Jamali, 76, Pakistani politician, prime minister (2002–2004) and chief minister of Balochistan (1988, 1996–1997), heart attack.[https://arynews.tv/en/ex-pm-mir-zafarullah-khan-jamali-passes-away-aged-76/ Ex-PM Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali passes away aged 76]
Rafer Johnson, 86, American athlete and actor (The Sins of Rachel Cade, None but the Brave, Licence to Kill), Olympic champion (1960), complications from a stroke.[http://www.thesportsexaminer.com/athletics-olympic-decathlon-gold-medalist-rafer-johnson-passes-at-85/ Olympic Decathlon gold medalist Rafer Johnson passes at 86]
Kenneth V. Jones, 96, British composer, conductor and music teacher.[https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2021/02/14/kenneth-v-jones-film-composer-organist-orchestra-founder-choir/ Obituary, The Telegraph]
Hugh Keays-Byrne, 73, English-Australian actor (Mad Max: Fury Road, Stone, Farscape).[https://deadline.com/2020/12/hugh-keays-byrne-dead-immortan-joe-mad-max-fury-road-73-1234636623/ Hugh Keays-Byrne Dies: Actor Who Played Immortan Joe In ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ Was 73]
Sergey Kiselnikov, 62, Russian footballer (Dynamo Vologda, Amur Blagoveshchensk).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201218213110/http://vologdaregion.ru/news/2020/12/3/v-vologde-skonchalsya-znamenityy-futbolist-sergey-kisel-nikov В Вологде скончался знаменитый футболист Сергей Кисельников] {{in lang|ru}}
Alanna Knight, 97, British writer.[https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020/dec/17/alanna-knight-obituary Alanna Knight obituary]
Alfred Kucharczyk, 83, Polish Olympic gymnast (1960, 1964), COVID-19.[https://olimpijski.pl/zmarl-alfred-kucharczyk/ Zmarł Alfred Kucharczyk] {{in lang|pl}}
David C. Lewis, 85, American medical researcher.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/bostonglobe/obituary.aspx?pid=197207176 David C. Lewis M.D.]
Karin Lindberg, 91, Swedish gymnast, Olympic champion (1952).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/29097 Karin Lindberg]
Enrique Lingenfelder, 92, Argentine Olympic rower (1948).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/35245 Enrique Lingenfelder]
Geoffrey Massey, 96, Canadian architect, pneumonia.[https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/west-coast-architecture-legend-geoffrey-massey-dies-at-age-96 West Coast architecture legend Geoffrey Massey dies at age 96]
Aldo Moser, 86, Italian racing cyclist, COVID-19.[https://www.corriere.it/sport/20_dicembre_02/covid-morto-aldo-moser-capostipite-una-dinastia-fuoriclasse-ciclismo-e79a8c00-34ac-11eb-b1bc-a76a672bf85e.shtml Covid, morto Aldo Moser, capostipite di una dinastia di fuoriclasse del ciclismo] {{in lang|it}}
Pat Patterson, 79, Canadian-American Hall of Fame professional wrestler (BTW, AWA) and producer (WWF), liver failure.[https://www.newsweek.com/pat-patterson-wwe-booking-genius-dead-1551763 Pat Patterson, Creative Genius Behind WWE Booking, Dead at 79]
Boris Plotnikov, 71, Russian actor (The Ascent, The Cold Summer of 1953, Heart of a Dog), COVID-19.[https://news.mail.ru/society/44391330/?frommail=1 Умер актер Борис Плотников] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201203142610/https://news.mail.ru/society/44391330/?frommail=1 |date=2020-12-03 }} {{in lang|ru}}
Karim Salman, 55, Iraqi Olympic footballer (1988), COVID-19.[https://www.aipsmedia.com/index.html?page=artdetail&art=28894 Iraqi coach dies of coronavirus]
David Sheehan, 82, American reporter, prostate cancer.[https://www.nbclosangeles.com/entertainment/legendary-entertainment-reporter-david-sheehan-passes-away/2475859/ Legendary Entertainment Reporter David Sheehan Passes Away]
Bill Spanswick, 82, American baseball player (Boston Red Sox).[https://patch.com/connecticut/enfield/bill-spanswick-dies-enfields-only-major-league-baseball-player Bill Spanswick Dies; Enfield's Only Major League Baseball Player]
Lalit Surjan, 74, Indian journalist and editor (Deshbandhu), stroke.[https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/chhattisgarh-journalist-lalit-surjan-dies/1986407 Chhattisgarh: journalist Lalit Surjan dies]
Pamela Tiffin, 78, American actress (One, Two, Three, Harper, Summer and Smoke) and model.[https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/pamela-tiffin-actress-in-the-pleasure-seekers-state-fair-and-come-fly-with-me-dies-at-78 Pamela Tiffin, Actress in 'The Pleasure Seekers,' 'State Fair' and 'Come Fly With Me,' Dies at 78]
Bernard Vogler, 85, French historian and academic.[https://www.lalsace.fr/societe/2020/12/03/l-historien-alsacien-bernard-vogler-est-decede L'historien alsacien Bernard Vogler est décédé] {{in lang|fr}}
Walter E. Williams, 84, American economist and academic.[https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/walter-williams-r-i-p/ Walter Williams, R.I.P.]

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Noah Creshevsky, 75, American composer, cancer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/12/arts/music/noah-creshevsky-dead.html Noah Creshevsky, Composer of ‘Hyperreal’ Music, Dies at 75]
Fred DeBernardi, 71, American football player (Kansas City Chiefs) and discus thrower, cancer.[https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/sports/2020/12/10/utep-track-legend-double-national-champion-debernardi-passes-away/3881057001/ UTEP track legend, double national champion DeBernardi passes away]
Bill Fitsell, 97, Canadian sports journalist and historian.[https://www.thewhig.com/news/longtime-journalist-hockey-historian-bill-fitsell-remembered Longtime journalist, hockey historian Bill Fitsell remembered]
Paudie Fitzgerald, 87, Irish racing cyclist.[https://www.radiokerry.ie/kerry-cycling-great-paudie-fitzgerald-passes-away/ Kerry cycling great Paudie Fitzgerald passes away]
Maria Fyfe, 82, Scottish politician, MP (1987–2001).[https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/18917495.tributes-paid-former-labour-mp-maria-fyfe-dies/ Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard leads tributes to former Glasgow MP Maria Fyfe]
André Gagnon, 84, Canadian pianist, composer and conductor, Lewy body dementia.[https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/music/2020/12/03/quebec-pianist-and-composer-andre-gagnon-dies-from-degenerative-disease-at-84.html Quebec pianist and composer Andre Gagnon dies from degenerative disease at 84]
Dharampal Gulati, 97, Indian spice executive, CEO of MDH (since 1959), cardiac arrest.[https://www.deccanherald.com/national/mdhs-mahashay-dharampal-gulati-dies-at-98-922743.html MDH's Mahashay Dharampal Gulati dies at 98]
Dadang Hawari, 80, Indonesian psychiatrist, COVID-19.[https://www.liputan6.com/showbiz/read/4424647/dadang-hawari-psikiater-dan-penceramah-kondang-meninggal-dunia-karena-covid-19 Dadang Hawari, Psikiater dan Penceramah Kondang Meninggal Dunia karena Covid-19] {{in lang|id}}
Mian Muhammad Afzal Hayat, Pakistani politician, chief minister of Punjab (1996–1997).[https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/753516-mian-afzal-hayat-dies Mian Afzal Hayat dies]
Steve Heimkreiter, 63, American football player (Baltimore Colts), cancer.[https://www.floralhillsmemorialgardens.com/obituaries/Steven-Heimkreiter Steven Heimkreiter]
Bill Holmes, 94, English footballer (Blackburn Rovers, Bradford City).[https://www.southportfootballclub.co.uk/players/player-details/?id=1266 Bill Holmes]
Volodymyr Huba, 81, Ukrainian composer and poet.[https://day.kyiv.ua/uk/news/041220-pomer-kompozytor-volodymyr-guba Помер композитор Володимир Губа] {{in lang|uk}}
Kaj Ikast, 84, Danish politician, MF (1993–2005), minister of transport (1990–1993).[https://ekstrabladet.dk/nyheder/samfund/kaj-ikast-er-doed/8387808 Kaj Ikast er død] {{in lang|da}}
Vicente Iborra, 88, Spanish football player (Valencia, Elche) and manager, dementia.[https://www.levante-emv.com/deportes/2020/12/04/muere-vicente-iborra-jugador-elche-valencia-25936934.html Fallece el histórico exjugador del Elche y del Valencia CF Vicente Iborra] {{in lang|es}}
Adil Ismayilov, 63, Azerbaijani lawyer, jurist, and investigator, COVID-19.[https://report.az/hadise/vekil-adil-ismayilov-koronavirusdan-vefat-edib/ Vəkil Adil İsmayılov koronavirusdan vəfat edib] {{in lang|az}}
William King, 90, Canadian politician, member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (1972–1983).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timescolonist/obituary.aspx?n=william-stewart-king-bill&pid=197356115 William Stewart (Bill) King]
Kiptarus Arap Kirior, Kenyan politician, MP (1983–1988, 1992–1997).[https://www.tuko.co.ke/394723-former-belgut-mp-dies-2-months-area-legislator-passed-away.html Former Belgut MP dies 2 months after another area legislator passed away]
Jutta Lampe, 82, German actress (Schaubühne, Marianne and Juliane, The Distant Land).[https://www.welt.de/newsticker/dpa_nt/infoline_nt/boulevard_nt/article221706274/Schauspielerin-Jutta-Lampe-gestorben.html Schauspielerin Jutta Lampe gestorben] {{in lang|de}}
Alison Lurie, 94, American novelist (Foreign Affairs, The War Between the Tates), Pulitzer Prize winner (1984).[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/03/books/alison-lurie-dead.html Alison Lurie, Tart-Voiced Novelist of Manners, Dies at 94]
Mario Maraschi, 81, Italian football player (Lazio, Lanerossi Vicenza, Fiorentina) and manager.[https://www.ilgiornaledivicenza.it/argomenti/sport/vicenza/il-lane-piange-un-altro-grande-del-passato-addio-a-bomber-maraschi-1.8370174 Il Lane piange un altro grande del passato: addio a bomber Maraschi] {{in lang|it}}
Marv Marinovich, 81, American football player (Oakland Raiders).[https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/2020/12/04/usc-trojans-star-marv-marinovich-dies-at-81-todd-marinovich-oakland-raiders/ Former USC star Marv Marinovich dies at 81]
Patricia Marmont, 99, American-born British actress (Helen of Troy).[https://www.aveleyman.com/ActorCredit.aspx?ActorID=27676# Patricia Marmont]
Ron Mathewson, 76, Scottish jazz double bassist and bass guitarist, COVID-19.[https://londonjazznews.com/2020/12/04/rip-ron-mathewson-1944-2020/ RIP Ron Mathewson (1944-2020)]
Dronamraju Krishna Rao, 83, Indian geneticist.[https://india-herald.com/obituary-dr-krishna-dronamraju-p7692-65.htm Obituary: Dr. Krishna Dronamraju]
Albert Salvadó, 69, Andorran writer and industrial engineer.[https://www.diariandorra.ad/noticies/nacional/2020/12/03/mor_escriptor_albert_salvado_171039_1125.html Mor l'escriptor Albert Salvadó] {{in lang|ca}}
Scott Marshall Smith, 62, American screenwriter (Men of Honor, The Score, When the Game Stands Tall).[https://deadline.com/2020/12/scott-marshall-smith-dead-men-of-honor-the-score-screenwriter-1234657034/ Scott Marshall Smith Dies: ‘Men Of Honor’ And ‘The Score’ Screenwriter Was 62]
Bill Spencer, 84, American Olympic biathlon skier (1964, 1968).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/97725 Bill Spencer]
Betsy Wade, 91, American journalist, colon cancer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/03/business/media/betsy-wade-dead.html Betsy Wade, First Woman to Edit News at The Times, Dies at 91]
Bobby Wishart, 87, Scottish footballer (Aberdeen, Dundee, Raith Rovers).[https://www.afc.co.uk/2020/12/03/in-memoriam-bobby-wishart/ In Memoriam | Bobby Wishart]
Ian Yule, 87, British-born South African actor (Zulu Dawn, The Wild Geese, Shamwari).[https://www.chichester.co.uk/news/people/tributes-larger-life-flamboyant-film-star-and-war-hero-who-spent-last-years-his-life-chichester-3066873 Tributes to 'larger than life, flamboyant' film star and war hero who spent last years of his life in Chichester]

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Josette Banzet, 73, French-American actress (Rich Man, Poor Man, The Other Side of Midnight).[http://digital.copcomm.com/i/1367665-spring-2021/83? SAG-AFTRA In Memoriam Spring 2021]
Franco Bolignari, 91, Italian singer.[https://music.fanpage.it/morto-franco-bolignari-artista-jazz-e-voce-della-canzone-crudelia-de-mon-ne-la-carica-dei-101/amp/ Morto Franco Bolignari, artista jazz e voce della canzone Crudelia De Mon ne La carica dei 101] {{in lang|it}}
Peter DiFronzo, 87, American mobster, complications from COVID-19.[https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2020/12/6/22156468/peter-difronzo-brother-john-difronzo-chicago-outfit-boss-dies-coronavirus Peter DiFronzo, brother of Chicago Outfit boss, dies from coronavirus]
Larry Dixon, 78, American politician, member of the Alabama Senate (1983–2011) and House of Representatives (1978–1982), COVID-19.[https://www.wsfa.com/2020/12/04/former-alabama-state-sen-larry-dixon-dies/ Former Alabama state Sen. Larry Dixon dies at 78]
Ole Espersen, 85, Danish politician, minister of justice (1981–1982).[https://nyheder.tv2.dk/samfund/2020-12-05-tidligere-justitsminister-ole-espersen-er-dod-85-ar Tidligere justitsminister Ole Espersen er død - 85 år] {{in lang|da}}
Gérard Gourgue, 95, Haitian politician, member of the National Council of Government (1986).[https://www.haitilibre.com/article-32456-haiti-social-deces-de-me-gerard-gourgue.html Haïti - Social : Décès de Me Gérard Gourgue] {{in lang|fr}}
Cliff Green, 85, Australian screenwriter (Picnic at Hanging Rock, Break of Day, Summerfield).[https://www.if.com.au/vale-cliff-green-esteemed-screenwriter/ Vale Cliff Green, esteemed screenwriter]
Goldie Hershon, 79, Canadian civil rights activist, president of the Canadian Jewish Congress (1995–1998).[https://web.archive.org/web/20210122020410/https://canadianjewishrecord.ca/2020/12/08/obituary-goldie-hershon-former-cjc-president-was-79/ Obituary: Goldie Hershon, Former CJC President, was 79]
Narinder Singh Kapany, 94, Indian-American physicist.[https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/diaspora/father-of-fibre-optics%C2%A0narinder-singh-kapany-dies-at-94-179849 Father of fibre optics and patron of Sikh arts Narinder Singh Kapany dies at 94]
William Kittredge, 88, American writer.[https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2020-12-07/author-william-kittredge-dies-at-88 Author William Kittredge Dies At 88]
Grace Knowlton, 88, American sculptor, complications from dementia.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/19/arts/grace-knowlton-dead.html Grace Knowlton, Sculptor Who Worked 'in the Round,' Dies at 88]
David Lander, 73, American actor (Laverne & Shirley, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Will the Real Jerry Lewis Please Sit Down), complications from multiple sclerosis.[https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/david-lander-dead-dies-squiggy-laverne-shirley-1234847158/ David Lander, Squiggy in ‘Laverne & Shirley,’ Dies at 73]
François Leterrier, 91, French film director (A King Without Distraction, Slices of Life) and actor (A Man Escaped).[https://www.leparisien.fr/culture-loisirs/cinema/mort-du-cineaste-francois-leterrier-realisateur-des-babas-cool-et-de-good-bye-emmanuelle-05-12-2020-8412590.php Mort du cinéaste François Leterrier, réalisateur des «Babas cool» et de «Good bye Emmanuelle»] {{in lang|fr}}
Antonín J. Liehm, 96, Czech writer, publisher and translator, founder of Lettre International.[https://english.radio.cz/famed-czech-film-critic-antonin-j-liehm-dies-aged-96-8702062 Famed Czech film critic Antonín J. Liehm dies aged 96]
Madeleine Mathiot, 93, American linguist.[https://www.amigone.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=19244544 Madeleine Mathiot]
Larry Mavety, 78, Canadian ice hockey player (Los Angeles Sharks, Philadelphia Blazers) and coach (Belleville Bulls).[https://www.quintenews.com/2020/12/04/long-time-bulls-coach-gm-larry-mavety-passes-away/ Long time Bulls coach-GM Larry Mavety passes away]
Jayant Meghani, 82, Indian book editor and translator.[https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/noted-bookman-jayant-meghani-passes-away/articleshow/79572068.cms Gujarat: Noted bookman Jayant Meghani passes away]
Alexander Nikolayevich Mikhailov, 69, Russian politician, deputy (1993–2000) and governor of Kursk Oblast (2000–2018).[https://www.business-gazeta.ru/news/491074 Скончался экс-губернатор Курской области Александр Михайлов] {{in lang|ru}}
James Odongo, 89, Ugandan Roman Catholic prelate, archbishop of Tororo (1999–2007).[https://www.independent.co.ug/archbishop-emeritus-james-odongo-of-tororo-passes-on/ Archbishop Emeritus James Odongo of Tororo passes on aged 89]
Huba Rozsnyai, 77, Hungarian Olympic sprinter (1964), COVID-19.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/71269 Huba Rozsnyai]
Bassam Saba, 61, Lebanese musician, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/coronavirus/bassam-saba-prominent-figure-in-arabic-music-dies-from-covid-19-complications/2776283/ Bassam Saba, Prominent Figure in Arabic Music, Dies From COVID-19 Complications]
Jackie Saccoccio, 56, American abstract painter, cancer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/28/arts/jackie-saccoccio-dead.html Jackie Saccoccio, Painter of Explosive Abstraction, Dies at 56]
Anatoly Samoilenko, 82, Ukrainian mathematician, director of the NASU Institute of Mathematics (since 1988).[http://www.nas.gov.ua/UA/Messages/Pages/View.aspx?MessageID=7229 Анатолій Михайлович Самолейнко RIP] {{in lang|uk}}
Victor Scantlebury, 75, Ecuadorian bishop.[https://livingchurch.org/2020/12/07/bishop-victor-scantlebury-of-central-ecuador-has-died/ Bishop of Central Ecuador Dies Suddenly]
John Sherwood, 87, English physical chemist.[https://www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/19014018.obituary-professor-john-sherwood-pioneer-fields-organic-crystal-growth-solid-state-chemistry/ Obituary: Professor John Sherwood, pioneer in fields of organic crystal growth and solid-state chemistry]
Suhaila Siddiq, 71, Afghan politician, minister of public health (2001–2004), complications from COVID-19.[https://bdnews24.com/people/2020/12/06/suhaila-siddiq-afghanistans-first-female-general-is-dead Suhaila Siddiq, Afghanistan’s first female general, is dead]
Dineshwar Sharma, 66, Indian police officer, director of the Intelligence Bureau (2015–2017) and administrator of Lakshadweep (since 2019), lung disease.[https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/lakshadweep-administrator-dineshwar-sharma-passes-away-at-66/1987436 Lakshadweep Administrator Dineshwar Sharma passes away at 66]
Anand Singh, 72, Fijian politician, MP (1999–2006) and attorney general (1999–2000).[https://www.fbcnews.com.fj/news/anand-singh-passes-away/ Anand Singh passes away]
Kinuko Tanida, 81, Japanese volleyball player, Olympic champion (1964), brain hemorrhage.{{Cite web |url=https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2020120600290/ |title=Kinuko Idogawa, One of "Oriental Witches" in 1964 Tokyo Olympics, Dies |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-06 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20201206175312/https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2020120600290/ |url-status=dead }}
Ferenc Tóth, 69, Hungarian politician, MP (1998–2014), COVID-19.[https://hang.hu/belfold/2020/12/04/koronavirusban-hunyt-el-az-egykori-orszaggyulesi-kepviselo/ Koronavírusban hunyt el az egykori országgyűlési képviselő] {{in lang|hu}}
Weston E. Vivian, 96, American politician, member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1965–1967).[https://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/annarbor/obituary.aspx?pid=197286132 Weston Edward Vivian]
Neville Wanless, 89, English broadcaster (ITV Tyne Tees).[https://www.itv.com/news/tyne-tees/2020-12-06/former-tyne-tees-presenter-neville-wanless-dies-aged-89 Former Tyne Tees presenter Neville Wanless dies aged 89]
Ed Xiques, 81, American jazz saxophonist.[https://www.articobits.com/obituaries/kirikos-family-funeral-home-inc-truth-or-consequences-nm/edward-fabian-xiques-jr-obituary Obituary for Edward Fabian Xiques, Jr.]

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Peter Abbs, 78, English poet and academic.[https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2021/02/02/professor-peter-abbs-poet-educator-developed-new-ways-teach/ Professor Peter Abbs, poet and educator who developed new ways to teach creative writing – obituary]
Peter Alliss, 89, English Hall of Fame golfer and commentator, British PGA champion (1957, 1962, 1965).[https://www.bbc.com/sport/golf/55204070 Peter Alliss: Legendary BBC golf commentator dies at 89]
Pierre Bernard, 86, French politician, deputy (1980–1993).[https://www.ladepeche.fr/2020/12/14/val-81-rend-hommage-a-pierre-bernard-9256218.php Valence-d'Albigeois. Val 81 rend hommage à Pierre Bernard] {{in lang|fr}}
Mickaël Bethe-Selassié, 69, Ethiopian-born French sculptor.[https://www.rfi.fr/fr/culture/20201208-décès-du-sculpteur-éthiopien-mickaël-bethe-selassié Décès du sculpteur éthiopien Mickaël Bethe-Selassié] {{in lang|fr}}
Belinda Bozzoli, South African politician, MP (since 2014), cancer.[https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/das-belinda-bozzoli-dies-after-battle-with-cancer-20201205 DA's Belinda Bozzoli dies after battle with cancer]
Robert Castel, 87, French actor (The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe, Two Men in Town, Je suis timide mais je me soigne).[https://www.lefigaro.fr/cinema/le-comedien-robert-castel-pere-de-l-humour-pied-noir-est-mort-20201205 Le comédien Robert Castel, père de l'humour «pied-noir», est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Dolf de Vries, 83, Dutch actor (Turkish Delight, Soldier of Orange, Black Book).[https://www.nrc.nl/nieuws/2020/12/07/soldaat-van-oranje-acteur-dolf-de-vries-83-overleden-a4022917 Soldaat van Oranje-acteur Dolf de Vries (83) overleden] {{in lang|nl}}
Des Ferrow, 87, New Zealand cricketer.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/bayofplentytimes-nz/obituary.aspx?n=desmond-ferrow-des&pid=197270923&fhid=14344 Desmond (Des) Ferrow]
John Harvey, 82, Australian racing driver, Bathurst 1000 winner (1983), lung cancer.[https://www.speedcafe.com/2020/12/06/motor-racing-great-john-harvey-passes/ Australian motor racing great John Harvey passes]
Paul Howard, 70, American football player (Denver Broncos).[https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/19272398/Paul-Eugene-Howard/Aurora/Colorado/Horan-McConaty Paul Eugene Howard]
Louis Iribarne, 80, American-born Canadian translator.[https://www.pacificcoastcremation.com/louis-michael-iribarne/ Louis Michael Iribarne]
Ron Irwin, 84, Canadian politician and diplomat, minister of Indian and Northern Affairs (1993–1997), ambassador to Ireland (1998–2001), MP (1980–1984, 1993–1997).[https://www.sootoday.com/local-news/ron-irwin-passes-away-at-age-84-3158456 Ron Irwin passes away at age 84]
Henryk Kukier, 90, Polish Olympic boxer (1952, 1956, 1960), COVID-19.[https://sport.onet.pl/boks/boks-henryk-kukier-nie-zyje-krotki-film-o-milosci-i-zapomnieniu/hmswjgd Zmarł Henryk Kukier. "Krótki film o miłości i zapomnieniu"] {{in lang|pl}}
Anusuya Prasad Maikhuri, 59, Indian politician, Uttarakhand MLA (2002–2007, 2012–2017), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.deccanherald.com/national/north-and-central/ex-deputy-speaker-of-uttarakhand-assembly-passes-away-923896.html Ex-deputy speaker of Uttarakhand assembly passes away]
Sherbaz Khan Mazari, 90, Pakistani politician, leader of the opposition (1975–1977).[https://www.dawn.com/news/1594145 Veteran politician Sherbaz Khan Mazari passes away at 90]
Sakae Menda, 95, Japanese exonerated prisoner and anti-death penalty activist.[https://www.lemonde.fr/disparitions/article/2020/12/06/sakae-menda-figure-de-la-lutte-contre-la-peine-capitale-au-japon-est-mort_6062383_3382.html Sakae Menda, figure de la lutte contre la peine capitale au Japon, est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Ildikó Pécsi, 80, Hungarian actress (Tales of a Long Journey, A Strange Role, Just like Home) and politician, MP (1994–1998).[https://index.hu/kultur/2020/12/05/pecsi_ildiko_meghalt/ Meghalt Pécsi Ildikó] {{in lang|hu}}
Viktor Ponedelnik, 83, Russian football player (Rostov, SKA Rostov-on-Don, Soviet Union national team) and manager.[https://tass.ru/sport/10181515 Умер чемпион Европы по футболу 1960 года Виктор Понедельник] {{in lang|ru}}
Geoff Pryce, 59, English rugby league player (York Wasps), COVID-19.[https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/18924405.bradford-born-rugby-league-star-geoff-pryce-dies-covid-battle/ Bradford-born rugby league legend dies after contracting Covid-19]
Martin Sandoval, 56, American politician, member of the Illinois Senate (2003–2020), COVID-19.[https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-politics/former-state-sen-martin-sandoval-dies-after-covid-19-diagnosis/2387411/ Former State Sen. Martin Sandoval Dies After COVID-19 Diagnosis]
Erode Soundar, 63, Indian film writer and director, kidney-related illness.[https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/writer-and-director-erode-soundar-passes-away/articleshow/79581064.cms Writer and director Erode Soundar passes away]
Xu Shousheng, 67, Chinese politician, governor of Gansu (2007–2010), governor (2010–2013) and Communist Party secretary (2013–2016) of Hunan.[https://news.sina.com.cn/zx/2020-12-06/doc-iiznezxs5518733.shtml 湖南省委原书记徐守盛逝世享年67岁] {{in lang|zh}}
Mincho Yovchev, 78, Bulgarian politician, deputy prime minister (1989–1990).[https://dnes.dir.bg/politika/pochina-bivshiyat-vitsepremier-mincho-jovchev Почина бившият вицепремиер Минчо Йовчев] {{in lang|bg}}
Wojciech Zabłocki, 89, Polish architect and fencer, Olympic silver (1956, 1960) and bronze (1964) medalist.[https://dziendobry.tvn.pl/a/zmarl-utytulowany-szermierz-i-architekt-wojciech-zablocki-maz-aliny-janowskiej Zmarł utytułowany szermierz i architekt Wojciech Zabłocki, mąż Aliny Janowskiej] {{in lang|pl}}
Theodore Ziolkowski, 88, American scholar.[https://www.princeton.edu/news/2020/12/09/theodore-ziolkowski-renowned-scholar-german-and-european-literature-and-one-true Theodore Ziolkowski, renowned scholar of German and European literature and ‘one of the true giants of the Princeton faculty’ dies at 88 ]

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Neil Armstrong, 87, Canadian Hall of Fame ice hockey linesman.[https://www.bardown.com/the-hockey-world-mourns-the-passing-of-hall-of-fame-linesman-neil-armstrong-1.1560606 The hockey world mourns the passing of Hall of Fame linesman Neil Armstrong]
Kent R. Brown, 79, American playwright.[https://news.uark.edu/articles/55663/department-of-theatre-mourns-passing-of-professor-emeritus-kent-r-brown Department of Theatre Mourns Passing of Professor Emeritus Kent R. Brown]
Jairo Castillo, 31, Dominican baseball player and scout, COVID-19.[https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2020-12-21/jairo-castillo-rising-star-dodgers-scout-covid-19 Appreciation: Jairo Castillo was a rising star as a Dodgers scout. COVID-19 ended his life at 31]
Dejan Dabović, 76, Montenegrin water polo player, Olympic champion (1968), COVID-19.[https://www.b92.net/sport/vaterpolo/vesti.php?yyyy=2020&mm=12&dd=07&nav_id=1776707 Preminuo zlatni olimpijac iz Meksika 1968.] {{in lang|sr}}
Muslihan DS, 74, Indonesian army officer and politician, regent of North Bengkulu (2001–2006) and Rejang Lebong (1994–1999), COVID-19.[https://republika.co.id/berita/qkwq69428/cawagub-bengkulu-muslihan-ds-meninggal-karena-covid19 Cawagub Bengkulu Muslihan DS Meninggal karena Covid-19] {{in lang|id}}
T. B. Ekanayake, 66, Sri Lankan politician, MP (since 1994).[https://menafn.com/1101239593/Sri-Lanka-Former-Minister-TB-Ekanayake-passed-away Sri Lanka- Former Minister T.B. Ekanayake passed away]
Jaromír Kohlíček, 67, Czech politician, MP (1998–2004), MEP (2004–2014, 2016–2019).[https://ct24.ceskatelevize.cz/domaci/3237190-zemrel-byvaly-europoslanec-a-zastupitel-usteckeho-kraje-jaromir-kohlicek Zemřel bývalý europoslanec a zastupitel Ústeckého kraje Jaromír Kohlíček] {{in lang|cs}}
László Kuncz, 63, Hungarian water polo player, Olympic bronze medallist (1980).[https://index.hu/sport/2020/12/06/kuncz_laszlo_halal/ Meghalt Kuncz László 200-szoros válogatott vízilabdázó] {{in lang|hu}}
Li Ligong, 95, Chinese politician, member of the Central Committee (1982–1992), delegate to the National People's Congress (1988-1998) and CCP Party Chief of Shanxi (1983–1991).[https://www.sohu.com/a/436784686_260616 山西省委原书记李立功因病逝世，享年96岁] {{in lang|zh}}
Monu Mukhopadhyay, 90, Indian actor (Neel Akasher Neechey, Ganadevata, Ganashatru).[https://bengali.abplive.com/entertainment/holly-bolly-tolly/veteran-bengali-actor-manu-mukherjee-dies-at-90-767280/ প্রয়াত বর্ষীয়ান অভিনেতা ‘মছলিবাবা’ মনু মুখোপাধ্যায়, শোকপ্রকাশ মমতার] {{in lang|bn}}
Soedardjat Nataatmadja, 82, Indonesian politician, MP (1997–1999), vice governor of Irian Jaya (1989–1993) and regent of Bogor (1983–1988).[https://www.ayobogor.com/read/2020/12/06/9305/mantan-bupati-bogor-soedardjat-nataatmadja-meninggal-dunia Mantan Bupati Bogor Soedardjat Nataatmadja Meninggal Dunia] {{in lang|id}}
Klaus Ofczarek, 81, Austrian actor (Klimt, North Face) and opera singer.[https://wien.orf.at/stories/3079412/ Sänger und Schauspieler Klaus Ofczarek tot] {{in lang|de}}
Ravi Patwardhan, 84, Indian actor (Yeshwant, Thakshak, Grahan).[https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/veteran-marathi-actor-ravi-patwardhan-dies-at-84-uddhav-thackeray-pays-tribute/story-t4418uIDietoD0UJLVrRyN.html Veteran Marathi actor Ravi Patwardhan dies at 84, Uddhav Thackeray pays tribute]
Jacques Puisais, 93, French oenologist, COVID-19.[https://www.lanouvellerepublique.fr/tours/indre-et-loire-jacques-puisais-l-epicurien-est-decede Indre-et-Loire : Jacques Puisais l'épicurien est décédé] {{in lang|fr}}
Dennis Ralston, 78, American Hall of Fame tennis player, Davis Cup winner (1963, 1972), cancer.[https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/2020/12/remembering-dennis-ralston-tennis-renaissance-man/92039/ Remembering Dennis Ralston, 1942-2020: Tennis Renaissance Man]
Džej Ramadanovski, 56, Serbian singer, heart attack.[https://www.alo.rs/vip/estrada/preminuo-poznati-pevac-dzej-ramadanovski/362653/vest Tuga do neba! Preminuo poznati pevač Džej Ramadanovski!] {{in lang|sr}}
Neil Robbins, 91, Australian Olympic steeplechase runner (1956).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/64783 Neil Robbins]
Paul Sarbanes, 87, American politician, member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1971–1977) and Senate (1977–2007), Chair of the Senate Banking Committee (2001–2003).[https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-12-07/paul-sarbanes-senator-who-co-wrote-anti-fraud-law-dies-at-87 Paul Sarbanes, U.S. Senator Who Co-Wrote Anti-Fraud Law, Dies at 87]
Jack Scarbath, 90, American Hall of Fame football player (Washington Redskins, Pittsburgh Steelers, Maryland Terrapins).[https://web.archive.org/web/20210116091001/https://wtop.com/ncaa-football/2020/12/former-maryland-qb-scarbath-a-star-in-the-early-1950s-dies/ Former Maryland QB Scarbath, a star in the early 1950s, dies]
Paul W. Schroeder, 93, American historian.[https://www.news-gazette.com/obituaries/paul-w-schroeder/article_37b3674a-3b45-11eb-ae70-5cb9017b8d9f.html Paul W. Schroeder]
Eugenia Tsoumani-Spentza, Greek lawyer and politician, MP (2009–2012).[https://www.protothema.gr/politics/article/1072369/pethane-i-proin-vouleutis-tis-nd-eugenia-tsoumani-spedza-sullipitiria-mitsotaki/ Πέθανε η πρώην βουλευτής της ΝΔ Ευγενία Τσουμάνη – Σπέντζα – Συλλυπητήρια Μητσοτάκη] {{in lang|el}}
Tabaré Vázquez, 80, Uruguayan politician, president (2005–2010, 2015–2020), president pro tempore of UNASUR (2015–2016) and Intendant of Montevideo (1990–1994), lung cancer.[https://www.elpais.com.uy/informacion/politica/murio-expresidente-tabare-vazquez.html Murió el expresidente Tabaré Vázquez] {{in lang|es}}
Senta Wengraf, 96, Austrian actress (Two Times Lotte, Voices of Spring, Sissi – The Young Empress).[https://kurier.at/kultur/schauspielerin-senta-wengraf-96-jaehrig-gestorben/401121201 Schauspielerin Senta Wengraf 96-jährig gestorben] {{in lang|de}}
Ali-Asghar Zarei, 64, Iranian military officer and politician, MP (2008–2016).[https://www.tasnimnews.com/fa/news/1399/09/16/2404838/علی-اصغر-زارعی-درگذشت علی‌اصغر زارعی درگذشت] {{in lang|fa}}

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Udyavara Madhava Acharya, 79, Indian writer and poet.[https://kannada.oneindia.com/news/udupi/elder-theater-artist-udyavara-madhava-acharya-passed-away-209519.html ಹಿರಿಯ ರಂಗಕರ್ಮಿ ಉದ್ಯಾವರ ಮಾಧವ ಆಚಾರ್ಯ(79) ನಿಧನ] {{in lang|kn}}
Fred Akers, 82, American football coach (Texas Longhorns, Wyoming Cowboys, Purdue Boilermakers).[https://247sports.com/college/texas/Article/Fred-Akers-death-former-Texas-Longhorns-football-coach-156365122/ Former Texas head coach Fred Akers dies at 82]
Dick Allen, 78, American baseball player (Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago White Sox).[https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/white-sox/ct-chicago-white-sox-dick-allen-died-20201207-zyhngctlgjdq5mzhuq37wnrpmq-story.html Dick Allen, the Chicago White Sox legend who won American League MVP honors in 1972, dies at 78]
Akito Arima, 90, Japanese nuclear physicist (Interacting boson model) and politician, MP (1998–2004).[https://www.nikkei.com/article/DGXZQODG074HG0X01C20A2000000 有馬朗人氏死去　元東大学長・文相、90歳] {{in lang|ja}}
Tihomir Arsić, 63, Serbian actor (The Promising Boy, Great Transport, Battle of Kosovo).[https://www.novosti.rs/kultura/vesti/942786/preminuo-glumac-tihomir-tika-arsic Preminuo Glumac Tihomir Tika Arsić] {{in lang|sr}}
Joseph Arvay, 71, Canadian lawyer, heart attack.{{Cite web |url=https://earthsoption.com/tribute/details/2546/Joseph-ARVAY/obituary.html |title=Joseph James Arvay |access-date=2021-01-05 |archive-date=2020-12-09 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201209222625/https://earthsoption.com/tribute/details/2546/Joseph-ARVAY/obituary.html |url-status=dead }}
LD Beghtol, 55, American musician (Flare Acoustic Arts League, LD & the New Criticism, Moth Wranglers) and writer.[https://exclaim.ca/music/article/r_i_p_magnetic_fields_singer_ld_beghtol R.I.P. Magnetic Fields Singer LD Beghtol]
Divya Bhatnagar, 34, Indian actress (99), COVID-19.[https://menafn.com/1101243474/India-TV-actor-Divya-Bhatnagar-dies-of-COVID-19-at-34-NewsBytes&source=21 India- TV actor Divya Bhatnagar dies of COVID-19 at 34]
Joselyn Cano, 30, American model, complications from cosmetic surgery.[https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2020/12/17/joselyn-cano-dead/ Who is Joselyn Cano? Instagram model reportedly dead at 29]
Jean-François Charbonnier, 61, French footballer and manager (Paris Saint-Germain F.C., Paris FC).[https://www.leprogres.fr/sport/2020/12/07/carnet-noir-le-lyonnais-jean-francois-charbonnier-(ex-psg)-est-decede Carnet noir: le Lyonnais Jean-François Charbonnier (ex-PSG) est décéde] {{in lang|fr}}
Natalie Desselle-Reid, 53, American actress (B.A.P.S., Eve, Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella), colon cancer.{{Cite web |url=https://www.revolt.tv/news/2020/12/7/22159446/natalie-desselle-reid-passes-away |title=Actress Natalie Desselle-Reid passes away |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201221174807/https://www.revolt.tv/news/2020/12/7/22159446/natalie-desselle-reid-passes-away |url-status=dead }}
Pumza Dyantyi, 72, South African politician and anti-apartheid activist, MP (since 2019) and Eastern Cape MPL (2014–2019).[https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/seasoned-anc-mp-pumza-dyantyis-death-mourned-20201208 Seasoned ANC MP Pumza Dyantyi's death mourned]
Clem Eischen, 93, American Olympic middle-distance runner (1948).[https://obits.oregonlive.com/obituaries/oregon/obituary.aspx?pid=197345657 Clement George Eischen]
Phyllis Eisenstein, 74, American science fiction author, stroke complications and COVID-19.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?pid=197272120 Phyllis Eisenstein]
Eduardo Galvão, 58, Brazilian actor (Porto dos Milagres, O Beijo do Vampiro, Bom Sucesso), COVID-19.[https://www.uol.com.br/splash/colunas/fefito/2020/12/08/morre-aos-58-anos-o-ator-eduardo-galvao-vitima-do-coronavirus.htm Morre, aos 58 anos, o ator Eduardo Galvão, vítima do coronavírus] {{in lang|pt}}
Aleksandr Gordon, 88, Russian film director and actor (The Killers, There Will Be No Leave Today).[https://ria.ru/20201207/gordon-1588079883.html Умер работавший с Тарковским режиссер Александр Гордон] {{in lang|ru}}
İrfan Gürpınar, 77, Turkish politician, minister of tourism (1995, 1995–1996), COVID-19.[https://t24.com.tr/haber/eski-turizm-bakani-irfan-gurpinar-koroanvirus-nedeniyle-hayatini-kaybetti,919191 Eski Turizm Bakanı İrfan Gürpınar Koronavirüs nedeniyle hayatını kaybetti] {{in lang|tr}}
Sheila A. Hellstrom, 85, Canadian military officer.[https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/sheila-hellstrom-1935-2020-canadas-first-female-general-was-a-trailblazer-for-women-in-the-military Sheila Hellstrom (1935-2020): Canada's first female general was a trailblazer for women in the military]
Walter Hooper, 89, American literary editor, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.nationalreview.com/2020/12/walter-hooper-r-i-p/ Walter Hooper, R.I.P.]
Zar Wali Khan, 67, Pakistani Islamic scholar.[https://arynews.tv/en/mufti-zarwali-khan-passes-away/ Religious scholar Mufti Zarwali Khan passes away]
Masao Komatsu, 78, Japanese actor (Kaiju funsen–Daigoro tai Goriasu, Pink Lady no Katsudō Daishashin, Izakaya Chōji) and comedian, liver cancer.[https://www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20201211/k10012759361000.html コメディアン小松政夫さん死去] {{in lang|ja}}
Katarzyna Łaniewska, 87, Polish actress (Nikodem Dyzma, Klan) and political activist.[https://www.polsatnews.pl/wiadomosc/2020-12-07/nie-zyje-katarzyna-laniewska-aktorka-miala-87-lat/ Nie żyje Katarzyna Łaniewska. Aktorka miała 87 lat] {{in lang|pl}}
Marilyn Lewis, 89, American politician, member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives (1979–1982).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201229204313/https://rlwilliamsfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/1713/Marilyn-Lewis/obituary.html Obituary of Marilyn Lewis]
Dawn Lindberg, 75, South African folk singer, actress and theatre producer, COVID-19.[https://www.news24.com/you/news/local/rip-dawn-lindberg-darling-of-south-african-theatre-who-has-died-of-covid-19-20201208 RIP Dawn Lindberg, darling of South African theatre who has died of Covid-19]
Mrigendra Nath Maiti, 77, Indian politician, West Bengal MLA (since 2011).[https://bengali.indianexpress.com/west-bengal/tmc-mla-mrigen-maity-passes-away-271985/ প্রয়াত তৃণমূল বিধায়ক মৃগেন মাইতি] {{in lang|bn}}
Sean Malone, 50, American progressive metal bassist (Cynic, Gordian Knot, Aghora), suicide.[https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/cynic-bassist-sean-malone-dead-at-50/ Cynic bassist Sean Malone dead at 50]
Lidia Menapace, 96, Italian partisan and politician, senator (2006–2008), COVID-19.[https://www.agi.it/cronaca/news/2020-12-07/morta-lidia-menapace-aveva-96-anni-10575975/ È morta di Covid Lidia Menapace, aveva 96 anni] {{in lang|it}}
Roger Moret, 71, Puerto Rican baseball player (Boston Red Sox, Atlanta Braves, Texas Rangers), cancer.[https://www.elnuevodia.com/deportes/beisbol/notas/de-luto-el-beisbol-boricua-por-el-fallecimiento-de-rogelio-moret/ De luto el béisbol boricua por el fallecimiento de Rogelio Moret] {{in lang|es}}
Vadim Petrov, 88, Czech composer and pianist.[https://www.idnes.cz/kultura/hudba/vadim-petrov-smrt-skaldatel.A201207_192404_domaci_kzem Zemřel skladatel Petrov, autor symfonií i hudby ke Krkonošským pohádkám] {{in lang|cs}}
Joseph Sanda, 35, Cameroonian racing cyclist.[https://www.rfi.fr/fr/sports/20201208-cyclisme-le-camerounais-joseph-sanda-est-décédé Cyclisme: le Camerounais Joseph Sanda est décédé] {{in lang|fr}}
Janusz Sanocki, 66, Polish politician and journalist, mayor of Nysa (1998–2001), deputy (2015–2019), COVID-19.[https://nysa.naszemiasto.pl/nie-zyje-janusz-sanocki-byly-posel-z-nysy-przegral-walke-z/ar/c1-8035215 Nie żyje Janusz Sanocki. Były poseł z Nysy przegrał walkę z koronawirusem] {{in lang|pl}}
Doug Scott, 79, English mountaineer and philanthropist, cerebral lymphoma.[https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/2020/12/doug_scott_dies_aged_79-72650 Doug Scott dies aged 79]
Malcolm Simpson, 87, New Zealand Olympic cyclist (1952).[https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/obituary.aspx?pid=197245023 Mal Simpson]
Ildegarda Taffra, 86, Italian Olympic cross-country skier (1952, 1956), COVID-19.[https://www.fondoitalia.it/2020/12/08/mobile/leggi-notizia/argomenti/sci-di-fondo/articolo/e-morta-ildegarda-taffra.html E' morta Ildegarda Taffra] {{in lang|it}}
Tasiman, Indonesian politician, regent of Pati (2001–2011), COVID-19.[https://regional.kompas.com/read/2020/12/07/12343621/4-hari-dirawat-karena-positif-covid-19-mantan-bupati-pati-tasiman-meninggal 4 Hari Dirawat karena Positif Covid-19, Mantan Bupati Pati Tasiman Meninggal Dunia] {{in lang|id}}
Howard Wales, 77, American keyboardist ("Truckin'"), cerebral hemorrhage.[https://ultimateclassicrock.com/howard-wales-dead/ Jerry Garcia Collaborator Howard Wales Dead at 77]
Gary Wisener, 82, American football player (Dallas Cowboys, Houston Oilers).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/swtimes/obituary.aspx?pid=197271472 Gary Wisener]
Chuck Yeager, 97, American Hall of Fame pilot, first person to exceed the speed of sound.[https://www.cnet.com/news/chuck-yeager-famed-test-pilot-who-broke-sound-barrier-dies-at-age-97/ Chuck Yeager, famed test pilot who broke sound barrier, dies at age 97]

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Phil Albert, 76, American football coach (Towson Tigers), cancer.[https://towsontigers.com/news/2020/12/10/phil-albert-tiger-football-coach-1944-2020.aspx Phil Albert: Tiger football coach (1944-2020)]
Arthur, Ecuadorian stray dog.[https://www.elcomercio.com/tendencias/causa-muerte-arthur-perro-tumor.html Arthur, el perro aventurero ecuatoriano, tenía un tumor en la espalda: 'Me dio un beso de despedida con su último aliento'] {{in lang|es}}
Gladys Beckwith, 91, American academic and women's rights activist, COVID-19.[https://estesleadley.com/obituaries/gladys-beckwith/ Gladys E. Beckwith, PhD.]
Harold Budd, 84, American avant-garde composer and poet, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/harold-budd-dead-1100872/ Heralded Ambient Composer Harold Budd Dead at 84]
John Cash, 84, Scottish physician, president of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (1994–1997).[https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/college/memoriam-professor-john-cash-cbe In Memoriam - Professor John Cash CBE]
Lay Nam Chang, 77, American theoretical physicist, COVID-19.[https://vtnews.vt.edu/articles/2020/12/science-in_memoriam_lay_nam_chang_dean.html In memoriam: Lay Nam Chang, founding dean of the College of Science, professor of physics]
Tony Curcillo, 89, American football player (Ohio State Buckeyes, Chicago Cardinals, Hamilton Tiger Cats), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.elevenwarriors.com/ohio-state-football/2020/12/119142/tony-curcillo-woody-hayes-first-starting-quarterback-at-ohio-state-dies-at-89 Tony Curcillo, Woody Hayes' First Starting Quarterback at Ohio State, Dies at 89]
Aslanbek Fidarov, 47, Ukrainian Olympic wrestler (1996), COVID-19.[https://www.newsru.co.il/sport/09dec2020/aslan913.html От коронавируса скончался российский борец, чемпион Европы, участник олимпиады в Атланте] {{in lang|ru}}
Johnny Jacobsen, 65, Danish footballer (Fremad Amager, Feyenoord, national team).[https://www.worldfootball.net/player_summary/johnny-jacobsen/ Johnny Jacobsen]
Goo Kennedy, 71, American basketball player (San Antonio Spurs, Spirits of St. Louis, Houston Rockets).[https://www.star-telegram.com/sports/college/big-12/texas-christian-university/article247698840.html Eugene ‘Goo’ Kennedy, former TCU basketball great and pro player, dies at age 71]
Sidney Knott, 87, South African cricketer (Border).[https://www.dispatchlive.co.za/classifieds/2020-12-10-knott-sidney3/ Knott Sidney]
Walter Lechner, 71, Austrian racing driver.[https://www.motorprofis.at/kommentare/walter-lechner Leb wohl, Walter!] {{in lang|de}}
Tom Louderback, 87, American football player (Philadelphia Eagles, Oakland Raiders, Buffalo Bills).[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/rgj/name/tom-louderback-obituary?n=tom-louderback&pid=197319694&fhid=15274 Tom Louderback]
Jordi Nadal, 91, Spanish historian and economist.[https://www.ara.cat/cultura/Mor-historiador-Jordi-Nadal_0_2578542229.html Adeu a Jordi Nadal, l'historiador que va saber explicar la història econòmica d'Espanya i Catalunya] {{in lang|ca}}
Klaus Pagh, 85, Danish actor (Soldaterkammerater rykker ud, Sunstroke at the Beach Resort, Me and the Mafia).[https://www.danskefilm.dk/skuespiller.php?id=586 Klaus Pagh] {{in lang|da}}
Shankar Painter, 74, Indian poet.[https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/ahmedabad/noted-dalit-poet-shankar-painter-passes-away-at-74-7097403/ Noted Dalit poet Shankar Painter passes away at 74]
Raffaele Pinto, 75, Italian rally driver, European Rally champion (1972).[https://iltirreno.gelocal.it/piombino/cronaca/2020/12/08/news/l-ultima-curva-di-raffaele-pinto-e-morto-il-mito-del-rally-innamorato-dell-elba-1.39635315 L'ultima curva di Raffaele Pinto, è morto il mito del rally innamorato dell'Elba] {{in lang|it}}
Elmira Ramazanova, 86, Azerbaijani geologist, member of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences.[https://ikisahil.az/post/183085-elmira-memmedemin-qizi-ramazanova Elmira Məmmədəmin qızı Ramazanova] {{in lang|az}}
Alejandro Sabella, 66, Argentine football player (River Plate, Estudiantes) and manager (national team), heart failure.[https://www.mondosportivo.it/2020/12/08/e-morto-alejandro-sabella/ È morto Alejandro Sabella] {{in lang|it}}
Yevgeny Shaposhnikov, 78, Russian military officer, minister of defence (1991–1992), commander-in-chief of the Air Force (1990–1991) and secretary of the SCRF (1993), COVID-19.[https://ria.ru/20201208/shaposhnikov-1588278216.html Умер последний министр обороны СССР Евгений Шапошников] {{in lang|ru}}
Anthony Veasna So, 28, Cambodian-American writer, accidental drug overdose.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/13/obituaries/anthony-veasna-so-dead.html Anthony Veasna So, Author on the Brink of Stardom, Dies at 28]
Kurt Stettler, 88, Swiss footballer (FC Basel, Young Fellows Zürich, national team), COVID-19.[https://www.suedostschweiz.ch/sport/fussball/2020-12-13/ehemaliger-nationalgoalie-kurt-stettler-gestorben Ehemaliger Nationalgoalie Kurt Stettler gestorben] {{in lang|de}}
Gerard Stokes, 65, New Zealand rugby league player (Workington Town, national team) and coach (Canterbury Bulls), brain cancer.[https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/ben-stokes-father-dies-after-battle-with-brain-cancer-670105 Ben Stokes' father dies after battle with brain cancer]
Sudjati, 66, Indonesian politician, regent of Bulungan (since 2016), COVID-19.[https://www.antaranews.com/berita/1883216/bupati-bulungan-meninggal-dunia-setelah-dikonfirmasi-tertular-covid-19 Bupati Bulungan meninggal dunia setelah dikonfirmasi tertular COVID-19] {{in lang|id}}
Graeme Tarr, 84, New Zealand cricketer.[https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/graeme-tarr-obituary?id=42271848 Graeme Maxwell Tarr]
Siraj Kassam Teli, 67, Pakistani industrialist, pneumonia.[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/755605-reknowned-businessmen-siraj-kasim-teli-passes-away-in-dubai Renowned businessmen Siraj Kassam Teli passes away in Dubai]
Allen Trovillion, 94, American politician.[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/orlandosentinel/name/allen-trovillion-obituary?pid=197307143 Allen Trovillion]
Roberto Ulloa, 96, Argentine politician and naval officer, governor of Salta Province (1977–1983, 1991–1995).[https://www.eltribuno.com/salta/nota/2020-12-8-9-2-0-murio-el-exgobernador-roberto-augusto-ulloa A los 96 años murió el exgobernador de Salta, Roberto Augusto Ulloa] {{in lang|es}}
Ralph K. Winter Jr., 85, American jurist, judge (since 1981) and chief judge (1997–2000) of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.[https://www.ca2.uscourts.gov/docs/RKW-Announcement.pdf RKW Announcement - United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit]
Wang Yupu, 64, Chinese oil executive and politician, minister of emergency management (since 2018), chairman of Sinopec (2015–2017) and member of the CAE, cancer.[https://www.caixinglobal.com/2020-12-09/chinas-first-emergency-management-minister-dies-at-64-101637509.html China’s First Emergency Management Minister Dies at 64]

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Christopher Campling, 95, British Anglican priest, dean of Ripon (1984–1995).[https://epaper.thetimes.com/app/THE343 Campling]
V. J. Chitra, 28, Indian actress (Mannan Magal, Chinna Papa Periya Papa, Darling Darling), suicide by hanging.[https://in.style.yahoo.com/vj-chitra-popular-actress-anchor-040853097.html VJ Chitra, Popular Actress And Anchor, Dies By Suicide]
Osvaldo Cochrane Filho, 87, Brazilian Olympic water polo player (1964), COVID-19.[https://www.fluminense.com.br/noticia/nota-de-pesar-sobre-o-falecimento-de-osvaldo-cochrane-filho Nota de pesar sobre o falecimento de Osvaldo Cochrane Filho] {{in lang|pt}}
Manglesh Dabral, 72, Indian poet, complications from COVID-19.[https://zeenews.india.com/india/eminent-hindi-poet-and-journalist-manglesh-dabral-passes-away-2329898.html Eminent Hindi poet and journalist Manglesh Dabral passes away]
Nabil Farouk, 64, Egyptian novelist (Ragol Al Mostaheel, Malaf Al Mostakbal, Cocktail 2000), heart attack.[http://gate.ahram.org.eg/News/2541338.aspx وداعا نبيل فاروق.. أجيال الثمانينيات والتسعينيات يبكون صانع رجل المستحيل] {{in lang|ar}}
Gordon Forbes, 86, South African tennis player, COVID-19.{{Cite web |url=https://supersport.com/tennis/news/201210_Tennis_legend_and_author_Gordon_Forbes_passes_away_aged_86 |title=Tennis legend and author Gordon Forbes passes away aged 86 |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-11 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201211165650/https://supersport.com/tennis/news/201210_Tennis_legend_and_author_Gordon_Forbes_passes_away_aged_86 |url-status=dead }}
Dick Hinch, 71, American politician, member (since 2008) and speaker (since 2020) of the New Hampshire House of Representatives, COVID-19.[https://www.nhpr.org/post/nh-house-speaker-dick-hinch-dies N.H. House Speaker Dick Hinch Dies]
Raymond Hunter, 86, Northern Irish cricketer (all-Ireland national team) and rugby union player (all-Ireland national team).{{Cite web |url=https://www.cricketeurope.com/DATABASE/ARTICLES2020/articles/000013/001368.shtml |title=Raymond Hunter - Ireland's last cricket and rugby international has died |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-09 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201209204258/https://www.cricketeurope.com/DATABASE/ARTICLES2020/articles/000013/001368.shtml |url-status=dead }}
Alan Igbon, 68, British actor (Boys from the Blackstuff, The Professionals, Coronation Street).[https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2021/01/26/alan-igbon-actor-played-roguish-loggo-boys-blackstuff-obituary/ Alan Igbon, actor who played roguish Loggo in Boys from the Blackstuff – obituary]
Vyacheslav Kebich, 84, Belarusian politician, prime minister (1991–1994), COVID-19.[https://www.belrynok.by/2020/12/09/ot-koronavirusa-umer-vyacheslav-kebich/ Умер Вячеслав Кебич. У него был коронавирус] {{in lang|ru}}
Phil Linz, 81, American baseball player (New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets).[https://nypost.com/2020/12/10/former-yankee-phil-linz-dead-at-81/ Yankees’ ‘Harmonica Incident’ protagonist Phil Linz dead at 81]
Mungo Wentworth MacCallum, 78, Australian political journalist and commentator.[https://www.smh.com.au/national/australian-journalist-mungo-maccallum-dies-aged-78-20201210-p56m6q.html Australian journalist Mungo MacCallum dies, aged 78]
John J. McNichols, 93, American politician.[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/dailyherald/name/john-mcnichols-obituary?id=9647737 John J. McNichols]
Marc Meneau, 77, French chef.[https://www.lepoint.fr/societe/le-chef-triplement-etoile-marc-meneau-est-mort-09-12-2020-2405025_23.php Le chef triplement étoilé Marc Meneau est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Brian H. Murdoch, 90, English-born Irish mathematician.[https://rip.ie/death-notice/brian-h.-murdoch-rathfarnham-dublin/441584 The death has occurred of Brian H. Murdoch]
Alex Olmedo, 84, Peruvian-American Hall of Fame tennis player.[https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/2020/12/remembering-alex-olmedo-1936-2020-star-player-teacher-stars/92102/ Remembering Alex Olmedo, 1936-2020: star player, teacher to the stars]
Ray Perkins, 79, American football player (Baltimore Colts) and coach (New York Giants, Tampa Bay Buccaneers), heart disease.[https://www.al.com/sec/2020/12/former-alabama-coach-ray-perkins-passes-away-at-home.html Former Alabama coach Ray Perkins passes away at home]
Paolo Rossi, 64, Italian footballer (Lanerossi Vicenza, Juventus, national team), world champion (1982), lung cancer.[https://www.football-italia.net/163263/paolo-rossi-has-died Paolo Rossi has died]
Vishnu Savara, 70, Indian politician, Maharashtra MLA (2014–2019), cirrhosis.[https://www.timesnownews.com/india/maharashtra-news/article/former-maharashtra-minister-vishnu-savara-passes-away-at/692644 Former Maharashtra minister Vishnu Savara passes away at 70]
Jason Slater, 49, American rock bassist (Third Eye Blind, Snake River Conspiracy, Brougham), liver failure.[https://metro.co.uk/2020/12/09/jason-slater-dead-third-blind-eye-bassist-dies-aged-49-13729032/ Third Blind Eye bassist Jason Slater dies aged 49 after liver failure]
Stanley Smith, 71, American racing driver, interstitial pneumonia.[https://obits.al.com/obituaries/birmingham/obituary.aspx?pid=197272220 Stanley Smith]
Mohammad Yazdi, 89, Iranian Islamic cleric, chairman of the Assembly of Experts (2015–2016), chief justice (1989–1999) and MP (1980–1988), digestive disease.[https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/455577/Ayatollah-Yazdi-passes-away Ayatollah Yazdi passes away]
Chowdhury Kamal Ibne Yusuf, 80, Bangladeshi politician, MP (1991–2006), minister of disaster management (2001–2006) and food (2004–2006), COVID-19.[https://www.thefinancialexpress.com.bd/national/bnp-leader-chowdhury-kamal-ibne-yusuf-dies-1607515406 BNP leader Chowdhury Kamal Ibne Yusuf dies]

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Maroof Afzal, Pakistani civil servant, cabinet secretary (2019–2020), COVID-19.[https://nation.com.pk/10-Dec-2020/fpsc-chairman-maroof-afzal-succumbs-to-coronavirus FPSC Chairman Maroof Afzal succumbs to coronavirus]
Kenneth Alwyn, 95, English conductor (BBC Radio 2, London Symphony Orchestra).[https://www.kennethalwyn.co.uk/about About Kenneth Alwyn]
Brandon Bernard, 40, American convicted murderer, execution by lethal injection.[https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-donald-trump-race-and-ethnicity-prisons-killeen-13044e3f1ab9e0e140c57d8012b67abb US carries out rare execution during presidential transition]
Wallace Barnes, 94, American politician, member of the Connecticut Senate (1959–1971).{{Cite web |url=http://www.bristolpress.com/BP-Bristol+News/382714/patriarch-of-the-barnes-family-wallace-wally-barnes-passes-away-at-94 |title=Patriarch of the Barnes family, Wallace 'Wally' Barnes, passes away at 94 |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-15 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201215200313/http://www.bristolpress.com/BP-Bristol+News/382714/patriarch-of-the-barnes-family-wallace-wally-barnes-passes-away-at-94 |url-status=dead }}
Rafael Ramón Conde Alfonzo, 77, Venezuelan Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Maracay (2008–2009) and Margarita (1999–2008), pancreatic cancer.[https://www.eluniversal.com/politica/86478/fallecio-obispo-emerito-de-maracay-a-la-edad-de-77-anos Falleció Obispo Emérito de Maracay a la edad de 77 años] {{in lang|es}}
Don Marion Davis, 103, American child actor (The Star Boarder, Down on the Farm, Percy).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/tucson-az/don-davis-9949174 Don M Davis]
Astad Deboo, 73, Indian dancer and choreographer, subdural haematoma.[https://scroll.in/latest/980798/dance-pioneer-astad-deboo-passes-away-in-mumbai Dance pioneer Astad Deboo passes away in Mumbai]
Billy DeMars, 95, American baseball player (St. Louis Browns) and coach (Philadelphia Phillies, Cincinnati Reds).[https://thatballsouttahere.com/2020/12/10/phillies-athletics-billy-demars/ Billy DeMars, 1948 Athletic and 1980 Phillies champ, dies]
Dudu Duswara, 69, Indonesian jurist, justice of Supreme Court (since 2011), COVID-19.[https://news.detik.com/berita/d-5290389/hakim-agung-dudu-duswara-meninggal-usai-positif-corona Hakim Agung Dudu Duswara Meninggal Usai Positif Corona] {{in lang|id}}
Jim Fleming, 78, Scottish footballer (Partick Thistle, Luton Town, Wigan Athletic).[https://wiganathletic.com/news/2020/december/Obituary-Jim-Fleming-1942-2020-/ Obituary | Jim Fleming (1942-2020)]
Cal Hockley, 85, Canadian ice hockey player (Trail Smoke Eaters).[https://www.bclocalnews.com/news/cal-hockley-passes-leaves-lasting-legacy-for-the-silver-city/ Cal Hockley passes, leaves lasting legacy for the Silver City]
João Jens, 76, Brazilian Olympic volleyball player (1968, 1972).[https://www.cob.org.br/pt/galerias/noticias/nota-de-pesar--joao-ernesto-jens/ Nota de Pesar – João Ernesto Jens] {{in lang|pt}}
Tommy Lister Jr., 62, American actor (Friday, The Fifth Element, No Holds Barred) and professional wrestler, cardiovascular disease.[https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/11/entertainment/thomas-lister-jr-death-trnd/index.html Thomas 'Tiny' Lister Jr., 'Friday' actor, dead at 62 after apparently experiencing Covid-19 symptoms]
Rita Martinez, 65, Chicana activist, COVID-19.[https://www.tpr.org/2021-01-05/remembering-colorado-activist-rita-martinez Tuga! Remembering Colorado Activist Rita Martinez]
Nemanja Miljković, 30, Serbian basketball player (Zemun Lasta, BC Vienna, Pärnu).[http://www.happytv.rs/sport/košarka/265110/tuga-preminuo-mladi-trener-ceraka-i-bivši-košarkaš Tuga! Preminuo mladi trener Ceraka i bivši košarkaš] {{in lang|sr}}
Victor Newman, Ghanaian politician.[https://www.pulse.com.gh/news/local/victor-newman-director-of-research-at-presidency-has-died/l72rqsb Victor Newman: Director of research at Presidency has died]
Juan Pérez-Giménez, 79, American jurist, judge (since 1979) and chief judge (1984–1991) of the U.S. District Court for Puerto Rico.[https://web.archive.org/web/20201210173922/https://www.prd.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/documents/notices/Press%20Release%20PG%2012.10.2020_0.pdf In Memoriam Honorable Juan M. Pérez-Giménez, United States District Judge, 1941 – 2020]
Ram Lal Rahi, 86, Indian politician, MP (1977–1984, 1989–1996) and minister of state for home affairs (1991–1996), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.news18.com/news/politics/veteran-congress-leader-ram-lal-rahi-86-dies-at-up-hospital-after-a-heart-attack-3166064.html Veteran Congress Leader Ram Lal Rahi, 86, Dies at UP Hospital After a Heart Attack]
Odette Richard, 32, South African Olympic rhythmic gymnast (2008).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/116848 Odette Richard]
Garry Runciman, 3rd Viscount Runciman of Doxford, 86, British historical sociologist.[https://www.trin.cam.ac.uk/news/walter-garrison-runciman-cbe-fba-3rd-viscount-runciman-of-doxford-1934-2020/ Walter Garrison Runciman, CBE, FBA, 3rd Viscount Runciman of Doxford (1934-2020)]
José Mario Ruiz Navas, 90, Ecuadorian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Latacunga (1968–1989) and archbishop of Portoviejo (1989–2007).[http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bruizn.html Archbishop José Mario Ruiz Navas]
Joseph Safra, 82, Lebanese-Brazilian banker and venture capitalist, founder of Banco Safra.[https://www.reuters.com/article/people-safra/brazil-banking-billionaire-joseph-safra-dies-at-age-82-idUSS0N2IC025 Brazil banking billionaire Joseph Safra dies at age 82]
Iman Budhi Santosa, 72, Indonesian author, heart attack.[https://news.detik.com/berita-jawa-tengah/d-5289389/sastrawan-iman-budhi-santosa-tutup-usia Sastrawan Iman Budhi Santosa Tutup Usia] {{in lang|id}}
Myriam Sienra, 81, Paraguayan actress (7 Boxes) and journalist.[https://www.abc.com.py/espectaculos/cultura/2020/12/10/fallecio-la-actriz-myriam-sienra/ Falleció la actriz Myriam Sienra] {{in lang|es}}
Andrzej Skowroński, 67, Polish Olympic rower (1980).[http://www.pztw.pl/aktualnosci/wiadomosci/1326-zmarl-andrzej-skowronski Zmarł Andrzej Skowroński] {{in lang|pl}}
Carol Sutton, 76, American actress (Steel Magnolias, Ray, Monster's Ball), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/movies_tv/article_c17e8b80-3c08-11eb-aacf-fb950522b808.html Carol Sutton, 'mesmerizing' New Orleans actress for half century, dies at 76]
Bryan Sykes, 73, British geneticist.[https://www.theguardian.com/science/2020/dec/18/bryan-sykes-obituary Bryan Sykes obituary]
Dame Barbara Windsor, 83, English actress (EastEnders, Carry On, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), complications from Alzheimer's disease.[https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-24954672 Obituary: Barbara Windsor]
Barry Wynks, 68, New Zealand lawn bowler.{{Cite web |url=https://bowlsnewzealand.co.nz/featured/obituary-barry-wynks/ |title=Obituary : Barry Wynks |access-date=2021-02-19 |archive-date=2021-03-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210307154342/https://bowlsnewzealand.co.nz/featured/obituary-barry-wynks/ |url-status=dead }}
Rahnaward Zaryab, 76, Afghan novelist, journalist, and literary critic, COVID-19.[https://pajhwok.com/2020/12/11/celebrated-novelist-rahnaward-zaryab-passes-away/ Celebrated novelist Rahnaward Zaryab passes away]

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Alfred Bourgeois, 56, American convicted murderer, execution by lethal injection.[https://apnews.com/general-news-32f7e296aba11d7d749bb996cffe623b US executes Louisiana truck driver who killed daughter, 2]
Jim Burns, 75, American basketball player (Chicago Bulls, Dallas Chaparrals) and Illinois inspector general.[https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-jim-burns-governor-candidate-former-us-attorney-dies-20201212-bacm5ot7jrdwhp6afvljvg7rwe-story.html Former US Attorney Jim Burns dies at 75 following career that took him from basketball court to federal courthouse]
Per Carlsen, 72, Danish diplomat, ambassador to Lithuania (1997–2001), Russia and Belarus (2005–2010) and Latvia (2010–2015).[https://en.ehu.lt/news/obituary-per-carlsen/ Ambassador Per Carlsen obituary] (death announced on this date)
Artyom Chernov, 38, Russian ice hockey player (HC Vityaz, Metallurg Novokuznetsk), heart attack.[https://www.sport-express.ru/hockey/reviews/hokkeist-artem-chernov-umer-v-vozraste-38-let-iz-za-problem-s-serdcem-1737404/ «Игрок интеллекта. Сравнил бы с Дацюком». Большой российский талант ушел из жизни в 38 лет] {{in lang|ru}}
Beryl Cunningham, 74, Jamaican actress and model.[https://www.ansa.it/sito/notizie/cultura/cinema/2021/04/24/scompare-beryl-cunningham-la-musa-del-dio-serpente_a838e378-778c-4a84-9d38-20b2ae06b6b9.html Scompare Beryl Cunningham la musa del Dio serpente] {{in lang|it}}
Farid Abraão David, 76, Brazilian politician, mayor of Nilópolis (2001–2009, 2017–2020), COVID-19.[https://nilopolisonline.com.br/2020/12/11/morre-o-prefeito-de-nilopolis-farid-abrao-david/ Morre o prefeito de Nilópolis, Farid Abrão David] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210418120137/https://nilopolisonline.com.br/2020/12/11/morre-o-prefeito-de-nilopolis-farid-abrao-david/ |date=2021-04-18 }} {{in lang|pt}}
Roy Douglas, 95, British academic and political activist.[https://www.landvaluetax.org/general/roy-douglas-1924-2020 Roy Douglas 1924-2020]{{Dead link|date=April 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
D. E. Ethiraj, 86, Indian footballer (Mysore, national team).[https://www.insidethegames.biz/articles/1102043/india-ethiraj-passes-away India's Asian Games football champion Ethiraj passes away]
Gotthilf Fischer 92, German choral conductor (Fischer-Chöre).[https://www.n-tv.de/leute/Chorleiter-Gotthilf-Fischer-ist-tot-article22240665.html Chorleiter Gotthilf Fischer ist tot] {{in lang|de}}
James Flynn, 86, American-born New Zealand intelligence researcher.[https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/otago-academic-giant-jim-flynn-dies Otago academic 'giant' Jim Flynn dies]
Đurđa Ivezić, 84, Croatian actress (H-8, Back of the Medal, The Magician's Hat), COVID-19.[https://www.vecernji.hr/kultura/od-posljedica-koronavirusa-preminula-poznata-hrvatska-glumica-durda-ivezic-1453108 Od posljedica koronavirusa preminula poznata hrvatska glumica Đurđa Ivezić] {{in lang|hr}}
Carol R. Johnson, 91, American landscape architect.[https://www.archpaper.com/2020/12/landscape-architect-carol-r-johnson-passes-away-at-91/ Pioneering landscape architect Carol R. Johnson passes away at 91]
Ian Johnston, 91, Canadian Olympic field hockey player.[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/north-vancouver-bc/reginald-johnston-9950972 Mr. Reginald Ian Hallam Johnston]
Boniface Kabaka, Kenyan politician, senator (since 2017), stroke.[https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2020-12-11-machakos-senator-boniface-mutinda-kabaka-is-dead/ Machakos Senator Boniface Mutinda Kabaka is dead]
Kim Ki-duk, 59, South Korean film director (The Isle, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring, 3-Iron), complications from COVID-19.[https://web.archive.org/web/20201211165336/https://in.reuters.com/article/health-coronavirus-southkorea-filmmaker-idINKBN28L209 South Korean filmmaker Kim Ki-duk dies from COVID-19 complications]
Alva Hugh Maddox, 90, American jurist, justice of the Supreme Court of Alabama (1969–2001).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/montgomeryadvertiser/obituary.aspx?pid=197279893 Alva Hugh Maddox]
Malik, 72, Belgian comic book artist (Cupidon).[https://www.lavenir.net/cnt/dmf20201211_01536599/le-papa-de-cupidon-malik-decede-dans-un-incendie-a-ramillies Le papa de Cupidon, Malik, décède dans un incendie à Ramillies] {{in lang|fr}}
Sam Nda-Isaiah, 58, Nigerian political columnist, entrepreneur and journalist, founder of Leadership.[https://nairametrics.com/2020/12/12/leadership-publisher-nda-isaiah-is-dead/ Leadership publisher, Nda-Isaiah, is dead]
Joseph Nyagah, 72, Kenyan politician, COVID-19.[https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2020-12-11-former-minister-joe-nyaga-is-dead/ Former minister Joe Nyaga is dead]
Assad Rizk, 89, Lebanese physician and politician.[https://www.laumcrh.com/about-us/in-memory-of-dr-assaad-rizk In Memory of Dr. Assaad Rizk]
Sven Sachsalber, 33, Italian artist.[https://news.artnet.com/art-world/sven-sachsalber-dead-at-33-1932880 Sven Sachsalber, an Inventive and Wily Italian Artist Who Was on the Rise in New York’s Art Scene, Has Died at 33]
Lev Shcheglov, 74, Russian sexologist and psychotherapist, COVID-19.[https://www.rosbalt.ru/piter/2020/12/11/1877680.html Известный российский ученый-сексолог Лев Щеглов умер от коронавируса] {{in lang|ru}}
Charlotte Tillar Schexnayder, 96, American politician, member of the Arkansas House of Representatives (1985–1999).[https://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2020/12/13/charlotte-schexnayder-dumas-editor-and-former-legislator-dies-at-96 Charlotte Schexnayder, long-time Dumas editor and former legislator, dies at 96]
Mongkol Na Songkhla, 79, Thai politician, minister of public health (2006–2008), cancer.[https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2034283/former-health-minister-mongkol-dies-at-79 Former health minister Mongkol dies at 79]
Andrzej Tomaszewicz, 77, Polish historian and politician, Solidarity activist, senator (1989–1991).[https://sieradz.naszemiasto.pl/nie-zyje-andrzej-tomaszewicz-to-byly-senator-rp-i/ar/c1-8041431 Nie żyje Andrzej Tomaszewicz. To były senator RP i nauczyciel Jagiellończyka] {{in lang|pl}}
Richard Tötterman, 94, Finnish diplomat.[https://hs.mediadelivery.fi/img/658/93b338b901c544f8aa0ec36fe962b025.png Richard Evert Björnson Tötterman] {{in lang|fi}}
Leslie Ungerleider, 74, American experimental psychologist and neuroscientist.[https://www.nature.com/articles/s41593-021-00808-6 Leslie G. Ungerleider (1946–2020): the multiple careers of a single extraordinary scientist]
Irena Veisaitė, 92, Lithuanian theatre scholar and human rights activist, COVID-19.[https://www.lrt.lt/naujienos/kultura/12/1292348/mire-koronavirusu-sirgusi-literaturologe-teatrologe-irena-veisaite Mirė koronavirusu sirgusi literatūrologė, teatrologė Irena Veisaitė] {{in lang|lt}}

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James Atwell, 74, British Anglican priest, dean of St Edmundsbury (2000–2006) and Winchester (2006–2016).[https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/the-very-reverend-james-atwell-passes-away-6854444 Dean who transformed cathedral into leading Suffolk iconic building dies]
Bird Averitt, 68, American basketball player (San Antonio Spurs, Kentucky Colonels, Buffalo Braves), ABA champion (1975).[https://www.poundingtherock.com/2020/12/16/22176727/former-san-antonio-spurs-shooting-guard-bird-averitt-dies Former Spurs shooting guard Bird Averitt dies]
Ronald James Baker, 96, Canadian academic administrator, president of the University of Prince Edward Island (1969–1978).{{Cite web |url=http://www.sfu.ca/english/news/blog/remembering-dr-ronald-j--baker-oc.html |title=Remembering Dr. Ronald J. Baker OC |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-16 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201216232425/http://www.sfu.ca/english/news/blog/remembering-dr-ronald-j--baker-oc.html |url-status=dead }}
Claude Castonguay, 91, Canadian politician, educator and businessman, senator (1990–1992) and Quebec MNA (1970–1973).[https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/claude-castonguay-dies-1.5839393 Claude Castonguay, father of universal health care in Quebec, dies at 91]
Nicolas Chumachenco, 76, Polish violinist.[https://www.plateamagazine.com/noticias/10286-fallece-el-reconocido-violinista-nicolas-chumachenco-con-76-anos-de-edad Fallece el reconocido violinista Nicolas Chumachenco, con 76 años de edad] {{in lang|es}}
Escurinho, 90, Brazilian footballer (Villa Nova, Fluminense, national team).[https://globoesporte.globo.com/futebol/times/fluminense/noticia/aos-90-anos-morre-escurinho-idolo-do-fluminense-e-quinto-jogador-que-mais-atuou-pelo-clube.ghtml Aos 90 anos, morre Escurinho, ídolo do Fluminense e quinto jogador que mais atuou pelo clube] {{in lang|pt}}
Valentin Gaft, 85, Russian actor (Hello, I'm Your Aunt!, Say a Word for the Poor Hussar, Forgotten Melody for a Flute), People's Artist of the RSFSR (1984).[https://tass.ru/kultura/10240093 Умер Валентин Гафт] {{in lang|ru}}
Alfonso Gagliano, 78, Canadian politician, MP (1984–2002), minister of labour (1996–1997) and public works and government services (1997–2002).[https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/alfonso-gagliano-sponsorship-scandal-dies-at-78-1.5839617 Alfonso Gagliano, a central player in Liberal sponsorship scandal, dies at 78]
Victor Gnanapragasam, 80, Sri Lankan Roman Catholic prelate, vicar apostolic of Quetta (since 2001), heart attack.[https://www.ucanews.com/news/sri-lankan-missionary-bishop-dies-in-pakistan/90664 Sri Lankan missionary bishop dies in Pakistan]
Anneli Haaranen, 86, Finnish Olympic swimmer (1952).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/46601 Anneli Haaranen]
Terry Kay, 82, American author (To Dance with the White Dog), liver cancer.[https://www.ajc.com/news/terry-kay-georgias-prizewinning-accidental-author-dies-at-82/4LTCUDFA7JHVDBCKYMAL6MIHCU/ Terry Kay, Georgia’s prizewinning accidental author, dies at 82]
U. A. Khader, 85, Indian author, lung cancer.[https://www.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/ua-khader-passes-away-1.5274793 യു.എ. ഖാദര്‍ അന്തരിച്ചു; 'തൃക്കോട്ടൂര്‍ പെരുമ' ഇനി ചരിത്രം] {{in lang|ml}}
Damir Kukuruzović, 45, Croatian jazz guitarist, COVID-19.[https://www.gloria.hr/gl/fokus/preminuo-jedan-od-nasih-najboljih-jazz-gitarista-damir-kukuruzovic-borio-se-s-koronavirusom-15036483 Preminuo jedan od naših najboljih jazz gitarista. Damir Kukuruzović borio se s koronavirusom] {{in lang|hr}}
John le Carré, 89, British-Irish author (Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Night Manager, The Little Drummer Girl), pneumonia.[https://www.curtisbrown.co.uk/news/a-statement-from-jonny-geller-ceo-the-curtis-brown-group A statement from Jonny Geller, CEO, The Curtis Brown Group]
Motjeka Madisha, 25, South African footballer (Highlands Park, Mamelodi Sundowns, national team), traffic collision.[https://briefly.co.za/90701-motjeka-madisha-passes-hours-sundowns-celebrate-anniversary.html Motjeka Madisha passes away hours after Sundowns celebrate anniversary]
John McSeveney, 89, Scottish football player (Newport County, Hull City) and manager (Barnsley).[https://www.hullcitytigers.com/news/2020/december/john-mcseveney/ John McSeveney]
Janos Mohoss, 84, Swiss Olympic fencer (1972), COVID-19.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/23360 Janos Mohoss]
Dick Murphy, 89, American baseball player (Cincinnati Redlegs).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/9945836 Richard Murphy]
Dennis Parmenter, 69, American politician.[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/desmoinesregister/name/dennis-parmenter-obituary?pid=197320805 Dennis Parmenter]
Ferruccio Pisoni, 84, Italian politician, deputy (1968–1983).[https://www.rainews.it/tgr/trento/articoli/2020/12/tnt-ferruccio-pisoni-morte-deputato-trentini-nel-mondo-09be6ea8-6074-4a48-9a45-8d1d6f9af7ff.html E' morto Ferruccio Pisoni: l'impegno per i Trentini nel mondo] {{in lang|it}}
Jerzy Mikułowski Pomorski, 83, Polish sociologist, rector of the Kraków University of Economics (1990–1996).[https://dziennikzachodni.pl/zmarl-jerzy-mikulowski-pomorski-socjolog-zwiazany-z-uniwersytetem-slaskim-byl-promotorem-doktorantow-autorem-ksiazek-i/ar/c1-15343116 Zmarł Jerzy Mikułowski Pomorski. Socjolog związany z Uniwersytetem Śląskim. Był promotorem doktorantów, autorem książek i publikacji] {{in lang|pl}}
Charley Pride, 86, American Hall of Fame singer ("Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'", "Is Anybody Goin' to San Antone") and baseball player (Memphis Red Sox), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.cbsnews.com/dfw/news/country-music-legend-charley-pride-dies-covid-19-dallas/ Country Music Legend Charley Pride Dies Of COVID-19 Complications In Dallas]
Ann Reinking, 71, American choreographer and actress (Chicago, Fosse, Annie), Tony winner (1997).[https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/ann-reinking-dead-chicago-1234853416/ Ann Reinking, Tony Winner and Star of Broadway’s ‘Chicago,’ Dies at 71]
Jack Steinberger, 99, German-born American physicist, Nobel Prize laureate (1988).[https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/jan/11/jack-steinberger-obituary Jack Steinberger obituary]
Alex Treves, 91, Italian-born American Olympic fencer.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/23810 Alex Treves]
Gene Tyranny, 75, American avant-garde composer and pianist, diabetes.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/23/arts/music/blue-gene-tyranny-dead.html ‘Blue’ Gene Tyranny, Whose Music Melded Genres, Dies at 75]
Gloria Vaughn, 84, American politician, member of the New Mexico House of Representatives (1995–2010).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/alamogordonews/obituary.aspx?pid=197319069 Gloria Vaughn]
John Ffowcs Williams, 85, British engineer.[https://www.emma.cam.ac.uk/about/news/?id=489 John 'Shôn' Ffowcs-Williams, 1935-2020]
Fikre Selassie Wogderess, 75, Ethiopian politician, prime minister (1987–1989), complications from diabetes.[https://www.geeskaafrika.com/ethiopia-fikre-selassie-wogderess-former-pm-passes-away-at-75/ Ethiopia: Fikre Selassie Wogderess Former Prime Minister Passes Away at 75]
Ruhollah Zam, 42, Iranian political activist and journalist, execution by hanging.[https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/455652/Iran-executes-Ruhollah-Zam Iran executes Ruhollah Zam]

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Joseph Bachelder III, 88, American lawyer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/28/business/joseph-bachelder-iii-dead.html Joseph Bachelder III, Engineer of the Golden Parachute, Dies at 88]
Amedeo Baldizzone, 60, Italian football player (Atalanta, Cagliari, Piacenza) and coach.[https://www.calciocasteddu.it/2020/12/13/la-morte-di-amedeo-baldizzone-lex-rossoblu-aveva-60-anni/ La morte di Amedeo Baldizzone. L’ex rossoblù aveva 60 anni] {{in lang|it}}
Frank Baumann, 87, American baseball player (Boston Red Sox, Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs).[https://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/player.php?p=baumafr01 Frank Baumann Stats]
Laszlo Berkowits, 92, Hungarian-born American Reform rabbi and Holocaust survivor.{{Cite web |url=https://www.templerodefshalom.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Amys-Letter-for-website.pdf |title=HaMakom y'nakhem otam. . . |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201221174737/https://www.templerodefshalom.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Amys-Letter-for-website.pdf |url-status=dead }}
Otto Barić, 87, Croatian football player (Lokomotiva Zagreb) and manager (Rapid Wien, national team), COVID-19.[https://www.kleinezeitung.at/sport/fussball/oesterreich/bundesliga/sksturm/5911062/Mit-87-Jahren_Trainerlegende-Otto-Baric-an-Corona-verstorben Mit 87 JahrenTrainerlegende Otto Baric an Corona verstorben] {{in lang|de}}
Robert Bloxom, 83, American politician, Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry (2005–2010) and member of the House of Delegates (1978–2004).[https://www.easternshorepost.com/2020/12/14/shore-statesman-robert-s-bloxom-sr-dies/ Shore Statesman Robert S. Bloxom Sr. Dies]
Dirk Bolt, 90, Dutch architect and urban planner.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/nzherald-nz/obituary.aspx?pid=197317230 Dirk (Architect) Bolt]
Jorge Bruni, 79, Uruguayan politician and lawyer, minister of the interior (2009–2010).[https://www.elpais.com.uy/informacion/politica/fallecio-jorge-bruni-exministro-frenteamplista.html Falleció Jorge Bruni, exministro frenteamplista] {{in lang|es}}
Greg Burdine, 61, American politician, member of the Alabama House of Representatives (2010–2014).[https://vintageharlemws.com/gregory-keith-burdine-obituaries.html Gregory Keith Burdine | Obituaries]
Carlos Eduardo Cadoca, 80, Brazilian lawyer and politician, member of the Chamber of Deputies (1999–2019), COVID-19.[https://g1.globo.com/pe/pernambuco/noticia/2020/12/13/ex-deputado-federal-cadoca-morre-aos-80-anos-devido-a-complicacoes-da-covid-19.ghtml Ex-deputado federal Cadoca morre aos 80 anos devido a complicações da Covid-19] {{in lang|pt}}
Al Cohen, 94, American magician.{{Cite web |url=https://www.washingtonjewishweek.com/73158/remembering-magician-teacher-of-prestidigitation-seller-of-arcane-tricks-al-cohen/featured-slider-post/ |title=Remembering Al Cohen, magician, teacher of prestidigitation, seller of arcane tricks |access-date=2021-01-05 |archive-date=2021-01-08 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210108204912/https://www.washingtonjewishweek.com/73158/remembering-magician-teacher-of-prestidigitation-seller-of-arcane-tricks-al-cohen/featured-slider-post/ |url-status=dead }}
Jimmy Collins, 74, American basketball player (Chicago Bulls) and coach (UIC Flames), complications from heart surgery.[https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/college/ct-jimmy-collins-uic-basketball-coach-dies-20201213-ccyjgchllzdp7eskrxxqpppadi-story.html Jimmy Collins, the longtime Illinois assistant who later coached Illinois-Chicago to 3 NCAA Tournaments in 14 seasons, dies at 74]
Ambrose Mandvulo Dlamini, 52, Swazi politician, prime minister (since 2018), COVID-19.[https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-eswatini/eswatinis-prime-minister-who-tested-positive-for-covid-19-dies-idUSKBN28N0VJ ESwatini's prime minister, who tested positive for COVID-19, dies]
John H. Elliott, 85, American biblical scholar.[https://www.legacy.com/amp/obituaries/sfgate/197355132 John Elliott]
Bannanje Govindacharya, 84, Indian literary scholar.[https://www.deccanherald.com/amp/state/karnataka-districts/padma-shri-bannanje-govindacharya-passes-away-926831.html Padma Shri Bannanje Govindacharya passes away]
R. Heli, 86, Indian agriculturalist and journalist, heart attack.[https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2020/dec/13/former-kerala-agriculture-university-directorfarm-journalism-pioneer-r-heli-passes-away-2235644.html Former Kerala Agriculture University director, farm journalism pioneer R Heli passes away]
Noer Muhammad Iskandar, 65, Indonesian Islamic cleric.[https://news.detik.com/berita/d-5293655/kh-noer-muhammad-iskandar-meninggal-dunia-ini-sosoknya KH. Noer Muhammad Iskandar Meninggal Dunia, Ini Sosoknya] {{in lang|id}}
Nur Hossain Kasemi, 75, Bangladeshi Islamic scholar, co-chair of Al-Haiatul Ulya (since 2020), secretary general of Jamiat Ulema (since 2015) and Hefazat (since 2020), respiratory failure.[https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/hefazat-secretary-nur-hossain-kasemi-passes-away Hefazat secretary Nur Hossain Kasemi passes away]
Yevgeny Khoroshevtsev, 76, Russian announcer and actor, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.gazeta.ru/social/news/2020/12/13/n_15356845.shtml Вдова «голоса Кремля» Хорошевцева назвала причину его смерти] {{in lang|ru}}
P. Krishnamoorthy, 77, Indian art director (Swathi Thirunal, Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, Vanna Vanna Pookkal) and costume designer.[https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/national-award-winning-art-director-p-krishnamoorthy-passes-away/articleshow/79714572.cms National Award winning art director P Krishnamoorthy passes away]
Pierre Lacroix, 72, Canadian ice hockey executive, president of the Quebec Nordiques and Colorado Avalanche (1994–2006), COVID-19.[https://www.tvasports.ca/2020/12/13/pierre-lacroix-rend-lame Pierre Lacroix décédé de la COVID-19] {{in lang|fr}}
Catie Lazarus, 44, American comedian, writer, and podcaster (Employee of the Month), breast cancer.[https://deadline.com/2020/12/catie-lazarus-dead-obituary-employee-of-the-month-show-host-podcast-was-44-1234656862/ Catie Lazarus Dies: ‘Employee Of The Month’ Stage Show Host & Podcaster Was 44]
Shahid Mahmood, 81, Pakistani cricketer (Karachi Whites, national team).[https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/758347-ex-test-cricketer-shahid-mahmood-passes-away Ex-Test cricketer Shahid Mahmood passes away]
Minoru Makihara, 90, English-born Japanese business executive (Mitsubishi Corporation), heart failure.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/25/business/minoru-makihara-dead.html Minoru Makihara, Who Ran Mitsubishi After It Stumbled, Dies at 90]
Philip Martin, 82, English television writer (Gangsters, Doctor Who, Z Cars).[https://downthetubes.net/?p=123915 In Memoriam: Doctor Who Writer Philip Martin]
Jimmy McLane, 90, American swimmer, Olympic champion (1948, 1952).[https://thelocalne.ws/2020/12/15/swimming-legend-james-jimmy-mclane-dies-age-90/ Swimming legend James “Jimmy” McLane dies age 90]
Helena de Menezes, 93, Brazilian Olympic sprinter.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/65494 Helena de Menezes]
Jaroslav Mostecký, 57, Czech science fiction writer, COVID-19.[https://www.blesk.cz/clanek/zpravy-koronavirus/663936/cesti-fanousci-sci-fi-a-fantasy-v-slzach-na-druhy-covid-zemrel-jaroslav-mostecky-57.html Čeští fanoušci sci-fi a fantasy v slzách: Na druhý covid zemřel Jaroslav Mostecký (†57)] {{in lang|cs}}
Leith Mullings, 75, Jamaican-born American anthropologist, president of the American Anthropological Association (2011–2013), cancer.[https://web.archive.org/web/20201223183354/https://www.gc.cuny.edu/Page-Elements/News/2020/December/Remembering-Distinguished-Professor-Leith-Mullings,-Pioneering-Anthropologist-Committed-to-Social-Ju Remembering Distinguished Professor Leith Mullings, Pioneering Anthropologist Committed to Social Justice]
William Imon Norwood, 79, American pediatric cardiac surgeon and physician.[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/abqjournal/name/william-norwood-obituary?id=7672805 Dr. William Norwood Jr.]
Rose Ochi, 81, Japanese-American attorney and civil rights activist, complications from COVID-19.[https://asamnews.com/2021/01/07/rose-ochi-who-fought-for-reparations-for-japanese-americans-dies-after-second-bout-of-covid-19/ Trailblazing lawyer Rose Ochi dies at 81]
Rose Pere, 83, New Zealand educationalist and conservationist.[https://www.stuff.co.nz/pou-tiaki/300183662/spiritual-leader-dr-rose-pere-has-died-aged-83 Spiritual leader Dr Rose Pere has died, aged 83]
Radhika Ranjan Pramanik, 87, Indian politician, MP (1989–2004).[https://www.indianexpress.com/article/india/tmc-leader-five-time-mp-pramanik-passes-away-7103795/ TMC leader, five-time MP Pramanik passes away]
Sal Rocca, 74, Italian-born American politician, member of the Michigan House of Representatives (1975–1980, 1983–1994, 2001–2004), COVID-19.[https://www.wxyz.com/news/former-macomb-county-commissioner-sal-rocca-dies-of-covid-19-at-74 Former Macomb County Commissioner Sal Rocca dies of COVID-19 at 74]
Barry Sonshine, 72, Canadian Olympic equestrian (1968).[https://benjaminsparkmemorialchapel.ca/ServiceDetails.aspx?snum=137121&fg=0&AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1 Barry Sonshine]
Pauline Anna Strom, 74, American electronic music producer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/28/arts/music/pauline-anna-strom-dead.html Pauline Anna Strom, Composer of Enduring Electronic Sounds, Dies at 74]
Paul Wass, 95, American politician, member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives (1977–1990).[https://www.wccsradio.com/2020/12/15/former-indiana-county-commissioner-state-rep-paul-wass-passes-away/ Former Indiana County commissioner, state rep Paul Wass passes away]
Reginald Wilson, 93, American psychologist.[https://newpol.org/reginald-wilson-a-black-american-socialist-1927-2020/ Reginald Wilson: A Black American Socialist (1927-2020)]

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Elbrus Abbasov, 69–70, Azerbaijani footballer (SKA Rostov-on-Don, Neftchi Baku PFC) and manager (Qarabağ), COVID-19.[https://azerifootball.com/ru/13/news/47223.html Скончался от коронавируса Эльбрус Аббасов. Он был лучшим бомбардиром Первой лиги СССР в 1976-м году] {{in lang|ru}}
Benjamin Abeles, 95, Austrian physicist.[https://www.idnes.cz/technet/veda/benjamin-abeles-fyzik-raf.A201214_192614_veda_pka Zemřel fyzik Bedřich Abeles. Sloužil v RAF, vynalezl pohon pro Voyager] {{in lang|cs}}
Herman Asaribab, 56, Indonesian army officer, deputy chief of staff (since 2020), commander of Cendrawasih (2019–2020) and Tanjungpura (2019).[https://news.detik.com/berita/d-5294442/wakasad-letjen-herman-asaribab-meninggal-dunia-di-rspad-gatot-soebroto Wakasad Letjen Herman Asaribab Meninggal Dunia di RSPAD Gatot Soebroto] {{in lang|id}}
Mamye BaCote, 81, American politician, member of the Virginia House of Delegates (2004–2016).[https://www.dailypress.com/government/virginia/dp-nw-bacote-obituary-20201214-asqkyntilvdtbcy2d7wabe7nt4-story.html Mamye BaCote, influential former Newport News delegate, dies at 81]
Claudio Baiocchi, 80, Italian mathematician.[https://umi.dm.unibo.it/2020/12/15/scomparsa-del-professor-claudio-baiocchi/ Scomparsa del Professor Claudio Baiocchi] {{in lang|it}}
Marvin Bell, 83, American professor and poet, poet laureate of Iowa (2000–2004).[https://littlevillagemag.com/marvin-bell-obituary/ Marvin Bell, UI professor and first Iowa Poet Laureate, has died]
Jim Berry, 75, Canadian soccer player (national team), Parkinson's disease and heart failure.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/thespec/obituary.aspx?pid=197408891&fhid=11258 James Walter Berry]
Alpha Boucher, 77, Canadian actor, cancer.[https://www.journaldemontreal.com/2020/12/16/deces-du-comedien-alpha-boucher-1 Décès du comédien Alpha Boucher] {{in lang|fr}}
Don Calhoun, 68, American football player (New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills).[https://www.thejacksonmortuary.com/obituary/donald-calhoun Donald Clevester Calhoun, Sr.]
Demetrios James Caraley, 88, American political scientist.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/nytimes/obituary.aspx?pid=197315793 Demetrios Caraley]
Vera Carstairs, 95, British social scientist.[https://web.archive.org/web/20210107165419/https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/vera-carstairs-obituary?pid=197316852 Dr Vera Dorris Lilian Carstairs]
Paul M. Cook, 96, American businessman, founder of Raychem.[https://www.sri.com/announcements/paul-cook-former-sri-board-member-and-founder-of-sri-spin-out-raychem-passes-at-96/ Paul Cook, former SRI board member and founder of SRI spin-out Raychem, Passes at 96]
Eric Freeman, 76, Australian cricketer (South Australia, national team), heart attack.[https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-12-15/cricketer-and-sanfl-footballer-eric-freeman-dies/12984524 Former Australian Test cricketer and SANFL footballer Eric 'Fritzy' Freeman dies aged 76]
Joe Frickleton, 85, Scottish football player (East Stirlingshire) and manager (Highlands Park, Kaizer Chiefs), complications from dementia.[https://www.news24.com/sport/soccer/psl/psl-mourns-the-loss-of-former-chiefs-pirates-highlands-park-coach-joe-frickleton-20201216 PSL mourns the loss of former Chiefs, Pirates, Highlands Park coach Joe Frickleton]
Segundo Galicia Sánchez, 82, Peruvian professor and sociologist.[https://www.jornada.com.mx/ultimas/estados/2020/12/14/fallece-segundo-galicia-sanchez-catedratico-de-la-uas-3070.html Fallece Segundo Galicia Sánchez catedrático de la UAS] {{in lang|es}}
Gérard Houllier, 73, French football manager (Liverpool, Lyon, national team), complications from heart surgery.[https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/dec/14/gerard-houllier-former-liverpool-and-france-manager-dies-aged-73 Gérard Houllier, former Liverpool and France manager, dies aged 73]
Huang Zongying, 95, Chinese actress (Rhapsody of Happiness, Crows and Sparrows, Women Side by Side).[https://www.shine.cn/news/metro/2012141588/ China's 'darling girl' dies at the age of 95]
Earl Hutto, 94, American politician, member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1979–1995) and Florida House of Representatives (1972–1976).[https://weartv.com/news/local/earl-hutto-former-nw-florida-congressman-and-wear-sports-director-passes-at-94 Earl Hutto, former NW Florida Congressman and WEAR sports director, passes at 94]
Benichandra Jamatia, 90, Indian writer.[https://www.eastmojo.com/tripura/2020/12/14/tripura-tribal-litterateur-padma-shri-beni-chandra-jamatia-passes-away Tripura tribal litterateur Padma Shri Beni Chandra Jamatia passes away]
Lamine Khene, 89, Algerian politician.[https://twala.info/fr/fil-dactualite/deces-de-lamine-khene-ancien-ministre-et-membre-du-gpra/ Décès de Lamine Khène, ancien ministre et membre du GPRA] {{in lang|fr}}
Richard Laird, 81, American politician, member of the Alabama House of Representatives (1978–2014), COVID-19.[https://yellowhammernews.com/former-state-rep-richard-laird-dies-after-battling-covid-19/ Former State Rep. Richard Laird dies after battling COVID-19]
Michael F. Land, 78, British neurobiologist.[https://epaper.thetimes.com/app/THE343 Land]
Piotr Machalica, 65, Polish actor (Hero of the Year, Dekalog: Nine, A Short Film About Love), COVID-19.[https://dziennikzachodni.pl/piotr-machalica-nie-zyje-zegnaj-piekny-i-czuly-ksiaze-napisala-krystyna-janda-aktor-zmarl-na-covid-w-warszawie-mial-65-lat/ar/c1-15344057 Piotr Machalica nie żyje. "Żegnaj, piękny i czuły książę" - napisała Krystyna Janda. Aktor zmarł na COVID w Warszawie. Miał 65 lat] {{in lang|pl}}
Tony Morrin, 74, English footballer (Exeter City, Stockport County, Bury).[https://www.stockportcounty.com/rest-in-peace-tony-morrin/ Rest in Peace, Tony Morrin]
Jeannie Morris, 85, American sports journalist (Chicago American, Chicago Daily News) and author, appendix cancer.[https://www.espn.com/espn/story/_/id/30522174/groundbreaking-sports-journalist-jeannie-morris-dies-age-85 Groundbreaking sports journalist Jeannie Morris dies at age 85]
Roddam Narasimha, 87, Indian aerospace engineer and fluid dynamicist, brain hemorrhage.[https://www.deccanherald.com/national/aerospace-scientist-roddam-narasimha-passes-away-927421.html Aerospace scientist Roddam Narasimha passes away]
Milomir Odović, 65, Bosnian football player (Željezničar Sarajevo, Linz) and manager (Slavija Sarajevo).[https://www.novosti.rs/sport/fudbal/945269/boze-dokle-vise-preminuo-milomir-odovic-legendarni-fudbaler-trener-zeljeznicara Preminuo Milomir Odović legendarni fudbaler i trener Željezničara] {{in lang|bs}}
Jack Page, 70, American politician, member of the Alabama House of Representatives (1993–2010), COVID-19.[https://www.gadsdentimes.com/story/news/2020/12/15/former-legislator-jack-page-dies/3915113001/ Jack Page, longtime legislator representing Gadsden, dies at 70]
Paulo César dos Santos, 68, Brazilian musician (Roupa Nova), complications from COVID-19.[https://g1.globo.com/rj/rio-de-janeiro/noticia/2020/12/14/paulinho-integrante-do-roupa-nova-morre-no-rio.ghtml Paulinho, vocalista do Roupa Nova, morre no Rio aos 68 anos após contrair Covid-19] {{in lang|pt}}
Günter Sawitzki, 88, German footballer (VfB Stuttgart, national team).[https://www.vfb.de/de/vfb/aktuell/neues/club/2020/trauer-um-guenter-sawitzki/ Tiefe Trauer um Günter Sawitzki] {{in lang|de}}
George Sharples, 77, English footballer (Blackburn Rovers, Everton, Southport), esophageal cancer.[https://www.rovers.co.uk/news/2020/december/rovers-sadness-over-sharples/ Rovers sadness over Sharples]
Hanna Stankówna, 82, Polish actress (The Real End of the Great War, Lokis, The Third Part of the Night).[https://www.tvp.info/51354727/hanna-stankowna-nie-zyje-aktorka-miala-82-lata Nie żyje aktorka Hanna Stankówna] {{in lang|pl}}
Dennis B. Sullivan, 93, American brigadier general.[https://obits.gazette.com/obituaries/gazette/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=197471493 Dennis B. Sullivan]
José María de la Torre Martín, 68, Mexican Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Aguascalientes (since 2008), COVID-19.[https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/estados/contagios-por-festejo-del-leon-se-veran-en-15-dias “Contagios por festejo del León se verán en 15 días”] {{in lang|es}}
Totilas, 20, Dutch dressage horse, world championship winner (2010), colic.[https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/totilas-died-aged-20-colic-733007 Totilas dies aged 20: dressage world mourns loss of global superstar]
Darold Treffert, 87, American psychiatrist and research director.[https://www.fdlreporter.com/story/news/2020/12/14/fond-du-lacs-dr-darold-treffert-leaves-legacy-work-in-savant-syndrome-autism-disorders/6546052002/ Dr. Darold Treffert, Fond du Lac's pioneer in the world of the savant mind, leaves behind legacy]
Seppo Vainio, 83, Finnish Olympic ice hockey player (1960).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/98512 Seppo Vainio]
Marcelo Veiga, 56, Brazilian football player (Santos, Internacional) and manager (Bragantino), complications from COVID-19.[https://globoesporte.globo.com/sp/vale-do-paraiba-regiao/futebol/noticia/tecnico-marcelo-veiga-morre-apos-ser-internado-com-covid-19.ghtml Manager Marcelo Veiga dies after being hospitalized due to COVID-19] {{in lang|pt}}
Tarcisius Gervazio Ziyaye, 71, Malawian Roman Catholic prelate, archbishop of Lilongwe (since 2001).[https://www.nyasatimes.com/lilongwe-archbishop-ziyaye-dies Lilongwe Archbishop Ziyaye Dies]

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John Aldred, 99, English sound engineer (Anne of the Thousand Days, Mary, Queen of Scots, Dr. Strangelove).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/worthingherald-uk/obituary.aspx?pid=197552091 John Aldred]{{Dead link|date=October 2022 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
Awesome Again, 26, Canadian Hall of Fame racehorse and sire.[https://thepressboxlts.com/awesome-again-passes-away/ Awesome Again Passes Away]
Ungku Abdul Aziz, 98, Malaysian economist, vice-chancellor of the University of Malaya (1968–1988).[https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2020/12/15/academic-giant-royal-prof-ungku-aziz-dies-at-98/1932197 Academic giant Royal Prof Ungku Aziz dies at 98]
Irving Banister, 87, American guitarist.[https://obits.nola.com/obituaries/nola/obituary.aspx?n=irving-banister-sully&pid=197444982&fhid=25198 Irving "Sully" Banister Sr.]
Anthony Casso, 78, American mobster (Lucchese crime family), COVID-19.[https://www.bop.gov/resources/news/pdfs/20201216_press_release_tuc1.pdf Inmate Death at USP Tucson]
Caroline Cellier, 75, French actress (This Man Must Die, L'emmerdeur, A Thousand Billion Dollars).[https://www.ouest-france.fr/culture/l-actrice-caroline-cellier-connue-pour-ses-seconds-roles-est-decedee-a-75-ans-7088479 L’actrice Caroline Cellier, connue pour ses seconds rôles, est décédée à 75 ans] {{in lang|fr}}
Sudhir Chakraborty, 86, Indian anthropologist, heart attack.{{Cite web |url=https://www.azadhindnews.com/india-news/trending-india-news/bengali-cultural-anthropologist-sudhir-chakraborty-died-at-86/ |title=Bengali Cultural Anthropologist Sudhir Chakraborty Died At 86 |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201218213110/https://www.azadhindnews.com/india-news/trending-india-news/bengali-cultural-anthropologist-sudhir-chakraborty-died-at-86/ |url-status=dead }}
Frank Christopherson Jr., 93, American politician, member of the Wisconsin State Assembly (1959–1963) and the Senate (1963–1967).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201221174741/https://trn.trains.com/news/news-wire/2020/12/18-frank-w-christopherson--railroader-legislator-musuem-volunteer--dies-at-93 Frank W. Christopherson — railroader, legislator, museum volunteer — dies at 93]
Manuel Costas, 78, Spanish footballer (Sevilla FC).[https://www.lavanguardia.com/deportes/20201215/6123693/fallece-costas-jugador-sevilla-anos-60-70.html Fallece Costas, jugador del Sevilla en los años 60 y 70] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210122195339/https://www.lavanguardia.com/deportes/20201215/6123693/fallece-costas-jugador-sevilla-anos-60-70.html |date=2021-01-22 }} {{in lang|es}}
Orlando Duarte, 88, Brazilian sports journalist, COVID-19.[https://entretenimento.r7.com/prisma/flavio-ricco/orlando-durte-comentarista-esportivo-morre-vitima-de-covid-19-15122020 Orlando Durte, comentarista esportivo, morre vítima de covid-19] {{in lang|pt}}
Feng Duan, 97, Chinese physicist, member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and delegate to the National People's Congress (1983–1994).[https://www.bjnews.com.cn/detail/160810570415610.html 著名物理学家、中科院院士冯端逝世享年98岁] {{in lang|zh}}
Paul Foreman, 81, Jamaican Olympic long jumper (1960), Commonwealth Games gold medalist (1958).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/72275 Paul Foreman]
Donald Fowler, 85, American politician, chair of the Democratic National Committee (1995–1997), leukemia complicated by COVID-19.[https://www.postandcourier.com/politics/former-dnc-sc-democratic-party-chairman-don-fowler-dies-at-85/article_db3f8ee0-3f08-11eb-a956-8318a49c44ca.html Former DNC, SC Democratic Party chairman Don Fowler dies at 85]
Jorge García, 63, Spanish footballer (Deportivo de La Coruña).[https://www.lavanguardia.com/deportes/20201215/6124511/depor-llora-muerte-one-club-man-jorge-garcia-santos.html El Depor llora la muerte de uno de sus 'one club man', Jorge García Santos] {{in lang|es}}
George Gibbs, 83, British special effects artist (Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Alien 3), Oscar winner (1985, 1989).[https://www.bafta.org/heritage/in-memory-of/george-gibbs George Gibbs]
Jim Gorst, 98, Canadian politician.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/TimesColonist/obituary.aspx?pid=197358093 James Henry Gorst]
Alejandro Grullón, 91, Dominican banker.[https://dominicantoday.com/dr/people/2020/12/15/dominican-republics-iconic-banker-dies-at-91/ Dominican Republic’s iconic banker dies at 91]
Fati Habib-Jawula, 78, Ghanaian diplomat.[https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/former-council-of-state-member-passes-away.html Former Council of State Member passes away]
James Havard, 83, American painter.[http://www.johnmolloygallery.com/james-havard.html James Havard]
Rita Houston, 59, American DJ (WFUV), ovarian cancer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/30/obituaries/rita-houston-dead.html Rita Houston, WFUV D.J. Who Lifted Music Careers, Dies at 59]
Paul Lamey, 81, American Olympic bobsledder (1968, 1972).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/89381 Paul Lamey]
Jean-Pierre Lux, 74, French rugby union player (US Tyrosse, US Dax, national team) and administrator.[https://www.rugbyrama.fr/rugby/jean-pierre-lux-est-decede_sto8033669/story.shtml Jean-Pierre Lux est décédé] {{in lang|fr}}
Paul Nihill, 81, British race walker, Olympic silver medallist (1964), COVID-19.[https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/former-olympian-dies-of-covid-239371/ Medway's Olympic silver medallist, Paul Nihill, dies of Covid-19]
Tommy Ord, 68, English footballer (Rochester Lancers, Vancouver Whitecaps, Seattle Sounders).{{Cite web |url=https://www.rochesterlancers.com/blog/goodbye-tommy-ord-former-nasl-lancers-passes-away |title=Goodbye Tommy: Ord, former NASL Lancer passes away |access-date=2021-01-21 |archive-date=2021-01-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210118040710/https://www.rochesterlancers.com/blog/goodbye-tommy-ord-former-nasl-lancers-passes-away |url-status=dead }}
Zoltan Sabo, 48, Serbian-Hungarian football player (Vojvodina, Partizan) and manager (Hajduk Kula), pulmonary embolism.[https://www.dnevnik.rs/sport/fudbal/preminuo-zoltan-sabo-15-12-2020 Преминуо Золтан Сабо] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201215185314/https://www.dnevnik.rs/sport/fudbal/preminuo-zoltan-sabo-15-12-2020 |date=2020-12-15 }} {{in lang|sr}}
Noureddine Saïl, 73, Moroccan film critic and writer, COVID-19.[https://www.albawabhnews.com/4214784 ناقد مغربي : نور الدين الصايل عراب السينما المغربية] {{in lang|ar}}
Bruce Seals, 67, American basketball player (Seattle SuperSonics, Utah Stars).[https://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/12/15/sports/bruce-seals-former-abanba-pro-longtime-dorchester-icon-dies-67/ Bruce Seals, former ABA/NBA pro and longtime Dorchester icon, dies at 67] {{subscription required}}
Lerrel Sharp, 87, Australian footballer (Collingwood).[https://forever.collingwoodfc.com.au/players/lerrel-sharp/ Lerrel Sharp]
Charles Shere, 85, American composer.[https://www.sfcv.org/articles/music-news/rip-charles-shere-bay-area-music-presence-six-decades R.I.P. Charles Shere, Bay Area Music Presence for Six Decades]
Petro Slobodyan, 67, Ukrainian football player (Dynamo Kyiv, Soviet Union national team) and manager (Obolon Kyiv).[http://www.fcdynamo.kiev.ua/allnews/news/umer_petr_slobodyan/ Помер Петро Слободян] {{in lang|uk}}
Saufatu Sopoanga, 68, Tuvaluan politician, prime minister (2002–2004).[https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/new-zealand-mourns-passing-former-tuvalu-prime-minister New Zealand mourns passing of former Tuvalu Prime Minister]

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Yaakov Agmon, 91, Israeli theatre producer, manager and director.[https://www.ynetnews.com/article/Bk9nxKw3w Renowned director Yaakov Agmon dies at 91]
Ian Armstrong, 83, Australian politician, NSW MP (1981–2007) and deputy premier of New South Wales (1993–1995).[https://www.farmonline.com.au/story/7058965/former-nsw-agriculture-minister-deputy-premier-ian-armstrong-dies/ Ex-NSW deputy premier Ian Armstrong, former NSW Deputy Premier dies at 83]
Waldemaro Bartolozzi, 93, Italian racing cyclist.[https://www.lanazione.it/firenze/sport/lutto-nel-ciclismo-è-morto-waldemaro-bartolozzi-1.5821748 Lutto nel ciclismo, è morto Waldemaro Bartolozzi] {{in lang|it}}
William Beaty Boyd, 97, American academic administrator, president of Central Michigan University (1968–1975) and University of Oregon (1975–1980).[https://around.uoregon.edu/content/william-boyd-former-uo-president-dies-home-age-97 William Boyd, former UO president, dies at home at age 97]
Emil Cadkin, 100, American composer (The Big Fix, The Killer Shrews).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/mission-hills-ca/emil-cadkin-9954255 Emil Milton Cadkin]
Jeff Clayton, 66, American jazz saxophonist, complications from kidney cancer.[https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/12/18/jazz-great-jeff-clayton-who-performed-with-sinatra-madonna-dies-at-65/ Jazz great Jeff Clayton, who performed with Sinatra, Madonna, dies at 65]
Flavio Cotti, 81, Swiss politician, president (1991, 1998) and member of the Federal Council (1986–1999), COVID-19.[https://www.srf.ch/news/schweiz/alt-bundesrat-flavio-cotti-ist-tot È morto Flavio Cotti] {{in lang|it}}
Marcus D'Amico, 55, German-born British actor (Tales of the City, Full Metal Jacket, Superman II), pneumonia.[https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/marcus-damico-dead-55-tales-of-the-city-1234876059/ Marcus D’Amico, ‘Tales of the City’ Actor, Dies at 55]
Tesfaye Gessesse, 83, Ethiopian actor, general director of the Hager Fikir Theatre (1974–1975).[https://www.geeskaafrika.com/ethiopia-associate-prof-tesfaye-gessesse-passes-away-at-84/ Ethiopia: Associate Prof Tesfaye Gessesse Passes Away At 84]
Jean Graetz, 90, American civil rights activist, lung cancer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/19/us/jean-graetz-dead.html Jean Graetz, White Supporter of Civil Rights in Alabama, Dies at 90]
Bill Holm, 95, American art historian and author.[https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/obituaries/bill-holm-a-giant-of-native-northwest-coast-art-dies-at-95/ Bill Holm, a giant of Native Northwest Coast art, dies at 95]
Irfan Husain, 76, Pakistani newspaper columnist (Dawn) and civil servant.[https://www.dawn.com/news/1596076/dawn-columnist-irfan-husain-passes-away-in-england Dawn columnist Irfan Husain passes away in England]
Steve Ingle, 74, English footballer (Bradford City, Wrexham), COVID-19.[https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/sport/18952893.former-bradford-city-full-back-ingle-dies-south-africa/ Former Bradford City full back Ingle dies in South Africa]
Peter Yariyok Jatau, 89, Nigerian Roman Catholic prelate, archbishop of Kaduna (1975–2007).[https://newsontimecomng.wordpress.com/2020/12/16/7569/ The Universal Church Lost A Unique Bishop]
Lenn Keller, 69, American photographer and archivist, cancer.[https://www.berkeleyside.com/2020/12/21/remembering-lenn-keller-founder-of-bay-area-lesbian-archives Remembering Lenn Keller, founder of Bay Area Lesbian Archives]
Valentyn Khodukin, 81, Ukrainian football player (Sokil Lviv) and manager (Skala Stryi, Dynamo Lviv).[http://tvoemisto.tv/news/u_lvovi_pomer_kolyshniy_trener_karpat_valentyn_hodukin_115978.html У Львові помер колишній тренер «Карпат» Валентин Ходукін] {{in lang|uk}}
Joseph Kyeong Kap-ryong, 90, South Korean Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Daejeon (1984–2005).[http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bkykr.html Bishop Joseph Kyeong Kap-ryong †]
Leticia Lee, 56, Hong Kong pro-establishment activist, COVID-19.[https://hongkongfp.com/2020/12/16/hong-kong-pro-beijing-activist-leticia-lee-dies-aged-56-reports/ Hong Kong pro-Beijing activist Leticia Lee dies aged 56]
Otto Leodolter, 84, Austrian ski jumper, Olympic bronze medalist (1960).[http://www.bestattung-eichberger.at/trauerfaelle/otto-franz-leodolter/ Otto Franz Leodolter] {{in lang|de}}
Carl Mann, 78, American rockabilly singer.[https://eu.commercialappeal.com/story/entertainment/music/2020/12/16/carl-mann-obit-sun-records-era-sam-phillips-memphis-music/3935073001/ Rockabilly great, 'Mona Lisa' hitmaker Carl Mann dead at 78]
Elizabeth Meckes, 40, American mathematician, colon cancer.[https://www.wiareport.com/2020/12/in-memoriam-elizabeth-samantha-meckes-1980-2020/ In Memoriam: Elizabeth Samantha Meckes, 1980-2020]
Brian Pickworth, 91, New Zealand Olympic fencer (1960).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/23040 Brian Pickworth]
Kálmán Sóvári, 79, Hungarian footballer (Újpesti Dózsa, national team).[https://szovetseg.mlsz.hu/hir/elhunyt-sovari-kalman Elhunyt Sóvári Kálmán] {{in lang|hu}}
Wacław Szybalski, 99, Polish biotechnologist and oncologist.[https://www.uj.edu.pl/wiadomosci/-/journal_content/56_INSTANCE_d82lKZvhit4m/10172/146855782 Nie żyje profesor Wacław Szybalski] {{in lang|pl}}
Lorenzo Taliaferro, 28, American football player (Baltimore Ravens), heart attack.[https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30536103/former-baltimore-ravens-running-back-lorenzo-taliaferro-dies-28 Former Ravens RB Lorenzo Taliaferro dies at 28]
Stephen Tjephe, 65, Burmese Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Loikaw (since 2015).[https://www.mondoemissione.it/pime-news/la-diocesi-di-loikaw-in-myanmar-piange-il-vescovo-stephen/ La diocesi di Loikaw in Myanmar piange il vescovo Stephen] {{in lang|it}}
Adela de Torrebiarte, 71, Guatemalan politician, deputy (since 2020), president of the National Football Federation (2016–2017) and minister of the interior (2007–2008), lung cancer.[https://www.prensalibre.com/guatemala/politica/fallece-la-diputada-adela-de-torrebiarte-breaking/ Fallece la diputada Adela Camacho de Torrebiarte] {{in lang|es}}
Renê Weber, 59, Brazilian football player (Vitória de Guimarães, national team) and manager (Caxias), COVID-19.[https://globoesporte.globo.com/futebol/times/botafogo/noticia/ex-jogador-do-fluminense-e-auxiliar-tecnico-rene-weber-morre-no-rio-de-janeiro-em-decorrencia-da-covid-19.ghtml Ex-jogador do Fluminense e auxiliar técnico, Renê Weber morre no Rio de Janeiro em decorrência da Covid-19] {{in lang|pt}}

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Namat Abdullah, 74, Malaysian footballer (Penang, national team), colorectal cancer.[https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2020/12/17/former-national-footballer-namat-abdullah-dies-aged-76 Former national footballer Namat Abdullah dies aged 74]
Franck Balandier, 68, French writer.[https://www.livreshebdo.fr/article/deces-de-lecrivain-franck-balandier Décès de l'écrivain Franck Balandier] {{in lang|fr}}
Donato Bilancia, 69, Italian serial killer, COVID-19.[https://www.padovaoggi.it/cronaca/morto-carcere-donato-bilancia-padova-17-dicembre-2020.html Morto in carcere Donato Bilancia: il serial killer aveva il Covid] {{in lang|it}}
Hacke Björksten, 86, Finnish-Swedish jazz bandleader and saxophonist.[https://www.svd.se/dodsannonser#/?query=hacke%20bj%C3%B6rksten Gunnar "Hacke" Björksten] {{in lang|sv}}
Paddy Blagden, 85, British army officer.[http://announcements.telegraph.co.uk/deaths/246403/blagden Blagden]
Abdelwahab Bouhdiba, 88, Tunisian academic and sociologist.[https://www.tunisienumerique.com/tunisie-abdelwahab-bouhdiba-nest-plus/ Tunisie: Abdelwahab Bouhdiba n'est plus] {{in lang|fr}}
Jeremy Bulloch, 75, English actor (Star Wars, The Spy Who Loved Me, Mary, Queen of Scots), complications from Parkinson's disease.[https://comicbook.com/movies/news/star-wars-boba-fett-actor-jeremy-bulloch-passing-empire-strikes-back/ Star Wars: Original Boba Fett Actor Jeremy Bulloch Dies at 75]
Krzysztof Bulski, 33, Polish chess player.[https://sport.onet.pl/szachy/krzysztof-bulski-nie-zyje-arcymistrz-szachowy-kim-byl-co-wygral/fxd4s8s Nie żyje arcymistrz szachowy Krzysztof Bulski. Miał zaledwie 33 lata] {{in lang|pl}}
Pierre Buyoya, 71, Burundian politician, president (1987–1993, 1996–2003), COVID-19.[https://www.iol.co.za/news/africa/burundis-pierre-buyoya-dies-from-covid-19-e47a69b8-8c26-40ce-b338-90a7bd7929d1 Burundi’s Pierre Buyoya dies from Covid-19]
Kim Chernin, 80, American feminist writer and poet, COVID-19.[https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/03/obituaries/kim-chernin-dead.html Kim Chernin, Who Wrote About Women, Weight and Identity, Dies at 80]
Stanley Cowell, 79, American jazz pianist, co-founder of Strata-East Records, hypovolemic shock.[https://www.wbgo.org/post/stanley-cowell-pianist-composer-and-educator-kaleidoscopic-view-jazz-dead-79 Stanley Cowell, Pianist, Composer and Educator with a Kaleidoscopic View of Jazz, Is Dead at 79]
Doug Crane, 85, American animator (He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, The Smurfs, Beavis and Butt-Head Do America), cancer.[https://deadline.com/2020/12/doug-crane-dies-animator-for-terrytoons-hanna-barbera-mtv-was-85-obituary-1234659878/ Doug Crane Dies: Animator For Terrytoons, Hanna-Barbera, MTV Was 85]
Rod Crewther, 75, Australian physicist.[https://skeptric.com/rod-crewther/ Rod Crewther: 23/09/1945 - 17/12/2020]
Les Dicker, 93, English footballer (Chelmsford City, Tottenham Hotspur, Southend United).{{Cite web |url=https://www.chelmsfordcityfc.com/news/rip-les-dicker-2594030.html |title=R.I.P Les Dicker |access-date=2021-01-11 |archive-date=2021-01-05 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210105145139/https://www.chelmsfordcityfc.com/news/rip-les-dicker-2594030.html |url-status=dead }}
Allen Dines, 99, American politician, member of the Colorado House of Representatives (1957–1966), Senate (1966–1974) and speaker (1965–1966).[https://www.denverpost.com/2021/02/08/allen-dines-dead-obit-colorado/ Former Colorado House speaker who donated land to Staunton State Park dies at 99]
Enrico Ferri, 78, Italian jurist and politician, minister of public works (1988–1989), deputy (1992–1994) and MEP (1989–2004).[https://iltirreno.gelocal.it/massa/cronaca/2020/12/17/news/addio-all-ex-ministro-ex-enrico-ferri-1.39671857 Addio all'ex ministro Enrico Ferri, fissò il limite dei 110 km all'ora in autostrada] {{in lang|it}}
Jim Fives, 91, Irish hurler and Gaelic footballer.[https://arcoireland.com/col-jim-fives-rip/ Col. Jim Fives RIP]
Maciej Grubski, 52, Polish politician, senator (2007–2019), COVID-19.[https://lodz.wyborcza.pl/lodz/7,35136,26617010,byly-lodzki-senator-nie-zyje.html Zmarł Maciej Grubski, były senator z Łodzi. Był zakażony koronawirusem] {{in lang|pl}}
Arnold D. Gruys, 92, American politician, member of the Minnesota House of Representatives (1967–1971), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.dingmannfuneral.com/obituary/Arnold-Gruys Arnold Donald Gruys]
Tom Hanneman, 68, American broadcaster (WCCO-TV, Fox Sports North) and sports commentator (Minnesota Timberwolves).[https://www.startribune.com/popular-fsn-brodcaster-tom-hanneman-dies/573431101/ Popular FSN broadcaster Tom Hanneman dies]
Jacó Roberto Hilgert, 94, Brazilian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Cruz Alta (1976–2002).[http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bhilgert.html Bishop Jacó Roberto Hilgert]
W. Nathaniel Howell, 81, American diplomat, ambassador to Kuwait (1987–1991).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/charlottesville-va/wilson-howell-9954650 Wilson Nathaniel Howell Jr.]
John Barnard Jenkins, 87, Welsh nationalist.[https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/prince-charles-investiture-bomb-campaign-19485643 Prince Charles' Investiture bomb campaign plotter remembered as 'one of Wales' greatest patriots']
Ejner Jensen, 91, Danish footballer (Vanløse IF, national team).[https://www.worldfootball.net/player_summary/ejner-jensen/ Ejner Jensen]
Valentin Kasabov, 62, Bulgarian politician, MP (since 2014), COVID-19.[https://sofiaglobe.com/2020/12/18/bulgarian-member-of-parliament-dies-of-covid-19/ Bulgarian member of Parliament dies of Covid-19]
Hennadiy Kernes, 61, Ukrainian politician, mayor of Kharkiv (since 2010), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.bbc.com/ukrainian/features-54502494 Помер Геннадій Кернес: мер Харкова, який виграв вибори з реанімації] {{in lang|uk}}
Iqbal Ahmad Khan, 66, Indian classical vocalist.[https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/art-and-culture/classical-music-maestro-ustad-iqbal-ahmed-khan-dies-at-66-7108745/ Classical music maestro Ustad Iqbal Ahmed Khan dies at 66]
Tuncay Mataracı, 85, Turkish politician, minister of customs and monopolies (1978–1979), COVID-19.[https://www.sozcu.com.tr/2020/gundem/eski-bakan-tuncay-mataraci-hayatini-kaybetti-6172196/ Eski bakan Tuncay Mataracı hayatını kaybetti] {{in lang|tr}}
Spencer MacCallum, 88, American anthropologist.[https://eldiariodelnoroeste.mx/local/adios-spencer-maccallum-gracias-por-todo-20201218-1742960.html Adiós Spencer MacCallum ¡Gracias por todo!] {{in lang|es}}
Dawson McAllister, 74, American radio host and author.[https://obits.tennessean.com/us/obituaries/tennessean/name/dawson-mcallister-obituary?pid=197326928 Dawson James McAllister]{{Dead link|date=April 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
Leif Mills, 84, British trade unionist, president of the Trades Union Congress (1995), vascular disease.[https://epaper.thetimes.com/app/THE343 Mills]
Lorraine Monk, 98, Canadian photographer.[https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-national-film-board-producer-lorraine-monk-was-driving-force-in/ National Film Board producer Lorraine Monk was driving force in Canadian photography]
Benny Napoleon, 65, American police officer, sheriff of Wayne County, Michigan (since 2009), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/wayne-county-sheriff-benny-napoleon-dies-after-complications-with-covid-19/ar-BB1c1nI3 Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon dies of complications from COVID-19]
Ed Nichols, 97, British-born New Zealand Paralympic alpine skier (1980).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/the-press-nz/obituary.aspx?pid=197312736 Edward Nichols]
Tim de Paravicini, 75, English audio designer.[https://positive-feedback.com/audio-discourse/tim-de-paravicini/ Tim de Paravicini - The Passing of a True Giant in the Audio Industry]
Rod Perry, 86, American actor (S.W.A.T., The Black Godfather, The Black Gestapo).[https://www.guerragutierrez.com/obituaries/Roderick-Maurice-Perry?obId=31630996 Roderick Maurice Perry]
Ignaz Puschnik, 86, Austrian footballer (Kapfenberger SV, national team).[https://www.meinbezirk.at/bruck-an-der-mur/c-sport/ignaz-puschnik-verstorben_a4406889 Ignaz Puschnik verstorben] {{in lang|de}}
Harold E. Robinson, 88, American botanist and entomologist.[https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/community-deaths/2021/01/13/3cf3290a-55b4-11eb-a931-5b162d0d033d_story.html Community deaths] {{subscription required|January 2021}}
Christina Rodrigues, 57, Brazilian actress, complications from COVID-19.[https://f5.folha.uol.com.br/celebridades/2020/12/atriz-do-zorra-christina-rodrigues-morre-de-covid-a-espera-de-leito-em-cti-no-rio.shtml Atriz do Zorra, Christina Rodrigues morre de Covid à espera de leito em CTI no Rio] {{in lang|pt}}
Giovanni Sacco, 77, Italian footballer (Juventus, Atalanta, Reggiana), COVID-19.[https://www.lastampa.it/asti/2020/12/17/news/addio-a-giovanni-sacco-campione-di-calcio-e-sandamianese-doc-1.39670322 Addio a Giovanni Sacco, campione di calcio e sandamianese doc] {{in lang|it}}
Freddie Santos, 64, Filipino theatre and concert director.[https://mb.com.ph/2020/12/17/concert-and-theatre-director-freddie-santos-dies-at-64/ Concert and theatre director Freddie Santos dies at 64]
Srđan Savić, 89, Bosnian Olympic sprinter (1960).[https://www.nekros.info/profil/srdan-savic-63015 Srđan Savić] {{in lang|bs}}
R. N. Shetty, 92, Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist, heart attack.[http://www.uniindia.com/news/south/industrialist-r-n-shetty-passes-away/2265975.html Industrialist R N Shetty passes away]
Satya Deo Singh, 75, Indian politician, MP (1991–1998), cardiac arrest and COVID-19.[https://www.dnaindia.com/india/news-former-bjp-mp-satyadev-singh-dies-of-cardiac-arrest-after-hearing-of-wife-s-death-2862473 Senior BJP leader and former Gonda MP Satyadev Singh passes away]
Bolivia Suárez, 63, Venezuelan politician, deputy (since 2016), COVID-19.[https://www.elnacional.com/venezuela/fallecio-la-diputada-bolivia-suarez-por-covid-19/ Falleció la diputada a la AN Bolivia Suárez por covid-19] {{in lang|es}}
Bill Sveinson, 74, Canadian poker player and politician.[https://www.remembering.ca/obituary/william-sveinson-1081304657 William Sveinson]
Pelle Svensson, 77, Swedish wrestler and lawyer, Olympic silver medallist (1964), cancer.[https://www.aftonbladet.se/a/wedB7o Pelle Svensson är död] {{in lang|sv}}

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Roger Berlind, 90, American theatre producer (Amadeus, The Book of Mormon, Guys and Dolls), 25-time Tony winner, cardiopulmonary arrest.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/24/theater/roger-berlind-dead.html Roger Berlind, 90, Dies; Broadway Impresario Who Amassed 25 Tonys]
Charlie Brooker, 88, Canadian ice hockey player, Olympic bronze medallist (1956).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/84389 Charlie Brooker]
Bill Bullard Jr., 77, American politician, member of the Michigan Senate (1996–2002) and House of Representatives (1983–1996), complications from COVID-19 and cancer.[https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2020/12/19/bill-bullard-dies-covid-19-cancer-oakland-county/3974304001/ Oakland County Republican leader Bill Bullard dies of COVID-19 complications, cancer]
Pete Cassidy, 86, American college basketball coach (Cal State Northridge).[https://www.latimes.com/sports/highschool/story/2020-12-19/pete-cassidy-basketball-coach-obituary Pete Cassidy, former Cal State Northridge basketball coach, dies at 86]
William J. Castagna, 96, American jurist, judge of the U.S. District Court for Middle Florida (since 1979).[https://www.tampabay.com/news/pinellas/2020/12/21/retired-federal-judge-william-j-castagna-dies-at-96/ Retired federal judge William J. Castagna dies at 96]
Joan Dougherty, 93, Canadian politician, Quebec MNA (1981–1987), complications from COVID-19.[https://montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/joan-dougherty-former-mna-and-advocate-for-public-education-dies-at-93 Joan Dougherty, former MNA and advocate for public education, dies at 93]
Han Grijzenhout, 87, Dutch football manager (Cercle Brugge, Eendracht Aalst, K.A.A. Gent).[https://www.hln.be/belgisch-voetbal/gewezen-succescoach-han-grijzenhout-op-87-jarige-leeftijd-overleden~a7ea26f0/ Gewezen succescoach Han Grijzenhout op 87-jarige leeftijd overleden] {{in lang|nl}}
John Harbison, 84, Irish pathologist.[https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/former-state-pathologist-prof-john-harbison-dies-1.4441070 Former State pathologist Prof John Harbison dies]
Armin Hofmann, 100, Swiss graphic designer.[https://www.printmag.com/post/armin-hofmann-passes Armin Hofmann Passes]
Michael Jeffery, 83, Australian military officer, governor of Western Australia (1993–2000) and governor-general (2003–2008).[https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/7062335/former-governor-general-gentleman-and-great-australian-michael-jeffery-dies/ Former governor-general, gentleman and 'great Australian' Michael Jeffery dies]
Eddie Lee Jackson, 71, American politician, member of the Illinois House of Representatives (2009–2017), COVID-19.[https://www.bnd.com/news/local/article247953200.html East St. Louis community mourns after death of longtime educator and politician]
Peter Lamont, 91, British art director and production designer (Goldfinger, Aliens, Titanic), Oscar winner (1998).[https://www.jamesbond.nl/peter-lamont-1929-2020-overleden/ Peter Lamont (1929-2020) overleden] {{in lang|nl}}
Michał Marusik, 69, Polish politician, MEP (2014–2019).[https://www.tysol.pl/a58468-Nie-zyje-Michal-Marusik-Byly-europosel-mial-69-lat Nie żyje Michał Marusik. Były europoseł miał 69 lat] {{in lang|pl}}
Aminul Islam Mintu, 81, Bangladeshi film editor (Goriber Bou, Ajante), COVID-19.[https://www.thedailystar.net/arts-entertainment/news/national-award-winning-cinematographer-aminul-islam-mintu-dies-covid-19-2013901 National Award winning cinematographer Aminul Islam Mintu dies of Covid-19]
Peter M. Neumann, 79, British mathematician, COVID-19.[https://www.theguardian.com/education/2021/jan/04/peter-neumann-obituary Peter Neumann obituary]
Rahah Noah, 87, Malaysian socialite, spouse of the deputy prime minister (1957–1970) and of the prime minister (1970–1976).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201218092314/https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2020/12/18/tun-rahah-wife-of-a-pm-and-mother-to-another-passes-away/ Tun Rahah, wife of a PM and mother to another passes away]
John Obiero Nyagarama, 74, Kenyan politician, governor of Nyamira County (since 2013), COVID-19.[https://web.archive.org/web/20201218074919/https://thestreetjournal.org/2020/12/kenya-nyamira-county-governor-john-nyagarama-dies-in-nairobi/ Kenya: Nyamira County Governor John Nyagarama Dies in Nairobi]
Peter Takeo Okada, 79, Japanese Roman Catholic prelate, archbishop of Tokyo (2000–2017), esophageal cancer.[http://www.gcatholic.org/dioceses/diocese/toky0.htm#2923 Archbishop Peter Takeo Okada (ペトロ岡田武夫)]
José Vicente Rangel, 91, Venezuelan politician, vice president (2002–2007) and minister of foreign affairs (1999–2001), cardiac arrest.[https://www.ntn24.com/america-latina/venezuela/fallecio-jose-vicente-rangel-ex-vicepresidente-de-hugo-chavez-128990 Falleció José Vicente Rangel, ex vicepresidente de Hugo Chávez] {{in lang|es}}
Òscar Ribas Reig, 84, Andorran politician, prime minister (1982–1984, 1990–1994).[https://www.diariandorra.ad/noticies/nacional/2020/12/19/mor_excap_govern_oscar_ribas_171874_1125.html Mor l'excap de Govern Òscar Ribas] {{in lang|ca}}
Jerry Relph, 76, American politician, member of the Minnesota Senate (since 2017), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.mprnews.org/story/2020/12/18/minn-sen-jerry-relph-dies-of-covid19-complications Minn. Sen. Jerry Relph dies of COVID-19 complications]
Ray Rogers, 89, American politician, member of the Mississippi House of Representatives (1984–2020).{{Cite web |url=https://yallpolitics.com/2020/12/18/former-representative-ray-rogers-dies-at-89/ |title=Former Representative Ray Rogers dies at 89 |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201218213253/https://yallpolitics.com/2020/12/18/former-representative-ray-rogers-dies-at-89/ |url-status=dead }}
Aristóteles Sandoval, 46, Mexican politician, Governor of Jalisco (2013–2018), shot.[https://news.yahoo.com/former-mexican-governor-jalisco-killed-131411357.html Former Mexican governor of Jalisco killed in attack]
Joseph L. Scanlan, 91, American film director.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/nytimes/obituary.aspx?n=joseph-l-scanlan&pid=197666235 Joseph L. Scanlan]
Robina Sentongo, Ugandan politician, MP (since 2016), COVID-19.[https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kyotera-woman-mp-robina-ssentongo-succumbs-to-covid-19-3232716 Kyotera Woman MP, Robina Ssentongo succumbs to Covid-19]
Tim Severin, 80, British explorer, historian and writer, cancer.[https://www.rte.ie/news/2020/1219/1185415-tim-severin-dies/ Explorer, writer and film-maker Tim Severin dies aged 80]
Valentin Shurchanov, 73, Russian politician and journalist, deputy (1999–2003, since 2007), COVID-19.[https://ria.ru/20201218/deputat-1589923201.html Умер депутат Госдумы Валентин Шурчанов] {{in lang|ru}}
Victor Snieckus, 83, Lithuanian-born Canadian synthetic organic chemist.[https://www.queensu.ca/gazette/stories/queen-s-remembers-professor-emeritus-victor-snieckus Queen’s remembers Professor Emeritus Victor Snieckus]
Sun Weiben, 92, Chinese politician, Communist Party secretary of Liaoning (1982–1985) and Heilongjiang (1985–1994).[https://www.bjnews.com.cn/detail/160838293315498.html 黑龙江省委原书记孙维本逝世] {{in lang|zh}}
William Winter, 97, American politician, governor (1980–1984) and lieutenant governor of Mississippi (1972–1976), member of the Mississippi House of Representatives (1947–1959).[https://mississippitoday.org/2020/12/19/william-winter-former-mississippi-governor-dies-at-97/ William Winter, former Mississippi governor who ushered in education reform, dies at 97]
Yazid Zerhouni, 83, Tunisian-born Algerian politician.[http://www.aps.dz/algerie/114483-deces-de-l-ancien-ministre-de-l-interieur-noureddine-yazid-zerhouni Décès de l'ancien ministre de l'Intérieur Noureddine Yazid Zerhouni] {{in lang|fr}}

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Shirley Abrahamson, 87, American jurist, justice (1976–2019) and chief justice (1996–2015) of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, pancreatic cancer.[https://www.chicagotribune.com/midwest/ct-nw-wisconsin-supreme-court-justice-shirley-abrahamson-dead-20201220-zzmaxuxtmzgenmruaugmueiiqi-story.html Shirley Abrahamson, first woman and longest-serving justice on Wisconsin Supreme Court, dies at 87]
John Ahern, 86, American politician, member of the Washington House of Representatives (2001–2009, 2011–2013).[https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2020/dec/23/retired-republican-state-rep-john-ahern-dies-at-86/ Retired Republican state Rep. John Ahern dies at 86]
Doc Ayers, 98, American football coach (Piedmont College).[https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/19358144/Howard-Doc-Ayers Howard "Doc" Ayers]
Art Berglund, 80, American ice hockey coach and executive (national team).[https://www.nhl.com/news/usa-hockey-art-berglund-obituary-dies-at-80/c-319842672 Berglund dies at 80, USA Hockey administrator won Lester Patrick Award]
Anthony Birley, 83, British ancient historian and archaeologist (Vindolanda), lung cancer.[https://www.vindolanda.com/news/anthony-birley-1937-2020 Anthony Birley 1937-2020]
Peter Boddington, 78, British boxer, COVID-19.[https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/news/coventry-news/tributes-coventry-boxing-legend-who-20387846 Tributes to Coventry boxing legend who died of Covid]
Mile Bogović, 81, Croatian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Gospić-Senj (2000–2016), COVID-19.[https://www.dnevno.hr/vijesti/biskup-mile-bogovic-preminuo-od-posljedica-koronavirusa-1630566/ Biskup Mile Bogović preminuo od posljedica koronavirusa] {{in lang|hr}}
Barbara M. Byrne, 85, Canadian quantitative psychologist.[https://socialsciences.uottawa.ca/psychology/news/passing-barbara-byrne-professor-emeritus-our-school Passing of Barbara Byrne, Professor Emeritus of our School]
Nedo Fiano, 95, Italian writer and Holocaust survivor.[https://milano.repubblica.it/cronaca/2020/12/19/news/nedo_fiano_morto_milano_resistenza-279087775/ E' morto Nedo Fiano, testimone indimenticabile della tragedia dell'Olocausto] {{in lang|it}}
Joan Milke Flores, 84, American politician, member of the Los Angeles City Council (1983–1993), complications from myelodysplastic syndrome.[https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-01-09/former-l-a-city-councilwoman-joan-milkes-flores-dies Former Councilwoman Joan Milke Flores, who represented San Pedro and Watts, dies at 84]
David Giler, 77, American screenwriter (The Parallax View, The Money Pit) and film producer (Alien), cancer.[https://deadline.com/2020/12/david-giler-dead-obituary-screenwriter-producer-alien-the-money-pit-77-1234660175/ David Giler Dies: ‘Alien’ Franchise Producer, ‘The Parallax View’ Writer Was 77]
Paul Hänni, 93, Swiss Olympic wrestler.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/59946 Paul Hänni]
Kirunda Kivejinja, 85, Ugandan politician, minister of East African Community Affairs (since 2016), COVID-19.[https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/minister-kivejinja-succumbed-to-covid-19-museveni-3233928 Minister Kivejinja succumbed to Covid-19 - Museveni]
Rosalind Knight, 87, British actress (Carry On, Tom Jones, Gimme Gimme Gimme).[https://www.chorleycitizen.co.uk/leisure/showbiz/18958032.carry-friday-night-dinner-actress-rosalind-knight-dies-aged-87/ Carry On and Friday Night Dinner actress Rosalind Knight dies aged 87]
Marjan Lazovski, 58, Macedonian basketball player and coach (Vardar, AMAK SP, national team), COVID-19.[https://sdk.mk/index.php/sportski-prikazni/proslaveniot-kosharkarski-trener-marjan-lazovski-pochina-od-kovid-19/ Прославениот кошаркарски тренер Марјан Лазовски почина од КОВИД-19] {{in lang|mk}}
Judith Loganbill, 67, American politician, member of the Kansas House of Representatives (2001–2013).[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/kansas/name/judith-loganbill-obituary?pid=197377431 Judith Loganbill Obituary (1953 - 2020) - Wichita, KS - Wichita Eagle]
Sir Mekere Morauta, 74, Papua New Guinean politician, prime minister (1999–2002), cancer.[https://news.pngfacts.com/2020/12/sir-mekere-has-died.html Sir Mekere has died]
Märta Norberg, 98, Swedish Olympic cross-country skier (1952).[https://www.svt.se/sport/langdskidor/historiska-os-svenskan-dod Historiska OS-svenskan död] {{in lang|sv}}
Leo Panitch, 75, Canadian political philosopher, viral pneumonia from COVID-19.[https://www.gazeteduvar.com.tr/yazar-leo-panitch-koronadan-oldu-haber-1507810 Yazar Leo Panitch koronadan öldü] {{in lang|tr}}
Maria Piątkowska, 89, Polish Olympic athlete (1952, 1960, 1964), COVID-19.[https://www.rmf24.pl/sport/news-maria-piatkowska-nie-zyje-byla-utytulowana-lekkoatletka,nId,4937184 Maria Piątkowska nie żyje. Była utytułowaną lekkoatletką] {{in lang|pl}}
Hermina Pipinić, 92, Croatian actress (Square of Violence, The Steppe, Old Surehand).[https://www.jutarnji.hr/kultura/film-i-televizija/u-93-godini-preminula-mama-smogovaca-bilo-mi-je-drago-imati-je-za-svekrvu-u-seriju-15038967 U 93. godini preminula mama Smogovaca: ‘Bilo mi je drago imati je za svekrvu u seriju‘] {{in lang|hr}}
Eileen Pollock, 73, Northern Irish actress (Bread, Far and Away, Angela's Ashes).[https://www.irishnews.com/news/northernirelandnews/2020/12/23/news/renowned-belfast-actress-eileen-pollock-best-known-for-lilo-lil-role-remembered-as-extraordinary-woman--2168493/ Renowned Belfast actress Eileen Pollock best known for 'Lilo Lil' role remembered as 'extraordinary woman']
Carmen Quidiello, 105, Cuban-born Dominican playwright and poet, first lady of the Dominican Republic (1963).[https://listindiario.com/la-republica/2020/12/19/649038/ha-fallecido-a-los-105-anos-dona-carmen-quidiello-viuda-bosch Ha fallecido, a los 105 años, doña Carmen Quidiello viuda Bosch] {{in lang|es}}
Mohan Rawale, 72, Indian politician, MP (1991–2009).[https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/five-time-shiv-sena-mp-mohan-rawale-dies/story-l3Zs8J3a5dKvqHS8HOJXAP.html Five-time Shiv Sena MP Mohan Rawale dies]
Narindar Saroop, 91, Indian-born British businessman.[http://announcements.telegraph.co.uk/deaths/246467/saroop Saroop]
Elaine Stack, 89, American judge, justice of the Supreme Court of New York (2000–2008), COVID-19.[https://theislandnow.com/featured/former-state-supreme-court-judge-east-hills-deputy-mayor-stack-dies-at-89/ Former state Supreme Court Judge, East Hills Deputy Mayor Stack dies at 89]
Margaret Tebbit, Lady Tebbit, 86, English nurse.[https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/lady-margaret-tebbit-has-died-aged-86-9145969/ Lady Margaret Tebbit has died, it was confirmed by Norman Tebbit today]
Themie Thomai, 75, Albanian politician, minister of agriculture (1975–1989), COVID-19.[https://abcnews.al/humb-jeten-nga-covid-19-ish-ministrja-e-bujqesise-themie-thomai/ Humb jetën nga Covid-19 ish-ministrja e Bujqësisë, Themie Thomai] {{in lang|sq}}
Alberto Valdés Jr., 70, Mexican equestrian, Olympic bronze medallist (1980).[https://www.marca.com/claro-mx/juegos-olimpicos/2020/12/20/5fdecc88e2704e159d8b457d.html Muere Alberto Valdés Lacarra, medallista olímpico en Moscú 1980] {{in lang|es}}
Bram van der Vlugt, 86, Dutch actor (Pastorale 1943, Tropic of Emerald, Family), COVID-19.[https://www.ad.nl/show/acteur-bram-van-der-vlugt-86-overleden~a14eda2c/ Acteur Bram van der Vlugt (86) overleden] {{in lang|nl}}
Elmar Zeitler, 93, German physicist.[https://trauer.tagesspiegel.de/traueranzeige/elmar-zeitler Elmar Zeitler] {{in lang|de}}

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Samsuddin Ahmed, 75, Bangladeshi politician, MP (2001–2006), COVID-19.[https://www.jagonews24.com/country/news/630720 মানিকগঞ্জের সাবেক এমপি সামসুদ্দিন আহমেদ আর নেই] {{in lang|bn}}
Raymon Anning, 90, British police officer, commissioner of police of Hong Kong (1985–1989).[https://www.hk01.com/突發/565176/前警務處長顔理國逝世享年90歲-殖民時期最後一任外籍一哥前警務處長顔理國逝世享年90歲　殖民時期最後一任外籍一哥] {{in lang|zh}}
Doug Anthony, 90, Australian politician, deputy prime minister (1971–1972, 1975–1983) and MP (1957–1984).[https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/7063188/ex-deputy-prime-minister-doug-anthony-dies/ Ex-deputy prime minister Doug Anthony dies]
Anthony Banzi, 74, Tanzanian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Tanga (since 1994).[http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bbanziant.html Bishop Anthony Mathias Banzi]
Nicette Bruno, 87, Brazilian actress (Sétimo Sentido, Louco Amor, Perigosas Peruas), complications from COVID-19.[https://g1.globo.com/rj/rio-de-janeiro/noticia/2020/12/20/nicette-bruno-morre-no-rio-vitima-de-covid-19.ghtml Nicette Bruno morre no Rio, vítima de Covid-19] {{in lang|pt}}
Arthur Campbell, 95, New Zealand analytical chemist.[https://www.tributes.co.nz/ViewMyTribute.aspx?id=15923 Arthur Derek Campbell]
Zee Edgell, 80, Belizean-born American novelist, cancer.[https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2020/12/20/beka-lamb-author-zee-edgell-dies-at-80/ Beka Lamb author Zee Edgell dies at 80]
Bill Groethe, 97, American photographer.[https://www.blackhillsfox.com/2020/12/23/longtime-south-dakota-photographer-dies-at-97/ Longtime South Dakota photographer dies at 97]
Billy Harris, 77, American baseball player (Cleveland Indians, Kansas City Royals).[https://www.watson-kingfuneralhome.com/tributes/James-Harris James William Harris]
Svatopluk Karásek, 78, Czech Evangelical priest, politician, and dissident (Charter 77), deputy (2002–2006).[https://english.radio.cz/evangelical-priest-svatopluk-karasek-dies-78-8703513 Evangelical priest Svatopluk Karásek dies at 78]
Gogi Kavtaradze, 80, Georgian actor (Don't Grieve, Melodies of Vera Quarter, Wounded Game).[https://www.ekhokavkaza.com/a/31010289.html Умер известный грузинский киноактер, режиссер и сценарист Гоги Кавтарадзе] {{in lang|ru}}
David Knight, 92, American actor (The Newcomers).[https://www.longmontleader.com/obituaries/david-stephen-knight-3221689 David Stephen Knight]
Delfino López Aparicio, 60, Mexican politician, deputy (since 2018), COVID-19.[https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/nacion/fallece-delfino-lopez-aparicio-diputado-federal-de-morena Fallece Delfino López Aparicio, diputado federal de Morena] {{in lang|es}}
Susan Moore, 52, American physician, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/26/black-doctors-death-becomes-a-symbol-of-racism-in-coronavirus-care Black doctor’s death becomes a symbol of racism in coronavirus care]
Monzur-I-Mowla, 80, Bangladeshi poet, director general of the Bangla Academy (1982–1986), COVID-19.[https://www.dhakatribune.com/obituary/2020/12/20/former-bangla-academy-chief-and-poet-manzur-i-mawla-passes-away Former Bangla Academy DG and poet Manzur-I-Mawla passes away]
Inés Moreno, 88, Argentine actress (Behind a Long Wall).[https://www.telam.com.ar/notas/202012/539218-muerte-actriz-ines-moreno.html A los 88 años falleció Inés Moreno, una actriz que transitó el cine, la TV y el teatro] {{in lang|es}}
Florencio Olvera Ochoa, 87, Mexican Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Cuernavaca (2002–2009).[https://www.elheraldodetabasco.com.mx/local/fallece-florencio-olvera-ochoa-ex-obispo-de-tabasco-6155672.html Fallece Florencio Olvera Ochoa, ex obispo de Tabasco] {{in lang|es}}
Rukhshana, 80, Afghan singer.[https://www.bbc.com/persian/arts-55424114 رخشانه، از نخستین خوانندگان زن افغانستان درگذشت] {{in lang|fa}}
Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, 72, Kuwaiti royal, minister of defense (2017–2019).[https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/sheikh-nasser-sabah-al-ahmed-former-kuwaiti-minister-of-defence-dies-at-72-1.76024466 Sheikh Nasser Sabah Al Ahmed, former Kuwaiti Minister of Defence, dies at 72]
Yvonne Sandberg-Fries, 70, Swedish politician, MEP (2003–2004), MR (1982–1996).[https://sverigesradio.se/artikel/7631255 Politikern Yvonne Sandberg-Fries har avlidit efter en tids sjukdom] {{in lang|sv}}
Julius Schachter, 84, American microbiologist, COVID-19.[https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/05/obituaries/dr-julius-schachter-dead-covid.html Julius Schachter, Leading Expert on Chlamydia, Dies at 84]
Romolo Tavoni, 94, Italian motor racing executive (Ferrari).[https://www.autohebdo.fr/f1/breves/deces-de-romolo-tavoni-215022.html Décès de Romolo Tavoni] {{in lang|fr}}
Richard Vande Hoef, 95, American politician, member of the Iowa Senate (1981–1993) and House of Representatives (1993–1999).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/richard-hoef-obituary?pid=197346760 Richard Vande Hoef]
Ezra Vogel, 90, American scholar (Japan as Number One: Lessons for America, Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China), complications from surgery.[https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/12/21/national/ezra-vogel-obituary/ Ezra Vogel, author of 'Japan as Number One,' dies at 90]
Lee Wallace, 90, American actor (Batman, Private Benjamin, The Taking of Pelham One Two Three).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/new-york-ny/lee-wallace-9957038 Lee Wallace]
Dame Fanny Waterman, 100, English pianist, founder of the Leeds International Piano Competition.{{Cite web |url=https://www.leedspiano.com/announcement/ |title=Dame Fanny Waterman |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201221091218/https://www.leedspiano.com/announcement/ |url-status=dead }}
Dietrich Weise, 86, German football player (Neckarsulm) and manager (Eintracht Frankfurt, Egypt national team).[https://www.spiegel.de/sport/fussball/ehemaliger-bundesligatrainer-dietrich-weise-ist-tot-a-e46acded-c888-41cf-9534-04c285cb8ee0 Dietrich Weise ist tot] {{in lang|de}}
Peter Williams, 81, British motorcycle racer.[https://www.bikesportnews.com/news/news-detail/peter-williams-has-had-died Peter Williams has died]
Ned Wynn, 79, American actor (The Bellboy, Bikini Beach, Beach Blanket Bingo), complications from Parkinson's disease.[https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/ned-wynn-actor-screenwriter-and-son-of-keenan-wynn-dies-at-79 Ned Wynn, Actor, Screenwriter and Son of Keenan Wynn, Dies at 79]

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Hank Adams, 77, American Native American rights activist.[https://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2020-12-24/most-important-indian-hank-adams-dies 'Most Important Indian' Hank Adams Dies]
Ronald Anderson, 79, American sociologist.[https://cacm.acm.org/news/252987-in-memoriam-ronald-e-anderson-1941-2020/fulltext In Memoriam: Ronald E. Anderson, 1941-2020]
Frederik Batti Sorring, 65, Indonesian politician, regent of North Toraja (2011–2016), COVID-19.[https://makassar.tribunnews.com/2020/12/21/terpapar-covid-19-mantan-bupati-torut-frederik-batti-sorring-meninggal-di-rs-grestelina Terpapar Covid-19, Mantan Bupati Torut Frederik Batti Sorring Meninggal di RS Grestelina] {{in lang|id}}
Boris Bushmelev, 83, Russian film director (The Evening Labyrinth).[https://iz.ru/1103298/2020-12-22/umer-kinorezhisser-boris-bushmelev Умер кинорежиссер Борис Бушмелев] {{in lang|ru}}
Urso Chappell, 53, American graphic designer and world's fair historian, cirrhosis.[https://everloved.com/life-of/urso-chappell/obituary/?flow=201 Urso Stephen Chappell]
Ikenwoli Godfrey Emiko, 65, Nigerian traditional ruler, olu of Warri (since 2015), COVID-19.[https://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2020/12/22/olu-of-warri-ikenwoli-godfrey-emiko-dies-of-covid-19/ Olu of Warri Ikenwoli Godfrey Emiko dies of COVID-19]
Gilberto Ensástiga, 57, Mexican politician, MP (2003–2006), COVID-19.[https://www.infobae.com/america/mexico/2020/12/22/murio-de-covid-19-gilberto-ensastiga-santiago-director-general-de-asuntos-agrarios-de-la-cdmx/ Murió de COVID-19 Gilberto Ensástiga Santiago, director general de Asuntos Agrarios de la CDMX] {{in lang|es}}
John Fitzpatrick, 74, Scottish footballer (Manchester United).[https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/former-man-utd-footballer-john-fitzpatrick-passes-away United sad to hear of Fitzpatrick loss]
Donald A. S. Fraser, 95, Canadian statistician.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theglobeandmail/obituary.aspx?pid=197404846 Donald Fraser]
Tadeusz Górczyk, 59, Polish politician and journalist, deputy (1991–1993).[https://rzeszow.wyborcza.pl/rzeszow/7,34962,26630280,zmarl-tadeusz-gorczyk-opozycjonista-i-byly-posel-mial-59-lat.html Zmarł Tadeusz Górczyk. Opozycjonista i były poseł miał 59 lat] {{in lang|pl}}
Sandy Grant Gordon, 89, Scottish distiller (Glenfiddich).[https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/18964239.grants-whisky-distillers-patriarch-sandy-grant-gordon-dies-aged-89/ Grant’s whisky distillers patriarch Sandy Grant Gordon dies aged 89]
Kevin Greene, 58, American Hall of Fame football player (Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Rams) and coach (Green Bay Packers), heart attack.[https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30575423/hall-famer-kevin-greene-third-all-sacks-dies-58 Hall of Famer Kevin Greene, third all-time in sacks, dies at 58]
Dorothy Henry, 95, American newspaper artist and cartoonist.[http://www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/2020/12/24/dorothy-henry-rip/ Dorothy Henry – RIP]
Sir John Hills, 66, British social scientist, cancer.[https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/jan/04/sir-john-hills-obituary Sir John Hills obituary]
Aleksandr Kurlyandsky, 82, Russian screenwriter (Well, Just You Wait!) and author.[https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2020/12/21/alexander-kurlyandsky-creator-of-nu-pogodi-cartoons-dead-at-82-a72423 Alexander Kurlyandsky, Creator of 'Nu, Pogodi!', Dead at 82]
Tommie Lindström, 82, Swedish Olympic swimmer (1960).[http://www.olympedia.org/athletes/50433 Tommie Lindström]
Hamish McLachlan, 53, Australian Olympic rower (1988) and stock market fraudster.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/35480 Hamish McLachlan]
Julian Moti, 55, Fijian-born Australian lawyer, attorney general of Solomon Islands (2006–2006, 2007–2007).[https://news.pngfacts.com/2020/12/julian-moti-has-died.html Julian Moti has died]
K. T. Oslin, 78, American country singer-songwriter ("80's Ladies", "Do Ya", "I'll Always Come Back"), Grammy winner (1988, 1989), COVID-19.[https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/kt-oslin-80s-ladies-dead-obituary-1106516/ K.T. Oslin, Country Singer-Songwriter of ’80’s Ladies,’ Dead at 78]
Kalsoom Perveen, 75, Pakistani politician, senator (since 2003), COVID-19.[https://www.urdupoint.com/en/pakistan/pml-n-senator-kalsoom-parveen-dies-of-coronav-1119758.html PML-N Senator Kalsoom Parveen Dies Of Coronavirus]
Richard Rominger, 93, American politician, heart attack.[https://www.agri-pulse.com/articles/15054-former-usda-deputy-secretary-rominger-dies-at-93 Former USDA Deputy Secretary Rominger dies at 93]
Karel Vachek, 80, Czech documentary film director and FAMU educator.[https://ct24.ceskatelevize.cz/domaci/3244928-zemrel-reziser-karel-vachek Zemřel režisér Karel Vachek. Jeho snímky ukazovaly, jak myslet filmem] {{in lang|cs}}
Motilal Vora, 92, Indian politician, minister of health and family welfare (1988–1989), MP (2002–2020) and CM of Madhya Pradesh (1985–1988, 1989), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/congress-veteran-motilal-vora-dies-at-93-1751662-2020-12-21 Congress veteran Motilal Vora dies at 93 of post-Covid complications]
Eleanor Wadsworth, 103, English aviator.[https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/jan/10/raf-spitfire-woman-eleanor-wadsworth-dies-at-103 RAF 'Spitfire woman' Eleanor Wadsworth dies aged 103]
Sir Arnold Wolfendale, 93, British astronomer, Astronomer Royal (1991–1995).[https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2021/01/03/professor-sir-arnold-wolfendale-former-astronomer-royal-probed/ Professor Sir Arnold Wolfendale, former Astronomer Royal who probed the source of cosmic rays – obituary] {{subscription required}}

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Karima Baloch, 37, Pakistani human rights activist.[https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-55368524 Karima Baloch: Pakistani rights activist found dead in Toronto]
Joachim Bäse, 81, German footballer (Eintracht Braunschweig, West Germany national team).[https://www.eintracht.com/news/artikel/achim-baese-im-alter-von-81-jahren-verstorben Eintracht Braunschweig trauert um Achim Bäse] {{in lang|de}}
Wojciech Borowik, 64, Polish politician, Solidarity activist, deputy (1993–1997), COVID-19.[https://warszawa.wyborcza.pl/warszawa/7,54420,26630812,opozycjonista-z-czasow-prl-zmarl-na-koronawirusa-zegnaja-go.html Opozycjonista z czasów PRL zmarł na koronawirusa. Żegnają go politycy od Trzaskowskiego po Lichocką] {{in lang|pl}}
Claude Brasseur, 84, French actor (Bande à part, Such a Gorgeous Kid Like Me, A Simple Story).[https://www.lemonde.fr/disparitions/article/2020/12/22/l-acteur-claude-brasseur-est-mort_6064228_3382.html Claude Brasseur est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Norma Cappagli, 81, Argentine model, Miss World (1960), traffic collision.[https://www.clarin.com/ciudades/norma-cappagli-atropellada-colectivo-murio-primera-miss-mundo-argentina_0_SDhSEDuGk.html Tras ser atropellada por un colectivo, murió Norma Cappagli, la primera Miss Mundo que tuvo la Argentina] {{in lang|es}}
Pierre Chappuis, 90, Swiss poet.[https://www.letemps.ch/culture/pierre-chappuis-linepuisable-monde Pierre Chappuis et l'inépuisable dehors du monde] {{in lang|fr}}
Edmund M. Clarke, 75, American computer scientist, COVID-19.[https://www.cmu.edu/news/stories/archives/2020/december/obituary-ed-clarke.html Edmund Clarke Pioneered Methods For Detecting Software, Hardware Errors]
James D. Fowler, 86, American politician.[https://usobit.com/obituaries-2020/12/james-d-jim-fowler-june-11-1934-december-22-2020-age-86/ James D Jim Fowler]
Ed Gomes, 84, American politician, member of the Connecticut State Senate (2005–2013, 2015–2019), injuries sustained in a traffic collision.{{Cite web |url=https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-state-Sen-Edwin-Gomes-dies-nine-days-15821417.php |title=Former state Sen. Edwin Gomes dies nine days after car crash |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2021-01-01 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210101061145/https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-state-Sen-Edwin-Gomes-dies-nine-days-15821417.php |url-status=dead }}
Leo Goodman, 92, American statistician, COVID-19.{{Cite web |url=https://www.dailycal.org/2020/12/28/a-giant-in-his-field-uc-berkeley-professor-emeritus-leo-goodman-dies-at-92/ |title=‘A giant in his field’: UC Berkeley professor emeritus Leo Goodman dies at 92 |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2021-01-01 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210101161458/https://www.dailycal.org/2020/12/28/a-giant-in-his-field-uc-berkeley-professor-emeritus-leo-goodman-dies-at-92/ |url-status=dead }}
Kevin Hartley, 86, Australian amateur golfer.[https://www.golf.org.au/vale-kevin-hartley-golf-legend/ Vale Kevin Hartley, golf legend]
Erkki Hytönen, 87, Finnish Olympic ice hockey player (1952).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/87273 Erkki Hytönen]
H. L. Jensen, 91, American politician.[https://www.jhnewsandguide.com/news/features/h-l-jensen-lone-local-democrat-dies-age-91/article_534387b2-99ef-5a0b-917a-df055e351a69.html H.L. Jensen, lone local Democrat, dies age 91]
Bonnie Ladwig, 81, American politician, member of the Wisconsin State Assembly (1993–2005), COVID-19.[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-journal-times-obituary-for-bonnie-la/156459559/ Obituary for Bonnie Ladwig]
Lam Phương, 83, Vietnamese-American songwriter, complications from a stroke.[https://vnexpress.net/nhac-si-lam-phuong-qua-doi-4210708.html Nhạc sĩ Lam Phương qua đời] {{in lang|vi}}
Jack Lenor Larsen, 93, American textile designer.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/23/arts/jack-lenor-larsen-dead.html Jack Lenor Larsen, Innovative Textile Designer, Dies at 93]
Paul Loridant, 72, French politician, mayor of Les Ulis (1977–2001).[https://www.leparisien.fr/essonne-91/essonne-une-tristesse-unanime-apres-le-deces-de-paul-loridant-le-maire-batisseur-des-ulis-22-12-2020-8415555.php Essonne : tristesse unanime après la mort de Paul Loridant, maire bâtisseur des Ulis] {{in lang|fr}}
Ron Lurie, 79, American politician, mayor of Las Vegas (1987–1991), COVID-19.[https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/las-vegas/what-a-loss-ron-lurie-former-las-vegas-mayor-dead-at-79-2229904/ ‘What a loss:’ Ron Lurie, former Las Vegas mayor, dead at 79]
John Maltby, 84, English sculptor and potter.[https://www.creditoncourier.co.uk/news/tributes-paid-to-distinguished-crediton-ceramic-artist-john-maltby-151256 Tributes paid to distinguished Crediton ceramic artist John Maltby]
Muhammad Mustafa Mero, 79, Syrian politician, prime minister (2000–2003), COVID-19.[https://www.enabbaladi.net/archives/442275 وفاة رئيس مجلس الوزراء الأسبق محمد مصطفى ميرو] {{in lang|ar}}
Phil Rogers, 69, Welsh studio potter.[https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2021/jan/19/phil-rogers-obituary Phil Rogers obituary]
George Spriggs, 83, American baseball player (Pittsburgh Pirates, Kansas City Royals).[https://www.sewellfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=19464181&source=fb1#/obituaryInfo George Herman Spriggs]
Özkan Sümer, 80, Turkish football player (Trabzonspor) and manager (Galatasaray, national team).[https://www.ntvspor.net/foto-galeri/ozkan-sumer-son-yolculuguna-ugurlandi-5fe1e56437b14c69bc338139 Özkan Sümer son yolculuğuna uğurlandı] {{in lang|tr}}
Stella Tennant, 50, British model, suicide.[https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55571463 Stella Tennant: Family confirms model's death was suicide]
Rubén Tierrablanca González, 68, Mexican-born Turkish Roman Catholic prelate, apostolic vicariate of Istanbul (since 2016), COVID-19.[http://www.asianews.it/news-en/Bishop-Rub%C3%A9n-Tierrablanca,-man-of-dialogue,-dies-from-COVID-19-in-Istanbul-51927.html Bishop Rubén Tierrablanca, man of dialogue, dies from COVID-19 in Istanbul]
Tuck Tucker, 59, American animator (Hey Arnold!, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Simpsons).[https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/tuck-tucker-dead-dies-animator-hey-arnold-spongebob-squarepants-1234875224/ Tuck Tucker, Veteran Animator and Storyboard Director for ‘Hey Arnold!’ and ‘SpongeBob SquarePants,’ Dies at 59]
Antonio Vacca, 86, Italian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Alghero-Bosa (1993–2006), throat cancer.[https://www.alguer.it/notizie/n.php?id=156156 L´ex vescovo Vacca torna alla Casa del Padre] {{in lang|it}}
Jay Walljasper, 65, American writer and editor, kidney cancer.[https://www.startribune.com/quiet-message-maker-jay-walljasper-former-utne-reader-editor-dies-at-65/600007092/ 'Quiet message-maker' Jay Walljasper, former Utne Reader editor, dies at 65]
Alan Warren, 88, English priest.[https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2021/1-january/gazette/deaths/deaths Deaths]
Dwight Wise, 90, American politician.[https://www.legacy.com/amp/obituaries/toledoblade/197390116 Dwight Wise Jr.]

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Arkady Andreasyan, 73, Armenian football player (Ararat Yerevan, Soviet Union national team) and manager (Homenmen Beirut), Olympic bronze medallist (1972).[https://www.lragir.am/2020/12/23/610382/ Մահացել է լեգենդար ֆուտբոլիստ Արկադի Անդրեասյանը] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220308142423/https://www.lragir.am/2020/12/23/610382/ |date=2022-03-08 }} {{in lang|hy}}
Lars Arge, 53, Danish computer scientist, kidney cancer.[https://cs.au.dk/news-events/news/show-news/artikel/in-memoriam-professor-lars-arge/ In Memoriam: Professor Lars Arge]
Irani Barbosa, 70, Brazilian politician, deputy (1991–1995), COVID-19.[https://g1.globo.com/mg/minas-gerais/noticia/2020/12/23/morre-ex-deputado-federal-por-mg-irani-barbosa-vitima-de-covid-19-em-belo-horizonte.ghtml Morre ex-deputado federal por MG Irani Barbosa, vítima de Covid-19, em Belo Horizonte] {{in lang|pt}}
Charles Campion, 69, English food critic (The Times, The Independent, MasterChef).[https://metro.co.uk/2020/12/26/charles-campion-dead-masterchef-food-critic-dies-13809389/ MasterChef food critic Charles Campion dies as colleagues pay tribute]
Desmond Carnelley, 91, English archdeacon.[https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2021/8-january/gazette/deaths/deaths Deaths]
Richard N. Cooper, 86, American economist.[http://www.jeffrey-frankel.com/2020/12/24/in-memory-of-richard-cooper/ Remembering Richard Cooper]
John Edrich, 83, English cricketer (Norfolk, Surrey, national team), Waldenström's macroglobulinemia.[https://www.cricbuzz.com/cricket-news/115365/former-england-opener-john-edrich-passes-away-cricbuzzcom Former England opener John Edrich passes away]
James E. Gunn, 97, American science fiction author (The Road to Science Fiction, Star Bridge, The Listeners).[https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article248066660.html Science fiction author James Gunn, a KU professor emeritus, dies Wednesday at age 97]
Lyle Hanson, 85, American politician, member of the North Dakota House of Representatives (1979–2012).[https://www.newsdakota.com/2020/12/28/former-nd-representative-lyle-hanson-passes-away/ Former North Dakota Representative Lyle Hanson Passes Away]
Yehuda Henkin, 75, Israeli Orthodox rabbi and posek.[https://www.jta.org/2020/12/24/obituaries/rabbi-yehuda-herzl-henkin-pioneer-of-womens-leadership-in-orthodoxy-dies Rabbi Yehuda Herzl Henkin, pioneer of women’s leadership in Orthodoxy, dies]
Mannan Hira, 64, Bangladeshi playwright and film director, heart attack.[https://www.newagebd.net/article/125113/mannan-hira-passes-away Mannan Hira passes away]
Issaka Assane Karanta, 75, Nigerien politician, Mayor of Commune I (1996–1999) and Commune III (2010–2011) of Niamey, governor of Niamey Capital District (since 2018), COVID-19.[http://www.anp.ne/article/deces-du-gouverneur-de-la-region-de-niamey-le-president-de-la-republique-prend-part-la Décès du Gouverneur de la Région de Niamey: Le Président de la République prend part à la levée du corps] {{in lang|fr}}
Pero Kvrgić, 93, Croatian actor (Ne daj se, Floki, All for Free, Nausikaya).[https://www.jutarnji.hr/kultura/kazaliste/u-zagrebu-preminuo-proslavljeni-hrvatski-glumac-pero-kvrgic-93-15038729 U Zagrebu preminuo proslavljeni hrvatski glumac Pero Kvrgić (93)] {{in lang|hr}}
Lonnie Laffen, 62, American politician, member of the North Dakota Senate (2010–2018), heart attack.[https://www.newsdakota.com/2020/12/24/former-state-senator-lonnie-laffen-passes-away/ Former State Senator Lonnie Laffen Passes Away]
Rebecca Luker, 59, American actress (Mary Poppins, Show Boat, Not Fade Away), complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/23/theater/rebecca-luker-dead.html Rebecca Luker, a Broadway Star for Three Decades, Dies at 59]
Makosso IV, 76, Congolese royal, king of Loango (since 2009).[https://congomediatime.com/deces-du-roi-ma-loango-moe-makosso-iv/ Décès du Roi Ma Loango Moé Makosso IV] {{in lang|fr}}
Santé Marcuzzi, 86, French Olympic rower (1956).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/37034 Santé Marcuzzi]
Eddie McLaren, 91, Scottish footballer (Reading).[https://www.readingchronicle.co.uk/announcements/deaths/deaths/18992490._Steady_Eddie__McLaren/ "Steady Eddie" McLaren]
Dave McNary, 69, American film journalist (Variety), complications from a stroke.[https://variety.com/2020/film/news/dave-mcnary-dead-variety-reporter-1234875044/ Dave McNary, Beloved Longtime Variety Film Reporter, Dies at 69]
Mićo Mićić, 64, Bosnian politician, mayor of Bijeljina (since 2004), COVID-19.[https://www.klix.ba/vijesti/bih/preminuo-mico-micic-bio-zarazen-koronavirusom/201223083 Preminuo Mićo Mićić, bio zaražen koronavirusom] {{in lang|bs}}
Brian Morrison, 82, Australian footballer (Richmond).[https://www.tigerlandarchive.org/tiki-index.php?page=Brian+Morrison Brian Morrison]
Loyiso Mpumlwana, South African politician, member of the National Assembly (2014–2019, since 2020), COVID-19.[https://www.timeslive.co.za/politics/2020-12-23-anc-mp-loyiso-khanyisa-mpumlwana-has-died/ ANC MP Loyiso Khanyisa Mpumlwana has died]
Rei Nakanishi, 82, Japanese novelist and songwriter, heart attack.{{Cite web |url=https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2020122500328/noted-japanese-lyricist-writer-rei-nakanishi-dies-at-82.html |title=Noted Japanese Lyricist, Writer Rei Nakanishi Dies at 82 |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2020-12-25 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201225161135/https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2020122500328/noted-japanese-lyricist-writer-rei-nakanishi-dies-at-82.html |url-status=dead }}
Kay Purcell, 57, English actress (Emmerdale, Tracy Beaker Returns, Waterloo Road), liver cancer.[https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55439894 Kay Purcell of Emmerdale and Tracy Beaker Returns dies at 57]
Frankie Randall, 59, American boxer, WBC light welterweight champion (1994–1996).[https://www.boxing247.com/boxing-news/frankie-the-surgeon-randall-1961-to-2020/167897 Frankie “The Surgeon” Randall – 1961 To 2020]
Madan Lal Sharma, 68, Indian politician, MP (2004–2014).[https://www.aninews.in/news/national/general-news/congress-leader-madan-lal-sharma-passes-away20201223110103/ Congress leader Madan Lal Sharma passes away]
Gilbert Shea, 92, American tennis player.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/latimes/obituary.aspx?n=gilbert-james-shea&pid=197428988 Gilbert James Shea]
Sugathakumari, 86, Indian poet and social activist, COVID-19.[https://www.theweek.in/news/india/2020/12/23/renowned-malayalam-poet-sugathakumari-passes-away.amp.html Renowned Malayalam poet Sugathakumari passes away]
Swami Sundaranand, 94, Indian yogi, photographer, and mountaineer.[https://www.amarujala.com/dehradun/uttaraklhand-news-photo-baba-swami-sundaranand-passes-away नहीं रहे फोटो बाबा स्वामी सुंदरानंद, गंगोत्री स्थित तपोवन कुटी के पास दी जाएगी समाधि] {{in lang|hi}}
Monika Tilley, 86, Austrian-born American fashion designer.[https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2021/feb/16/monika-tilley-obituary Monika Tilley obituary]
Leslie West, 75, American singer and guitarist (Mountain, West, Bruce and Laing, The Vagrants), heart attack.[https://deadline.com/2020/12/leslie-west-dies-guitar-great-and-cofounder-of-rock-band-mountain-was-75-1234661154/ Leslie West Dies: Guitar Great And Cofounder Of Rock Band Mountain Was 75]
Ron Widby, 75, American basketball and football player (Dallas Cowboys, Green Bay Packers).[https://eu.knoxnews.com/story/sports/college/university-of-tennessee/football/2020/12/24/former-tennessee-vols-multi-sport-standout-ron-widby-dies-75/3102898001/ Ron Widby, who played four sports at Tennessee, NFL punter in two Super Bowls, dies at 75]
Joel Yanofsky, 65, Canadian novelist, cancer.[https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/award-winning-montreal-author-joel-yanofsky-has-died-at-65-1.5244380 Award-winning Montreal author Joel Yanofsky has died at 65]
Rika Zaraï, 82, Israeli singer and writer.[https://www.ladepeche.fr/2020/12/23/la-chanteuse-rika-zarai-est-decedee-a-lage-de-82-ans-9274681.php La chanteuse Rika Zaraï est décédée à l'âge de 82 ans] {{in lang|fr}}

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Mouloud Achour, 76, Algerian writer.[https://www.tsa-algerie.com/hommage-a-mouloud-achour-maintenant-que-tu-nes-plus-la/ Hommage à Mouloud Achour : maintenant que tu n'es plus là] {{in lang|fr}}
Mitsumasa Anno, 94, Japanese children's author and illustrator (All in a Day), cirrhosis.{{Cite web |url=https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2021/01/16/national/painter-mitsumasa-anno-obit/ |title=Japanese painter Mitsumasa Anno dies at 94 |access-date=2021-01-16 |archive-date=2021-01-16 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210116094519/https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2021/01/16/national/painter-mitsumasa-anno-obit/ |url-status=dead }}
Mohamad Aziz, 80, Malaysian politician, MP (1999–2013) and Johor State MLA (1986–1999), kidney failure.[https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2020/12/25/former-johor-speaker-mohamad-aziz-buried/1934859 Former Johor Speaker Mohamad Aziz buried]
Ben Binnendijk, 93, Dutch Olympic rower (1952).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/38853 Ben Binnendijk]
Benedicto Bravo, 58, Mexican footballer (Club León, Unión de Curtidores), COVID-19.[https://gdl.telediario.mx/deportes/benedicto-bravo-fallecio-por-coronavirus-en-plenas-fechas-navidenas Benedicto Bravo falleció por coronavirus en plenas fechas navideñas] {{in lang|es}}
Carl Olaf Bue Jr., 98, American jurist, judge of the U.S. District Court for Southern Texas (since 1970).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/houston-tx/judge-carl-bue-9965358 Judge Carl O. Bue Jr.]
Michael J. Byrne, 79, Australian physician.{{Cite web |url=https://www.moga.org.au/all-news/vale-professor-michael-byrne |title=Vale Professor Michael Byrne |access-date=2023-02-23 |archive-date=2023-02-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230223065514/https://www.moga.org.au/all-news/vale-professor-michael-byrne |url-status=dead }}
Vince Carillot, 93, American football coach.[https://www.bakermccullough.com/obituaries/Vincent-Carillot/#!/Obituary Vincent Jean Carillot]
Roland Cedermark, 82, Swedish musician.[https://www.svt.se/nyheter/lokalt/jamtland/roland-cedermark-ar-dod Roland Cedermark är död - "Han hade ett eget sound"] {{in lang|sv}}
Hubert Chesshyre, 80, British officer of arms, Clarenceux king of arms (1997–2010).{{Cite web |url=http://announcements.telegraph.co.uk/deaths/246663/chesshyre |title=Chesshyre |access-date=2021-01-05 |archive-date=2021-07-04 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210704151118/https://assets.adobedtm.com/bb77750356fd/6231d432156b/787b81e25128/EX10b74dbfcce44331b4a6cb280ef391b8-libraryCode_source.min.js |url-status=dead }}
John Cremona, 102, Maltese civil servant, chief justice (1971–1981) and acting president (1976).[https://timesofmalta.com/articles/view/jj-cremona-the-man-who-drafted-maltas-constitution-dies-aged-102.841196 JJ Cremona, the man who drafted Malta's constitution, dies aged 102]
Braswell Deen Jr., 95, American politician.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/atlanta/obituary.aspx?n=braswell-drue-deen&pid=197373657&fhid=3785 Judge Braswell Drue Deen Jr.]
Ernie Duplechin, 88, American football coach (Basile HS, Eunice HS) and athletics administrator (McNeese State).[https://www.kplctv.com/2020/12/26/ernie-duplechin-mcneese-hall-fame-coach-passes-away/ Ernie Duplechin, McNeese Hall of Fame coach, passes away at 88]
Ivry Gitlis, 98, Israeli violinist.[https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20201224-israel-s-violin-genius-gitlis-dies-at-98 Israel's violin genius Gitlis dies at 98]
M. A. Hashem, 78, Bangladeshi businessman (Partex Group) and politician, MP (2001–2006), COVID-19.[https://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/2020/12/24/partex-groups-chairman-ma-hashem-passes-away Partex Group Chairman MA Hashem passes away]
Danny Hodge, 88, American Hall of Fame wrestler (NWA) and boxer, Olympic silver medallist (1956), complications from Alzheimer's disease.[https://www.ringsidenews.com/2020/12/26/pro-wrestling-legend-danny-hodge-passes-away/ Pro Wrestling Legend Danny Hodge Passes Away]
AKM Jahangir Hossain, 66, Bangladeshi politician, MP (1991–2008, since 2014), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.newagebd.net/article/125204/al-leader-akm-zahangir-dies-of-covid-19 AL leader AKM Jahangir dies of COVID-19]
Thoriq Husler, 57, Indonesian politician, regent of East Luwu (since 2016), COVID-19.[https://news.detik.com/berita/d-5307774/bupati-lutim-terpilih-thoriq-husler-meninggal-dunia-akibat-covid-19 Bupati Lutim Terpilih Thoriq Husler Meninggal Dunia Akibat COVID-19] {{in lang|id}}
Aleksandar Ivoš, 89, Serbian footballer (Vojvodina, K. Beringen F.C., Yugoslavia national team).[https://www.dnevnik.rs/sport/fudbal/preminuo-aleksandar-ivos-proslavleni-fudbaler-vojvodine-25-12-2020 Преминуо Александар Ивош, прослављени фудбалер Војводине] {{in lang|sr}}
Milorad Janković, 80, Serbian footballer (Radnički Niš, Yugoslavia national team).[https://www.juznevesti.com/Sport/Preminuo-nekadasnji-igrac-i-trener-Radnickog-Milorad-Jankovic.sr.html Preminuo nekadašnji igrač i trener Radničkog Milorad Janković] {{in lang|sr}}
Pir Noor Muhammad Shah Jeelani, 69, Pakistani politician, MNA (since 2013), COVID-19.[https://www.geo.tv/latest/326280-ppp-mna-pir-noor-muhammad-shah-jillani-dies-from-coronavirus PPP MNA Pir Noor Muhammad Shah Jillani dies from coronavirus]
Freshta Kohistani, 29, Afghan women's rights activist, shot.[https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/12/24/afghan-womens-rights-activist-shot-dead Afghan women’s rights activist, brother shot dead]
Ahmed Lemu, 91, Nigerian Islamic scholar and jurist.[https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/432934-sheikh-ahmed-lemu-is-dead.html Sheikh Ahmed Lemu is dead]
William Magee, 81, American politician, member of the New York State Assembly (1991–2018).[https://cnycentral.com/news/local/former-ny-assemblyman-william-magee-passes-away Former NY Assemblyman William Magee passes away]
B. J. Marsh, 80, American politician, member of the Missouri House of Representatives (1989–1993, 2001–2009), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.ky3.com/2020/12/25/springfield-businessman-former-lawmaker-bj-marsh-dies-from-covid-19-complications/ Springfield businessman, former lawmaker B.J. Marsh dies from COVID-19 complications]
Vincent Mhlanga, Swazi politician, acting prime minister (2018), COVID-19.{{Cite web |url=https://independentnews.co.sz/local-news/5560/shiselweni-regional-administrator-dr-vincent-mhlanga-dies/ |title=Shiselweni Regional Administrator Dr. Vincent Mhlanga dies |access-date=2021-01-14 |archive-date=2021-01-16 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210116080331/https://independentnews.co.sz/local-news/5560/shiselweni-regional-administrator-dr-vincent-mhlanga-dies/ |url-status=dead }}
Bernard Mvondo-Etoga, 37, Cameroonian Olympic judoka (2004).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/106696 Bernard Sylvain M'vondo Etoga]
Jack Myers, 96, American football player (Philadelphia Eagles).[https://www.legacy.com/amp/obituaries/mercurynews/197595242 Jack (Moose) Myers]
Adramé Ndiaye, 62, Senegalese Olympic basketball player (1980), COVID-19.[https://wiwsport.com/2020/12/25/covid-19-deces-de-adrame-ndiaye-ancien-pivot-des-lions-du-basket/ Covid-19 : Décès de Adramé Ndiaye, ancien pivot des Lions du basket] {{in lang|fr}}
Idongesit Nkanga, 68, Nigerian air officer and politician, COVID-19.[https://www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/south-south-regional/433326-former-akwa-ibom-governor-died-of-covid-19-state-govt.html Former Akwa Ibom governor died of Covid-19 — State Govt]
Tho. Paramasivan, 69, Indian anthropologist, complications from diabetes.[https://tamil.indianexpress.com/literature/tho-paramasivan-passes-away-tamil-cultural-research-shcolar-tho-paramasivan-238864/ பண்பாட்டு ஆய்வாளர் தொ. பரமசிவன் மரணம்; தலைவர்கள் இரங்கல்] {{in lang|ta}}
Thomas W. Parks, 81, American electrical engineer.[https://www.bangsfuneralhome.com/obituary/thomas-parks Thomas W. Parks]
Burt Pugach, 93, American lawyer and convicted felon.[https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/fbem/DocumentDisplayServlet?documentId=3pWKmdWZadgcdLb2pOgJ/w==&system=prod Death Transcript]
Armando Romero, 60, Mexican footballer (Cruz Azul, Club Toluca, Correcaminos UAT), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.milenio.com/futbol/club-cruz-azul/armando-romero-muere-futbolista-cruz-azul Murió Armando Romero, legendario capitán de Cruz Azul] {{in lang|es}}
Benhur Salimbangon, 75, Filipino politician, member of the House of Representatives (2007–2019), cancer.[https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/news/content/769295/former-cebu-rep-benhur-salimbangon-dies-at-75/story/ Former Cebu Rep. Benhur Salimbangon dies at 75]
Mojmir Sepe, 90, Slovenian composer ("Brez besed", "Pridi, dala ti bom cvet", "The Earth is Dancing") and conductor.[https://www.24ur.com/popin/domaca-scena/umrl-je-skladatelj-in-dirigent-mojmir-sepe.html Umrl je skladatelj in dirigent Mojmir Sepe] {{in lang|sl}}
Guy N. Smith, 81, British horror writer.[https://warped-perspective.com/index.php/2020/12/24/rip-guy-n-smith/ RIP Guy N. Smith]
Davie Sneddon, 84, Scottish footballer (Kilmarnock, Preston North End, Raith Rovers).[https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/ayrshire/sadness-kilmarnock-league-winning-legend-23216619 Sadness as Kilmarnock league winning legend David Sneddon MBE dies]
Geoff Stephens, 86, English songwriter ("Sorry Suzanne", "Daughter of Darkness", "You Won't Find Another Fool Like Me") and record producer.[https://www.elvisnews.com/news.aspx/geoff-stephens-passed-away/15921 Geoff Stephens Passed Away]
Siv Widerberg, 89, Swedish writer and journalist.[https://www.expressen.se/nyheter/forfattaren-siv-widerberg-ar-dod/ Siv Widerberg är död] {{in lang|sv}}

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Michael Alig, 54, American club promoter and convicted killer, heroin overdose.[https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/michael-alig-dead-club-kid-party-monster-1107737/ Michael Alig, Infamous ‘Club Kid Killer,’ Dead at 54]
Djalma Bastos de Morais, 83, Brazilian politician, minister of communications (1993–1995) and president of CEMIG (1999–2015), COVID-19.[https://g1.globo.com/mg/minas-gerais/noticia/2020/12/26/djalma-bastos-de-morais-ex-ministro-e-ex-presidente-da-cemig-morre-vitima-da-covid-19.ghtml Djalma Bastos de Morais, ex-ministro e ex-presidente da Cemig, morre vítima da Covid-19] {{in lang|pt}}
William Bentsen, 90, American Olympic sailing champion (1972).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/61313 Bill Bentsen]
Brian Binley, 78, British politician, MP (2005–2015).[https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-55453838 Brian Binley: Former Northampton South MP dies aged 78]
Ivan Bogdan, 92, Ukrainian wrestler, Olympic champion (1960).[https://www.unian.net/sport/othersports/ivan-bogdan-ushel-iz-zhizni-legendarnyy-ukrainskiy-chempion-olimpiyskih-igr-novosti-sporta-11267891.html Ушел из жизни легендарный украинский чемпион Олимпийских игр] {{in lang|ru}}
Soumaïla Cissé, 71, Malian politician, MP (since 2013) and minister of finance (1993–2000), COVID-19.[https://www.africanews.com/2020/12/25/mali-opposition-leader-soumaila-cisse-dies-from-coronavirus/ Mali opposition leader Soumaïla Cissé dies from coronavirus]
Chico Ejiro, Nigerian film producer and director, seizure.[https://www.tuko.co.ke/398042-nollywood-movie-producer-chico-ejiro-dies-seizure.html Nollywood producer Chico Ejiro dies 1 day after directing movie]
Shamsur Rahman Faruqi, 85, Indian poet and literary critic.[https://www.amarujala.com/uttar-pradesh/allahabad/padmashri-shamsur-rahman-nobel-litterateur-passes-away जाने-माने साहित्यकार पद्मश्री शम्सुर रहमान का निधन, साहित्य जगत में शोक की लहर] {{in lang|hi}}
Reginald Foster, 81, American Roman Catholic priest and Latinist, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.theoldie.co.uk/blog/the-popes-latin-teacher RIP Father Reginald Foster, 81, the Pope’s Latin teacher]
Antonio Gento, 80, Spanish footballer (Racing de Santander, Real Oviedo).[https://as.com/futbol/2020/12/25/primera/1608936783_793443.html Fallece Antonio Gento, hermano de la Galerna del Cantábrico] {{in lang|es}}
Rich Herrin, 87, American college basketball coach (SIUC, Morthland College).[https://www.franklincounty-news.com/2020/12/26/one-on-one-with-rich-herrin/ One-on-One with Rich Herrin]
Tomás Irribarra, 85, Chilean politician, mayor of Quirihue (1992–1996, 2008–2012) and deputy (1969–1973).[http://www.ladiscusion.cl/fallecio-exalcalde-de-quirihue-y-diputado-tomas-irribarra/ Falleció exalcalde de Quirihue Tomás Irribarra] {{in lang|es}}
Robin Jackman, 75, English cricketer (Surrey, Rhodesia, national team), complications from COVID-19.[https://www.latestly.com/sports/cricket/robin-jackman-dies-at-the-age-of-75-fans-mourn-the-death-of-the-former-england-player-cricket-commentator-2229559.html Robin Jackman Dies at the Age of 75, Fans Mourn The Death of the Former England Player & Cricket Commentator]
K. C. Jones, 88, American Hall of Fame basketball player and coach (Boston Celtics, Washington Bullets), Olympic champion (1956) and NBA champion (1959–1966, 1984, 1986).[https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30595836/boston-celtics-legend-kc-jones-dies-88 Legendary Boston Celtics player, coach K.C. Jones dies at 88]
Ty Jordan, 19, American college football player (University of Utah), shot.[https://www.fox13now.com/sports/utah-freshman-running-back-ty-jordan-dies/ Utah freshman running back Ty Jordan dies]
Jamal Khwaja, 92, Indian philosopher and politician, MP (1957–1962).{{Cite web |url=https://citytoday.news/noted-scholar-and-ex-mp-jamal-khwaja-passes-away-at-92/ |title=Noted scholar and ex-MP Jamal Khwaja passes away at 92 |access-date=2021-01-01 |archive-date=2021-04-10 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210410193800/https://citytoday.news/noted-scholar-and-ex-mp-jamal-khwaja-passes-away-at-92/ |url-status=dead }}
Martin Lambie-Nairn, 75, English graphic designer (BBC, Channel 4).[https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-55465330 Martin Lambie-Nairn: Designer behind famous BBC and Channel 4 'idents' dies]
Carlos Levy, 78, Argentine writer, narrator and editor, COVID-19.[https://www.losandes.com.ar/sociedad/murio-carlos-levy-uno-de-los-poetas-mas-importantes-de-mendoza/ Murió Carlos Levy, uno de los poetas más importantes de Mendoza] {{in lang|es}}
Barry Lopez, 75, American author (Arctic Dreams), prostate cancer.[https://www.npr.org/2020/12/26/948863127/barry-lopez-acclaimed-author-and-traveler-beyond-many-horizons-dies-at-75 Barry Lopez, Acclaimed Author And Traveler Beyond Many Horizons, Dies At 75]
Edgar Meddings, 97, British Olympic bobsledder (1948).[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/95337 Ed Meddings]
Genevieve Musci, 106, American internet celebrity (Gramma and Ginga).[https://www.wboy.com/top-stories/gramma-of-gramma-and-ginga-internet-fame-passes-away-on-christmas-day/ ‘Gramma’ of ‘Gramma and Ginga’ internet fame passes away on Christmas Day]
Anil Nedumangad, 48, Indian actor (Janaadhipan, Ayyappanum Koshiyum, Paapam Cheyyathavar Kalleriyatte), drowned.[https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/malayalam/actor-anil-nedumangad-passes-away-7120092/ Ayyappanum Koshiyum actor Anil Nedumangad drowns in Malankara dam]
Engin Nurşani, 36, Turkish-German folk musician, lung infection and cancer.[https://www.sozcu.com.tr/hayatim/magazin-haberleri/son-dakika-engin-nursani-hayatini-kaybetti/ Son dakika… Engin Nurşani hayatını kaybetti] {{in lang|tr}}
Jaan Rääts, 88, Estonian composer.[https://kroonika.delfi.ee/artikkel/92101689/suri-88-aastasena-helilooja-jaan-raats Suri 88-aastasena helilooja Jaan Rääts] {{in lang|et}}
Tony Rice, 69, American Hall of Fame bluegrass guitarist (New South, David Grisman Quintet, Bluegrass Album Band).[https://pitchfork.com/news/guitarist-tony-rice-dead-at-69/ Guitarist Tony Rice Dead at 69]
Barbara Rose, 84, American art historian, breast cancer.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/washingtonpost/obituary.aspx?pid=197368684 Barbara Rose]
Arne Skotte, 70, Swedish footballer.[https://oskfotboll.se/osk/aktuellt/nyheter-2020/2020-12-26-tidigare-osk-spelaren-arne-skotte-har-lamnat-oss.html Tidigare ÖSK-spelaren Arne Skotte har lämnat oss] {{in lang|sv}}
David Thorns, 77, British-born New Zealand sociologist.[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/the-press-nz/obituary.aspx?pid=197371661 David Thorns]
Maksim Tsyhalka, 37, Belarusian footballer (Dinamo-Juni Minsk, Dinamo Minsk, national team).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201225213544/https://sport.tut.by/news/football/712766.html Умер футболист Максим Цыгалко. Ему было 37 лет] {{in lang|ru}}
Scott Vermillion, 44, American soccer player (Kansas City Wizards, Colorado Rapids), acute alcohol and prescription drug poisoning.[https://www.frontrowsoccer.com/2020/12/29/goodbye-scott-vermillion-former-mls-player-passes-away/ Goodbye Scott: Vermillion, former MLS player, passes away]

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Derek Aucoin, 50, Canadian baseball player (Montreal Expos), brain cancer.[https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/former-montreal-expos-pitcher-derek-aucoin-has-died-of-cancer-at-age-50-1.5245841 Former Montreal Expos pitcher Derek Aucoin has died of cancer at age 50]
Milka Babović, 92, Croatian sprinter, hurdler and journalist, COVID-19.[https://www.jutarnji.hr/vijesti/hrvatska/umrla-milka-babovic-otisla-je-velika-sportasica-i-doajenka-naseg-sportskog-novinarstva-15039183 Umrla Milka Babović: Otišla je velika sportašica i doajenka našeg sportskog novinarstva] {{in lang|hr}}
Eddie Blair, 93, Scottish jazz trumpeter[https://londonjazznews.com/2021/01/11/rip-eddie-blair-1927-2020-a-tribute-by-simon-spillett/ RIP Eddie Blair (1927-2020)]
George Blake, 98, British spy and double agent.[https://www.urdupoint.com/en/world/legendary-soviet-double-agent-george-blake-di-1124774.html Legendary Soviet Double Agent George Blake Dies Aged 98 - Russian Intelligence Service]
Leslie D. Campbell Jr., 95, American politician.[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/timesdispatch/name/leslie-campbell-obituary?pid=197415802 Leslie D. Campbell Jr.]
George Robert Carruthers, 81, American physicist and inventor.[https://www.blackengineer.com/article/national-society-of-black-physicists-announces-death-of-dr-george-r-carruthers/ National Society of Black Physicists announces death of Dr. George R. Carruthers]
Víctor Cuica, 71, Venezuelan saxophonist and actor.[https://www.eluniversal.com/entretenimiento/87383/mundo-artistico-lamenta-el-fallecimiento-del-saxofonista-victor-cuica Mundo artístico lamenta el fallecimiento del músico Víctor Cuica] {{in lang|es}}
Pat Childers, 79, American politician, member of the Wyoming House of Representatives (1997–2013).[https://www.powelltribune.com/stories/former-lawmaker-pat-childers-dies-at-79,28756 Former lawmaker Pat Childers dies at 79]
Harper Davis, 95, American football player (Mississippi State Bulldogs, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears).{{Cite web |url=https://www.packers.com/news/ex-packer-harper-davis-dies-at-95 |title=Ex-Packer Harper Davis dies at 95 |access-date=2021-01-04 |archive-date=2021-01-04 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210104163825/https://www.packers.com/news/ex-packer-harper-davis-dies-at-95 |url-status=dead }}
Johnson Gicheru, 79, Kenyan judge, chief justice (2003–2011).[https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001398334/former-chief-justice-evan-gicheru-is-dead Former Chief Justice Evan Gicheru is dead]
Patrick Harris, 86, English bishop.
Kadambur R. Janarthanan, 91, Indian politician, MP (1984–1996, 1998–1999).[https://tamil.oneindia.com/news/chennai/former-union-minister-and-aiadmk-senior-leader-kadampur-janarthanam-passes-away-407051.html "கருணாநிதியிசம்".. தேர்தலில் தோல்வியையே தழுவாத.. மாஜி மத்திய அமைச்சர் கடம்பூர் ஜனார்த்தனம் காலமானார்] {{in lang|ta}}
Railey Jeffrey, 75, Malaysian politician, MP (1986–2004).[https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2020/12/652386/former-deputy-information-minister-datuk-railey-jeffrey-dies Former Deputy Information Minister Datuk Railey Jeffrey dies]
Phil Jones, 74, American football coach (Shorter).[https://www.onlineathens.com/story/sports/high-school/football/2020/12/26/longtime-winder-barrow-bulldoggs-coach-phil-jones-dies-74/4051413001/ Former Winder-Barrow football coach Phil Jones dies at 74]
Abdul Kader, 69, Bangladeshi actor (Kothao Keu Nei), cancer.[https://tbsnews.net/glitz/renowned-actor-abdul-kader-passes-away-176506 Renowned actor Abdul Kader passes away]
Bronisława Kowalska, 65, Polish politician and political scientist, deputy (1993–2005), MEP (2004), COVID-19.[https://e-legnickie.pl/wiadomosci-z-regionu/legnica/31673-nie-zyje-posel-bronislawa-kowalska Nie żyje poseł Bronisława Kowalska] {{in lang|pl}}
Sir Peter Lachmann, 89, British immunologist.[https://acmedsci.ac.uk/more/news/tribute-to-founder-president-sir-peter-lachmann Tribute to founder President Sir Peter Lachmann]
Brodie Lee, 41, American professional wrestler (AEW, WWE, ROH), idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.[https://wrestlingnews.co/aew-news/aew-star-brodie-lee-has-passed-away/ AEW star Brodie Lee has passed away]
Govind Prasad Lohani, 93, Nepali diplomat and economist, respiratory failure.[https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/amp/nepal-s-former-ambassador-to-pakistan-govinda-prasad-lohani-passes-away/ Nepal's former ambassador to Pakistan Govinda Prasad Lohani passes away]
Theodore Lumpkin, 100, American pilot (Tuskegee Airmen), complications from COVID-19.[https://cafriseabove.org/theodore-george-lumpkin-jr/ Theodore George Lumpkin, Jr.]
Jim McLean, 83, Scottish football player (Clyde, Hamilton Academical) and manager (Dundee United), complications from dementia.[https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jim-mclean-dies-aged-83-23222983 Jim McLean dies aged 83 as Dundee United legend passes away following dementia battle]
Chic McLelland, 67, Scottish football player (Aberdeen, Motherwell) and manager (Montrose).[https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/55454098 Aberdeen: Former defender Chic McLelland dies at the age of 63]
John Miller, 88, British journalist and author.[https://www.thetimes.com/uk/article/john-miller-obituary-r97dwrf2m John Miller obituary]
Aubrey Mokoape, 76, South African anti-apartheid activist, COVID-19.[https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/messages-of-condolences-pour-in-after-death-of-bcm-leader-doctor-nchaupe-mokoape/ Messages of condolences pour in for late BCM leader Doctor Nchaupe Mokoape]
Gilbert Naccache, 81, Tunisian writer and far-left militant.[https://www.businessnews.com.tn/deces-de-lecrivain-et-militant-gilbert-naccae,520,104671,3 Décès de l'écrivain et militant Gilbert Naccache] {{in lang|fr}}
Cirilo Nelson, 82, Honduran botanist.[https://www.latribuna.hn/2020/12/26/muere-en-espana-destacado-cientifico-hondureno-cirilo-nelson/ Muere en España destacado científico hondureño Cirilo Nelson] {{in lang|es}}
Phil Niekro, 81, American Hall of Fame baseball player (Atlanta Braves, New York Yankees, Cleveland Indians), cancer.[https://www.mlb.com/news/phil-niekro-dies-at-81 Hall of Fame knuckleballer Niekro dead at 81]
Maximiliano Pereira, 27, Uruguayan footballer (Miramar Misiones, Racing de Montevideo, Sport Boys), drowned.[https://www.ovaciondigital.com.uy/futbol/fallecio-maximiliano-pereira-jugador-central-espanol-accidente.html Apareció sin vida el cuerpo del jugador Maximiliano Pereira en el Salto del Penitente] {{in lang|es}}
Sergio Pintor, 83, Italian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Ozieri (2006–2012).[https://www.agensir.it/quotidiano/2020/12/28/diocesi-ozieri-morto-il-vescovo-emerito-sergio-pintor/ Diocesi: Ozieri, morto il vescovo emerito Sergio Pintor] {{in lang|it}}
Tito Rojas, 65, Puerto Rican salsa singer, heart attack.[https://www.elmundo.es/cultura/musica/2020/12/26/5fe723dffc6c83ad538b45c1.html Muere el salsero puertorriqueño Tito Rojas] {{in lang|es}}
Gregorio Salvador Caja, 93, Spanish linguist.[https://elpais.com/cultura/2020-12-26/fallece-el-academico-gregorio-salvador-referente-mundial-en-lexicologia.html Gregorio Salvador, el académico veterano] {{in lang|es}}
Nomvuzo Shabalala, 60, South African politician, MP (since 2018), COVID-19-related illness.[https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2020-12-26-former-durban-deputy-mayor-nomvuzo-shabalala-dies-of-covid-19/ Former Durban deputy mayor Nomvuzo Shabalala dies of Covid-19]
Bill Sheridan, 78, American basketball coach.[https://www.silive.com/sports/2020/12/bill-sheridan-a-former-st-peters-hs-standout-athlete-and-european-hoops-coach-dies-at-age-78.html Bill Sheridan, a former St. Peter’s HS standout athlete and European pro hoops coach, dies at age 78]
Peter Schmidhuber, 89, German politician, deputy (1965–1969, 1972–1978).[https://www.pressreader.com/germany/augsburger-allgemeine-ausgabe-stadt/20201228/281608128046898 Peter Schmidhuber im Alter von 89Jahren gestorben] {{in lang|de}}
William Starr, 97, American violinist.[https://www.violinist.com/blog/laurie/202012/28587/ Remembering Suzuki Pioneer William Starr (1923-2020)]
Vic Stelly, 79, American politician, member of the Louisiana House of Representatives (1989–2005), COVID-19.[https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/legislature/article_b4ff0726-4965-11eb-8e72-63c608d7e538.html Former legislator Vic Stelly, wife Terry die from coronavirus hours apart: 'They were inseparable.']
Mike Sutton, 76, English footballer (Norwich City, Chester, Carlisle United), complications from dementia.[https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/18971412.ex-celtic-star-chris-sutton-pays-touching-tribute-hero-father-mike-following-sad-passing/ Ex-Celtic star Chris Sutton pays touching tribute to 'hero' father Mike following his sad passing]
Shirley Young, 85, American businesswoman.[https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202012/30/WS5fea97c7a31024ad0ba9f3e8.html Shirley Young, ex-GM VP, patron of arts, dies at 85]

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Rolf Aggestam, 79, Swedish poet and translator.[https://www.aftonbladet.se/kultur/a/56b81X/han-var-den-forbisedda-detaljens-poet Han var den förbisedda detaljens poet] {{in lang|sv}}
Arthur Berckmans, 91, Belgian comics author (Sammy).[https://www.generationbd.com/10000-nouvelles-bd/5891-décès-de-berck.html Décès de Berck] {{in lang|fr}}
Maria Gąsienica Bukowa-Kowalska, 84, Polish Olympic cross-country skier (1956).[https://podhaleregion.pl/index.php/sport/sport-indywidualny/31189-zmarla-maria-kowalska-olimpijka-z-cortina-d-ampezzo Zmarła Maria Kowalska - olimpijka z Cortina d’Ampezzo] {{in lang|pl}}
José Luiz Carbone, 74, Brazilian football player (Internacional, national team) and manager (Fluminense), liver cancer.[https://globoesporte.globo.com/sp/campinas-e-regiao/noticia/ex-volante-da-selecao-e-tecnico-campeao-pelo-fluminense-jose-luiz-carbone-morre-aos-74-anos.ghtml Morre aos 74 anos José Luiz Carbone, ex-volante da Seleção e técnico campeão pelo Fluminense] {{in lang|pt}}
Florentino Domínguez Ordóñez, 58, Mexican politician, deputy (2003–2006), COVID-19.[https://www.proceso.com.mx/nacional/2020/12/27/florentino-dominguez-secretario-de-educacion-de-tlaxcala-murio-por-covid-19-255200.html Florentino Domínguez, secretario de Educación de Tlaxcala, murió por covid-19] {{in lang|es}}
Gus Ferguson, 80, Scottish-born South African poet and cartoonist.[https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2020-12-29-gus-ferguson-1940-2020-kind-mentor-for-a-generation-of-southern-africa-poets/ Gus Ferguson, 1940-2020, kind mentor for a generation of southern Africa poets]
Ed Finn, 94, Canadian politician and trade unionist.[https://edfinn.ca/2020/12/28/ed-finn-1926-2020/ Ed Finn, 1926-2020]
Giorgio Galli, 92, Italian historian and political analyst.[https://www.ilfattoquotidiano.it/2020/12/27/e-morto-il-politologo-giorgio-galli-esperto-di-partiti-teorizzo-il-bipartitismo-imperfetto/6048765/ E’ morto il politologo Giorgio Galli. Esperto di partiti, teorizzò il “bipartitismo imperfetto”] {{in lang|it}}
Yuichiro Hata, 53, Japanese politician, minister of land, infrastructure, transport and tourism (2012) and member of the House of Councillors (since 1999), COVID-19.[http://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/photo/36590092 CDP lawmaker Yuichiro Hata dies from COVID-19 before test]
Marian Jochman, 85, Polish Olympic long-distance runner (1960).[https://archive.today/20210109125124/https://zawisza.bydgoszcz.pl/zmarl-marian-jochman/ W wieku 85 lat zmarł Marian Jochman] {{in lang|pl}}
Roberto Junguito, 77, Colombian economist, diplomat and politician, minister of finance and public credit (2002–2003) and of agriculture and rural development (1983–1984).[https://www.larepublica.co/economia/el-exministro-de-hacienda-roberto-junguito-bonnet-fallecio-a-los-77-anos-de-edad-3106068 El exministro de Hacienda Roberto Junguito Bonnet falleció a los 77 años de edad] {{in lang|es}}
Mustafa Kandıralı, 90, Turkish clarinetist.[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkish-clarinet-legend-kandirali-dies-at-90-161238 Turkish clarinet legend Kandıralı dies at 90]
Sunil Kothari, 87, Indian dance historian, cardiac arrest.[https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/dance-historian-sunil-kothari-dies-of-cardiac-arrest/article33429773.ece Dance historian Sunil Kothari dies of cardiac arrest]
Saidu Kumo, 61, Nigerian politician, COVID-19.[https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/433572-ex-nigerian-lawmaker-dies-from-covid-19.html Ex-Nigerian lawmaker dies from COVID-19]
Vikram Lall, Indian architect.[https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/amp/architect-vikram-lall-passes-away/2000359 Architect Vikram Lall passes away]
Li Guang, 106, Chinese military officer, founding major general of the PLA.[https://www.thepaper.cn/newsDetail_forward_10556557 106岁开国少将、原南京军区工程兵主任黎光逝世] {{in lang|zh}}
William Link, 87, American television writer (Murder, She Wrote, Columbo, Mannix), Emmy winner (1970), heart failure.[https://deadline.com/2020/12/william-link-dead-co-creator-columbo-murder-she-wrote-1234662464/ William Link Dies: Co-Creator Of ‘Columbo’, ‘Murder She Wrote’, Was 87]
Manukura, 9, New Zealand North Island brown kiwi (hatched 2011).[https://www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/wildlife-centre-mourns-death-manukura-first-white-kiwi-hatched-in-captivity Wildlife centre mourns death of Manukura, the first white kiwi hatched in captivity]
Klavio Meça, 24, Albanian swimmer.[https://sot.com.al/english/sport/dhimbje-e-madhe-nderron-jete-papritur-ne-moshen-24-vjecare-sportisti-shqip Great pain! Albanian athlete dies suddenly at the age of 24]
Mieczysław Morański, 60, Polish actor (Na dobre i na złe, Na Wspólnej, Plebania), COVID-19.[https://filmpolski.pl/fp/index.php?osoba=1116630 Mieczysław Morański] {{in lang|pl}}
Ladislav Mrkvička, 81, Czech actor (Atentát, Thirty Cases of Major Zeman), Thalia Award and Czech Lion winner.[https://www.narodni-divadlo.cz/cs/aktuality/zemrel-ladislav-mrkvicka Zemřel Ladislav Mrkvička] {{in lang|cs}}
Gunga Mwinga, 45, Kenyan politician, MP (2013–2017).[https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2020-12-27-former-kaloleni-mp-gunga-mwinga-dies/ Former Kaloleni MP Gunga Mwinga dies]
Mohamed El Ouafa, 72, Moroccan diplomat and politician, ambassador to India (2000–2004), Iran (2004–2006), and Brazil (2006–2012), minister of education (2012–2013), COVID-19.[https://assabah.ma/515610.html محمد الوفا في ذمة الله] {{in lang|ar}}
Loyd Phillips, 75, American Hall of Fame football player (Arkansas Razorbacks, Chicago Bears).[https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30605706/college-football-hall-famer-loyd-phillips-dies-75 College Football Hall of Famer Loyd Phillips dies at 75]
Zbigniew Pocialik, 75, Polish footballer (KS Warszawianka, Gwardia Warsaw, Beveren).[http://www.90minut.pl/news/309/news3090901-Zmarl-Zbigniew-Pocialik.html Zmarł Zbigniew Pocialik] {{in lang|pl}}
Germán Rama, 88, Uruguayan historian and academic.[https://www.elobservador.com.uy/nota/murio-el-profesor-y-expresidente-del-codicen-german-rama-2020122714552 Murió el profesor y expresidente del Codicen Germán Rama] {{in lang|es}}
Osvaldo Rivera Cianchini, 80, Puerto Rican judge, COVID-19.[https://www.elvocero.com/deportes/osvaldo-rivera-cianchini-recibir-hoy-cristiana-sepultura/article_8d07ee08-490c-11eb-b908-9b9973807132.html Osvaldo Rivera Cianchini recibirá hoy cristiana sepultura] {{in lang|es}}
Zouheïra Salem, 80, Tunisian singer.[https://news-tunisia.tunisienumerique.com/tunisia-zouhaira-salem-passes-away/ Tunisia-Zouhaïra Salem passes away]
Harold Spinka, 75, American particle physicist.[https://www.friedrichjones.com/obituaries/Harold-M-Hal-Spinka-Jr?obId=19433264 Harold M. "Hal" Spinka, Jr.]
Seymour Van Gundy, 89, American nematologist.[https://asm.md/memoriam-prof-seymour-van-gundy In Memoriam prof. Seymour Van Gundy] {{in lang|ro}}
Ken Unwin, 94, English archdeacon.
Antonio Velasco Piña, 85, Mexican novelist, spiritual writer and essayist.[https://www.dallasnews.com/espanol/al-dia/espectaculos/2020/12/28/murio-el-escritor-mexicano-antonio-velasco-pina/ Murió el escritor mexicano Antonio Velasco Piña] {{in lang|es}}
D. Yasodha, 74, Indian politician, Tamil Nadu MLA (1980–1989, 2001–2011).[http://www.uniindia.com/former-congress-mla-yasodha-passes-away/south/news/2275849.html Former Congress MLA Yasodha passes away]

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Arun Alexander, 47, Indian actor (Maanagaram, Kolamavu Kokila, Master), heart attack.[https://zeenews.india.com/people/south-film-actor-arun-alexander-death-confirmed-lokesh-kanagaraj-2333480.html Actor-dubbing artist Arun Alexander dies aged 48]
Csaba Ali, 74, Hungarian Olympic swimmer (1964).[https://www.szoljon.hu/sport/helyi-sport/elhunyt-az-egykori-kivalo-uszo-ali-csaba-3155680/ Elhunyt az egykori kiváló úszó, Ali Csaba] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210704151128/https://www.szoljon.hu/sport/helyi-sport/elhunyt-az-egykori-kivalo-uszo-ali-csaba-3155680/ |date=2021-07-04 }} {{in lang|hu}}
Jack Arthurs, 98, American politician, member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives (1971–1978).[https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/ButlerEagle/obituary.aspx?pid=197401781 Jack R. Arthurs]
Marc Basnight, 73, American politician, President pro tempore (1993–2011) and member (1985–2011) of the North Carolina Senate, progressive bulbar palsy.[https://www.outerbanksvoice.com/2020/12/28/former-state-senator-marc-basnight-dies/ Dare’s political powerhouse, Marc Basnight, dies]
John R. Bentson, 83, American neuroradiologist, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/dr-john-bentson-neuroradiology-pioneer-dies-at-83.html Dr. John Bentson, neuroradiology pioneer, dies at 83]
Moshe Brawer, 101, Israeli geographer.[https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/israel-prize-winning-geographer-moshe-brawer-dies-at-101/ Israel Prize-winning geographer Moshe Brawer dies at 101]
Romell Broom, 64, American convicted murderer, COVID-19.[https://www.cleveland.com/court-justice/2020/12/ohio-inmate-who-survived-execution-attempt-for-killing-14-year-old-girl-in-cleveland-dies-of-coronavirus.html Ohio inmate who survived execution attempt for killing 14-year-old girl in Cleveland dies of coronavirus]
Johnny Clark, 73, British boxer, European bantamweight champion (1973).[https://boxrec.com/en/proboxer/38868 Johnny Clark]
Othón Cuevas Córdova, 55, Mexican politician, deputy (2006–2009), COVID-19.[https://oaxaca.quadratin.com.mx/fallece-diputado-othon-cuevas-debido-a-la-covid-19/ Fallece diputado Othón Cuevas debido a la Covid 19] {{in lang|es}}
S. L. Dharmegowda, 65, Indian politician, deputy chairman of the Karnataka Legislative Council (since 2018), suicide by train.[https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/bangalore/karnataka-legislative-council-deputy-chairperson-dharme-gowda-found-dead-near-railway-track-7124291/ Days after Karnataka House ruckus, Dy Chairman found dead]
Paul-Heinz Dittrich, 90, German composer.[https://www1.wdr.de/kultur/kulturnachrichten/paul-heinz-dittrich-tot-100.html Komponist Paul-Heinz Dittrich gestorben] {{in lang|de}}
Tom Docherty, 96, English footballer (Lincoln City, Newport County).[https://www.weareimps.com/news/2021/january/210106-tommy-docherty/ Tom Docherty: 1924-2020]
Jean-Marc Forneri, 61, French financier, heart attack.[https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2020/12/30/le-banquier-d-affaires-jean-marc-forneri-s-est-eteint_6064841_3234.html Le banquier d'affaires Jean-Marc Forneri s'est éteint] {{in lang|fr}}
Fou Ts'ong, 86, Chinese-born British pianist, COVID-19.[http://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202012/29/WS5fea8716a31024ad0ba9f290.html Veteran pianist Fou Ts'ong, 86, dies from COVID-19]
H. Jack Geiger, 95, American physician.[https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/28/health/h-jack-geiger-dead.html H. Jack Geiger, Doctor Who Fought Social Ills, Dies at 95]
Christopher Greet, 88, Sri Lankan-born British actor (Dinnerladies, The Infinite Worlds of H. G. Wells, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time).[https://www.elanka.com.au/chris-greet-no-more-by-ouida-corea-wickramaratne-radio-ceylon/ Chris Greet No More]
Paul Sueo Hamaguchi, 72, Japanese Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Oita (since 2011).[http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bhamagu.html Bishop Paul Sueo Hamaguchi]
Jyrki Heliskoski, 75, Finnish football coach (HJK, national team).[https://yle.fi/urheilu/3-11717997 Jalkapallovalmentaja Jyrki Heliskoski on kuollut] {{in lang|fi}}
Paul Heller, 93, American film producer (Enter the Dragon, The Wilby Conspiracy, The Pack).[https://www.screendaily.com/news/withnail-and-i-enter-the-dragon-producer-paul-heller-dies-at-93/5155973.article ‘Withnail & I’, ‘Enter The Dragon’ producer Paul Heller dies at 93]
George Hudson, 83, English footballer (Peterborough United, Coventry City, Tranmere Rovers).[https://www.ccfc.co.uk/news/2020/december/news-rip-george-hudson/ News: RIP George Hudson]
Roy B. B. Janis, 63, Indonesian politician, MP (1992–1997, 1999–2005).[https://news.detik.com/berita/d-5312801/eks-politikus-pdip-roy-bb-janis-meninggal-dunia Eks Politikus PDIP Roy BB Janis Meninggal Dunia] {{in lang|id}}
Valentin Lazarov, 89, Bulgarian Hall of Fame basketball referee.[https://balkanleague.net/en/news.php?id=20395 In Memoriam: Valentin Lazarov passed away]
Armando Manzanero, 85, Mexican singer-songwriter ("Somos Novios (It's Impossible)", "Mía", "Adoro"), Grammy winner (2014), COVID-19.[https://www.tvazteca.com/aztecanoticias/notas/murio-armando-manzanero-a-los-85-anos-de-edad-especiales Murió Armando Manzanero a los 85 años de edad] {{in lang|es}}
Frank Hampton McFadden, 95, American jurist, judge (1969–1982) and chief judge (1973–1982) of the U.S. District Court for Northern Alabama.[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/homewood-al/frank-mcfadden-9974289 Frank Hampton McFadden]
David Medalla, 82, Filipino sculptor.[https://www.theartnewspaper.com/news/artist-david-medalla-the-kinetic-art-pioneer-known-for-his-cloud-canyon-foam-sculptures-has-died-aged-78 Artist David Medalla—the kinetic art pioneer known for his Cloud Canyons foam sculptures—has died, aged 82]
Luis Enrique Mercado, 68, Mexican writer, journalist (El Economista) and politician, deputy (2009–2012), COVID-19.[https://www.eluniversal.com.mx/estados/fallece-el-periodista-luis-enrique-mercado-habia-sido-hospitalizado-por-covid Fallece el periodista Luis Enrique Mercado; había sido hospitalizado por Covid] {{in lang|es}}
Cy McClairen, 89, American football player (Pittsburgh Steelers), coach (Bethune-Cookman) and administrator.[https://hbcugameday.com/2020/12/28/bcu-legend-jack-cy-mcclairen-passes-away-at-89/ BCU Legend Jack “Cy” McClairen Passes Away at 89]
Nolan Mettetal, 75, American politician, member of the Mississippi State Senate (1996–2012) and House of Representatives (2012–2020), COVID-19.[http://www.clarionledger.com/story/news/politics/2020/12/28/nolan-mettetal-who-served-legislature-decades-dies-covid-19/4062066001/ Nolan Mettetal, longtime former Mississippi senator and representative, dies of COVID-19]
Wilma Pelly, 83, Canadian actress (North of 60, Fargo, Mixed Blessings).[https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/wilma-pelly-north-of-60-actor-1.5858968 Wilma Pelly, actor most beloved for playing Elsie Tsa Che on North of 60, dies at 83]
John Fulton Reid, 64, New Zealand cricketer (Auckland, national team).[https://web.archive.org/web/20201231053745/https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/sport/2020/12/cricket-former-new-zealand-batsman-john-f-reid-dies-aged-64.html Former New Zealand batsman John F Reid dies, aged 64]
Madelyn Reiter, 78, American politician, member of the Minnesota Senate (2001–2007).[https://www.holcombhenryboom.com/obituary/madelyn-mady-reiter Madelyn "Mady" E. Reiter]
Les Riggs, 85, English football player (Gillingham, Newport County) and manager (Margate).[https://www.kentlive.news/sport/football/gillingham-fc-legend-former-ramsgate-4842963 Gillingham FC legend and former Ramsgate and Margate manager Les Riggs dies aged 85]
Adele Rose, 87, English television writer (Coronation Street, Z-Cars, Byker Grove), pneumonia.[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/adele-rose-death-byker-grove-b1780330.html Adele Rose, creator of Byker Grove who helped discover Ant and Dec, dies aged 87]
Arianna W. Rosenbluth, 93, American physicist, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/09/science/arianna-wright-dead.html Arianna Rosenbluth Dies at 93; Pioneering Figure in Data Science]
Mahinder Watsa, 96, Indian sexologist.[https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-55463861 Dr Mahinder Watsa: India’s most famous ‘sexpert’ dies at 96]
Colin Withers, 80, English footballer (Birmingham City, Aston Villa).[https://www.avfc.co.uk/news/2020/december/Colin-Withers-1940-2020-/ Colin Withers (1940-2020)]
Zou Deci, 86, Chinese engineer, member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.[https://news.sina.com.cn/c/2020-12-29/doc-iiznctke9211581.shtml 巨星陨落！邹德慈院士逝世] {{in lang|zh}}

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Hatem Ali, 58, Syrian television director (Salah Al-deen Al-Ayyobi, Seraa Ala El Remal, Omar) and actor, heart attack.[https://en.royanews.tv/news/24487/2020-12-29 Syrian Director Hatem Ali dies due to heart attack]
Claude Bolling, 90, French jazz pianist and composer (Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio).[https://www.lepoint.fr/societe/deces-de-claude-bolling-jazzman-et-compositeur-de-musiques-de-films-30-12-2020-2407688_23.php Décès de Claude Bolling, jazzman et compositeur de musiques de films] {{in lang|fr}}
David Britton, 75, British author and publisher (Meng and Ecker).[http://www.johncoulthart.com/feuilleton/2021/01/03/david-britton-1945-2020/ David Britton, 1945–2020]
Jessica Campbell, 38, American actress (Election).[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/jessica-campbell-dead-age-cause-b1786720.html Jessica Campbell death: Election actor dies aged 38]
Pierre Cardin, 98, French-Italian fashion designer.[https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-44294296 Obituary: Pierre Cardin]
Richard Choruma, 42, Zimbabwean footballer (Highlanders, Bloemfontein Celtic, national team), kidney failure.[https://allafrica.com/stories/202012300180.html Zimbabwe: Bosso Legend Choruma Dies]
Joe Louis Clark, 82, American school principal, subject of Lean on Me.[https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/joe-clark-paterson-new-jerseys-principled-principal-has-passed-away-301199196.html Joe Clark, Paterson, New Jersey's "Principled Principal," Has Passed Away]
Hugh Davidson, 92, American football player (Colorado Buffaloes), coach (Montana Grizzlies), and head scout (Denver Broncos).[https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/longtime-broncos-scout-hugh-davidson-passes-away Longtime Broncos scout Hugh Davidson passes away]
Josefina Echánove, 93, Mexican actress (El hombre de los hongos, The Children of Sanchez, Cabeza de Vaca), model and journalist.[https://www.infobae.com/america/entretenimiento/2020/12/29/murio-a-los-93-anos-la-actriz-josefina-echanove-madre-de-maria-del-sol/ Murió a los 93 años la actriz Josefina Echánove, madre de María del Sol] {{in lang|es}}
Norman Golb, 92, American Semitics scholar.[https://chicagojewishfunerals.com/funeral-detail-page/?case=64BBCEC4-A495-4F41-B718-A9D475B3174C Dr. Norman Golb]
Agitu Ideo Gudeta, 42, Ethiopian goat breeder and activist, beaten.[https://www.open.online/2020/12/30/omicidio-agitu-gudeta-confessa-collaboratore/ Omicidio Agitu Gudeta, confessa il collaboratore: violentata prima di ucciderla per uno stipendio non pagato] {{in lang|it}}
Miguel Ángel Gutiérrez Machado, 60, Mexican politician, deputy (2003–2006), COVID-19.[https://web.archive.org/web/20201230170458/https://www.infobae.com/america/mexico/2020/12/29/murio-el-diputado-panista-miguel-gutierrez-machado-victima-de-covid-19/?outputType=amp-type Murió el diputado panista Miguel Gutiérrez Machado, víctima de COVID-19] {{in lang|es}}
James Hardy, 64, American basketball player (Utah Jazz, Udinese, Olympique Antibes), heart attack.[https://messaggeroveneto.gelocal.it/sport/2021/01/05/news/morto-james-hardy-un-infarto-si-e-portato-via-il-simbolo-della-gedeco-udine-negli-anni-ottanta-1.39735305 Morto James Hardy, un infarto si è portato via il simbolo della Gedeco Udine negli anni Ottanta] {{in lang|it}}
Arne A. Jensen, 66, Norwegian media and corporate executive, CEO of TV 2 (1993–1999) and Braathens (1999–2001).[https://www.vg.no/nyheter/i/R961GW/tidligere-tv-2-sjef-arne-a-jensen-er-doed Tidligere TV 2-sjef Arne A. Jensen er død] {{in lang|no}}
Michael Julien, 93, British songwriter ("Let's Live for Today", "Kiss Me, Honey Honey, Kiss Me", "Boom Bang-a-Bang"), COVID-19.[https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2021/03/08/michael-julien-psychotherapist-lyricist-became-eurovision-song/ Michael Julien, psychotherapist and lyricist who became a Eurovision Song Contest winner – obituary]
Dzhambulat Khatokhov, 21, Russian sumo wrestler and record holder, world's heaviest child, kidney failure.[https://whbl.com/2020/12/30/russian-sumo-wrestler-once-worlds-heaviest-child-dies-aged-21/ Russian sumo wrestler, once world’s heaviest child, dies aged 21]
Yevheniia Kucherenko, 98, Ukrainian pedagogue.[https://www.warheroes.ru/hero/hero.asp?Hero_id=15715 Кучеренко Евгения Маркияновна] {{in lang|ru}}
Alexi Laiho, 41, Finnish death metal singer-songwriter and guitarist (Children of Bodom, Sinergy, The Local Band), alcohol-related cirrhosis and pancreatitis.[https://www.loudersound.com/news/children-of-bodom-frontman-alexi-laiho-dies Children Of Bodom frontman Alexi Laiho dies]
Joey LaMotta, 95, American boxer and manager.[https://boxrec.com/en/proboxer/024433 Joey LaMotta]
Amelia Lapeña-Bonifacio, 90, Filipino puppeteer, National Artist of the Philippines.[https://mb.com.ph/2020/12/29/national-artist-amelia-lapena-bonifacio-passes-away-at-90/ National Artist Amelia Lapeña-Bonifacio passes away at 90]
Luke Letlow, 41, American politician, U.S. Representative-elect, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.thenewsstar.com/story/news/2020/12/29/louisiana-congressman-elect-luke-letlow-dies-covid/4082977001/ Louisiana Congressman-elect Luke Letlow dies with COVID]
Hugh X. Lewis, 90, American country singer, complications from COVID-19.[https://musicrow.com/2021/01/country-entertainer-hugh-x-lewis-dies-at-age-90/ Country Entertainer Hugh X. Lewis Dies At Age 90]
Gösta Linderholm, 79, Swedish singer and composer (Rasmus på luffen), stroke.[https://www.svt.se/nyheter/inrikes/gosta-linderholm-har-dott Gösta Linderholm har dött] {{in lang|sv}}
René Lotti, 91, French Olympic rower.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/37020 Réno Lotti]
Elaine McCoy, 74, Canadian politician, Senator (since 2005) and Alberta MLA (1986–1993).[https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/elaine-mccoy-senator-alberta-death-1.5856795 Elaine McCoy, longtime Alberta senator and former cabinet minister, has died]
Phyllis McGuire, 89, American singer (The McGuire Sisters).[https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/las-vegas-nv/phyllis-mcguire-9974971 Phyllis Jean McGuire]
Simo Mfayela, South African politician, member of the National Council of Provinces (since 2019).[https://www.pa.org.za/person/simo-ezra-mfayela/ Simo Ezra Mfayela]
Nikhil Nandy, 88, Indian Olympic footballer (1956).[https://www.anandabazar.com/amp/sport/football-former-olympian-nikhil-nandy-passes-away-dgtl-1.1251215 পি কে, চুনীর পর এ বার চলে গেলেন নিখিল নন্দীও] {{in lang|bn}}
Jerry O'Riordan, 81, Irish Gaelic footballer (Glenbeigh-Glencar, Kerry).[https://hoganstand.com/Article/Index/314995 Death of Kerry All-Ireland winner Jerry O'Riordan]
Gregory Ochiagha, 89, Nigerian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Orlu (1980–2008).[http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bochiagha.html Bishop Gregory Obinna Ochiagha]
Corrado Olmi, 94, Italian actor and comedian (Wake Up and Die, Scandal in the Family, Madly in Love), COVID-19.[https://www.rainews.it/dl/rainews/articoli/corrado-olmi-attore-d10826db-680e-40e1-adb5-b8df7a61e752.html Cinema. E' morto l'attore Corrado Olmi, una vita tra grande schermo, palcoscenico e tv] {{in lang|it}}
Daniel S. Paletko, 70, American politician, mayor of Dearborn Heights, Michigan (since 2004), member of the Michigan House of Representatives (2003–2004), COVID-19.[https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/wayne-county/2020/12/30/dearborn-heights-mayor-daniel-paletko-dies-covid-19/4084174001/ Dearborn Heights Mayor Daniel Paletko dies of COVID-19]
Serafim Papakostas, 61, Greek Orthodox prelate, metropolitan of Kastoria (since 1996), COVID-19.[https://www.naftemporiki.gr/story/1675152/ekoimithi-o-mitropolitis-kastorias-serafeim Εκοιμήθη ο Μητροπολίτης Καστοριάς Σεραφείμ] {{in lang|el}}
John Paul Jr., 60, American racing driver and convicted criminal, Huntington's disease.[https://www.autosport.com/imsa/news/154394/obituary-john-paul-jr-EUR-19602020 Obituary: Two-time Daytona 24 Hours winner John Paul Jr - 1960-2020]
Geoffrey Robinson, 83, Australian Roman Catholic prelate, auxiliary bishop of Sydney (1984–2004).[http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/brobinson.html Bishop Geoffrey James Robinson]
Vincenzo Rosito, 81, Italian footballer (Potenza, Pistoiese, Mantova).[https://www.ansa.it/toscana/notizie/2020/12/29/calcio-morto-rosito-recordman-di-presenze-con-il-potenza_d87f9dbc-5f63-4ecf-b808-72cc6701bece.html Calcio: morto Rosito, recordman di presenze con il Potenza] {{in lang|it}}
Howard J. Rubenstein, 88, American lawyer and public relations expert.[https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/howard-j-rubenstein-public-relations-guru-to-new-yorks-rich-and-famous-dies-at-88 Howard J. Rubenstein, Public Relations Guru to New York's Rich and Famous, Dies at 88]
Rudy Salas, 71, American musician (El Chicano, Tierra).[https://eu.elpasotimes.com/story/entertainment/music/2020/12/30/rudy-salas-tierra-music-band-leader-and-cofounder-dies/4093495001/ Rudy Salas, Tierra band leader and cofounder, dies at 71]
Shabba Doo, 65, American dancer (The Lockers) and actor (Breakin', Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo).[https://allhiphop.com/news/breakin-star-shabba-doo-aka-adolfo-quinones-dies/ “Breakin'” Star Shabba Doo Aka Adolfo Quiñones Dies]
Luigi Snozzi, 88, Swiss architect, COVID-19.[https://www.rsi.ch/news/ticino-e-grigioni-e-insubria/Addio-a-Luigi-Snozzi-13715617.html Addio a Luigi Snozzi] {{in lang |it}}
Jeanine Toulouse, 97, French Olympic sprinter (1948).[https://cridel.fr/avis/jeanine-salagoity-nee-toulouse/ Avis de décès Jeanine Salagoity née Toulouse] {{in lang|fr}}
Tommy Turtle, 70, British soldier, cancer.[https://epaper.thetimes.com/app/THE343 Major Tommy Turtle]
Jean Valentine, 86, American poet, New York State Poet Laureate (2008–2010), complications from Alzheimer's disease.[https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/07/arts/jean-valentine-dead.html Jean Valentine, Minimalist Poet With Maximum Punch, Dies at 86]
Indira Joseph Venniyoor, 94, Indian broadcaster (All India Radio).[https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/veteran-broadcaster-indira-joseph-venniyoor-passes-away/article33448982.ece Veteran broadcaster Indira Joseph Venniyoor passes away]
Kees Verkade, 79, Dutch sculptor and artist.[https://nos.nl/l/2362776 Kees Verkade overleden] {{in lang|nl}}
John Waine, 90, English bishop.[https://www.chelmsford.anglican.org/news/article/bishop-john-waine Bishop John Waine]
Sofia Zhukova, 81, Russian serial killer, COVID-19.[https://web.archive.org/web/20210103022633/https://www.hab.kp.ru/daily/27224.3/4348072/ |title=В Хабаровске умерла баба Соня, «самая старая серийная убийца» в мире] {{in lang|ru}}

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Aldo Andretti, 80, Italian-born American racing driver, COVID-19.[https://racer.com/2020/12/31/aldo-andretti-1940-2020/ Aldo Andretti 1940 – 2020]
Guillem Areny, 89, Andorran politician, mayor of La Massana (1962–1963) and member of the Council General (1966–1969, 1974–1981).[https://www.diariandorra.ad/noticies/nacional/2020/12/31/mor_exconsol_exconseller_general_guillem_areny_areny_172461_1125.html Mor l'excònsol i exconseller general Guillem Areny Areny] {{in lang|ca}}
Ronald Atkins, 104, British politician, MP (1966–1970, 1974–1979).[https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-55497482 Ron Atkins: UK's longest living former MP dies aged 104]
Brenda Banks, 72, American animator (King of the Hill, The Lord of the Rings, The Smurfs).[https://www.animationmagazine.net/people/passings/pioneering-immensely-private-animator-brenda-banks-has-died/ Pioneering, ‘Immensely Private’ Animator Brenda Banks Has Died]
Ivan Baumgartner, 86, Australian footballer.[http://demonwiki.org/Ivan+Baumgartner Ivan Baumgartner]
Bob Bessoir, 88, American college basketball coach (Scranton Royals).[https://fox56.com/news/local/legendary-university-of-scranton-basketball-coach-passes-away-at-88 Legendary University of Scranton basketball coach passes away at 88]
George Blasse, 86, Dutch chemist.[https://images.nrc.nl/bxLTFctBdtCiQ5VneseeEORSbJ4=/x/filters:no_upscale():format(jpeg):fill(f8f8f8,true)/s3/nrchub/clippings/NH/20210109/330-advertisement-221519_1274993_blasse01-13998b.png George Blasse] {{in lang|nl}}
Jos Compaan, 62, Dutch Olympic rower (1980, 1984, 1988).[https://nlroei.nl/jos-compaan-is-overleden-een-klap-voor-de-roeisport/ Jos Compaan is Overleden, Een Klap Voor de Roeisport] {{in lang|nl}}
Josep Corominas i Busqueta, 81, Spanish doctor and politician, deputy (1989–2000) and grand master of the Grand Lodge of Spain (2002–2006).[https://terrassadigital.cat/mor-josep-corominas-i-busqueta-president-de-lateneu-terrassa-i-exregidor-de-lajuntament-de-terrassa/ Mor Josep Corominas i Busqueta, president de l’Ateneu Terrassenc i exregidor de l’Ajuntament de Terrassa] {{in lang|ca}}
Peter Craze, 74, British actor (Doctor Who).[https://web.archive.org/web/20210118071218/https://dramastudiolondon.co.uk/news/peter-craze-august-27-1946-30-december-2020 Peter Craze (August 27 1946 – 30 December 2020)]
Seaman Dan, 91, Australian musician.[https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-01-02/aria-award-winning-musician-uncle-seaman-dan-dies-at-91/13026496 ARIA Award-winning Torres Strait Island musician Seaman Dan dies at 91]
Eugene Peyton Deatrick, 96, American Air Force colonel and test pilot.[https://www.everlywheatley.com/tributes/Eugene-Deatrick Eugene Peyton Deatrick Jr. November 17, 1924 ~ December 30, 2020 (age 96)]
Grace L. Drake, 94, American politician, member of the Ohio Senate (1984–2000).[https://www.the-daily-record.com/story/news/2020/12/31/former-ohio-sen-amazing-grace-drake-dies/4100056001/ Former Ohio Sen. 'Amazing Grace' Drake dies]
Robert A. Frosch, 92, American scientist, administrator of NASA (1977–1981).[https://www.belfercenter.org/person/robert-frosch Robert Frosch]
Gaztelu, 74, Spanish footballer (Real Sociedad).[https://goiena.eus/bergara/1609345897208-jose-agustin-aranzabal-gaztelu-zendu-da Jose Agustin Aranzabal 'Gaztelu' zendu da, Realeko jokalari historikoetako bat] {{in lang|es}}
Andrew Han Jingtao, 99, Chinese Roman Catholic clandestine prelate, bishop of Sipingjie (since 1982).[http://www.asianews.it/news-en/Bishop-Andrew-Han-Jingtao,-a-giant-of-culture-and-faith-of-the-underground-Church,-dies-51968.html Bishop Andrew Han Jingtao, a ‘giant of culture and faith’ of the underground Church, dies]
Frank Kimbrough, 64, American post-bop jazz pianist.[https://ethaniverson.com/2020/12/30/rip-frank-kimbrough/ RIP Frank Kimbrough]
Samuel Little, 80, American serial killer.[https://miami.cbslocal.com/2020/12/30/convicted-serial-killer-samuel-little-dies/ Convicted Serial Killer Samuel Little, Who Confessed To 5 Murders In South Florida, Has Died]
Milan Lučanský, 51, Slovak police general, president of the Slovak Police Force (2018–2020), suicide by hanging.[https://domov.sme.sk/c/22564472/byvaly-policajny-sef-lucansky-zomrel-oznamila-exministerka-sakova.html Bývalý policajný šéf Lučanský zomrel] {{in lang|sk}}
Yehoshua Matza, 89, Israeli politician, member of the Knesset (1984–2002).[https://www.i24news.tv/en/news/israel/1609368231-former-health-minister-israel-bonds-ceo-yehoshua-matza-dies-aged-89 Former Health Minister, Israel Bonds CEO Yehoshua mtaza dies aged 89]
Metin Orgarun, 60, Turkish Olympic judoka (1984).[http://bandirmamanset.com/haber/metin_orgarun_vefat_etti-43662.html Metin Orgarun vefat etti] {{in lang|tr}}
Panusunan Pasaribu, 74, Indonesian civil servant and politician, regent of Central Tapanuli (1995–2001).[https://sumut.inews.id/berita/kabar-duka-mantan-bupati-tapanuli-tengah-panusunan-pasaribu-meninggal-dunia Kabar Duka, Mantan Bupati Tapanuli Tengah Panusunan Pasaribu Meninggal Dunia] {{in lang|id}}
Stephen Prince, 65, American film critic and historian.[https://www.mccoyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Stephen-Prince-2/#!/Obituary Stephen Robert Prince]
Alto Reed, 72, American saxophonist (Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band, Little Feat, Grand Funk Railroad), colon cancer.[https://www.mlive.com/life/2020/12/bob-seger-remembers-longtime-bandmate-alto-reed-he-was-funky-could-scat.html Bob Seger remembers longtime bandmate Alto Reed, dead at 72: ‘He was funky, could scat’]
LaWanna Shurtliff, 85, American politician, member of the Utah House of Representatives (1999–2008, since 2019), pneumonia.[https://www.deseret.com/utah/2020/12/30/22207638/rep-lou-shurtliff-dies-after-3-week-battle-with-pneumonia Rep. Lou Shurtliff dies after 3-week battle with pneumonia]
Lois Sasson, 80, American jewelry designer and gay rights activist, complications from COVID-19.[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/nytimes/name/lois-sasson-obituary?id=7750220 Lois Sasson]
Alexander Spirin, 89, Russian biochemist.[http://www.ibch.ru/press/news/direction/3570 Светлая память Спирину Александру Сергеевичу] {{in lang|ru}}
Victor Stacey, 76, Irish Church of Ireland clergyman, dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin (2012–2016).[https://www.irishtimes.com/news/social-affairs/religion-and-beliefs/rev-victor-stacey-former-dean-of-st-patrick-s-cathedral-dies-aged-76-1.4448068 Rev Victor Stacey, former Dean of St Patrick’s Cathedral, dies aged 76]
Gennady Strakhov, 76, Russian freestyle wrestler, Olympic silver medalist (1972), COVID-19.[https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/60541 Gennady Strakhov]
Anton Strout, 50, American author and podcaster.[https://www.tor.com/2020/12/31/author-and-podcast-host-anton-strout-has-passed-away/ Author and Podcast Host Anton Strout Has Passed Away]
Dawn Wells, 82, American actress (Gilligan's Island, The Town That Dreaded Sundown, Return to Boggy Creek), COVID-19.[https://deadline.com/2020/12/dawn-wells-dead-gilligans-island-covid-19-complications-1234662935/ Dawn Wells Dies Of Covid-19: Mary Ann On ‘Gilligan’s Island’ Was 82]
Richard Gilbert West, 94, British botanist and geologist.[https://www.plantsci.cam.ac.uk/news/2021-01-15 In recognition of Professor Richard West FRS]
Eugene Wright, 97, American jazz bassist (The Dave Brubeck Quartet).[https://www.wbgo.org/post/eugene-wright-steadfast-bassist-and-longtime-anchor-dave-brubeck-quartet-dies-97/ Eugene Wright, Steadfast Bassist and Longtime Anchor of the Dave Brubeck Quartet, Dies at 97]

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Constantin Bosânceanu, 54, Romanian footballer (Bucovina Suceava, Oțelul Galați, Rocar București).[https://stirileprotv.ro/stiri/actualitate/fostul-fundas-constantin-bosanceanu-s-a-stins-la-doar-54-de-ani.html Fostul fundaş Constantin Bosânceanu s-a stins la doar 54 de ani] {{in lang|ro}}
Jeremy Burnham, 89, British television actor and screenwriter.[https://www.stowe.co.uk/school/old-stoics/obituaries Mr Jeremy Burnham (Temple 50)]
Ralph C. Capparelli, 96, American politician, member of the Illinois House of Representatives (1971–2004).[https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2021/1/15/22232141/ralph-capparelli-northwest-side-representative-democrat-republican-obituary Ralph Capparelli, longtime ‘friendly’ Northwest Side state legislator, dead at 96]
John Cardos, 91, American film director (Kingdom of the Spiders, Outlaw of Gor, The Day Time Ended) and actor.[https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/john-bud-cardos-dead-stuntman-animal-wrangler-and-director-dies-at-91 John "Bud" Cardos, Stuntman, Animal Wrangler and Director, Dies at 91]
Maxine Cheshire, 90, American journalist (The Washington Post), cardiovascular disease.[https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/maxine-cheshire-post-reporter-and-columnist-with-the-guts-of-a-cat-burglar-dies-at-90/2021/01/28/05810dae-6179-11eb-afbe-9a11a127d146_story.html Maxine Cheshire, Post reporter and columnist with ‘the guts of a cat burglar,’ dies at 90] {{subscription required}}
Tommy Docherty, 92, Scottish football player (Preston North End) and manager (Chelsea, national team).[https://talksport.com/football/809789/tommy-docherty-man-united-chelsea-dies/ Tommy Docherty, former Man United and Chelsea boss who led Red Devils back to top-flight after relegation, dies aged 92]
Paul Etiang, 82, Ugandan politician, deputy prime minister (1996–1999), COVID-19.[https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/former-deputy-pm-paul-etyang-is-dead-3244670 Former deputy PM Paul Etyang is dead]
Jolanta Fedak, 60, Polish politician, minister of family, labour and social policy (2007–2011) and member of the Sejm (since 2019), cancer.[https://wiadomosci.wp.pl/jolanta-fedak-nie-zyje-miala-60-lat-6592223678036800a Jolanta Fedak nie żyje. Miała 60 lat] {{in lang|pl}}
Ernesto Gismondi, 89, Italian designer, founder of Artemide.[https://www.ilfattoquotidiano.it/2021/01/01/morto-il-designer-ernesto-gismondi-fondatore-di-artemide-che-ha-vinto-il-compasso-doro-per-le-lampade-icona-eclisse-e-tolomeo/6053169/ Morto il designer Ernesto Gismondi, fondatore di Artemide che ha vinto il Compasso d’oro per le lampade-icona Eclisse e Tolomeo] {{in lang|it}}
Robert Hossein, 93, French film director (Les Misérables, Cemetery Without Crosses), actor (Angélique, Marquise des Anges) and writer, COVID-19.[https://www.lepoint.fr/culture/info-le-point-robert-hossein-le-geant-du-theatre-populaire-est-mort-31-12-2020-2407755_3.php Robert Hossein, le géant du théâtre populaire, est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Dušan Jovanović, 81, Serbian-born Slovene theatre director, playwright, and essayist.[https://www.rtvslo.si/kultura/oder/umrl-je-dramatik-in-reziser-dusan-jovanovic/547569 Umrl je dramatik in režiser Dušan Jovanović] {{in lang|sl}}
Richard Maxwell Kenan, 80, American politician.[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/thestate/name/richard-kenan-obituary?id=7851837 Richard Kenan]
Michael Kindo, 73, Indian field hockey player, Olympic bronze medallist (1972).[https://www.hindustantimes.com/other-sports/olympic-bronze-and-world-cup-winner-hockey-player-michael-kindo-dies/story-G27i7ibDNhm6SQJXSmBDZJ.html Olympic bronze and World Cup winner hockey player Michael Kindo dies]
Gary Howard Klar, 73, American actor (Day of the Dead, Married to the Mob, Cadillac Man).[https://bloody-disgusting.com/news/3646775/r-p-day-dead-actor-gary-klar-passed-away/ ‘Day of the Dead’ Actor Gary Klar Has Passed Away]
Emília Kováčová, 89, Slovak economist and academic, first lady (1993–1998).[https://spectator.sme.sk/c/22565273/former-first-lady-dies.html Former first lady dies]
Narendra Kumar, 87, Indian military officer and mountaineer.[https://newsd.in/col-narendra-kumar-who-ensured-siachen-glacier-remains-a-part-of-india-passes-away/ Col Narendra Kumar who ensured Siachen Glacier remains a part of India, passes away]
Maureen Lee, 88, British author.[https://www.itv.com/news/granada/2021-01-02/author-maureen-lee-who-wrote-more-than-20-novels-set-in-her-native-liverpool-has-died-at-the-age-of-88 Tributes to Liverpool author Maureen Lee, who has died at the age of 88.]
Olli Lehto, 95, Finnish mathematician.[https://yle.fi/uutiset/3-11722712 Akateemikko Olli Lehto on kuollut – hän tuli tunnetuksi erityisesti matemaattisten tieteiden edistäjänä] {{in lang|fi}}
Marian Leszczyński, 84, Polish Olympic rower (1964).[https://olimpijski.pl/olimpijczycy/marian-leszczynski/ Marian Leszczyński (1936-2020)] {{in lang|pl}}
Inke Maris, 72, Indonesian journalist.[https://entertainment.kompas.com/read/2020/12/31/203148266/mantan-penyiar-tvri-inke-maris-meninggal-dunia Mantan Penyiar TVRI Inke Maris Meninggal Dunia] {{in lang|id}}
Muladi, 77, Indonesian jurist and politician, justice of the Supreme Court (2000–2001), minister of justice (1998–1999), MP (1997–1998), COVID-19.[https://news.detik.com/berita/d-5315947/mantan-menteri-kehakiman-prof-muladi-meninggal-dunia Mantan Menteri Kehakiman Prof Muladi Meninggal Dunia] {{in lang|id}}
Joe Neal, 85, American politician, member of the Nevada Senate (1972–2004).[https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/joe-neal-dies-first-black-state-senator-in-nevada-2238377/ Joe Neal dies, first Black state senator in Nevada]
Olivier Royant, 58, French journalist, director of Paris Match (since 2006).[https://www.parismatch.com/Culture/Medias/Olivier-Royant-directeur-de-la-redaction-de-Paris-Match-est-mort-1719039 Olivier Royant, directeur de la rédaction de Paris Match, est mort] {{in lang|fr}}
Johnny Sands, 87, Canadian Olympic speed skater (1956, 1960).[https://thestarphoenix.remembering.ca/obituary/john-sands-1081354685 John V. Sands (John (Jonny))]
Joan Micklin Silver, 85, American film director (Hester Street, Crossing Delancey, Between the Lines), vascular dementia.[https://deadline.com/2021/01/joan-micklin-silver-barrier-breaking-film-director-crossing-delancey-hester-street-obituary-was-85-1234663962/ Joan Micklin Silver Dies: Barrier-Breaking Film Director For ‘Hester Street’ And ‘Crossing Delancey’ Was 85]
Dick Thornburgh, 88, American lawyer and politician, U.S. Attorney General (1988–1991) and governor of Pennsylvania (1979–1987).[https://www.inquirer.com/news/dick-thornburgh-dies-pennsylvania-governor-attorney-general-20201231.html Former Pa. Gov. Dick Thornburgh dies at 88]
Narsing Yadav, 57, Indian actor (Kshana Kshanam, Gaayam, Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.), kidney disease.[https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/telugu/actor-narsing-yadav-passes-away-7128048/ Actor Narsing Yadav passes away]

References

External links

[https://www.imdb.com/search/name/?death_date=2020-12-01,2020-12-31&adult=include List of December 2020 deaths] at IMDb

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