obituaries

Chicago civil engineer Kai Wong Sam died in April from COVID-19. His wife talks about their childhood letters as pen pals and how they reconnected and fell in love years later.

Hamill, who died Aug. 5, was a columnist and editor at the New York Post and the New York Daily News, covering wars, crime and the people of NYC's boroughs. Originally broadcast in '94, '08 and '11.

Journalist and writer Pete Hamill, who chronicled New York City, died Wednesday at age 85. He worked as the editor of The New York Post and The Daily News and was the author of numerous books.

Hundreds of people turned out in Atlanta to say a final goodbye to Congressman John Lewis. He was remembered as a kind and gentle man who spent his life fighting to make positive change.

All Things Considered reflects on the life and contributions of the civil rights icon John Lewis as he is laid to rest in Atlanta.

Former Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain died of COVID-19 complications. He was 74 years old.