Stephen Hawking: Science as Romance and Passion

Stephen Hawking the greatest scientist the present generation has witnessed died on 14 March Stephen Hawking the greatest scientist the present generation has witnessed died on 14 March 2018. Tributes poured in on from scientists, heads of nations and organizations. In the statement that confirmed his death at home in Cambridge, Hawking's children stated: 'We are deeply saddened that our beloved father passed away today. He was a great scientist and an extraordinary man whose work and legacy will live on for many years. His courage and persistence with his brilliance and humour inspired people across the world'. He once said: 'It would not be much of a universe if it wasn't home to the people you love.' We will miss him for ever. Select obituries are documented here in remembrance.