List of Famous people who died in 2002

Ralph Rumney was an English artist, born in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

Reginald Rose was an American film and television writer, most widely known for his work in the early years of television drama. He wrote about controversial social and political issues. His realistic approach was particularly influential in the anthology programs of the 1950s.

Philip Francis Berrigan was an American peace activist and Roman Catholic priest. He engaged in nonviolent, civil disobedience in the cause of peace and nuclear disarmament and was often arrested. He married a former nun, Elizabeth McAlister, in 1973; both were subsequently excommunicated by the Catholic Church. Eleven years of their 29-year marriage were separated by one or both serving time in prison.

Robert Hanbury Brown, AC FRS was a British astronomer and physicist born in Aruvankadu, India. He made notable contributions to the development of radar and later conducted pioneering work in the field of radio astronomy.

Irene Worth, CBE was an American stage and screen actress who became one of the leading stars of the British and American theatre. She pronounced her given name with three syllables: "I-REE-nee".

Kurt Schaffenberger was an American comics artist. He was best known for his work on Captain Marvel and the Marvel Family during both the Golden Age and Bronze Age of comics, as well as his work on the title Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane during the 1950s and 1960s.