Howard P. Segal *75

Howard died Nov. 9, 2020, in Bangor, Maine, at the age of 72.

Born in Philadelphia, he earned a bachelor’s degree from Franklin & Marshall College and a master’s degree and Ph.D. in history from Princeton. A professor and historian of technology, Howard was renowned as a leader in his field. The author of eight scholarly books and more than 250 articles in a wide range of prominent publications, he helpled shape the history of technology and received many awards. Howard had an unwavering commitment to the pursuit of knowledge, encouraging impartial inquiry, tolerance, and equity.

A distinguished professor of history at the University of Maine for 34 years, he also taught at Princeton, the University of Cincinnati, the University of Michigan, and Harvard University. Howard was on the governing bodies of national and international organizations including Phi Beta Kappa, the Society for the History of Technology, and the Maine State Museum. His ironic comments and dry jokes were irrepressible, and his friends and family members were frequent beneficiaries of his inimitable wit.

Howard is survived by his wife of 31 years, Deborah Rogers; daughter Raechel Segal; son Rick Segal; and identical twin brother Robert.

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