Birth date: Nov 29, 1934 Death date: Jul 2, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce that Hans Roehrig passed away at the age of 85 on July 2nd, 2020. Hans was born on November 29th, 1934 in Giessen, Germany. After earning a Masters Degree and Ph.D. from the University of Read Obituary
I’m deeply saddened to hear about Hans’s passing. He was a truly wonderful person who always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. We spent many good times together, and I’ll always cherish those memories. My heart goes out to his family during this tough time. Rest in peace, Hans. Credit goes to https://obituariesbylastname.com/arizona/ for the helpful guide on finding this obituary of a friend
Much love,
Jamie
My heartfelt condolences to Tere. I first met Hans in 1977 when I was a long-haired punk writing software for Don Fisher in Sol Nudelman's Radiology Research Laboratory at what was then the UofA's Arizona Medical Center (AMC). I have fond memories of his laugh - his desk piled high with research papers and if you asked on a topic he could reach into a pile and pull out a paper on that topic. "A clean desk is the sign of a sick mind". We shared memories of travels to Japan. After I left Arizona in 2005 to go into DoD Industry work Krisellen and I would run into Hans & Tere at the Safeway on Ina when Krisellen and I would be in Tucson for our annual Christmas pilgrimage to the desert. Hans was part of a special pantheon of leaders like Sol Nudelman whom Dr. M. Paul Capp brought to establish the Radiology Research Lab with the vision of creating Digital Radiology. I was fortunate to have Sol and Hans to mentor me, along with George Seeley and a cadre of talented research engineers to create digital subtraction angiography, contribute to the ACR-NEMA and DICOM standards for digital radiology (working with Ralph Martinez from the ECE department) and lead the implementation of the network supporting Arizona's telemedicine and teleradiology services from 1996 to 2002. Neither Hans nor any of those giants sought plaques or recognition - they supported the Mission - advancing science, healthcare and service to the people of the State of Arizona and beyond.
- Kevin M. McNeill PhD
My sincere condolences to you, Tere, and family. Hans was my advisor from 1984-1988. I learned much from Hans in words and actions. I have fond memories of grad student dinners at your house. I’m still astounded at Hans’ filing system at our research annex. While his desk appeared a chaotic jumble, he was able to find things instantly. Brilliant mind, warm heart. He is missed.
I'm very sorry to learn of this. Hans was my graduate school adviser from 1982-1988. I'm so grateful that he took a chance on an unproven new student and guided me through my graduate school career and dissertation. He was very kind with a good sense of humor. I can still hear his chuckle and voice in my mind. And of course he was a brilliant scientist that launched the career of many others. His legacy will live on through his family, former students, and body of publications. I used to visit him when I came back to see family in Tucson. It's sad to think that will no longer be possible.
Mark Hayworth, Cincinnati Ohio
Tere,
I'm sorry to hear of Hans' passing. I was one of his graduate students in the '80s and have fond memories of coming to your house for BBQs and Christmas parties. My condolences to you, Alex, and the rest of your family.
Mike Browne
The medical physics community has lost a giant. I first met Hans when I was a post-doc at Mayo Clinic. I would only see him infrequently, typically at AAPM, RSNA or IEEE meetings. Many a challenging discussion might somehow ensue. You will be missed, Hans. Rest in peace.
I was a junior faculty at U of A when I first started an imaging project with Hans in 1993, thus starting our continuing collaboration until 1999 when I left the University. I have learned a lot from Hans on imaging throughout all these years. Hans was humble, personable and always carried a big smile on his face. I will surely miss him.
Chee-Wai Cheng, Ph.D.
I was fortunate to have Professor Roehrig for Medical Imaging at the University of Arizona. His class was always interesting and his knowledge obvious. It was one of the best taught courses of my graduate career. Thanks, Professor!
I always felt like Hans was an old friend from the moment we first met. I am grateful for his frequent suggestions, stimulating questions and collaborations over many years. It seemed that every time we had a chat we discovered we had more in common. I too will miss him.
A kind person and great mentor...he enabled much of what I did in my career...thank you, Dr. Roehrig!
