Noteworthy and influential people who've died this year

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FILE - Primatologist Jane Goodall addresses a Harvard Law School symposium, "The Evolving Legal Status of Chimpanzees," in Cambridge, Mass., Sept. 30, 2002. (AP Photo/Chitose Suzuki, File)

Known around the world for her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees, conservationist Jane Goodall was among a number of noteworthy people who died in October.

Her immersive chimpanzee field research documented the primates’ personalities and use of tools. And she became a household name through appearances on television and in documentaries.

The month also saw the death of R&B singer D’Angelo. Best known for his shirtless performance in the music video “Untitled (How Does It Feel),” fans recognized him by his raspy yet smooth voice.