Raymond Tomlinson 1941 – 2016

Biography

Raymond Tomlinson was born on April 23, 1941, in Amsterdam, beginning a life that would span seventy-four years of personal growth and contribution. Though details of his early years remain modest in the historical record, his path eventually led him to the field of computer programming, a discipline that was itself in its formative stages during his formative years. His work as a programmer positioned him within an emerging industry that would transform the modern world.

Throughout his career, Raymond dedicated himself to the technical challenges and innovations that defined computer science in the latter half of the twentieth century. His professional life reflected the dedication and problem-solving mindset characteristic of pioneers in the computing field. Raymond made his home in Lincoln, the community where he spent his final years.

On March 5, 2016, Raymond passed away in Lincoln following a myocardial infarction at the age of seventy-four. He is remembered as a professional who contributed to the early development of computer programming during a pivotal era in technological history. Raymond’s life and work remain part of the broader legacy of those who shaped the digital age.