Deaths in the 1960s

André Lorulot

1885–1963 (age 78)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

André Lorulot was a French propagandist who lived from 1885 to 1963.

Pierre Monatte

1881–1960 (age 79)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Pierre Monatte was a writer and tireless advocate for labor rights whose prose helped shape twentieth-century social tho...

Jacques Blanco

1918–1968 (age 50)

Hôtel de Ville de Tours

Jacques Blanco was a French association football player who lived from 1918 to 1968.

Pierre Balme

1882–1963 (age 81)

Cimetière des Carmes

Pierre Balme was a writer whose reflective voice offered readers thoughtful meditations on life and spirit.

Émile Poëncin

1889–1967 (age 78)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Émile Poëncin (1889-1967) was from Joigny, France, and was buried at the Grave of Poëncin.

Louise Mancini

1881–1964 (age 83)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Louise Mancini was a translator whose elegant, faithful work brought international literature alive in French.

Maurice Renaud

1900–1968 (age 68)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Maurice Renaud was a French cyclist who lived from 1900 to 1968.

Gabrielle Renaudot Flammarion

1877–1962 (age 85)

Camille Flammarion Observatory

Gabrielle Renaudot Flammarion was an astronomer whose careful observations and outreach enriched the legacy of the Camil...

Henri Galdin

1896–1968 (age 72)

Lyon (La Doua) French National Cemetery

Henri Galdin was a French friar who lived from 1896 to 1968.

Marcelle Lapré

1879–1965 (age 86)

Varengeville-Sur-Mer Churchyard

Marcelle Lapré was a devoted pillar of the Varengeville-sur-Mer community whose kindness touched many lives.

Marcel Duchamp

1887–1968 (age 81)

Cimetière monumental de Rouen

Marcel Duchamp was a French photographer who lived from 1887 to 1968.

Georges Braque

1882–1963 (age 81)

Varengeville-Sur-Mer Churchyard

Georges Braque was a pioneering artist whose co-creation of Cubism reshaped modern visual art.

Suzanne Duchamp

1889–1963 (age 74)

Cimetière monumental de Rouen

Suzanne Duchamp was a French painter who lived from 1889 to 1963.

Jacques Villon

1875–1963 (age 88)

Cimetière monumental de Rouen

Renowned illustrator and painter whose work bridged genial illustration and modernist experimentation.

Raphaël Salem

1898–1963 (age 65)

Varengeville-Sur-Mer Churchyard

Raphaël Salem was a French mathematician who lived from 1898 to 1963.

Édouard Corniglion-Molinier

1898–1963 (age 65)

Cimetière du Château

Seasoned politician remembered for his steadfast commitment to dialogue and national service.

Pierre Galle

1883–1960 (age 77)

cimetière du Nord

Pierre Galle was a French curator who dedicated his career to cultural preservation.

Myrtle Harkness

1877–1962 (age 85)

Cimetière du Château

Philanthropist known for her generous support of medical and cultural institutions.

Edmond Guiraud

1879–1961 (age 82)

Cimetière protestant de Nîmes

Edmond Guiraud was a French actor whose theatrical career enriched the cultural landscape of his era.

Francis Million

1882–1960 (age 78)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Devoted politician noted for his attentive care to citizen welfare.

Mady Berry

1887–1965 (age 78)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Mady Berry was a French actress who contributed to early twentieth-century theater.

Paul-Clément Jagot

1889–1962 (age 73)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Writer and researcher who explored the frontiers of perception with disciplined wonder.

Robert Porte

1923–1966 (age 43)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Robert Porte was a French actor active in mid-twentieth-century theater and film.

Robert de Joly

1887–1968 (age 81)

Cimetière protestant de Nîmes

Pioneer speleologist whose explorations brought the subterranean world to wider notice.

Suzanne Bing

1885–1967 (age 82)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Suzanne Bing was a French actress and theater artist who shaped early twentieth-century performance.

André Maricq

1925–1960 (age 35)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Archaeologist who safeguarded historical narratives with diligence and respect.

Adile Zogu

1890–1966 (age 76)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Adile Zogu was an Albanian aristocrat whose life reflected early twentieth-century European history.

Renée Tamary

1896–1963 (age 67)

Cimetière parisien de Thiais

Actor whose heartfelt performances left a lasting impression on stage and screen.

Raoul Barette

1891–1969 (age 78)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Raoul Barette was a French printer whose technical skills served the publishing industry.

Élyane Célis

1914–1962 (age 48)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Singer whose warm and sincere voice drew audiences into meaningful musical moments.

Paul Bastide

1879–1962 (age 83)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Paul Bastide was a French composer whose works enriched the musical heritage of his era.

Armand Ziwès

1887–1962 (age 75)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Writer celebrated for his perceptive reflections on daily life and quiet profundity.

François Paul

1896–1965 (age 69)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

François Paul was a French coroner whose professional work served the medical and legal communities.

Bétove

1883–1965 (age 82)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Composer Bétove is remembered for his lyrical contributions to French music and the grace of his artistic legacy.

Henri Chassin

1887–1964 (age 77)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Henri Chassin was a French poet whose literary contributions enriched the poetic tradition of his time.

Léon Bernstein

1877–1962 (age 85)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Journalist Léon Bernstein is honored for his integrity and steadfast commitment to informing the public.

Georges Unné

1877–1960 (age 83)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Georges Unné was a French engineer who lived from 1877 to 1960.

André Ferré

1899–1966 (age 67)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Teacher André Ferré is remembered for his nurturing spirit and lifelong commitment to education.

André Roches

1902–1968 (age 66)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

André Roches lived from 1902 to 1968.

Robert Blum

1911–1965 (age 54)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Teacher Robert Blum is honored for his devotion to students and for cultivating character through education.

Marc Solotareff

1885–1960 (age 75)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Marc Solotareff was a French architect who lived from 1885 to 1960.

Oreste Rosenfeld

1891–1964 (age 73)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Politician Oreste Rosenfeld is remembered for his principled public service and care for the common good.

Camille Lacroix

1898–1968 (age 70)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Camille Lacroix lived from 1898 to 1968.

René Babonneau

1904–1963 (age 59)

Sainte-Marie-sur-Mer

Military personnel René Babonneau is honored for his courageous service and unwavering dedication to his nation.

Grigori

1907–1969 (age 62)

Skit du Saint-Esprit

Grigori was a painter who lived from 1907 to 1969.

Jack Senet

1893–1967 (age 74)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Trade unionist Jack Senet is remembered for championing workers’ rights with steadfast conviction.

Frank Morse-Rummel

1884–1960 (age 76)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Frank Morse-Rummel was an engraver who lived from 1884 to 1960.

Marc Goldman

1912–1968 (age 56)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Marc Goldman is remembered for his compassionate presence and the warmth he brought to his community.

Anders Arvid Enckell

1884–1967 (age 83)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Anders Arvid Enckell (1884-1967) was a Finnish individual born in Saint Petersburg who was later buried in France.

Léo Renoux

1884–1963 (age 79)

Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise

Léo Renoux (1884-1963) was a French individual whose life spanned the late 19th and mid-20th centuries.