Deaths in the 1970s

Francine Faure

1914–1979 (age 65)

Cemetery in Lourmarin

Francine Faure (1914–1979) was a French pianist whose musical talent enriched the cultural life of twentieth-century F...

Prosper Morel

1882–1972 (age 90)

cemetery of Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon

Politician Prosper Morel devoted himself to public service and is memorialized in the cemetery of Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon.

Adrien Noury

1879–1971 (age 92)

chapelle de l'abbé Adrien Noury

Adrien Vandelle

1902–1976 (age 74)

Cimetière des Rousses

Ski jumper Adrien Vandelle inspired admirers with his daring performances and is commemorated at the Cimetière des Rous...

Étienne Gilson

1884–1978 (age 94)

Melun North Cemetery

Blanche Grenier-Godard

1900–1974 (age 74)

Péjoces Cemetery

Resistance fighter Blanche Grenier-Godard displayed steadfast courage in the darkest hour and is remembered at Péjoces ...

Marcel Dupré

1886–1971 (age 85)

Longs-Réages cemetery

Alberto Magnelli

1888–1971 (age 83)

Longs-Réages cemetery

Artist Alberto Magnelli expressed a daring modern vision and is honored at Longs-Réages cemetery.

Bernard de Vaulx

1892–1976 (age 84)

Cemetery of Bourbon-Lancy

Hagop Arakelian

1894–1977 (age 83)

Cimetière de l'avenue Pierre-Grenier

Make-up artist Hagop Arakelian crafted unforgettable looks and is remembered at the Cimetière de l'avenue Pierre-Grenie...

Jo Attia

1916–1972 (age 56)

cemetery of Orsay

Léopold Georges Crouzat

1904–1976 (age 72)

Cimetière de l'avenue Pierre-Grenier

Painter Léopold Georges Crouzat captured tranquil scenes with a luminous touch and is commemorated at the Cimetière de...

Carolus Noël

1898–1973 (age 75)

Cimetière de Marcq-en-Ostrevent

Maurice Silard

1897–1973 (age 76)

Cimetière de Pont-sur-Yonne

Butcher Maurice Silard served his community with skill and warmth and is honored at the Cimetière de Pont-sur-Yonne.

Étienne Lafay

1891–1975 (age 84)

Cimetière de Tarare

Marcel Dargent

1908–1972 (age 64)

nouveau cimetière de la Croix-Rousse

Physician Marcel Dargent offered compassionate care throughout his life and is remembered at the nouveau cimetière de l...

Oscar Carpentier

1899–1978 (age 79)

Cimetière de Marly

Charles Friesé

1901–1970 (age 69)

Cemetery Cimetière Parc

Architect Charles Friesé designed thoughtful spaces and is commemorated at Cemetery Cimetière Parc.

Léa Bullukian

1908–1975 (age 67)

Cemetery of Champagne-au-Mont-d'Or

Adrien Sénéchal

1895–1974 (age 79)

cimetière du Nord

Poster artist Adrien Sénéchal (1895–1974) left a cultural legacy now resting at cimetière du Nord.

Gaëtan Rondeau

1873–1971 (age 98)

Cemetery Sainte-Anne

Joseph Bouvier

1883–1978 (age 95)

cimetière du Nord

Physician Joseph Bouvier (1883–1978) is remembered for decades of dedicated care, now commemorated at cimetière du No...

Jacques Simon

1890–1974 (age 84)

cimetière du Nord

French painter Jacques Simon (1890–1974) was a notable contributor to modern art.

Henri Druart

1902–1979 (age 77)

cimetière du Nord

Writer Henri Druart (1902–1979) filled pages with insight and is laid to rest at cimetière du Nord.

Raymond Zemour

1904–1975 (age 71)

jewish cemetery in Bagneux

Raymond Zemour (1904–1975) was a member of the French Jewish community.

William Zemour

1930–1975 (age 45)

jewish cemetery in Bagneux

William Zemour (1930–1975) rests in the Jewish cemetery in Bagneux, a reminder of the complexities of memory.

Isabelle Charlier

1895–1974 (age 79)

cimetière du Nord

French painter Isabelle Charlier (1895–1974) was an accomplished artist of her generation.

Michèle Girardon

1938–1975 (age 37)

cimetière de Sarcey

Actor Michèle Girardon (1938–1975) is fondly remembered for her luminous performances and is interred at cimetière d...

Gabriel Voisin

1880–1973 (age 93)

Cimetière de Villars

Gabriel Voisin (1880–1973) was a notable French businessperson and entrepreneur.

Charles Brasart

1889–1970 (age 81)

cimetière de Charly

Politician Charles Brasart (1889–1970) served with integrity and is honored at cimetière de Charly.

Raymond Legrand

1908–1974 (age 66)

cimetière de Bissy-sous-Uxelles

French composer Raymond Legrand (1908–1974) created works that enriched the musical heritage of his nation.

Guy La Chambre

1898–1975 (age 77)

Cemetery of Rocabey

Politician Guy La Chambre (1898–1975) is remembered for his leadership and lies at the Cemetery of Rocabey.

Yvonne de Bremond d'Ars

1894–1976 (age 82)

Cimetière ancien d'Asnières-sur-Seine

Yvonne de Bremond d'Ars (1894–1976) was a respected French antiquarian seller and cultural preservationist.

Émile Girardeau

1882–1970 (age 88)

Ancien cimetière de Rosny-sous-Bois

Scientist Émile Girardeau (1882–1970) advanced knowledge and is laid to rest at Ancien cimetière de Rosny-sous-Bois.

Paul

1914–1979 (age 65)

Cemetery of Bois-Colombes

Paul (1914–1979) was an Eastern Orthodox priest devoted to spiritual service and pastoral care.

Anita Garbín

1915–1977 (age 62)

Old cemetery of Béziers

Politician Anita Garbín (1915–1977) championed civic causes and is remembered at the old cemetery of Béziers.

Louis Touchagues

1893–1974 (age 81)

cimetière de Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or

French illustrator Louis Touchagues (1893–1974) created works that enhanced the visual arts of his era.

Aimé Coutagne

1882–1970 (age 88)

Saint-Genis-Laval cemetery

Hydrologist Aimé Coutagne (1882–1970) advanced water science and rests at Saint-Genis-Laval cemetery.

Luis Mariano

1914–1970 (age 56)

Cemetery of Arcangues

Spanish film actor Luis Mariano (1914–1970) was a celebrated performer whose work delighted audiences.

Henri Lumière

1897–1971 (age 74)

Guillotière New Cemetery

Henri Lumière was a steady aircraft pilot whose calm expertise left a lasting impression on those who shared his skies.

Georges-Gustave Toudouze

1877–1972 (age 95)

Cemetery of L'Haÿ-les-Roses

French writer Georges-Gustave Toudouze (1877–1972) made notable contributions to literature and culture.

Wladimir d'Ormesson

1888–1973 (age 85)

Cemetery of Ormesson-sur-Marne

Wladimir d'Ormesson was a contemplative writer whose thoughtful voice enriched the literary life of his era.

Francisque Thibaut

1904–1972 (age 68)

Cemetery of Pérouges

Marguerite Lozier

1898–1971 (age 73)

former cemetery of Lagnieu

Marguerite Lozier was a courageous French resistance fighter whose determined spirit helped sustain hope during dark day...

Jean Tranchant

1904–1972 (age 68)

cemetery of Barbizon

Pierre Chanteloup

1890–1976 (age 86)

cimetière Sud de Melun

Pierre Chanteloup was a devoted farmer whose patient care for the land echoed the traditions of his community.

Albert Varloteau

1909–1978 (age 69)

cimetière de Bois-le-Roi

Madeleine Varloteau

1903–1977 (age 74)

cimetière de Bois-le-Roi

Madeleine Varloteau was a cherished presence in Bois-le-Roi, remembered for her thoughtful and steady spirit.

Jeanne Desfosses

1874–1970 (age 96)

cimetière de Bois-le-Roi

Nelly Carrière

1886–1971 (age 85)

cimetière de Larchant

Nelly Carrière was a sculptor whose thoughtful creations offered quiet reflections of beauty.