Deaths in the 1970s

Henri Deroy

1900–1979 (age 79)

cemetery of Fontainebleau

Pierre Bourgeois

1904–1976 (age 72)

Cemetery of Samois-sur-Seine

Pierre Bourgeois was a television producer who guided early programming with creativity and care.

René Dommange

1888–1977 (age 89)

Avon Cemetery

René Nicoly

1907–1971 (age 64)

Avon Cemetery

René Nicoly was a devoted member of his Avon community, remembered for his steady kindness.

Jacques Mesrine

1936–1979 (age 43)

Cimetière nord de Clichy

Albert Vidalie

1913–1971 (age 58)

Cemetery of Fontenay-aux-Roses

Albert Vidalie was a screenwriter whose thoughtful storytelling left a gentle impact on the cinematic landscape.

Christian Duvaleix

1923–1979 (age 56)

Cemetery of Garches

Laurent Dauthuille

1924–1971 (age 47)

Cimetière des Bulvis

Laurent Dauthuille was a dedicated boxer whose discipline and courage defined his athletic career.

Maurice Chevalier

1888–1972 (age 84)

Cemetery of Marnes-la-Coquette

Pier Angeli

1932–1971 (age 39)

Cimetière des Bulvis

Jean Rostand

1894–1977 (age 83)

cimetière de Ville-d'Avray

Dany Dauberson

1925–1979 (age 54)

Cemetery of Saint Claude

Maurice Dayet

1889–1973 (age 84)

cimetière de Cramans

Giani Esposito

1930–1974 (age 44)

cimetière du Centre

Jean Deffaugt

1896–1970 (age 74)

cimetière n°1 d'Annemasse

Edmée Hatinguais

1896–1972 (age 76)

Cimetière des Bruyères

Annie Anderson

1939–1970 (age 31)

cimetière Saint-Jean de Saint-Quentin

Maurice Dorléac

1901–1979 (age 78)

cemetery of Seine-Port

André Fugier

1896–1976 (age 80)

Saint-Ferjus cemetery.

Francis Blanche

1921–1974 (age 53)

Église Notre Dame de l'Assomption d'Èze - Cemetery

Charles de Gaulle

1890–1970 (age 80)

grave of Charles de Gaulle

Yvonne de Gaulle

1900–1979 (age 79)

grave of Charles de Gaulle

Robert Monod

1884–1970 (age 86)

Cimetière urbain de Pau

René Millet

1910–1978 (age 68)

cimetière de La Celle-Saint-Cloud

Henry Frugès

1879–1974 (age 95)

cimetière de Pessac

Joseph Laniel

1889–1975 (age 86)

chapelle funéraire de la famille Laniel

Jacques Duhamel

1924–1977 (age 53)

La Guicharde Cemetery

Guillaume Gaulène

1887–1979 (age 92)

La Guicharde Cemetery

Nina Ricci

1883–1970 (age 87)

cimetière de Courances

Gaston Gallimard

1881–1975 (age 94)

cimetière de Pressagny-l'Orgueilleux

Gaston Gallimard championed literary exchange through his careful translations and stewardship of a leading publishing h...

Jean-Louis Bory

1919–1979 (age 60)

Cemetery of Méréville

Albert Forcinal

1887–1976 (age 89)

cimetière de Gisors

Albert Forcinal brought thoughtful leadership to public service and a steady commitment to his constituents.

Georges Izard

1903–1973 (age 70)

cimetière de Morsang-sur-Seine

Georges Izard was a French lawyer whose career spanned much of the twentieth century.

Jacques Datin

1920–1973 (age 53)

cimetière de Villegats

Jacques Datin composed elegant melodies that became cornerstones of French chanson.

Lucien Nat

1895–1972 (age 77)

cimetière de Chamarande

Lucien Nat was a French actor known for his performances in twentieth-century cinema and theater.

Albert Raphaël

1871–1970 (age 99)

cimetière de Saint-Pierre-la-Garenne

Albert Raphaël directed with sensitivity, guiding stories toward honest emotional depth.

Berthe Combe

1891–1974 (age 83)

cimetière de Rueil-la-Gadelière

Berthe Combe was a French woman whose life spanned from 1891 to 1974.

Jean Giono

1895–1970 (age 75)

cimetière ancien de Manosque

Jean Giono lent his poetic voice to film, capturing the soul of Provence on screen.

Jacques Pills

1906–1970 (age 64)

Mont-De-Marsan Communal Cemeter

Jacques Pills was a French actor whose career spanned the mid-twentieth century.

Stanislas-André Steeman

1908–1970 (age 62)

cimetière du Trabuquet

Stanislas-André Steeman penned sharp, elegant detective tales that continue to intrigue readers.

Joseph Salvat

1889–1972 (age 83)

cimetière de Surba

Joseph Salvat was a French teacher whose career was dedicated to education and student development.

Fernand Raynaud

1926–1973 (age 47)

cimetière de Saint-Germain-des-Fossés

Fernand Raynaud delighted audiences with warm, observant comedy that celebrated common life.

Isabelle Sandy

1884–1975 (age 91)

cimetière de Saint-Martin-de-Caralp

Isabelle Sandy was a French writer whose literary career spanned much of the twentieth century.

Michel Sicre

1901–1972 (age 71)

cimetière de Montgailhard

Michel Sicre faithfully served his region, striking a balance between progress and tradition.

Paul Voivenel

1880–1975 (age 95)

cimetière de Capoulet-et-Junac

Paul Voivenel was a French writer whose career extended into the latter twentieth century.

Lucien Rebatet

1903–1972 (age 69)

cimetière de Moras-en-Valloire

Lucien Rebatet wrote with boldness, prompting readers to confront the complexities of his time.

André Lallemand

1904–1978 (age 74)

cimetière de Pouilly-en-Auxois

André Lallemand was a French astronomer whose research advanced the field of astronomical science.

François de La Grange

1920–1976 (age 56)

cimetière de Brazey-en-Morvan

François de La Grange informed the nation with calm clarity and a respectful journalistic presence.

Jean Ségurel

1908–1978 (age 70)

cimetière de Chaumeil

Jean Ségurel was a French composer whose musical works contributed to twentieth-century French culture.

Philippe Erulin

1932–1979 (age 47)

cimetière de Port-Blanc

Philippe Erulin was a dedicated French military officer remembered for his steady leadership and service.