Deaths in the 1970s
21,000+ memorials
Albert Parker
1885–1974 (age 89)
Putney Vale Cemetery
Adam Ciołkosz
1902–1978 (age 76)
Putney Vale Cemetery
Adam Ciołkosz lived with unwavering devotion to the ideals of freedom and community.
James Beck
1929–1973 (age 44)
Putney Vale Cemetery
Reginald Frederick Johnson Hayward
1891–1978 (age 87)
Putney Vale Cemetery
Reginald Frederick Johnson Hayward is remembered for his courageous service and steady character.
Aleksander Pragłowski
1895–1974 (age 79)
Putney Vale Cemetery
Roman Wajda
1901–1974 (age 73)
Putney Vale Cemetery
Roman Wajda was an engineer whose steady leadership and generous mentorship left a lasting mark on his profession.
William Fraser, 1st Baron Strathalmond
1888–1970 (age 82)
Putney Vale Cemetery
Evelyn Mary Heywood
1880–1970 (age 90)
Pleasington
Evelyn Mary Heywood quietly enriched the Pleasington community with steadfast support and warm companionship.
Reginald St John Battersby
1900–1977 (age 77)
Chittoe
John Reith, 1st Baron Reith
1889–1971 (age 82)
Rothiemurchus Forest
Baron Reith was a pioneering broadcaster whose leadership shaped the ethos of public service media.
Ian Heslop
1904–1970 (age 66)
Westbury-on-Trym
Lally Stott
1945–1977 (age 32)
Rainhill
Lally Stott was a singer-songwriter whose memorable melodies brought cheer to listeners worldwide.
William Henry Harris
1883–1973 (age 90)
St George's Chapel, Windsor
Ellaline Terriss
1871–1971 (age 100)
Richmond
Ellaline Terriss was a beloved singer and actress whose grace and versatility enchanted the theatre throughout her long ...
William Slim, 1st Viscount Slim
1891–1970 (age 79)
St George's Chapel, Windsor
Bernard Kettlewell
1907–1979 (age 72)
Steeple Barton
Bernard Kettlewell was a physician and naturalist whose meticulous research illuminated the workings of natural selectio...
Oliver Gale
1893–1971 (age 78)
Shorwell
Doreen Knatchbull, Baroness Brabourne
1896–1979 (age 83)
Mersham
Baroness Brabourne was a writer and compassionate patron devoted to cultural insight and charitable causes.
Nicholas Knatchbull
1964–1979 (age 15)
Mersham
Eric Tansley
1916–1979 (age 63)
Bembridge
Eric Tansley was an illustrator whose art brought warmth and character to the pages he touched.
Charles Wakefield Christie-Miller
1877–1976 (age 99)
Swyncombe
Christine Elizabeth Oxley Parker
1883–1976 (age 93)
Swyncombe
Christine Elizabeth Oxley Parker was a steadfast presence in Swyncombe whose kindness made a lasting impression on all w...
Evelyn Roxburgh
1896–1973 (age 77)
Long Wittenham
John Barbirolli
1899–1970 (age 71)
St Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Kensal Green
Sir John Barbirolli was a conductor whose passionate leadership and musical integrity inspired audiences around the worl...
Marian Kukiel
1885–1973 (age 88)
St Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Kensal Green
Hugh Delargy
1908–1976 (age 68)
St Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Kensal Green
Hugh Delargy was a dedicated Labour politician who championed community interests.
Peter Butterworth
1915–1979 (age 64)
Danehill
John Richard Morris
1879–1970 (age 91)
Llanrug
John Richard Morris was a writer whose thoughtful work celebrated Welsh life.
Glyn Jones
1905–1971 (age 66)
Llandegfan
Frederica Gertrude Doughty
1895–1972 (age 77)
Golders Green Crematorium
Frederica Gertrude Doughty was a sculptor whose work brought grace and strength to the human form.
Peter Kerrigan
1899–1977 (age 78)
Golders Green Crematorium
Clementine Churchill
1885–1977 (age 92)
St Martin's Church, Bladon
Clementine Churchill was a compassionate political figure known for her steady counsel and charitable work.
Tubby Hayes
1935–1973 (age 38)
Golders Green Crematorium
Sid James
1913–1976 (age 63)
Golders Green Crematorium
Sid James was an actor whose comic warmth delighted audiences across stage and screen.
Phil Seamen
1926–1972 (age 46)
Golders Green Crematorium
Jack Hulbert
1892–1978 (age 86)
Golders Green Crematorium
Jack Hulbert was a screenwriter and performer whose charming wit graced British cinema.
Rayner Goddard, Baron Goddard
1877–1971 (age 94)
Golders Green Crematorium
Arthur Brough
1905–1978 (age 73)
Golders Green Crematorium
Arthur Brough was an actor who brought depth and warmth to every role.
Robert Harbin
1908–1978 (age 70)
Golders Green Crematorium
Harry Roy
1900–1971 (age 71)
Golders Green Crematorium
Harry Roy was a clarinetist whose spirited swing enlivened dance halls across the country.
John Slater
1916–1975 (age 59)
Golders Green Crematorium
Ernst L. Freud
1892–1970 (age 78)
Golders Green Crematorium
Ernst L. Freud was an architect whose refined designs reflected a modern vision.
Edgar Lustgarten
1907–1978 (age 71)
Golders Green Crematorium
Paul Kossoff
1950–1976 (age 26)
Golders Green Crematorium
Paul Kossoff was a musician whose soulful guitar work helped shape the band Free.
Brett Cloutman
1891–1971 (age 80)
Golders Green Crematorium
Colin Coote
1893–1979 (age 86)
Golders Green Crematorium
Colin Coote's measured dedication to public service set an enduring example of civility and duty.
Hetty King
1883–1972 (age 89)
Golders Green Crematorium
Joyce Grenfell
1910–1979 (age 69)
Golders Green Crematorium
Joyce Grenfell's radiant warmth and gentle humor offered comfort and joy to countless listeners and viewers.
Maurice Woodruff
1920–1973 (age 53)
Golders Green Crematorium
Michael Head
1900–1976 (age 76)
Golders Green Crematorium
Michael Head's lyrical gifts enriched Britain's musical landscape and continue to inspire those who cherish the art of s...