Deaths in the 1980s

Ernst Schmidheiny

1902–1985 (age 83)

Old Cemetery of Céligny

A Swiss entrepreneur who advanced industrial development and business innovation.

Emma Kammacher

1904–1981 (age 77)

Cemetery of Meyrin-Village

Emma Kammacher was a lawyer who championed fairness with clarity and compassion.

Guillaume Bordier

1901–1982 (age 81)

Cemetery of Collonge-Bellerive

A Swiss banker of integrity and professional distinction.

Albert Schätti

1905–1988 (age 83)

Friedhof Wülflingen

Albert Schätti was a politician devoted to thoughtful service and respectful dialogue.

Hans Richard von Fels

1904–1983 (age 79)

Cemetery of Commugny

A Swiss physician devoted to medical practice and patient care.

Rudolf Cajochen

1932–1989 (age 57)

Hof cemetery

Rudolf Cajochen was a teacher whose calm guidance inspired curiosity and respect.

Peter von Salis

1898–1982 (age 84)

Cemetery of Mont-sur-Rolle

A Swiss diplomat of distinction and international service.

Maria Ivogün

1891–1987 (age 96)

Rain Cemetery

Maria Ivogün was a university teacher whose mentorship fostered lifelong learning.

Alexis

1899–1980 (age 81)

Sint-Niklaas

Bishop Alexis provided spiritual leadership and calm guidance, leaving a legacy of faith and compassion.

Isidore Bataboudila

1905–1986 (age 81)

Ixelles Cemetery

Belgian nurse Isidore Bataboudila dedicated his career to providing compassionate healthcare to his community.

Guy Bosquet

1926–1985 (age 59)

Herbeumont

Guy Bosquet enlivened the world of illustration with imaginative visuals and a generous creative spirit.

Edmond Rigo

1948–1985 (age 37)

Beyne-Heusay

Willy Coppens

1892–1986 (age 94)

De Panne

Willy Coppens, a renowned flying ace, is honored for his valor and his dedication to remembering fellow aviators.

Jean Rey

1902–1983 (age 81)

Brussels Cemetery

Edgar P. Jacobs

1904–1987 (age 83)

Lasne

Edgar P. Jacobs brought depth and imagination to comics through his masterful work as a colorist.

Louis Scutenaire

1905–1987 (age 82)

Brussels Cemetery

Raoul de Manez

1921–1987 (age 66)

Brussels Cemetery

Raoul de Manez was a devoted actor whose authentic performances left a lasting impression on audiences.

Pierre Weydisch

1908–1983 (age 75)

Brussels Cemetery

Joseph Ruwet

1917–1980 (age 63)

Aubel

Joseph Ruwet mentored countless students with scholarly rigor and a compassionate spirit.

Albert Dondeyne

1901–1985 (age 84)

Park Abbey

André Saint-Rémy

1913–1984 (age 71)

Saint-Josse-ten-Noode

André Saint-Rémy is remembered for his thoughtful political leadership and commitment to civic life.

Georges Gramme

1926–1985 (age 59)

Battice

Madeleine Ozeray

1908–1989 (age 81)

Bouillon (Bélgica)

Madeleine Ozeray's elegant stage presence and devotion to dramatic art left an abiding imprint on Belgian theatre.

Louis Casterman

1893–1981 (age 88)

Tournai

Paul Snoek

1933–1981 (age 48)

Varsenare

Paul Snoek's modernist poems gave eloquent voice to the sensibilities of postwar Flanders.

Stefan Glaser

1895–1984 (age 89)

Comblain-la-Tour

Georges Fonsny

1898–1989 (age 91)

Robermont Cemetery

Georges Fonsny's fearless service in the resistance kept the flame of Belgian freedom alive during its darkest hours.

Jules George

1903–1983 (age 80)

Robermont Cemetery

Hergé

1907–1983 (age 76)

Dieweg Cemetery

Hergé's Tintin stories enchanted readers across the globe with their spirit of adventure and impeccable craftsmanship.

Antoine Allard

1907–1981 (age 74)

Dieweg Cemetery

Leopold III of Belgium

1901–1983 (age 82)

Royal Crypt

Leopold III presided over Belgium in turbulent times, remaining a figure of solemn reflection for the nation.

Prince Charles, Count of Flanders

1903–1983 (age 80)

Royal Crypt

Prince Charles, Count of Flanders, was a Belgian royal painter of the twentieth century.

Marnix Gijsen

1899–1984 (age 85)

Schoonselhof

Marnix Gijsen's lucid prose and reflective essays traced the moral contours of a changing Belgium.

Armand Preud'homme

1904–1986 (age 82)

Schoonselhof

Armand Preud'homme was a Belgian composer active during the twentieth century.

Ferre Grignard

1939–1982 (age 43)

Schoonselhof

Ferre Grignard's soulful folk and blues gave voice to the restless spirit of his generation.

Jan Cox

1919–1980 (age 61)

Schoonselhof

Jan Cox was a Belgian painter of the twentieth century.

Gerard Walschap

1898–1989 (age 91)

Schoonselhof

Gerard Walschap's novels and essays engaged Belgian society with moral clarity and heartfelt empathy.

Roger Avermaete

1893–1988 (age 95)

Schoonselhof

Roger Avermaete was a Belgian writer and intellectual of the twentieth century.

Gustaaf De Bruyne

1914–1981 (age 67)

Schoonselhof

Gustaaf De Bruyne spent decades nurturing students and strengthening the educational community with quiet devotion.

Alexandre André

1897–1989 (age 92)

Cuesmes

Alexandre André was a Belgian essayist and intellectual.

Arthur Grumiaux

1921–1986 (age 65)

Maredsous Abbey

Arthur Grumiaux's radiant violin artistry, infused with pianist-like sensitivity, set a timeless standard for musical el...

Gabriël Verschraegen

1919–1981 (age 62)

Campo Santo

Gabriël Verschraegen was a Belgian composer of the twentieth century.

Jean-Marie Dutry

1899–1986 (age 87)

Campo Santo

Jean-Marie Dutry was a painter whose thoughtful work left a gentle impression on those who experienced it.

Walter Cabus

1920–1984 (age 64)

Campo Santo

Walter Cabus was a Belgian journalist of the twentieth century.

André de Spirlet

1902–1981 (age 79)

Nonceveux

André de Spirlet was a civil engineer known for steady, thoughtful work that served the public good.

Hubert Ansiaux

1908–1987 (age 79)

Verrewinkel Cemetery

Hubert Ansiaux was a Belgian banker and financial leader.

François Renard

1907–1980 (age 73)

Cimetière d'Esneux

François Renard was an actor whose heartfelt performances touched those who saw him work.

Frans Gelders

1905–1985 (age 80)

Vilvoorde

Frans Gelders was a Belgian politician of the twentieth century.

Comte Baudouin de Borchgrave d'Altena

1898–1983 (age 85)

Sint-Servaaskerk

Comte Baudouin de Borchgrave d'Altena was a dignified leader remembered for integrity and steady service.

Marie-Thérèse Bodart

1909–1981 (age 72)

cimetière de l'église Saint-Aubert de Mont-Saint-Aubert

Marie-Thérèse Bodart was a Belgian writer of the twentieth century.