Deaths in the 1980s

Helen Hessel

1886–1982 (age 96)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Helen Hessel was a journalist whose work contributed to early twentieth-century European cultural discourse.

Gérard Ernest Schneider

1896–1986 (age 90)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Raymond Aron

1905–1983 (age 78)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Raymond Aron was a preeminent French philosopher and public intellectual whose work shaped twentieth-century political a...

Julio Cortázar peme

1914–1984 (age 70)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Robert Mandrou

1921–1984 (age 63)

Houilles

Robert Mandrou was a French historian whose scholarly contributions advanced the study of European history and culture.

Suzanne Lalique-Haviland

1892–1989 (age 97)

Yzeures-sur-Creuse

Shirley Goldfarb

1925–1980 (age 55)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Shirley Goldfarb was a painter whose artistic work contributed to twentieth-century visual culture.

Anna Staritsky

1907–1981 (age 74)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Anna Staritsky was a painter whose luminous compositions reflected the rhythms of Paris.

Mahammad Maharramov

1895–1982 (age 87)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Mahammad Maharramov was a political figure whose work contributed to early twentieth-century governance and public servi...

Paul-Gilbert Langevin

1933–1986 (age 53)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Paul-Gilbert Langevin was a writer who offered steady, thoughtful reflections on science, society, and the arts.

Jacqueline Roman

1920–1981 (age 61)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Edmond Giscard d'Estaing

1894–1982 (age 88)

Saint-Amant-Tallende

Edmond Giscard d'Estaing was a businessperson who combined steady leadership with a commitment to supporting his communi...

Marcel Bozzuffi

1929–1988 (age 59)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Georges Schehadé

1905–1989 (age 84)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Georges Schehadé was a screenwriter whose lyrical narratives celebrated tenderness and humanity.

Simone Collinet

1897–1981 (age 84)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Georges Chamarat

1901–1982 (age 81)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Georges Chamarat was a stage actor whose intelligent, warm performances enlivened every company he joined.

Jean Degottex

1918–1988 (age 70)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Georges Rouquier

1909–1989 (age 80)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Georges Rouquier was a screenwriter who honored rural France through authentic, observant storytelling.

Henri Goetz

1909–1989 (age 80)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Alexandre Rignault

1901–1985 (age 84)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Alexandre Rignault was a stage actor celebrated for expressive performances that felt both powerful and humane.

André Mentzelopoulos

1915–1980 (age 65)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Daniel Dreyfous-Ducas

1914–1985 (age 71)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Daniel Dreyfous-Ducas was a politician known for fostering dialogue and steadying civic life.

Jacques Collombet

1912–1989 (age 77)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Anne Dastrée

1922–1982 (age 60)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Anne Dastrée was a film director whose graceful storytelling honored women and human warmth.

Henri Pinault

1904–1987 (age 83)

Évran

Louis Manguine

1905–1982 (age 77)

Évenos

Louis Manguine was a drafter whose meticulous planning supported thoughtful development in Évenos.

Martha Desrumeaux

1897–1982 (age 85)

Évenos

Daniel Lavallée

1925–1989 (age 64)

Martainville-Épreville

Anne-Marie Uhde

1889–1988 (age 99)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Bahram Aryana

1906–1985 (age 79)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Benn

1905–1989 (age 84)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Valérie Quennessen

1957–1989 (age 32)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Carol Dunlop

1946–1982 (age 36)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Gérard Lebovici

1932–1984 (age 52)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Charpini

1901–1987 (age 86)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Clara Malraux

1897–1982 (age 85)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Colette Rosambert

1910–1987 (age 77)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Daniel Varsano

1953–1988 (age 35)

Montparnasse Cemetery

André Chamson

1900–1983 (age 83)

Valleraugue

Rémi Laurent

1957–1989 (age 32)

Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule

Lucie Mazauric

1900–1983 (age 83)

Valleraugue

Edmond Ardisson

1904–1983 (age 79)

Pierrelatte

Daniel Atger

1923–1988 (age 65)

Dieulefit

Margaret Cossaceanu

1893–1980 (age 87)

Montparnasse Cemetery

René Dorand

1898–1981 (age 83)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Chen Bilan

1902–1987 (age 85)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Marcel Lollia

1931–1984 (age 53)

Pointe-à-Pitre

Germaine Sablon

1899–1985 (age 86)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Germaine Sablon was a beloved French actor and singer whose voice and presence left a lasting impression.

Henri Flammarion

1910–1985 (age 75)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Irving Brown

1911–1989 (age 78)

Montparnasse Cemetery

Irving Brown was a dedicated politician who advocated tirelessly for labor and social progress.