Deaths in the 2000s

Doris Bensimon

1924–2009 (age 85)

Cimetière de Pantin

Jacques Douai

1920–2004 (age 84)

Leuville Cemetery

Jacques Douai’s voice carried the poetry of France to listeners everywhere.

Pierre Delanoë

1918–2006 (age 88)

Cimetière de Fourqueux

Grégoire Bertrand-Hardy

1929–2006 (age 77)

Monastère Saint Silouane

Grégoire Bertrand-Hardy dedicated himself to contemplative prayer and gentle hospitality.

Gérald Van der Kemp

1912–2001 (age 89)

Giverny Churchyard

Gérald Van der Kemp was a distinguished curator whose work preserved cultural heritage.

Florence Van der kemp

1913–2008 (age 95)

Giverny Churchyard

Florence Van der kemp nurtured artists and preserved Giverny’s beauty with quiet devotion.

René Lamps

1915–2007 (age 92)

Cimetière Saint-Acheul d'Amiens

René Lamps (1915-2007) was a French figure from Amiens who was laid to rest at Cimetière Saint-Acheul d'Amiens.

Antonio Guansé

1926–2008 (age 82)

Cimetière de la Villette

Antonio Guansé (1926-2008) was a Spanish-born individual from Tortosa who lived in France and was buried at Cimetière ...

Armel de Wismes

1922–2009 (age 87)

Nantes (La Bouteillerie) Cemetery

Armel de Wismes (1922-2009) was a French individual from Nantes who was buried at La Bouteillerie Cemetery in his hometo...

Camille Hilaire

1916–2004 (age 88)

Cimetière de l'Est (Metz)

Camille Hilaire (1916-2004) was a French painter from Metz known for his colorful landscapes and still lifes.

Jean Boyer

1948–2004 (age 56)

Cimetière de l'Est

Jean Boyer (1948-2004) was an Algerian-born French individual from Sidi Bel Abbès who was buried at cimetière de l'Est...

Liliane Ackermann

1938–2007 (age 69)

Cimetière israélite d'Etz Haïm

Liliane Ackermann (1938-2007) was a French Jewish figure from Strasbourg who was laid to rest at Cimetière israélite d...

René Capelle

1910–2005 (age 95)

Rouen West Cemetery

René Capelle (1910-2005) was a French individual from Rouen who was buried at Rouen West Cemetery.

René de Naurois

1906–2006 (age 100)

Ranville Churchyard

René de Naurois (1906-2006) was a French Catholic priest and Resistance fighter from Paris who was buried at Ranville C...

Renée Faure

1918–2005 (age 87)

Cimetière de l'ouest

Renée Faure (1918-2005) was a French actress known for her work in French cinema during the mid-20th century.

C. Jérôme

1946–2000 (age 54)

Cimetière de l'ouest

C. Jérôme (1946-2000) was a French singer from Paris known for his romantic ballads and popular hits in the 1970s.

Filip Nikolic

1974–2009 (age 35)

cimetière de Longjumeau

Antoine Trin

1915–2001 (age 86)

Murat

Historian Antoine Trin illuminated the past with thoughtful research and compassionate storytelling, leaving a legacy ch...

André Giresse

1922–2006 (age 84)

Cimetière de l'ouest

André Giresse was a French politician who dedicated his life to public service.

Bernard Destremau

1917–2002 (age 85)

Cimetière de l'ouest

Jean-Pierre Humblot

1940–2003 (age 63)

cimetière du sud, Nancy

Jean-Pierre Humblot was a restaurateur in Nancy known for his culinary expertise.

Lucien Barjon

1916–2000 (age 84)

Sete (Le Py) Cemetery

Stage actor Lucien Barjon shared powerful performances and generous mentorship, remembered fondly at the Sète (Le Py) C...

Françoise Sagan

1935–2004 (age 69)

Cemetery of Seuzac

Jean-Marie Balestre

1921–2008 (age 87)

Saint-Cloud cemetery

Vlado Perlemuter

1904–2002 (age 98)

Saint-Cloud cemetery

Andrée Servilange

1911–2001 (age 90)

Saint-Cloud cemetery

Odette Laure

1917–2004 (age 87)

Cimetière Pasteur de Bagnolet

Bernard Heuvelmans

1916–2001 (age 85)

Cimetière du Vésinet

Jean Séphériadès

1922–2001 (age 79)

Cimetière du Vésinet

Maurice Bernardet

1921–2008 (age 87)

Cimetière Condé

Screenwriter Maurice Bernardet crafted empathetic stories that continue to resonate, remembered with respect at the Cime...

Liliane Gaudet

1930–2003 (age 73)

Cimetière Condé

Liliane Gaudet was a French actor known for her performances in theater and film.

Gérard Simonian

1934–2003 (age 69)

cemetery of Saint-Maurice-de-Beynost

Sports journalist Gérard Simonian celebrated competition with respectful, insightful reporting, cherished at Saint-Maur...

Joseph Reveyron

1917–2005 (age 88)

cemetery of Les Échets

Joseph Reveyron was a talented organist whose musical artistry enriched his community.

Henri Malin

1912–2003 (age 91)

cemetery of Rillieux

Military professional Henri Malin exemplified steadfast dedication and service, remembered in the cemetery of Rillieux.

Jean Thollin

1922–2007 (age 85)

cemetery of La Boisse

Jean Thollin was a French industrialist whose business ventures shaped economic progress.

Michel Serrault

1928–2007 (age 79)

Cimetière Sainte-Catherine de Honfleur

André Chiaroni

1921–2000 (age 79)

cemetery of Montreuil-en-Touraine

André Chiaroni was a French politician devoted to public service and community welfare.

Paul Malassagne

1918–2007 (age 89)

cemetery of Massiac

Politician Paul Malassagne championed thoughtful public service, leaving an enduring impact remembered at the cemetery o...

Paul Torralba

1925–2003 (age 78)

Ancien cimetière de Villeurbanne

Paul Torralba was a French Resistance fighter who courageously fought for liberation during World War II.

Bernard Langinieux

1927–2003 (age 76)

Ancien cimetière de Villeurbanne

Poet Bernard Langinieux penned luminous verses that continue to stir hearts, honored at the Ancien cimetière de Villeur...

Jacques Guetat

1920–2002 (age 82)

Ancien cimetière de Villeurbanne

Jacques Guetat was a respected member of his community.

Achille Dupuis

1934–2001 (age 67)

Cimetière de l'église Saint-Nicolas de Montigny-en-Ostrevent

Politician Achille Dupuis pursued principled leadership with compassion, fondly remembered at the Cimetière de l'églis...

Lucette Sartène-Prieur

1939–2000 (age 61)

Cemetery of Saint-Gondon

Lucette Sartène-Prieur was a dedicated teacher committed to educating and inspiring her students.

Tristan Maya

1926–2000 (age 74)

Grand cimetière d'Orléans

Poet Tristan Maya shared tender, reflective verse that remains cherished at the Grand cimetière d'Orléans.

Edmond Nessler

1907–2004 (age 97)

Père-Lachaise Cemetery - Division 87

Edmond Nessler was a French politician devoted to public service and community advancement.

Gabriel Gilly

1918–2006 (age 88)

Aimargues Cemetery

Gabriel Gilly was a dedicated municipal official whose steady leadership sustained Aimargues for decades.

René Dupont

1938–2001 (age 63)

Aimargues Cemetery

René Dupont was a French politician who served his community with dedication.

Jean Goujon

1921–2003 (age 82)

Aimargues Cemetery

Jean Goujon was a lawyer whose sharp mind and compassionate advocacy preserved justice in Aimargues.

Jean-Marc Lelong

1949–2004 (age 55)

Cimetière de La Salle

Jean-Marc Lelong was a French comics artist known for his creative contributions to the medium.

Charles Trenet

1913–2001 (age 88)

Cimetière de l'ouest