Deaths in the 2010s

Rosy Varte

1923–2012 (age 89)

Cimetière Pasteur de Bagnolet

Alain Métayer

1926–2010 (age 84)

cimetière de Liez

French sculptor whose artistic works contributed to the cultural landscape of twentieth-century France.

François Brigneau

1919–2012 (age 93)

Saint-Cloud cemetery

Serge Bouillon

1926–2014 (age 88)

Cimetière Pasteur de Bagnolet

French actor whose performances enriched French cinema and theater throughout his professional life.

Christian Hoflack

1939–2016 (age 77)

cemetery of Montreuil-en-Touraine

French politician dedicated to public service and the representation of his constituents.

Louis Hargé

1925–2014 (age 89)

cemetery of Thil

French baker dedicated to the traditional craft of baking and the culinary heritage of his community.

André Trichard

1929–2011 (age 82)

cemetery of Saint-Maurice-de-Beynost

André Trichard was a thoughtful politician committed to serving the people of Saint-Maurice-de-Beynost.

René Poncin

1936–2012 (age 76)

cemetery of Tramoyes

French politician committed to public service and the representation of his constituents.

Jean-Pierre Mocky

1929–2019 (age 90)

Cimetière du Prieuré-Noir

Jean-Pierre Mocky (6 July 1929 – 8 August 2019), pseudonym of Jean-Paul Adam Mokiejewski, was a French film director, ...

Jacques Baguenard

1945–2014 (age 69)

Cimetière Saint-Martin de Brest

Jacques Baguenard was a respected jurist who devoted his career to the practice of law.

Jacques Voyet

1926–2010 (age 84)

Cimetière de La Salle

Jacques Voyet was a devoted painter whose thoughtful canvases brought subtle beauty to every viewer.

Gérard Varreon

1923–2018 (age 95)

cemetery of Saint-Martin-du-Mont

Gérard Varreon was a devoted volunteer whose service to his community left a lasting impact.

Claude Durut

1934–2019 (age 85)

Cimetière de Bruille-lez-Marchiennes

Claude Durut was a dedicated historian whose writings honored the memory of northern communities.

Roger Pingeon

1940–2017 (age 77)

cemetery of Beaupont

Antoine Duhamel

1925–2014 (age 89)

Cemetery of Valmondois

Cabu

1938–2015 (age 77)

Cimetière de l'ouest

Paul Kaya

1933–2019 (age 86)

Cimetière de Bourg-la-Reine

Paul Kaya was a principled politician deeply committed to the people of Bourg-la-Reine.

Maurice Vallet

1946–2017 (age 71)

Cimetière de Bourg-la-Reine

Maurice Vallet was a gifted lyricist whose creative works enriched the world of music and poetry.

Arié Mizrahi

1932–2018 (age 86)

Cimetière de Bourg-la-Reine

Arié Mizrahi was an inquisitive researcher whose careful work advanced his field and inspired students.

Johnny Hallyday

1943–2017 (age 74)

cemetery of Saint-Barthélémy

François-Xavier Prévost

1986–2015 (age 29)

Cimetière des Ormes de Lambersart

François-Xavier Prévost was a cherished individual remembered fondly by those who knew him.

Arnaud Beltrame

1973–2018 (age 45)

cemetery of Ferrals-les-Corbières

Arnaud Jean-Georges Beltrame (French pronunciation: [aʁno ʒɑ̃ʒɔʁʒ(ə) bɛltʁam]; 18 April 1973 – 24 March 201...

Bernard Kruger

d. 2012

Aimargues Cemetery

Bernard Kruger was a cherished family member whose memory is treasured.

Thierry Aprile

1961–2013 (age 52)

Père-Lachaise Cemetery - Division 87

Writer Thierry Aprile left a lasting impression through his thoughtful storytelling.

Henri Malberg

1930–2017 (age 87)

Père-Lachaise Cemetery - Division 76

Henri Malberg (1930–2017) was a respected French politician whose career was dedicated to public service.

Stella Fabre

1925–2015 (age 90)

Aimargues Cemetery

Stella Fabre's generous spirit blessed her community with comfort and care.

Daniel Rey

1945–2019 (age 74)

Aimargues Cemetery

Daniel Rey was a steady, thoughtful presence whose integrity inspired those around him.

Loulou Bernard

1931–2014 (age 83)

Aimargues Cemetery

Loulou Bernard (1931–2014) was a longtime resident of Aimargues.

Félicie Biondi

1932–2013 (age 81)

Aimargues Cemetery

Félicie Biondi (1932–2013) was a resident of Aimargues.

Roger Pierre

1923–2010 (age 87)

Cimetière de Saint-Ouen

Roger Pierre (1923–2010) was a French screenwriter.

Henri Salmide

1919–2010 (age 91)

Bordeaux (Rue Judaique) Protestant Cemetery

Jean Saint-Geours

1925–2015 (age 90)

Bordeaux (Rue Judaique) Protestant Cemetery

Writer Jean Saint-Geours offered thoughtful reflections that comforted many.

Jean-François Pelletier

1950–2016 (age 66)

cemetery of Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon

Jean-François Pelletier (1950–2016) was a French politician.

Gérard Hourbette

1953–2018 (age 65)

Cimetière de Bellaing

Musician Gérard Hourbette filled audiences with inspiration through his vibrant performances.

Arthur Granger

1987–2018 (age 31)

cemetery of Jujurieux

Arthur Granger (1987–2018) was laid to rest in Jujurieux.

Robert Faurisson

1929–2018 (age 89)

Bartins Cemetery of Vichy

Robert Faurisson (French: [foʁisɔ̃]; born Robert Faurisson Aitken; 25 January 1929 – 21 October 2018) was a British...

Yvette Horner

1922–2018 (age 96)

Saint John Cemetery

Yvette Horner (née Hornère; (1922-09-22)22 September 1922 – (2018-06-11)11 June 2018) was a French accordionist, pia...

Jean-Marie Huart

1940–2017 (age 77)

Cimetière de Mastaing

Jean-Marie Huart (1940–2017) was a French politician.

Jean-Claude Maire

1944–2011 (age 67)

Cimetière de Wavrechain-sous-Faulx

Jean-Claude Maire (1944–2011) was a French politician.

Bertrand Huart

1953–2019 (age 66)

Cimetière d'Hélesmes

Bertrand Huart stood for steady leadership and thoughtful dialogue.

Achille Delporte

1936–2019 (age 83)

Cimetière d'Anhiers

Achille Delporte believed in governance rooted in care for every neighbor.

Léonce Cardon

1926–2016 (age 90)

Cimetière d'Hélesmes

Léonce Cardon was a French politician who served his country during the twentieth century.

Ronald Valdix

1949–2011 (age 62)

Cimetière de Bouvignies

Ronald Valdix served with integrity and a steady commitment to his community.

Jean Quiquempois

1924–2015 (age 91)

Cimetière du Sud d'Aniche

Jean Quiquempois was a French politician dedicated to public service throughout his career.

Madeleine Cabrigniac

1922–2017 (age 95)

Cimetière ancien de Vincennes

Madeleine Cabrigniac quietly enriched Vincennes through kindness and stewardship.

Paul Bocuse

1926–2018 (age 92)

cemetery of Collonges-au-Mont-d'Or

Николь Фонтен

1942–2018 (age 76)

Neuilly-sur-Seine New Communal Cemetery

Nicole Fontaine (French pronunciation: [nikɔl fɔ̃tɛn]; 16 January 1942 – 17 May 2018) was a French politician who ...

Jeannette Batti

1921–2011 (age 90)

Neuilly-sur-Seine New Communal Cemetery

Jeannette Batti enchanted audiences with warmth and talent.

Alix Mahieux

1923–2019 (age 96)

Neuilly-sur-Seine New Communal Cemetery

Alix Mahieux brought generosity and artistry to the performing arts.

Roland Plaisance

1925–2017 (age 92)

Cimetière Saint-Louis d'Évreux

Roland Plaisance was a French individual who lived in Évreux for 92 years until his death in 2017.