Deaths in the 2010s

Amelio Lavina

1914–2018 (age 104)

Péjoces Cemetery

Amelio Lavina was a French centenarian from Tambre who lived to be 104 years old, passing away in 2018.

Anne-Marie Vurpas

1923–2017 (age 94)

Cimetière de Ronno

Anne-Marie Vurpas championed the study of regional languages, guiding scholars and communities with equal care.

Henriette de Gaulle

1929–2014 (age 85)

Cimetière de Colombey-les-Deux-Églises

Henriette de Gaulle was born in 1929 and lived through much of the twentieth century.

Pierre Pontet

1937–2018 (age 81)

Cimetière de Ronno

Pierre Pontet embodied a thoughtful approach to politics, prioritizing dialogue and practical solutions for his constitu...

Georgette Plana

1917–2013 (age 96)

L'Isle-Adam cemetery

Georgette Plana was a French actress who contributed significantly to twentieth-century French culture.

Perrette Pradier

1938–2013 (age 75)

Cimetière de l'avenue Pierre-Grenier

Ariane Carletti

1957–2019 (age 62)

Cimetière de l'avenue Pierre-Grenier

Ariane Carletti was a French actress known for her work in theater and film.

Carolin Petit

1957–2016 (age 59)

Cimetière de l'avenue Pierre-Grenier

Carolin Petit composed with a keen ear for narrative, giving voice to stories that continue to resonate on concert progr...

Claude Prouvoyeur

1927–2018 (age 91)

Dunkirk Center Cemetery

Claude Prouvoyeur (5 January 1927 – 17 January 2018) was a French politician.

Fabien Thiémé

1952–2019 (age 67)

Cimetière de Marly

Fabien Thiémé (11 July 1952 – 27 December 2019) was a French politician.

André Verchuren

1920–2013 (age 93)

Chantilly (Du Bois Bourillon) Cemetery

André Verchuren was a musician whose talent and dedication enriched the cultural life of his community.

Françoise Dorin

1928–2018 (age 90)

Neuilly-sur-Seine New Communal Cemetery

Françoise Andrée Renée Dorin (French pronunciation: [fʁɑ̃swaz ɑ̃dʁe ʁəne dɔʁɛ̃]; 23 January 1928 – 12 J...

Luce Mauriac

1919–2011 (age 92)

Cimetière de Vémars

Luce Mauriac's literary voice combined elegance with sharp insight, encouraging readers to examine the human heart.

Charley Marouani

1926–2017 (age 91)

Neuilly-sur-Seine New Communal Cemetery

Lucien Durand

1929–2015 (age 86)

Cimetière de Maillane

Lucien Durand was a writer whose literary contributions enriched French cultural life.

Mick Micheyl

1922–2019 (age 97)

cemetery of Montmerle-sur-Saône

Mick Micheyl (born Paulette Michey; 8 February 1922 – 16 May 2019) was a French singer-songwriter and sculptor.

Léopold Dupont

1924–2010 (age 86)

Aimargues Cemetery

Léopold Dupont was a raseteur who upheld the traditions of Provençal bullfighting.

Giovanni Matini

1945–2016 (age 71)

Aimargues Cemetery

Giovanni Matini was a community member whose life was part of the social fabric of his region.

Joseph Monjon

1944–2011 (age 67)

Aimargues Cemetery

Joseph Monjon was a community member whose life was defined by family and local connections.

Géna Péchaubès

1923–2019 (age 96)

Père-Lachaise Cemetery - Division 97

Géna Péchaubès was a poet whose verses traced the contours of a lifetime lived with lyric grace.

René Bavay

1921–2013 (age 92)

Avesnes-le-Sec Communal Cemetery

René Bavay was a politician whose career was dedicated to public service and community governance.

Victor Desmet

1919–2018 (age 99)

cimetière du Nord

Victor Desmet was a military personnel who served with distinction from 1919 to 2018.

Henri Levant

1932–2012 (age 80)

Avesnes-le-Sec Communal Cemetery

Henri Levant served his community with steady political leadership in Avesnes-le-Sec.

Théodore Zemour

1928–2019 (age 91)

jewish cemetery in Bagneux

Théodore Zemour was a member of the Jewish community who lived from 1928 to 2019.

Raymond Aubrac

1914–2012 (age 98)

Cemetery of Salornay-sur-Guye

Natasha Parry

1930–2015 (age 85)

Cemetery of Jouars

Jean Besson

1938–2017 (age 79)

Cimetière de Tarare

Jean Besson was a politician who served his community from 1938 to 2017.

Robert Batailly

1934–2017 (age 83)

Guillotière New Cemetery

Lucette Destouches

1912–2019 (age 107)

Longs-Réages cemetery

Lucette Destouches (French pronunciation: [lysɛt detuʃ]; 20 July 1912 – 8 November 2019) was a French dancer.

Jean Midavaine

1930–2011 (age 81)

Cimetière de l'église d'Émerchicourt

Jean Midavaine dedicated himself to public service in Émerchicourt.

Lucien Rogé

1934–2011 (age 77)

Cimetière de Marcq-en-Ostrevent

Lucien Rogé was a politician who dedicated his life to public service from 1934 to 2011.

Patrick Grandperret

1946–2019 (age 73)

Cimetière de la Pie

Patrick Grandperret (24 October 1946 – 9 March 2019) was a French film director, screenwriter and producer.

Maurice Favières

1922–2016 (age 94)

Cemetery of Sucy-en-Brie

Maurice Favières informed and entertained as a beloved television presenter.

Pierre Montheillet

1923–2011 (age 88)

cemetery of Neuville-sur-Ain

Pierre Montheillet was a painter whose artistic work spanned from 1923 to 2011.

Danielle Mitterrand

1924–2011 (age 87)

cimetière de Cluny

Maggy Dussauchoy

1924–2012 (age 88)

cimetière d'Anse

Maggy Dussauchoy was a beloved actor whose performances touched many hearts.

Georges Soffray

1923–2019 (age 96)

Cemetery of Pérouges

Georges Soffray lived a life dedicated to preserving heritage and community spirit.

Pierre Cayez

1932–2014 (age 82)

cimetière d'Écully

Pierre Cayez enriched historical understanding with compassionate scholarship.

Christiane Minazzoli

1931–2014 (age 83)

Cemetery of Marnes-la-Coquette

Danielle Darrieux

1917–2017 (age 100)

Cemetery of Marnes-la-Coquette

Bernard Clavel

1923–2010 (age 87)

Cemetery of Frontenay

Philippe Faure

1952–2010 (age 58)

cimetière du Perréon

Philippe Faure was an actor whose career spanned from 1952 to 2010.

Armand Chagot

1949–2010 (age 61)

cimetière d'Yzeron

Armand Chagot was an actor celebrated for his heartfelt and engaging performances.

Jacques Monory

1924–2018 (age 94)

cimetière de Château-Chalon

Jacques Monory (25 June 1924 – 17 October 2018) was a French painter and filmmaker whose work, highly influenced by ph...

Jean-Paul Brouchon

1938–2011 (age 73)

Cemetery of Issy-les-Moulineaux

Jean-Paul Brouchon was a journalist guided by integrity and clarity.

Guy Gavard

1931–2019 (age 88)

cimetière de Viuz-en-Sallaz

Guy Gavard was a devoted teacher who inspired students with care and curiosity.

Paulette Andrieux

1922–2013 (age 91)

Cimetière des Fauvelles

Paulette Andrieux was an accomplished actor whose performances captivated audiences throughout her career.

Franck Declercq

1972–2019 (age 47)

Cimetière de Mons-en-Barœul

Franck Declercq was a politician dedicated to empathetic leadership and public service.

Jean Navarro

1952–2019 (age 67)

cemetery of Ambérieu-en-Bugey

Jean Navarro was a devoted teacher whose dedication to education inspired generations of students.

Guy Béart

1930–2015 (age 85)

Cemetery of Garches