Deaths in the 2010s

Gérard Sabbat

1926–2013 (age 87)

Cemetery of Garches

Gérard Sabbat was a singer whose heartfelt performances left lasting impressions.

Hervé Ghesquière

1963–2017 (age 54)

Cimetière de Trivaux

Jean Offredo

1944–2012 (age 68)

Cemetery of Vanves

Jean Offredo was a respected writer whose literary contributions enriched French cultural heritage.

Claude Sempère

1964–2019 (age 55)

cimetière de Ville-d'Avray

Claude Sempère was a dedicated reporter whose commitment to journalism served the public interest.

Louis Porcher

1940–2014 (age 74)

cimetière intercommunal de Clamart

Louis Porcher was a respected writer whose literary works contributed meaningfully to French culture.

Mabô Kouyaté

1989–2019 (age 30)

Cemetery of Les Lilas

Mabô Kouyaté was an actor celebrated for his passionate and authentic performances.

Nicolas le Jardinier

1928–2018 (age 90)

Cimetière ancien de Romainville

Nicolas le Jardinier was a respected editor-in-chief whose editorial leadership influenced important publications.

Catherine Prévert

1944–2017 (age 73)

Cemetery of Joinville-le-Pont

Catherine Prévert was a devoted screenwriter whose compassionate storytelling left a lasting imprint on French cinema.

André Noé

1932–2019 (age 87)

Cimetière de l'église Saint-Vincent-de-Paul de Wandignies-Hamage

André Noé was a steadfast politician known for his thoughtful public service and dedication to community well-being.

Josette Perrot

1940–2011 (age 71)

Cemetery of Créteil

Josette Perrot was an accountant admired for her integrity and meticulous care in support of the organizations she serve...

Léo Marjane

1912–2016 (age 104)

cemetery of Barbizon

Clément Marot

1929–2010 (age 81)

cimetière de Bois-le-Roi

Clément Marot (1929–2010) was a French cultural figure.

Philippe Mahut

1956–2014 (age 58)

cemetery of Fontainebleau

Antoine Terrasse

1928–2013 (age 85)

cemetery of Fontainebleau

Antoine Terrasse (1928–2013) was a distinguished art historian.

Charles Pasqua

1927–2015 (age 88)

cimetière Sainte-Brigitte

Robert Nyel

1930–2016 (age 86)

cimetière Sainte-Brigitte

Robert Nyel was a singer whose expressive voice conveyed warmth and touched listeners across generations.

Yves Bertrand

1944–2013 (age 69)

cimetière Sainte-Brigitte

Claude Harel

1932–2016 (age 84)

Cimetière Notre-Dame

Claude Harel was a diplomat who upheld the values of service, integrity, and thoughtful international dialogue.

André Berilhe

1932–2012 (age 80)

Cemetery Saint-Pierre of Dax

André Berilhe (1932–2012) was a French rugby union player.

Pierre Prod'homme

1926–2019 (age 93)

Cimetière de la Porte Notre-Dame

Pierre Prod'homme was an architect devoted to creating harmonious, enduring spaces for communities.

Claude Lalanne

1925–2019 (age 94)

cimetière d'Ury

Claude Lalanne (1925–2019) was a renowned French sculptor.

Jacques Dupin

1927–2012 (age 85)

Cemetery in La Voulte

Jean-Pierre Leignel

1940–2018 (age 78)

cimetière de Férin

Jean-Pierre Leignel (1940–2018) was a French politician.

Roland Le Bail

1924–2018 (age 94)

cimetière d'Achères

Roland Le Bail will be remembered for his gentle presence and unfailing kindness in serving those around him.

Jean Ferrat

1930–2010 (age 80)

cimetière d'Antraigues-sur-Volane

Jacques Saulnier

1928–2014 (age 86)

Cemetery of Vézelay

Jacques Saulnier was a scenographer whose creative vision enriched countless theatrical productions and inspired colleag...

Suzanne Citron

1922–2018 (age 96)

Cimetière de Montjustin

Suzanne Citron, born Suzanne Grumbach on 15 July 1922 in Ars-sur-Moselle and died on 22 January 2018 in the 4th arrondis...

Henri Procaccia

1939–2014 (age 75)

Cemetery of Ris-Orangis

Henri Procaccia (1939–2014) was a French engineer.

Jacinte Giscard d'Estaing

1960–2018 (age 58)

cimetière d'Authon

Jacinte Giscard d'Estaing was a veterinarian known for her compassion and steady, reassuring care for animals and their ...

Arnaud de Mareuil

1936–2010 (age 74)

Le Vigan-Des-Cevennes Communal Cemetery

Arnaud de Mareuil (1936–2010) was a French poet.

François Ristori

1936–2015 (age 79)

cimetière de La Celle-Saint-Cloud

François Ristori (1936–2015) was a French painter.

Pierre Fabre

1926–2013 (age 87)

cimetière Saint-Roch de Castres

Marie-France Pisier

1944–2011 (age 67)

La Guicharde Cemetery

Charb

1967–2015 (age 48)

cimetière de Pontoise

Эвелин Пизье

1941–2017 (age 76)

La Guicharde Cemetery

Jean Rochefort

1930–2017 (age 87)

Cemetery of Grosrouvre

Danièle Breem

1921–2014 (age 93)

Cimetière du Pipet

Danièle Breem was a trusted news presenter who brought intelligence and calm to the stories she shared with the public.

Jean Raymond

1919–2011 (age 92)

Cemetery of Cormeilles-en-Parisis

Jean Raymond (1919–2011) was a French actor.

Maxime Ravel

1929–2013 (age 84)

Cimetière des Charmettes (Riom)

Maxime Ravel is fondly remembered for his quiet strength and the heartfelt bonds he nurtured throughout his life.

Édouard-Jean Empain

1937–2018 (age 81)

cimetière de Bouffémont

Édouard-Jean, 3rd Baron Empain (7 October 1937 – 21 June 2018)

Pierre Péan

1938–2019 (age 81)

cimetière de Bouffémont

Pierre Péan (French pronunciation: [pjɛʁ peɑ̃]; 5 March 1938 – 25 July 2019) was a French investigative journalis...

Paul Vergès

1925–2016 (age 91)

cimetière paysager du Port

Yann Fouéré

1910–2011 (age 101)

cimetière de la Trinité

Michel Dejouhannet

1935–2019 (age 84)

St. Denis Cemetery (Châteauroux)

Michel Dejouhannet (5 July 1935, in Châteauroux – 11 January 2019) was a French professional road bicycle racer.

Robert Csali

1928–2012 (age 84)

St. Denis Cemetery (Châteauroux)

Robert Csali was an architect respected for his imaginative designs and his lifelong dedication to thoughtful, enduring ...

Oleg Bryzhak

1960–2015 (age 55)

Germanwings Flight 9525 Memorial

Anne Vanderlove

1939–2019 (age 80)

cimetière d'Ergué-Gabéric

Anna van der Leeuw (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈɑnaː vɑn dər ˈleːu]; 11 December 1939 – 30 June 2019), better known ...

Édouard Leclerc

1926–2012 (age 86)

Landerneau Cemetery

Maria Lambour

1911–2014 (age 103)

cimetière de Pont-l'Abbé

Maria Lambour was a shopkeeper in Pont-l'Abbé who lived from 1911 to 2014.

Raymond Fontaine

1930–2019 (age 89)

cimetière de Vergèze

Raymond Fontaine was a politician whose steady dedication and principled service left a lasting impact on his community.