Deaths in the 2020s

Christian Bobin

1951–2022 (age 71)

cimetière de Marciac

Christian Bobin (24 April 1951 – 24 November 2022) was a French author and poet.

Bernard Pons

1926–2022 (age 96)

Cemetery, Aigues-Mortes

Bernard Pons (18 July 1926 – 27 April 2022) was a French politician and medical doctor who was a member of the Union o...

Ysabelle Lacamp

1954–2023 (age 69)

cimetière de Monoblet

Ysabelle Lacamp was an actor celebrated for her luminous performances and the warmth she shared with colleagues and fans...

Igor Bogdanoff

1949–2022 (age 73)

cemetery of Saint-Lary

Igor Bogdanoff was a writer known for his inquisitive mind and his ability to illuminate complex ideas with charm.

Grichka Bogdanoff

1949–2021 (age 72)

cemetery of Saint-Lary

Grichka Bogdanoff was a writer who lived from 1949 to 2021.

Pierre Sorlin

1933–2025 (age 92)

cimetière de Vers-Pont-du-Gard

Pierre Sorlin was a historian admired for his rigorous scholarship and the accessible ways he brought history to life.

Robert Sauzet

1927–2023 (age 96)

cimetière du Pont-de-Justice

Robert Sauzet was a historian who lived from 1927 to 2023.

Daniel Richard

1944–2023 (age 79)

Générac Cemetery

Daniel Richard was an entrepreneur celebrated for his visionary spirit and the integrity with which he pursued each vent...

Madeleine Sauzet

2022–2022 (age 0)

cimetière du Pont-de-Justice

Madeleine Sauzet was born in 2022.

Paul Anvesio

1922–2023 (age 101)

cimetière d'Uchaud

Paul Anvesio's century of steady care leaves an enduring legacy in every life he touched.

Marcel Chalbos

1933–2025 (age 92)

cimetière de Ribaute-les-Tavernes (chemin de l'Aubine)

Marcel Chalbos was a Catholic priest who lived from 1933 to 2025.

Jean-Yves Goyard

1941–2023 (age 82)

cimetière de Garons

Jean-Yves Goyard lived from 1941 to 2023.

Souheil Abdo

d. 2020

cimetière du Pont-de-Justice

Souheil Abdo's brief life glowed softly, forever cherished by the family who loves him.

Philippe Ravel

1952–2022 (age 70)

cimetière de Saint-Chaptes

Philippe Ravel lived from 1952 to 2022.

Claudette Ravel

d. 2020

cimetière de Saint-Chaptes

Claudette Ravel is remembered for the warmth she brought to every moment shared.

Arlette Pallade

d. 2023

cimetière de Salindres

Arlette Pallade passed away in 2023.

Jean-Marie Poujenc

d. 2024

Cemetery, Aigues-Mortes

Jean-Marie Poujenc leaves a legacy of quiet generosity and gentle resilience.

Robert Poujol

d. 2024

cimetière de Gallargues-le-Montueux (route de Sommières)

Robert Poujol passed away in 2024.

Roger Hassenforder

1930–2021 (age 91)

cimetière de Kaysersberg

Roger Hassenforder (23 July 1930 in Sausheim – 3 January 2021 in Colmar) was a French professional racing cyclist from...

Jean-Louis Georgelin

1948–2023 (age 75)

cimetière d'Aspet

Jean-Louis Marie Georgelin (French pronunciation: [ʒɑ̃lwi ʒɔʁʒ(ə)lɛ̃]; 30 August 1948 – 18 August 2023) was ...

Patrick Le Lay

1942–2020 (age 78)

cimetière de Saint-Briac-sur-Mer

Patrick Le Lay (7 June 1942 – 18 March 2020) was a French engineer who served as Director of TF1 from 1988 to 2008.

Jean-Claude Carrière

1931–2021 (age 90)

cimetière de Colombières-sur-Orb

Jean-Claude Carrière (French: [ka.ʁjɛʁ]; 17 September 1931 – 8 February 2021) was a French novelist, screenwriter ...

Gilles Perrault

1931–2023 (age 92)

cimetière de Sainte-Marie-du-Mont

Jacques Peyroles (9 March 1931 – 3 August 2023), better known by his pen name Gilles Perrault, was a French writer and...

André Chéret

1937–2020 (age 83)

cimetière de Dhuizon

André Chéret (27 June 1937 – 5 March 2020) was a French comic book artist.

Henri Leclerc

1934–2024 (age 90)

cimetière de Saint-Sulpice-Laurière

Henri Leclerc (French pronunciation: [ɑ̃ʁi ləklɛʁ]; 8 June 1934 – 31 August 2024) was a French criminal defense ...

Italo Bettiol

1926–2022 (age 96)

cimetière d'Aniane

Italo Bettiol was an Italian television producer who contributed significantly to broadcast media during the 20th centur...

Jean-Pierre Babelon

1931–2024 (age 93)

Sarrey cemetery

Jean-Pierre Babelon was a respected French historian whose scholarly contributions advanced the field of historical rese...

Jean-Pierre Chambon

1952–2025 (age 73)

cimetière de Ronchamp

Jean-Pierre Chambon inspired generations with patient mentorship and scholarly curiosity.

Jean Sarrus

1945–2025 (age 80)

cimetière de Blesle

Jean Sarrus (11 May 1945 – 19 February 2025) was a French actor, composer and singer.

Maïté

1938–2024 (age 86)

cimetière de Rion-des-Landes (avenue Frédéric-Bastiat)

Marie-Thérèse Ordonez (née Badet; 2 June 1938 – 21 December 2024), known as Maïté, was a French restaurateur, act...

René Pommier

1933–2024 (age 91)

cimetière de Ronchamp

René Pommier was a devoted university teacher whose mentorship inspired many students to pursue knowledge with enthusia...

François Florent

1937–2021 (age 84)

cimetière de Soppe-le-Haut

François Florent, stage name of François Eichholtzer (30 April 1937 – 27 September 2021) was a French theater actor.

Guy Chaptal

1945–2022 (age 77)

cimetière de Vendargues

Guy Chaptal was a gardian whose dedication upheld the noble traditions of the Camargue.

Jacques Allaire

1924–2022 (age 98)

cimetière des Grouëts

Jacques Allaire was a French military officer whose service reflected his dedication to his nation.

Paul Varry

1996–2024 (age 28)

La Faurie Cemetery

Paul Varry was a thoughtful software developer whose collaborative work reflected his optimism about technology's potent...

Gérard de Turckheim

1923–2022 (age 99)

cimetière de Guebwiller

Gérard de Turckheim was a French industrialist whose business leadership contributed to the industrial sector.

Mehran Karimi Nasseri

1945–2022 (age 77)

cimetière de Mauregard

Mehran Karimi Nasseri (Persian: مهران کریمی ناصری, pronounced [mehˈrɒn kæriˈmi nɒseˈri]; 1945 – 1...

Jean-Louis Murat

1952–2023 (age 71)

cimetière de La Bourboule

Jean-Louis Bergheaud (28 January 1952 – 25 May 2023), better known by the stage name Jean-Louis Murat, was a French mu...

Jean-Claude Nallet

1947–2023 (age 76)

cimetière de Mont-Saint-Aignan

Jean-Claude Nallet (13 March 1947 – 19 August 2023) was a French sprinter that competed in the 1968 Summer Olympics in...

François Léotard

1942–2023 (age 81)

cimetière Sainte-Léonce

François Gérard Marie Léotard (French pronunciation: [fʁɑ̃swa ʒeʁaʁ maʁi leɔtaʁ]; 26 March 1942 – 25 April...

Christiane Collange

1930–2023 (age 93)

cimetière de Veulettes-sur-Mer

Christiane Collange was a writer whose clear and compassionate voice reflected the heart of French society.

Herbert Léonard

1945–2025 (age 80)

cimetière de Saint Fargeau Ponthierry

Herbert Léonard (French pronunciation: [ɛʁbɛʁ leɔnaʁ]; 25 February 1945 – 2 March 2025), born Hubert Lœnhard, ...

Johan Daviet

1974–2024 (age 50)

Lillers New Cemetery

Johan Daviet was a concierge whose considerate presence made many feel supported during quiet moments of remembrance.

Jean-Marie Le Pen

1928–2025 (age 97)

cemetery of La Trinité-sur-Mer

Jean Louis Marie Le Pen (French: [ʒɑ̃maʁi lə pɛn]; 20 June 1928 – 7 January 2025) was a French politician, lawye...

Pascal Danel

1944–2024 (age 80)

cimetière de Bazoches-sur-le-Betz

Pascal Danel (born Jean-Jacques Pascal; 31 March 1944 – 25 July 2024) was a French pop singer and composer best known ...

Hélène Martin

1928–2021 (age 93)

cimetière de Cordemais

Hélène Martin (French: [elɛn maʁtɛ̃]; 10 December 1928 – 21 February 2021) was a French singer-songwriter.

Buzy

1957–2023 (age 66)

cimetière de Corbigny

Marie-Claire Girod (14 February 1957 – 14 November 2023), best known by her stage name Buzy, was a French singer.

Eddie Kuligowski

1946–2021 (age 75)

cimetière de Cepoy

Edouard "Eddie" Kuligowski (22 July 1946 – 15 January 2021) was a French photographer who won the Niépce Prize, the m...

Maud Marin

1945–2025 (age 80)

cimetière de Cahors-ville

Maud Marin (French pronunciation: [mod maʀɛ̃]) or Maud Planchard (28 June 1945 – 21 June 2025) was a French lawyer ...

Roger Louret

1950–2023 (age 73)

cimetière de Monclar

Roger Louret (20 May 1950 – 25 January 2023) was a French actor, playwright, and theatre director.