Famous people and celebrities who died in March 1961
This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in March 1961. This month marked the loss of influential and beloved figures whose contributions spanned various fields and touched many lives. Explore our detailed list to remember and celebrate their enduring legacies and the remarkable impact they had on the world
March 3 Paul WittgensteinAustrian-american pianist and educator (d. 1961).
March 3 Azizul HaqBengali islamic scholar (b. 1903).
March 3 Alan Bailey
March 4 Egidio Meneghetti
March 5 Hilary Jenkinson
March 5 Ferdinand Werner
March 5 Fritiof Svensson
March 6 George FormbyGeorge Formby was an English actor, singer-songwriter, and comedian, renowned for his light-hearted musical performances, particularly his skillful ukulele and banjolele playing. He became one of Britain's most popular entertainers during the 1930s and 1940s, celebrated for his comic songs and distinctive northern charm. [bio]
March 7 Max HymansWorld War II French Resistance fighter who later became a significant leader at Air France, playing a crucial role during a tumultuous...
March 7 Govind Ballabh PantIndian lawyer and politician, 2nd chief minister of uttar pradesh (b. 1887).
March 8 Thomas BeechamEnglish conductor and composer (b. 1879).
March 9 Wilbur Sweatman
March 9 Cezar Petrescu
March 12 Belinda Lee
March 13 Xhemal Aranitasi
March 13 Ruth Fischer
March 16 Václav TalichCzech violinist and conductor (b. 1883).
March 16 Chen GengChinese general and politician (b. 1903).
March 16 Guido Guidotti Mori
March 17 Susanna M. SalterAmerican activist and politician (b. 1860).
March 23 Albert BlochAmerican academic and painter (d. 1961).
March 23 Valentin Bondarenko
March 30 Philibert Jacques MelotteEnglish astronomer (b. 1880).
March 31 Pyrros SpyromiliosOfficer of the greek navy and director of the greek radio orchestra (b. 1913).
March 31 René Waleff
March 31 Giuseppe Maria Palatucci
March 31 Paul Landowski
March 31 Tiburzio Donadon
