Famous people and celebrities who died in September 1964

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in September 1964. 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

  • John D'Angelico
    Sept. 1 John D'Angelico
  • Alvin York
    Sept. 2 Alvin York

    Decorated World War I hero who received the Medal of Honor.

  • Glenn Albert Black
    Sept. 2 Glenn Albert Black

    American archaeologist and scholar (b. 1900).

  • Hermann Breith
    Sept. 3 Hermann Breith
  • Joseph Marx
    Sept. 3 Joseph Marx
  • Walter A. Brown
    Sept. 7 Walter A. Brown

    Pioneering sports executive who founded the Boston Celtics, a legendary NBA franchise that became one of the most successful teams in...

  • Vanni Pucci
    Sept. 9 Vanni Pucci
  • Gajanan Madhav Muktibodh
    Sept. 11 Gajanan Madhav Muktibodh

    Indian poet and critic (b. 1917).

  • Mark C. Honeywell
    Sept. 13 Mark C. Honeywell
  • Odd Eiwinn Hanssen
    Sept. 13 Odd Eiwinn Hanssen
  • Ludovico Censi
    Sept. 13 Ludovico Censi
  • Vasily Grossman
    Sept. 14 Vasily Grossman

    Renowned Soviet writer and journalist who documented the Eastern Front during World War II, best known for his epic novel 'Life and Fate'...

  • Bertrand Pujo
    Sept. 14 Bertrand Pujo
  • Clarence Hadfield D'Arcy
    Sept. 15 Clarence Hadfield D'Arcy
  • Sean O'Casey
    Sept. 18 Sean O'Casey

    Irish playwright known for his works depicting the lives of the Dublin poor.

  • J. Frank Dobie
    Sept. 18 J. Frank Dobie
  • Clive Bell
    Sept. 18 Clive Bell
  • Lazare Lévy
    Sept. 20 Lazare Lévy
  • Gaston Darbour
    Sept. 20 Gaston Darbour
  • Josef Müller
    Sept. 21 Josef Müller

    German politician and lawyer (d. 1979).

  • Marino Magnani
    Sept. 23 Marino Magnani
  • Einar Strøm
    Sept. 26 Einar Strøm
  • Giovanni Gagliardi
    Sept. 26 Giovanni Gagliardi
  • Pia Nalli
    Sept. 27 Pia Nalli
  • Adib al-Shishakli
    Sept. 27 Adib al-Shishakli
  • Harpo Marx
    Sept. 28 Harpo Marx

    Harpo Marx was an American comedian, actor, mime, and musician, best known as a member of the Marx Brothers comedy team, famous for their films in the early to mid-20th century. Renowned for his silent, mischievous persona and physical comedy, Harpo delighted audiences with his hilarious antics and harp performances. [bio]

  • Lukas Nielsen
    Sept. 29 Lukas Nielsen