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Madeleine Riffaud
1924 - 2024
Madeleine Riffaud
1924 - 2024
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BORN
1924
DIED
2024
Madeleine Riffaud Obituary
Madeleine Riffaud was a journalist and fighter with the French Resistance in World War II, refusing to bow to the Nazis despite capture and torture.
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Mr. Jr.
November 18, 2024
My condolences.
RA
November 10, 2024
Prayers for the Riffaud family, May God be with you all in your time of loss.
Linda West
November 9, 2024
Madeleine was a very talented person. She touched the lives of many as a journalist. May you find comfort in knowing she lived a fulfilling life. May you also find comfort in knowing that our Heavenly Father will remember the wonderful way in which she touched the lives of many.
RB
November 9, 2024
A great journalist that was so dedicated to a worthy cause to help save others during the war. Sincere condolences to the Riffaud family, May God be with you in your time of loss.
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