Sasori managed to kill the Third Kazekage in the anime and manga series, and this was confirmed when fans saw his body turned into a puppet while fighting against Sakura Haruno and Chiyo.

The Third Kazekage. August 9th, 2007 23 min. Sakura counters the Iron Sand attack of the Third Kazekage puppet with superhuman strength. 83. 25. Three Minutes Between Life and Death.