Carl Rathlef

1810–1895 (age 85)

Biography

Carl Rathlef, born in 1810, witnessed the sweeping currents of the nineteenth century and answered them with thoughtful leadership and attentive stewardship of the people around him.

Those who knew him recall his ability to weigh decisions with care and humility, always mindful of the heritage and hopes of the communities he served. His remains lie peacefully in Old St. John’s cemetery, a quiet testimony to a life lived with integrity.

Also buried at Old St. John's cemetery

Evald Tordik
1923–1989 (age 66)
Old St. John's cemetery
Evald Tordik was a gifted singer whose performances kept Estonia’s musical traditions vibrant.
Ivar Kull
1928–1989 (age 61)
Old St. John's cemetery
Ivar Kull was an Estonian computer scientist whose pioneering work advanced computational science.
Kiira Aaviksoo
1955–2011 (age 56)
Old St. John's cemetery
Hengo Kings
1935–1980 (age 45)
Old St. John's cemetery
Hengo Kings was an Estonian legal scholar whose work contributed to the advancement of legal knowledge.
Heinrich Vipper
1928–2013 (age 85)
Old St. John's cemetery
Heinrich Vipper was an agronomist whose research and mentorship strengthened Estonian agricultural traditions.
Richard Kleis
1896–1982 (age 86)
Old St. John's cemetery