Francisco Acuña de Figueroa

1791–1862 (age 71)

Biography

Francisco Acuña de Figueroa (1791–1862) penned poetry and lyrics that etched the soul of Uruguay, most notably composing the words to the national anthem and capturing the hopes of a young republic.

His lyrical voice helped shape a distinct cultural identity, and he is remembered with reverence at the Central Cemetery of Montevideo where he lies at rest.

Also buried at Central Cemetery of Montevideo

José Rondeau
1773–1844 (age 71)
Central Cemetery of Montevideo
José Rondeau defended the cause of independence across the Río de la Plata as a skilled military leader.
Ignacio Oribe
1795–1866 (age 71)
Central Cemetery of Montevideo
Ignacio Oribe was a nineteenth-century military officer in Uruguay.
Rodolfo Tálice
1899–1999 (age 100)
Central Cemetery of Montevideo
Rodolfo Vicente Tálice Ruiz (2 May 1899, in Montevideo – 2 June 1999) was a Uruguayan scholar, physician and writer.
Carlos Cat
1930–2006 (age 76)
Central Cemetery of Montevideo
Matilde Ibáñez Tálice
1907–2002 (age 95)
Central Cemetery of Montevideo
Gerardo Matos Rodríguez
1897–1948 (age 51)
Central Cemetery of Montevideo
Gerardo Matos Rodríguez was a composer whose music became iconic in Uruguayan culture from 1897 to 1948.