Hillar Kaal
1930–1983 (age 53)
Biography
Hillar Kaal embraced the mountains from a young age, rising to national prominence as a mountaineer who brought courage and careful planning to every ascent. His expeditions inspired fellow climbers to respect both the challenge of the peaks and the importance of safety in the alpine realms.
Friends remember his generous spirit, the kind word before a climb, and the stories that warmed gatherings after long days; his memory endures at Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery.