János Eleki

1939–2020 (age 81)

Biography

János Eleki served his hometown and nation with a steady commitment to public service, navigating complex challenges with a measured voice and unshakable belief in civic dialogue.

Those who worked alongside him remember a gentle statesman whose legacy now lies in the peaceful grounds of Farkasréti Cemetery, where his contributions to democratic life are silently honored.

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