Josef Krejčí

1821–1881 (age 60)

Biography

Josef Krejčí composed music that resonated with the hearts of those around him, weaving melody and harmony even as the century turned.

He is remembered for the gentle beauty of his compositions and for keeping music close to daily life, especially for those who gathered at Olšany Cemetery to recall him.

Also buried at Olšany Cemetery

Karel Čížek
1833–1894 (age 61)
Olšany Cemetery
Karel Čížek was a Czech writer whose literary works contributed to 19th-century Bohemian culture.
Zdeněk Bachůrek
1912–2003 (age 91)
Olšany Cemetery
Bohuslav Mařík
1854–1929 (age 75)
Olšany Cemetery
Bohuslav Mařík was an engineer whose work helped ensure the reliability and dignity of the built environment.
Karel Starý
1831–1898 (age 67)
Olšany Cemetery
Karel Starý was a Czech writer whose literary works contributed to 19th-century Bohemian culture.
Josef Huleš
1814–1887 (age 73)
Olšany Cemetery
Josef Huleš was a dedicated mayor whose calm public service helped steady Prague in his era.
Jaroslav Menšík
1926–2017 (age 91)
Olšany Cemetery
Jaroslav Menšík was a Czech actor and performer.