Juhan Elken
1851–1931 (age 80)
Biography
Juhan Elken (1851–1931) devoted decades to educating youth in the Väike-Maarja parish, steering classrooms through the turn of the century with calm dedication.
He strengthened community life by championing literacy, civic values, and a love for the Estonian language, and his resting place at Väike-Maarja Cemetery keeps that example near local hearts.