Richard Šantrůček
1861–1925 (age 64)
Biography
Richard Šantrůček (1861–1925) was an agricultural engineer who endeavored to improve the lives of rural families through better farming practices. He promoted modernization while honoring the traditions of the countryside he served.
Šantrůček’s devotion to agricultural progress and education continues to be honored by those who visit Vinohrady Cemetery and remember the peaceful countryside fostered by his efforts.