Deaths in the 1920s

Hugó Kenczler

1884–1922 (age 38)

Jewish cemetery in Košice

Hugó Kenczler was a politician committed to principled governance and thoughtful public service.

Marko Tsepenkov

1829–1920 (age 91)

Sofia

Marko Tsepenkov was a celebrated Bulgarian writer who preserved and promoted Bulgarian folklore and national identity th...

Ivan Vazov

1850–1921 (age 71)

Saint Sophia Church

Patriarch of Bulgarian literature whose novels, poems, and civic service shaped the cultural identity of the young natio...

Vasil Radoslavov

1854–1929 (age 75)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Vasil Radoslavov was an influential Bulgarian politician who shaped national policy during a transformative era in Bulga...

Julian Szumlański

1840–1920 (age 80)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Pedagogue who introduced modern teaching methods and helped nurture Bulgaria's fledgling schools.

Ivan Evstratiev Geshov

1849–1924 (age 75)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ivan Evstratiev Geshov was a Bulgarian politician dedicated to advancing state governance and national interests during ...

Aleksandar Protogerov

1867–1928 (age 61)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Bulgarian general and IMRO leader who fought in the Balkan Wars and devoted himself to the Macedonian cause.

Hristo Matov

1869–1922 (age 53)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Hristo Matov was a dedicated school teacher who contributed significantly to Bulgarian education and youth development.

Hristo Smirnenski

1898–1923 (age 25)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Poet and writer whose vibrant verse captured the hopes of the Bulgarian people in the early 20th century.

Vladislav Kovachev

1875–1924 (age 49)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Vladislav Kovachev was a respected Bulgarian judge who served his nation's judicial system with integrity and dedication...

Georgi Evstatiev

1875–1923 (age 48)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Georgi Evstatiev painted scenes of Bulgarian life during the early 20th century.

Georgi Kirkov

1848–1929 (age 81)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Georgi Kirkov was a prominent Bulgarian politician who contributed to national governance and development throughout his...

Grigor Kyurkchiev

1865–1925 (age 60)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Grigor Kyurkchiev devoted his career to the Bulgarian military.

Deltscho Ilchev

1885–1925 (age 40)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Deltscho Ilchev was a Bulgarian scientist whose research and intellectual contributions advanced knowledge and national ...

Ivan Zlatin

1843–1927 (age 84)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ivan Zlatin was a respected citizen who witnessed and supported the young Bulgarian state.

Iliya Kushev

1896–1922 (age 26)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Iliya Kushev was a Bulgarian military personnel who served his nation with dedication during a turbulent period in Europ...

Krastyu Marinov

1855–1927 (age 72)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Krastyu Marinov was a devoted military officer during Bulgaria's early years.

Joseph Oberbauer

1853–1926 (age 73)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Joseph Oberbauer was an engineer whose technical expertise contributed to Bulgaria's modernization and industrial develo...

Nikola Iliev Ribarov

1859–1927 (age 68)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Nikola Iliev Ribarov rose through the ranks and provided steadfast leadership to his comrades.

Avram Avramov

1859–1927 (age 68)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Angel Gerchev

1845–1924 (age 79)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Angel Gerchev answered the call of the Liberation and remained a symbol of courage.

Antonín Václav Šourek

1857–1926 (age 69)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Asen Agov

1890–1925 (age 35)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Asen Agov upheld the duties of a Bulgarian officer through difficult years.

Atanas Gotsev

1902–1928 (age 26)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Petko Momchilov

1864–1923 (age 59)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Petko Momchilov shaped the Bulgarian capital with thoughtful architecture.

Nikola Genadiev

1868–1923 (age 55)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ivan Shishmanov

1862–1928 (age 66)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ivan Shishmanov was a leading intellectual who connected Bulgarian culture with Europe.

Gyorche Petrov

1865–1921 (age 56)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Krste Misirkov

1874–1926 (age 52)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Krste Misirkov devoted his scholarship to the Bulgarian language and national identity.

Mihail Savov

1857–1928 (age 71)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stoyan Mihaylovski

1856–1927 (age 71)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Bulgarian writer Stoyan Mihaylovski championed moral education and civic virtue through his essays and public discourse.

Arseni Yovkov

1882–1924 (age 42)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Theodosius of Skopje

1846–1926 (age 80)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Theodosius of Skopje brought important writings into Bulgarian, strengthening cultural ties through translation.

Martin Todorov

1856–1926 (age 70)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Marko Balabanov

1837–1921 (age 84)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Politician Marko Balabanov served with steady dedication to the Bulgarian people during a time of change.

Milan Konev

1880–1923 (age 43)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Mikhail Sarafov

1854–1924 (age 70)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Teacher Mikhail Sarafov guided generations with a quiet dedication to learning and character.

Petar Orahovats

1857–1922 (age 65)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Radoi Sirakov

1861–1921 (age 60)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Military personnel Radoi Sirakov embodied duty and resolve in service to Bulgaria's security.

Slavcho Abazov

1883–1928 (age 45)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Slavcho Abazov was a Bulgarian military officer who lived from 1883 to 1928.

Spas Vatsov

1856–1928 (age 72)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Civil servant Spas Vatsov upheld public administration with fairness and steadiness.

Stoycho Garufalov

1868–1924 (age 56)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stoycho Garufalov was a Bulgarian military officer who lived from 1868 to 1924.

Stoyan Malchankov

1875–1920 (age 45)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Politician Stoyan Malchankov championed reforms that aimed to improve everyday life for Bulgarians.

Taskata Serski

1878–1923 (age 45)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Taskata Serski was a Bulgarian revolutionary who lived from 1878 to 1923.

Todor Kushev

1901–1925 (age 24)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Revolutionary Todor Kushev gave his life to the cause of Bulgarian liberation with courage and conviction.

Tarpo Popovski

1848–1928 (age 80)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Tarpo Popovski was a Bulgarian teacher who lived from 1848 to 1928.

Hristo Zankov

1853–1926 (age 73)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Hristo Zankov is remembered for his steady devotion to community and quiet fidelity to Bulgarian life.

Ivan Bozhinov

1860–1927 (age 67)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ivan Bozhinov was a Bulgarian writer who lived from 1860 to 1927.

Kiril Marichkov

1875–1922 (age 47)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Architect Kiril Marichkov designed with a refined balance of tradition and innovation.

Ivan Karastoyanov

1853–1922 (age 69)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ivan Karastoyanov was a Bulgarian photographer who lived from 1853 to 1922.