Deaths in the 1940s

Erwin Pendl

1875–1945 (age 70)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Erwin Pendl was a photographer whose empathetic eye transformed everyday Vienna into enduring testimony.

Susi Wallner

1868–1944 (age 76)

St. Barbara-Friedhof, Linz-Lustenau

Hermann Schmid

1870–1945 (age 75)

Taborfriedhof

Hermann Schmid was a devoted teacher who nurtured curiosity and integrity among his students.

Richard Teschner

1879–1948 (age 69)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Wenzeslaus Gleispach

1876–1944 (age 68)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Wenzeslaus Gleispach was a jurist known for his fair-minded approach and his steadfast respect for human dignity.

Franz Novy

1900–1949 (age 49)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Rudolf von Brudermann

1851–1941 (age 90)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Rudolf von Brudermann was a military officer who strove to balance duty with compassion for those he commanded.

František Drdla

1868–1944 (age 76)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Leonid Lavreniuk

1925–1945 (age 20)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Leonid Lavreniuk was a young military serviceman remembered for his courage, warmth, and sense of duty during trying tim...

Hubert-Erwin Meierdress

1916–1945 (age 29)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Aleksey Postny

1910–1945 (age 35)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Aleksey Postny was a military officer who led with steadiness and deep concern for those around him.

Semyon Stoyanovsky

1917–1945 (age 28)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Adolf von Brudermann

1854–1945 (age 91)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Adolf von Brudermann was a dedicated military officer remembered for his steady leadership and lifelong care for his fel...

Claire Beck Loos

1904–1942 (age 38)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Claire Beck Loos (1904-1942) was an Austrian woman from Plzeň who died during World War II and was buried in Vienna Cen...

Jožef Ajlec

1874–1944 (age 70)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Jožef Ajlec was a sculptor whose expressive work and mentorship shaped early twentieth-century Viennese art.

Katharina Schratt

1853–1940 (age 87)

Hietzing Cemetery

Katharina Schratt was an acclaimed Austrian stage actor who graced Viennese theaters during the late 19th and early 20th...

Baron Max Wladimir von Beck

1854–1943 (age 89)

Hietzing Cemetery

Baron Max Wladimir von Beck was a politician known for steady leadership and a deep sense of civic responsibility.

Ferdinand Hellmesberger

1863–1940 (age 77)

Hietzing Cemetery

Ferdinand Hellmesberger was an Austrian composer who enriched Vienna's musical tradition during the late 19th and early ...

Ernst Décsey

1870–1941 (age 71)

Hietzing Cemetery

Ernst Décsey was a writer whose thoughtful prose and cultural engagement left a lasting imprint on Viennese letters.

Viktor Léon

1858–1940 (age 82)

Hietzing Cemetery

Viktor Léon was an influential Austrian writer whose literary contributions shaped the cultural landscape of his time.

Mitsuko Aoyama

1874–1941 (age 67)

Hietzing Cemetery

Mitsuko Aoyama was a cultural bridge-builder whose grace and openness nurtured international understanding.

Carl Vaugoin

1873–1949 (age 76)

Hietzing Cemetery

Carl Vaugoin was a notable Austrian politician who served his nation during a pivotal period in Austrian history.

Raoul Bumballa

1895–1947 (age 52)

Hietzing Cemetery

Raoul Bumballa was a politician remembered for his progressive spirit and commitment to inclusive dialogue.

Martin Gerlach

1879–1944 (age 65)

Hietzing Cemetery

Martin Gerlach was an accomplished Austrian photographer whose works documented the visual landscape of early 20th centu...

Hubert Gessner

1871–1943 (age 72)

Neustifter Friedhof

Hubert Gessner was an architect whose harmonious designs and mentorship enriched Vienna’s urban fabric.

Heinrich Maier

1908–1945 (age 37)

Neustifter Friedhof

Heinrich Maier was a devoted Catholic priest whose pastoral ministry served his community with dedication and faith.

Hermann Klepell

1918–1945 (age 27)

Neustifter Friedhof

Hermann Klepell is remembered for steadfast dedication to family and community.

Max Paschkis

1856–1940 (age 84)

Neustifter Friedhof

Max Paschkis was a respected Austrian architect whose designs enriched Vienna's architectural heritage.

Rudolf Ramek

1881–1941 (age 60)

Salzburger Kommunalfriedhof

Rudolf Ramek was a politician known for principled, thoughtful leadership.

Eduard Bauer

1894–1948 (age 54)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Eduard Bauer was a dedicated association football coach who contributed to the development of football in Austria.

Albert Sever

1867–1942 (age 75)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Albert Sever was a politician committed to democratic values and the common good.

Wilhelm Hejda

1868–1942 (age 74)

Meidlinger Friedhof

Wilhelm Hejda was an accomplished Austrian sculptor whose artistic works enriched Austria's cultural and visual heritage...

Georg Rupprecht

1891–1940 (age 49)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Architect Georg Rupprecht's steady hand shaped Vienna's neighborhoods with measured, humane designs that endure in the c...

Johann Zimmerl

1912–1944 (age 32)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Johann Zimmerl was a dedicated Austrian jurist whose legal expertise contributed to Austrian law and justice.

Adolf Gubitzer

1900–1942 (age 42)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Firefighter Adolf Gubitzer dedicated his life to protecting Vienna, answering each call with calm courage and steady res...

Paul Fürst

1856–1941 (age 85)

Salzburger Kommunalfriedhof

Franz Maller

1874–1945 (age 71)

Romantikerfriedhof Maria Enzersdorf

Chapelmaster Franz Maller guided choirs with grace, using music to comfort communities and mark sacred moments.

Christian Varnschein

1867–1944 (age 77)

Salzburger Kommunalfriedhof

August Gerstl

1880–1945 (age 65)

Sieveringer Friedhof

August Gerstl was a devoted Sievering neighbor whose steady civic engagement strengthened local ties and resilience.

Egon Schweidler

1873–1948 (age 75)

Döbling Cemetery

Gustav Diessl

1899–1948 (age 49)

Döbling Cemetery

Actor Gustav Diessl combined emotional depth with disciplined artistry, leaving a lasting mark on Viennese theatre and f...

Ferdinand Bloch-Bauer

1864–1945 (age 81)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Emil Reich

1864–1940 (age 76)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Writer Emil Reich illuminated Austria's past and present with precise, lucid prose that encouraged thoughtful civic enga...

Victor Schufinsky

1876–1947 (age 71)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Roman Felleis

1903–1944 (age 41)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Politician Roman Felleis stood for social justice and respectful discourse, advocating tirelessly for Vienna's working c...

Karl Leuthner

1869–1944 (age 75)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Johann Zak

1903–1944 (age 41)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Firefighter Johann Zak exemplified calm courage and selfless dedication while protecting Vienna through trying times.

Caroline Kubin

1860–1945 (age 85)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Olga Veigl

1882–1948 (age 66)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Children's writer Olga Veigl opened worlds of warmth and wonder to young readers, sharing kindness through every tale.

Willy Strehl

1881–1941 (age 60)

Hietzing Cemetery