Deaths in the 1940s

Bernhard Nefzger

1874–1948 (age 74)

Stadtpfarrfriedhof Baden

Bernhard Nefzger was a composer whose heartfelt music brought comfort and unity to his community.

Anton Breyer

1854–1940 (age 86)

Stadtpfarrfriedhof Baden

Anton Breyer was a master builder whose skilled craftsmanship contributed to Baden's architectural development.

Josef Dietmann

1863–1945 (age 82)

Stadtpfarrfriedhof Baden

Josef Dietmann was a hotel manager known for his steady hospitality and gracious care.

Fanny Basch-Mahler

1854–1942 (age 88)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Fanny Basch-Mahler was an accomplished Viennese pianist whose musical talents contributed to the city's cultural heritag...

Theodor Dokulil

1876–1947 (age 71)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Theodor Dokulil recorded Vienna’s growth through meticulous and thoughtful surveying.

Franz Zeller

1900–1942 (age 42)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Franz Zeller was a worker in Vienna whose labor contributed to the city's economic and industrial life.

Sophie Wohlmuth

1852–1940 (age 88)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Sophie Wohlmuth was a singer whose warm voice touched audiences and guided younger artists.

Carl Weinstabl

1872–1943 (age 71)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Carl Weinstabl was a Viennese composer whose musical works enriched the city's cultural and artistic heritage.

Adolf Brachaczek

1895–1944 (age 49)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Adolf Brachaczek was a resistance fighter remembered for his brave compassion.

Alfred Eschner

1907–1943 (age 36)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Alfred Eschner was a resistance fighter whose courage and commitment to freedom defined his heroic legacy.

Alois Balázs

1891–1947 (age 56)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Alois Balázs was a jurist respected for his calm wisdom and fair guidance.

August Berto

1888–1944 (age 56)

Vienna Central Cemetery

August Berto was a resistance fighter whose brave actions and moral courage challenged oppression and defended human fre...

Franz Bernert

1895–1945 (age 50)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Franz Bernert was a steadfast butcher whose care for others endured through challenging times.

Franz Fiala

1900–1943 (age 43)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Franz Fiala was a resistance fighter whose courage and commitment to freedom defined his heroic contributions.

Franz Jarosch

1903–1942 (age 39)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Franz Jarosch bravely fought for freedom and remains honored for his resistance work.

Franz Kuchar

1911–1943 (age 32)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Franz Wenzel Nowy

1889–1945 (age 56)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Franz Wenzel Nowy cultivated gardens with devotion, leaving a legacy of quiet care.

Friedrich Fass

1902–1943 (age 41)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Heinrich Seitz von Treffen

1870–1940 (age 70)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Heinrich Seitz von Treffen was a devoted naval officer remembered at Friedhof St. Leonhard.

Paul Puntschart

1867–1945 (age 78)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Otto Seyller

1866–1949 (age 83)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Otto Seyller was an engineer whose thoughtful work bettered the communities he served.

Theodor Ritter von Winterhalder

1861–1941 (age 80)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Rudolf Müller

1865–1945 (age 80)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Rudolf Müller is remembered for the quiet dignity with which he lived and supported those around him.

Rozalija Frančiška Glaser

1862–1943 (age 81)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Rudolf von Kapri

1887–1946 (age 59)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Rudolf von Kapri was a thoughtful writer whose work reflected his deep consideration of life.

Franz Böhme

1885–1947 (age 62)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Ernst Mally

1879–1944 (age 65)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Ernst Mally was a politician committed to serving his community with integrity.

Otmar Schissel von Fleschenberg

1884–1943 (age 59)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Wilhelm von Kaan

1865–1945 (age 80)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Wilhelm von Kaan was a politician remembered for his steady devotion to those he represented.

Hans Paul

1871–1948 (age 77)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Herbert Eichholzer

1903–1943 (age 40)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Herbert Eichholzer was an architect whose designs strengthened the fabric of the communities he served.

Otto Ellison von Nidlef

1868–1947 (age 79)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Alois Dienstleder

1885–1946 (age 61)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Alois Dienstleder served his community with dedicated political leadership.

Max Schürer von Waldheim

1860–1942 (age 82)

Friedhof Millstatt alt

Bernhard Höfel

1862–1943 (age 81)

Westfriedhof

Bernhard Höfel crafted treasures marked by precision and care.

Franz Mair

1910–1945 (age 35)

Ostfriedhof

Rafael Thaler

1870–1947 (age 77)

Ostfriedhof

Rafael Thaler's canvases captured city life and landscape with soulful clarity.

Wolfram von Richthofen

1895–1945 (age 50)

Bad Ischl Friedhof

Stefan Meyer

1872–1949 (age 77)

Bad Ischl Friedhof

Stefan Meyer inspired generations through thoughtful scientific inquiry.

Franz Lehár

1870–1948 (age 78)

Bad Ischl Friedhof

Grygorij Mykytej

1888–1945 (age 57)

Bad Ischl Friedhof

Grygorij Mykytej upheld truth through courageous and principled journalism.

Sophie Lehár

1878–1947 (age 69)

Bad Ischl Friedhof

Karl Muck

1859–1940 (age 81)

Steinfeldfriedhof, Graz

Karl Muck guided ensembles to memorable performances with his refined artistry.

Karl-Wolfgang Redlich

1914–1944 (age 30)

Hauptfriedhof

Max Löblich

1874–1943 (age 69)

Weidling Cemetery

Max Löblich advanced rail travel with dedication to safety and progress.

Joseph Urdich-Cobenzl

1904–1941 (age 37)

Weidling Cemetery

Max Haitinger

1868–1946 (age 78)

Weidling Cemetery

Max Haitinger pursued chemical research with careful precision.

Carl Feiertag

1874–1949 (age 75)

Weidling Cemetery

Paul Breisky

1940–1940 (age 0)

Oberer Stadtfriedhof

Paul Breisky supported his community with reliable technical expertise.

Rosa Breisky

1873–1943 (age 70)

Oberer Stadtfriedhof