Deaths in the 1940s

Pál Béla

1865–1944 (age 79)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Hungarian ophthalmologist whose medical practice contributed to eye care advancement in early 20th-century Hungary.

Mór Blauner

1876–1949 (age 73)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Mór Blauner was a lawyer of strong principle who championed fairness for all.

Ignác Farkas

1875–1943 (age 68)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Hungarian physician whose medical career served his community from the late 19th century until his death in 1943.

Dénes Fuchs

1886–1947 (age 61)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Dénes Fuchs was a devoted physician whose care comforted countless patients.

Jozsef Czirjek

1875–1948 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian painter whose artistic career spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries until his death in 1948.

Árpád Schauschek

1863–1942 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Árpád Schauschek was an art historian whose scholarship deepened appreciation for cultural heritage.

József Láng

1876–1943 (age 67)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian insurance expert whose professional career advanced financial services in early 20th-century Hungary.

András Komor

1898–1944 (age 46)

Farkasréti Cemetery

András Komor was a gentle writer whose observations captured the heartbeat of his city.

Dezső Apor

1883–1941 (age 58)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian writer whose literary contributions enriched Hungarian culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Vilmos Tarján

1881–1947 (age 66)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Vilmos Tarján was an actor beloved for the earnest humanity he shared on stage.

Béla Csalány

1879–1948 (age 69)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Hungarian painter Béla Csalány (1879–1948) was a notable figure in early 20th-century Hungarian art.

Lajos Dénes

1879–1942 (age 63)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Lajos Dénes was a devoted school teacher remembered for his patient guidance and unwavering integrity in Budapest.

Jenő Déri

1869–1942 (age 73)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Opera singer Jenő Déri (1869–1942) was a prominent voice in Hungarian musical performance.

Bódog Dick

1893–1948 (age 55)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Bódog Dick, an editor of discerning taste, left a literary legacy marked by clarity and thoughtful reflection.

Ödön Frank

1859–1941 (age 82)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Hygienist Ödön Frank (1859–1941) was a dedicated advocate for public health in Hungary.

Margit Fried

1881–1940 (age 59)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Margit Fried was a writer whose sensitive prose continues to resonate with readers for its deep humanity.

Bernát Gáspár

1865–1946 (age 81)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Literary translator Bernát Gáspár (1865–1946) enriched Hungarian culture through his translation work.

Árpád Hanák

1889–1941 (age 52)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Árpád Hanák was a music educator whose mentorship nurtured both skill and a love for the arts.

József Holder

1893–1945 (age 52)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Poet József Holder (1893–1945) was a voice in early 20th-century Hungarian literature.

Márton Holló

1872–1943 (age 71)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Márton Holló was a writer whose narratives reflected deep compassion and thoughtful examination of life.

Zoltán Karczag

1881–1944 (age 63)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Painter Zoltán Karczag (1881–1944) was an active contributor to Hungarian visual arts.

Manfréd Mandovszky

1869–1946 (age 77)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Manfréd Mandovszky ensured the clarity and honesty of the publications he helped shape through diligent editorial work.

Andor Endre Gelléri

1906–1945 (age 39)

Óbuda Jewish Cemetery

Writer Andor Endre Gelléri (1906–1945) was a literary voice during Hungary's interwar period.

Adolf Szenes

1868–1948 (age 80)

Óbuda Jewish Cemetery

Adolf Szenes was a special education teacher whose warmth and dedication uplifted each student he taught.

György Kőnig

1883–1944 (age 61)

Balatonarács

Poet György Kőnig (1883–1944) was a notable voice in early 20th-century Hungarian literature.

Vilmos Magyar

1873–1940 (age 67)

Óbuda Jewish Cemetery

Vilmos Magyar was an architect celebrated for blending innovation with reverence for Hungary’s architectural heritage.

Döme Lugosi

1888–1945 (age 57)

Central graveyard in Szeged

Writer Döme Lugosi (1888–1945) was a contributor to early 20th-century Hungarian literature.

Péter Pfeiffer

1862–1947 (age 85)

Central graveyard in Szeged

Péter Pfeiffer was a physicist whose dedication to scientific exploration inspired future generations.

Gyula Bauer

1862–1940 (age 78)

Farkasrét Jewish cemetery

Military personnel Gyula Bauer (1862–1940) served in Hungary's armed forces during a transformative era.

Bernhard Heller

1871–1943 (age 72)

Farkasrét Jewish cemetery

Bernhard Heller was a rabbi renowned for his compassionate leadership and spiritual guidance.

Tibor Lőw

1873–1941 (age 68)

Farkasrét Jewish cemetery

Tibor Lőw was a Hungarian judge who dedicated his career to the pursuit of justice.

Ilona Vera

1911–1943 (age 32)

Óbuda Cemetery

Ilona Vera was a gifted ballet dancer of early twentieth-century Budapest whose promising life was cut short by wartime ...

János Baradlai

1873–1942 (age 69)

Óbuda Cemetery

János Baradlai was a Hungarian pharmacist dedicated to serving his community's health needs.

Adolf Neubauer

1869–1944 (age 75)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Adolf Neubauer was a dedicated physician in Budapest whose calm skill left a lasting impression on the community he serv...

Jenő Schwarcz

1864–1943 (age 79)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Jenő Schwarcz was a Hungarian architect whose designs enriched Budapest's architectural heritage.

Béláné Sásdy-Schack

1867–1941 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Béláné Sásdy-Schack was a thoughtful poet whose verses captured the resilience and tenderness of Hungarian life.

Karoly Räde

1864–1946 (age 82)

Cinkota Cemetery

Karoly Räde was a Hungarian landscape architect known for his innovative and beautiful designs.

Ede Lengyel-Rheinfuss

1873–1942 (age 69)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ede Lengyel-Rheinfuss was a painter whose work blended tradition with modern sensibility during a period of great artist...

Gyula Rácz

1874–1948 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gyula Rácz was a Hungarian writer whose literary works enriched Hungarian cultural heritage.

Imre Dóczi

1882–1943 (age 61)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Imre Dóczi was a compassionate physician whose steady care comforted many families in turbulent times.

Henrik Salamon

1865–1944 (age 79)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Henrik Salamon was a Hungarian dentist dedicated to providing excellent dental care.

Hajnalka Zilzer

1893–1947 (age 54)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Hajnalka Zilzer was a sculptor who rendered strength and resilience into enduring forms.

Jenő Gál

1872–1940 (age 68)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Jenő Gál was a Hungarian lawyer known for his professional integrity and legal expertise.

Ödön Jakab

1894–1947 (age 53)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Ödön Jakab was a painter known for his atmospheric scenes that reflected Hungary’s varied moods.

Lili Fehér

1899–1948 (age 49)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Lili Fehér was a Hungarian actress whose performances enriched Hungarian theatrical culture.

Jenő Virágh

1881–1943 (age 62)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Jenő Virágh was a respected actor whose presence on stage conveyed warmth and humanity even in dark times.

Emil Balassa

1888–1944 (age 56)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Emil Balassa was a Hungarian playwright whose dramatic works enriched Hungarian theater.

Tivadar Bársony

1887–1942 (age 55)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Tivadar Bársony was a devoted physician who upheld compassionate care despite growing turmoil.

Loránd Barabás

1884–1941 (age 57)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Loránd Barabás was a Hungarian translator dedicated to facilitating cross-cultural communication.

Mária Hoffmann

1885–1949 (age 64)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mária Hoffmann was a librarian devoted to nurturing readers and sustaining cultural life in Budapest.