Deaths in the 1940s

Aladár Sándor

1872–1943 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Aladár Sándor was a prominent Hungarian jurist whose career shaped legal discourse in early twentieth-century Hungary.

Gyula Ipolyi-Keller

1869–1949 (age 80)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Esteemed economist whose thoughtful analyses helped shape Hungarian fiscal thinking.

Gyula Isaák

1885–1947 (age 62)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gyula Isaák was a dedicated Hungarian judge whose judicial service advanced the cause of justice in twentieth-century H...

Lajos von Malanotti

1883–1948 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Veteran officer remembered for steady leadership and care for his troops.

Hugó Márki

1878–1949 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hugó Márki was a prominent Hungarian jurist whose legal scholarship and professional achievements enriched Hungarian l...

Imre Bálint

1873–1943 (age 70)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer whose pages captured the Hungarian spirit with clarity and care.

Lajos Gró

1901–1943 (age 42)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Lajos Gró was a Hungarian journalist whose career contributed to the intellectual and public discourse of his era.

György Déri

1863–1946 (age 83)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Art collector whose generosity broadened appreciation for visual arts.

József Ladvánszky

1889–1940 (age 51)

Central graveyard in Szeged

József Ladvánszky was a dedicated Hungarian political activist whose work advanced his vision for social and political...

Peter König

1870–1940 (age 70)

Central graveyard in Szeged

Composer whose melodies enriched Szeged's cultural life.

Imre Sándor

1892–1943 (age 51)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Imre Sándor was a Hungarian writer whose literary works enriched the cultural heritage of twentieth-century Hungary.

Bertalan Kohlbach

1866–1944 (age 78)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Rabbi who offered spiritual guidance and compassion to many.

Gábor Kardos

1881–1942 (age 61)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Gábor Kardos was a Hungarian painter whose artistic works contributed to the development of twentieth-century Hungarian...

Jenő Acsády

1853–1940 (age 87)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Engineer remembered for energetic pursuit of modern infrastructure and mentorship.

Mór Fényes

1866–1949 (age 83)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Mór Fényes was a distinguished Hungarian rabbi whose spiritual leadership enriched the Jewish community of Hungary.

Mihály Rónai

1879–1945 (age 66)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Veterinarian committed to the welfare of animals and the people who care for them.

Emma Hauser

1886–1945 (age 59)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Emma Hauser was a pioneering Hungarian physician whose medical career advanced healthcare in twentieth-century Hungary.

Ede Illés Baron

1857–1940 (age 83)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Editor whose steady hand kept the presses running with integrity.

László Bánáss

1888–1949 (age 61)

St. Michael's Cathedral, Veszprém

László Bánáss was a Hungarian politician whose public service advanced the civic and political life of twentieth-cen...

Árpád István Hanauer

1869–1942 (age 73)

Vác Cathedral

Priest who shepherded his flock with gentle conviction and steadfast presence.

Lajos Fejér

1877–1945 (age 68)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Lajos Fejér was a Hungarian architect active in early 20th-century Budapest.

Elemér Kaszab

1878–1945 (age 67)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Elemér Kaszab was an industrialist whose leadership sustained community confidence amid great upheaval.

Alfréd Bloch

1873–1947 (age 74)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Alfréd Bloch was a Hungarian architect who worked in Budapest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Béla Lukács

1873–1945 (age 72)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Béla Lukács was an architect celebrated for designs that balanced practicality and grace.

Dezső Bán

1940–1940 (age 0)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Dezső Bán was a Hungarian architect of the mid-20th century.

József Badics

1900–1945 (age 45)

Farkasréti Cemetery

József Badics was an economist known for thoughtful analyses and a compassionate approach to policy.

Vadnai Béla

1894–1943 (age 49)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Vadnai Béla was a Hungarian economist active in the early 20th century.

Edith Farkas

1877–1942 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Edith Farkas was a teacher admired for nurturing bright minds with kindness.

Szilárd Schindler

1887–1943 (age 56)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Szilárd Schindler was a Hungarian military attaché who served during the early 20th century.

Samu Nagy

1881–1940 (age 59)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Samu Nagy was a writer who chronicled the nuances of life with courage.

Szeréna Ladányi

1884–1940 (age 56)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Szeréna Ladányi was a Hungarian school teacher dedicated to education in early 20th-century Budapest.

László Sipos

1918–1944 (age 26)

Central graveyard in Szeged

László Sipos was a film director whose storytelling pondered the resilience of the human spirit.

Béla Kerékjártó

1898–1946 (age 48)

Megyeri Cemetery

Béla Kerékjártó was a prominent Hungarian mathematician whose research advanced mathematical science.

Zsigmond Morvay

1884–1945 (age 61)

Megyeri Cemetery

Zsigmond Morvay was a politician distinguished by earnest service and steady respect.

Sándor Szalay

1880–1947 (age 67)

Megyeri Cemetery

Sándor Szalay was a Hungarian barrister who practiced law in early 20th-century Budapest.

Dezső Megyery

1866–1941 (age 75)

Megyeri Cemetery

Dezső Megyery was a lawyer who upheld justice with principled advocacy.

Imre Rácz

1879–1940 (age 61)

Megyeri Cemetery

Imre Rácz was a Hungarian educator committed to advancing education in early 20th-century Hungary.

György Povázsai

1924–1945 (age 21)

Megyeri Cemetery

György Povázsai was a partisan revered for his courage in defense of freedom.

Lajos Klima

1870–1943 (age 73)

Megyeri Cemetery

Lajos Klima was a Hungarian writer whose literary works contributed to Hungarian cultural life.

Pál Csepreghy

1857–1943 (age 86)

Megyeri Cemetery

Pál Csepreghy was a firefighter remembered for calm determination in peril.

Elemér Wurmb

1877–1941 (age 64)

Megyeri Cemetery

Hungarian lawyer and legal professional of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

István Bakonyi

1895–1949 (age 54)

Megyeri Cemetery

István Bakonyi was a respected merchant who upheld his community with dependable service.

Simon Pertl

1881–1949 (age 68)

Megyeri Cemetery

Hungarian entrepreneur active in business during the late 19th and mid-20th centuries.

János Zauf

1870–1940 (age 70)

Cemetery in Csepreg

János Zauf was a patient primary school teacher who inspired young learners toward steady promise.

Aurél Littke

1872–1945 (age 73)

Dugonics Cemetery

Hungarian translator who promoted cultural exchange through his translation work.

Maria Clementine Markovics de Csernek

1881–1946 (age 65)

Pusztataskony

Maria Clementine Markovics de Csernek was an aristocrat remembered for her gracious devotion to others.

János Mata

1907–1944 (age 37)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Hungarian poet whose literary works enriched early 20th-century Hungarian culture.

Zsigmond Hadházy

1876–1942 (age 66)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Zsigmond Hadházy was a devoted politician who sought principled governance.

Bálint Csűry

1886–1941 (age 55)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Hungarian linguist whose scholarly work advanced the study of language.

Pál Gulyás

1899–1944 (age 45)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Pál Gulyás was a poet whose verses reflected the heartfelt quiet of his era.