Deaths in the 1940s

A. H. Tammsaare

1878–1940 (age 62)

Metsakalmistu

A. H. Tammsaare’s writing profoundly shaped Estonia’s cultural and moral imagination.

Adolf Vedro

1890–1944 (age 54)

Metsakalmistu

Raimond Valgre

1913–1949 (age 36)

Metsakalmistu

Raimond Valgre composed beloved music that resonated with the soul of Estonia.

Johannes Vares

1890–1946 (age 56)

Metsakalmistu

Karl August Hindrey

1875–1947 (age 72)

Metsakalmistu

Karl August Hindrey enriched Estonian cinema through screenplays marked by wit and humanity.

Paul Sepp

1885–1943 (age 58)

Metsakalmistu

Taavet Mutsu

1880–1947 (age 67)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Taavet Mutsu gave memorable performances as an actor, touching hearts through his stage work.

Eduard Aule

1878–1947 (age 69)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Ferdinand Mühlhausen

1864–1944 (age 80)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Composer Ferdinand Mühlhausen left a lasting musical legacy that echoed Estonia’s spirit.

Gustav Jallajas

1875–1944 (age 69)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Helmut Veem

1896–1941 (age 45)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Helmut Veem served Estonia with quiet resolve during challenging years of national defence.

Hermann Hansson

1887–1945 (age 58)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Jaan Masing

1875–1948 (age 73)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Physician Jaan Masing was remembered for his attentive care and steady guidance throughout his long medical career.

Jaan Pinding

1895–1941 (age 46)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Jakob Aumere

1882–1940 (age 58)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Jakob Aumere’s meticulous skill as a musical instrument maker brought lasting beauty to Estonia’s musical life.

Martin Blumenthal

1857–1940 (age 83)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Mihkel Neumann

1866–1941 (age 75)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Teacher Mihkel Neumann inspired countless learners with patience and a steadfast belief in education’s promise.

Hans Kõrgesaar

1883–1940 (age 57)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Hans Nurk

1889–1944 (age 55)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Politician Hans Nurk was known for thoughtful leadership rooted in service to his community.

Johannes Matvei-Kaarep

1886–1948 (age 62)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Karl Reinmann

1889–1945 (age 56)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Businessperson Karl Reinmann built enduring foundations through integrity and support to his community.

Ivan Reinwald

1878–1941 (age 63)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Voldemar Mellik

1887–1949 (age 62)

Metsakalmistu

Military figure Voldemar Mellik is remembered for his steady courage and faithful service.

Nikolai Jõeste

1887–1943 (age 56)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Jaan Tomp

1882–1943 (age 61)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Journalist Jaan Tomp served his readers with integrity and a dedication to the public good.

Johann Aronson

1879–1947 (age 68)

Metsakalmistu

August Kanastik

1882–1945 (age 63)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Amateur wrestler August Kanastik inspired others through disciplined training and respect for fair play.

Rudolf Gabrel

1871–1940 (age 69)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Eduard Taska

1890–1942 (age 52)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Eduard Taska was a diligent businessperson whose steady guidance helped strengthen Estonia’s commercial life in the ea...

Johannes Reintalu

1875–1945 (age 70)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Eduard Järv

1899–1941 (age 42)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Eduard Järv was an artist known for rendering Estonia’s landscapes and people with thoughtful light and steadfast res...

Kristjan Raud

1865–1943 (age 78)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Juhan Jaik

1899–1948 (age 49)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Juhan Jaik was a writer whose compassionate prose illuminated rural Estonia and the shared experience of its people.

Hugo Väli

1902–1944 (age 42)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Teodor Lippmaa

1892–1943 (age 51)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Teodor Lippmaa was a geographer whose careful research enriched knowledge of Estonia’s natural landscape.

Aleksander Pürge

1887–1940 (age 53)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Artur Perna

1881–1940 (age 59)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Artur Perna was an architect whose thoughtful works contributed to Estonia’s early architectural identity.

Arved Engmaa

1890–1947 (age 57)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Juhan Ploompuu

1867–1943 (age 76)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Juhan Ploompuu was a politician who pursued thoughtful leadership in service of Estonia’s democratic development.

Johannes Helila

1890–1947 (age 57)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Alfred Sällik

1890–1943 (age 53)

Metsakalmistu

Alfred Sällik was an actor celebrated for his expressive performances and commitment to the theatre.

Jori Ots

1910–1946 (age 36)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Viktor Puskar

1889–1943 (age 54)

Maarja Cemetery

Viktor Puskar was a military officer remembered for his steadiness and commitment to Estonia’s defense.

August Arrak

1891–1945 (age 54)

Maarja Cemetery

August Paris

1888–1944 (age 56)

Maarja Cemetery

August Paris was a chemist who advanced scientific understanding while inspiring future scholars.

Henn Parts

1880–1946 (age 66)

Maarja Cemetery

Jüri Haldre

1896–1949 (age 53)

Maarja Cemetery

Jüri Haldre was a physician renowned for his compassionate care and steadfast commitment to patients.

Karl Vahi

1910–1943 (age 33)

Maarja Cemetery

Voldemar Klaus

1888–1940 (age 52)

Maarja Cemetery

Esteemed lawyer remembered for his quiet strength and commitment to justice.

Romeo Paul Eduard Peterhof

1899–1941 (age 42)

Maarja Cemetery