Deaths in the 1940s

Jaan Kukk

1887–1947 (age 60)

Alevi Cemetery

Jaan Kukk's steady medical presence comforted many families.

Sara Teitelbaum

1910–1941 (age 31)

Rahumäe Jewish Cemetery

Rudolf Reimann

1884–1946 (age 62)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Rudolf Reimann is honored for his unwavering service to his country's defence.

Karl Iman

1906–1945 (age 39)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Otto Org

1900–1945 (age 45)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Otto Org's engineering vision helped lay foundations for modern Estonian industry.

Johannes Kajak

1885–1940 (age 55)

Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn

Rein Truupõld

1907–1944 (age 37)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Rein Truupõld's caring presence assured many communities of steady medical support.

Johannes Lindemann

1874–1941 (age 67)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Oivo Soots

1904–1944 (age 40)

Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn

Oivo Soots was a courageous member of the Defence Forces who gave his life in service to Estonia.

Rudolf Veidebach

1896–1940 (age 44)

Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn

Hans Virrit

1894–1948 (age 54)

Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn

Hans Virrit served with steadfast honor in the Defence Forces of Estonia.

Aleksander Perri

1907–1944 (age 37)

Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn

Karl Kaskneem

1885–1945 (age 60)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Karl Kaskneem was a dedicated printer who enriched Estonia’s cultural fabric.

Edgar Tamm

1911–1943 (age 32)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Arved Varep

1893–1942 (age 49)

Hiiu-Rahu Cemetery

Arved Varep served as a conscientious civil servant dedicated to Estonia’s governance.

Nikolai Kusmin

1875–1940 (age 65)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Nikolai Päts

1871–1940 (age 69)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Nikolai Päts was a beloved Orthodox priest who served his community with compassion.

Carl Hacker

1878–1948 (age 70)

Siselinna Cemetery

Julius Vambola

1876–1949 (age 73)

Siselinna Cemetery

Julius Vambola was a spirited swimmer who advanced Estonia’s athletic culture.

Edgar de Wahl

1867–1948 (age 81)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Igor Severyanin

1887–1941 (age 54)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Igor Severyanin was an influential writer whose poetry captured bold emotion and imagination.

Gori

1894–1944 (age 50)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Christian Kaarna

1882–1943 (age 61)

Siselinna Cemetery

Christian Kaarna was a politician devoted to Estonia’s democratic progress.

Paul

1872–1946 (age 74)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Isidore (Epiphany)

1879–1949 (age 70)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Isidore (Epiphany) was an Eastern Orthodox priest known for his compassionate leadership.

Roobet Kuma

1882–1945 (age 63)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Aleksander Paldrok

1871–1944 (age 73)

Kudjape Cemetery

Aleksander Paldrok was a respected scientist whose work enriched Estonia’s scholarly heritage.

Johannes Kelk

1890–1948 (age 58)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

John Pori

1906–1947 (age 41)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

John Pori was a steadfast military professional whose leadership comforted many during difficult times.

Konstantin Kokla

1878–1946 (age 68)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Mihkel Salong

1877–1946 (age 69)

Kudjape Cemetery

Mihkel Salong was a masterful instrument maker whose creations resonated with Estonia’s musical heart.

Voldemar Päts

1902–1942 (age 40)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Voldemar Päts was an Estonian screenwriter who worked in the early twentieth century.

Nikolai Kull

1894–1945 (age 51)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Nikolai Kull was a painter whose work reflected the soul of early 20th-century Estonia.

Timotheus Kuusik

1863–1940 (age 77)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Timotheus Kuusik was an Estonian writer of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Nikolai Talts

1890–1949 (age 59)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Nikolai Talts was a principled lawyer who brought steadiness to those seeking justice.

Aleksander Reinvald

1899–1948 (age 49)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Aleksander Reinvald was an Estonian military personnel who lived from 1899 to 1948.

Aleksander Parre

1898–1948 (age 50)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Aleksander Parre was a courageous motorsports competitor whose enthusiasm energized Estonia’s racing spirit.

Eduard Prööm

1909–1944 (age 35)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Eduard Prööm was an Estonian police officer who served until his death in 1944.

Aleksander Maripuu

1885–1948 (age 63)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Aleksander Maripuu was a devoted priest who comforted his community with steady compassion.

Aleksander Aren

1885–1945 (age 60)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Aleksander Aren was an Estonian teacher who dedicated his life to education.

Martin Määr

1874–1947 (age 73)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Martin Määr was a thoughtful researcher whose curiosity advanced Estonia’s intellectual life.

August Hint

1902–1944 (age 42)

Liiva Cemetery

August Hint was an Estonian military personnel who served until 1944.

Oskar Karl Johann Liigand

1874–1940 (age 66)

Liiva Cemetery

Oskar Karl Johann Liigand was a devoted teacher whose encouragement inspired countless students.

Aleksander-Harald Trilljärv

1871–1944 (age 73)

Liiva Cemetery

Aleksander-Harald Trilljärv was an Estonian actor whose career spanned several decades.

Eduard Birkenberg

1872–1943 (age 71)

Liiva Cemetery

Eduard Birkenberg was a conscientious politician who faithfully served his community.

Eduard Mässo

1893–1947 (age 54)

Liiva Cemetery

Eduard Mässo was an Estonian artist who worked during the twentieth century.

Eugen Uuemaa

1903–1940 (age 37)

Liiva Cemetery

Eugen Uuemaa was a devoted civil servant whose quiet diligence supported his community’s daily life.

Alfred Lukin

1877–1944 (age 67)

Liiva Cemetery

Alfred Lukin was an Estonian politician who served his nation during the early twentieth century.

Hermann Faltis

1897–1948 (age 51)

Liiva Cemetery

Hermann Faltis was a devoted military professional who offered steadfast service during a formative era for Estonia.

Hendrik Adamson

1891–1946 (age 55)

Helme Cemetery

Hendrik Adamson was an Estonian writer whose works enriched the nation's literature.