Deaths in the 1940s

Martin Klein

1884–1947 (age 63)

Tarvastu Cemetery

Martin Klein was a courageous military officer whose integrity inspired his comrades.

Ado Masing

1862–1949 (age 87)

Rapla Cemetery

Carl Prima

1892–1941 (age 49)

Põltsamaa Cemetery

Carl Prima was a compassionate physician dedicated to the health of his community.

Saul Hallap

1897–1941 (age 44)

Kanepi new cemetery

Paul Jürmann

1876–1946 (age 70)

Põltsamaa Cemetery

Paul Jürmann was an entrepreneur whose leadership strengthened local economic life.

Anton Hindremäe

1894–1946 (age 52)

Rapla Cemetery

Hans Hirvelaan

1898–1941 (age 43)

Rapla Cemetery

Hans Hirvelaan was a brave servicemember committed to duty and to his fellow soldiers.

Martin Terras

1875–1944 (age 69)

Põltsamaa Cemetery

Hendrik Lettens

1888–1940 (age 52)

Põltsamaa Cemetery

Hendrik Lettens was a military professional whose steady service remains respected by the Põltsamaa community.

Jaan Põldra

1877–1942 (age 65)

Põltsamaa Cemetery

Jakob Sõnajalg

1887–1947 (age 60)

Sillaotsa Cemetery

Jakob Sõnajalg was a devoted teacher whose influence is fondly recalled in Sillaotsa.

Jaan Mõttus

1891–1942 (age 51)

Sangaste cemetery

Jaan Mõttus was an Estonian politician who served his nation during a pivotal era.

Karl Robert Indermitte

1883–1945 (age 62)

Sillaotsa Cemetery

Karl Robert Indermitte was a politician remembered for thoughtful leadership in Sillaotsa.

Johannes Aps

1915–1941 (age 26)

Jõhvi Cemetery

Johannes Aps was an accomplished Estonian boxer whose career exemplified athletic excellence.

Willem Vessart

1886–1944 (age 58)

Sillaotsa Cemetery

Willem Vessart was a politician whose dedication to public life is still honored in Sillaotsa.

Osvald Vaidlo

1918–1944 (age 26)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Osvald Vaidlo was a dedicated member of the Estonian military who served his nation with commitment.

Tannil Kriisa

1866–1940 (age 74)

Rõuge old cemetery

Tannil Kriisa was an organ builder whose craftsmanship enriched sacred music in Rõuge.

Aksel Vooremaa

1903–1941 (age 38)

Pauluse Cemetery

Aksel Vooremaa was a devoted Estonian clergyman whose ministry touched many lives.

Hans Sulg

1886–1946 (age 60)

Pauluse Cemetery

Hans Sulg was a physician remembered for compassionate care in Pauluse.

Johannes Toming

1896–1949 (age 53)

Pauluse Cemetery

Johannes Toming was a long-serving member of the Estonian military who dedicated his life to national defense.

Jüri Parijõgi

1892–1941 (age 49)

Pauluse Cemetery

Jüri Parijõgi was a writer who captured the spirit of Estonia through his prose and poetry.

Mart Rõigas

1908–1941 (age 33)

Pauluse Cemetery

Mart Rõigas was an Estonian politician who served his nation with dedication and principle.

Rudolf Taba

1904–1944 (age 40)

Pauluse Cemetery

Rudolf Taba was a teacher who inspired Pauluse students with a love for learning.

Aleksander Tani

1872–1942 (age 70)

Siimusti cemetery

Aleksander Tani was a devoted local politician who served his community with integrity.

Gustav Wulff-Õis

1864–1946 (age 82)

Otepää Cemetery

Gustav Wulff-Õis was a poet whose thoughtful verses still resonate in Otepää.

Eduard Uuemaa

1894–1945 (age 51)

Pauluse Cemetery

Eduard Uuemaa was a dedicated Estonian physician whose medical practice served his nation.

Mart Reinik

1862–1940 (age 78)

Pauluse Cemetery

Mart Reinik was a beekeeper celebrated for his attentive care in Pauluse.

Oskar Truu

1887–1949 (age 62)

Pauluse Cemetery

Oskar Truu was an influential Estonian writer whose literary works contributed significantly to national culture.

Mihkel-Voldemar Vellema

1889–1948 (age 59)

Pauluse Cemetery

Mihkel-Voldemar Vellema was a devoted politician who quietly supported Estonia’s democratic development.

Peeter Päts

1880–1942 (age 62)

Metsakalmistu

Peeter Päts was a distinguished Estonian geographer whose scholarly work enriched the nation's academic tradition.

Tõnis Avingo

1887–1949 (age 62)

Metsakalmistu

Tõnis Avingo served his country with quiet courage and steadfast loyalty throughout his military career.

Tõnis Jürine

1873–1947 (age 74)

Haapsalu old cemetery

Tõnis Jürine was an Estonian lawyer based in Haapsalu who practiced during Estonia's early independence period.

Georg Vaher

1888–1949 (age 61)

Torma Cemetery

Georg Vaher was a steadfast military officer dedicated to the service of his country.

Gustav Püss

1877–1941 (age 64)

Torma Cemetery

Gustav Püss was an Estonian teacher who dedicated his career to education during the nation's formative years.

Ago Viitar

1904–1944 (age 40)

Haapsalu old cemetery

Ago Viitar inspired students and colleagues alike through his principled leadership as a head teacher.

Jaan Plado

1876–1941 (age 65)

Metsakalmistu

Jaan Plado was an Estonian cultural activist dedicated to preserving and promoting Estonian heritage.

Aleksander Läte

1860–1948 (age 88)

Rõngu cemetery

Aleksander Läte left an enduring legacy through his heartfelt compositions that elevated Estonian music.

Aleksander Sannik

1883–1947 (age 64)

Rõngu cemetery

Aleksander Sannik was an Estonian strongman whose physical achievements gained recognition in early 20th-century sports.

Jaan Leppik

1861–1943 (age 82)

Paistu cemetery

Jaan Leppik’s poetry offered heartfelt reflections on Estonia’s landscape and spirit.

Jaan Haho

1884–1947 (age 63)

Rakvere cemetery

Jaan Haho was an Estonian physician who dedicated his career to serving his community's health.

Martin Okas

1864–1946 (age 82)

Rakvere cemetery

Martin Okas enriched Estonian literature with candid stories that reflected the lives of his compatriots.

Otto Reinvald

1886–1940 (age 54)

Rakvere cemetery

Otto Reinvald was an Estonian technologist who contributed to the modernization and industrial development of Estonia.

Kaarel Leetberg

1867–1945 (age 78)

Rakvere cemetery

Kaarel Leetberg was a guiding force in education, championing the potential of every student.

Siegfried Talmre

1883–1944 (age 61)

Rakvere cemetery

Siegfried Talmre was an Estonian teacher dedicated to education during the early 20th century.

Jaak Varik

1882–1941 (age 59)

Rakvere cemetery

Jaak Varik was a devoted teacher who inspired students with his thoughtful guidance.

Willi Tiefel

1911–1941 (age 30)

German War Cemetery in Narva

Willi Tiefel was a German association football player who competed during the early 20th century.

Gerrit Koop

1923–1944 (age 21)

German War Cemetery in Narva

Gerrit Koop served bravely in the military, making the ultimate sacrifice in service to his country.

Igor Tyutryumov

1855–1943 (age 88)

Narva-Jõesuu cemetery

Igor Tyutryumov was a Russian legal scholar whose academic work contributed to 19th and early 20th-century jurisprudence...

Arnold Talvet

1907–1948 (age 41)

Nissi cemetery

Arnold Talvet was a dedicated Estonian military professional remembered for his steadfast service.

Vladimir Akulenko

1922–1944 (age 22)

Jelgava

Vladimir Akulenko was a military officer remembered for his courage.