Deaths in the 1950s
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Archduke Leopold of Austria
1897–1958 (age 61)
Imperial Crypt
He carried the centuries-old dignity of the imperial house with quiet resolve.
Konrad Eibensteiner
1886–1955 (age 69)
Perg
Konrad Eibensteiner was a local historian who documented the cultural heritage of Perg.
Carl Isidor Cori
1865–1954 (age 89)
Vienna Central Cemetery
He dedicated his life to healing and teaching with steady compassion.
Arthur Roessler
1877–1955 (age 78)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Arthur Roessler was a writer whose literary works contributed to Austrian cultural life.
Sergei Bortkiewicz
1877–1952 (age 75)
Vienna Central Cemetery
His lyrical voice kept Romantic warmth alive amid a changing world.
August Kral
1869–1953 (age 84)
Vienna Central Cemetery
August Kral was a diplomat who served Austria during a transformative period in European history.
Friedrich Adolf Paneth
1887–1958 (age 71)
Döbling Cemetery
His photographs preserved the gentle poetry of Vienna's streets.
Johann Radon
1887–1956 (age 69)
Döbling Cemetery
Johann Radon was a mathematician whose theoretical contributions advanced mathematical science.
Wilhelm Miklas
1872–1956 (age 84)
Döbling Cemetery
He strove to keep constitutional order alive during a perilous decade.
Archduke Maximilian Eugen of Austria
1895–1952 (age 57)
St Peter's Archabbey Salzburg
Archduke Maximilian Eugen of Austria (1895-1952) was an Austrian imperial prince born in Vienna who was buried at châte...
Alfred Ingvald Naess
1877–1955 (age 78)
Strasshof an der Nordbahn
His passion for the ice inspired generations of young skaters.
Emil Epstein
1875–1951 (age 76)
Matzleinsdorf Protestant Cemetery
Emil Epstein was a physician whose medical practice served the Vienna community.
Maria Brossement
1866–1956 (age 90)
Matzleinsdorf Protestant Cemetery
She lifted delicate melodies into the public ear with steadfast grace.
Hermann Reuther
1882–1958 (age 76)
Matzleinsdorf Protestant Cemetery
Hermann Reuther was an Austrian figure whose life contributed to his community.
Rudolf Pehm
1887–1953 (age 66)
Pitten
He delighted Vienna with melodies that still echo in theaters.
Leopold Kunschak
1871–1953 (age 82)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Leopold Kunschak was a politician whose legislative work shaped Austrian political life.
Carl Fahringer
1874–1952 (age 78)
Vienna Central Cemetery
His illustrations captured the soul of the city for readers and artists alike.
Carl Witzmann
1883–1952 (age 69)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Carl Witzmann was an architect whose designs shaped Vienna's urban landscape.
Ernst Molden
1886–1953 (age 67)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Ernst Molden served Austria with integrity as a diplomat and is commemorated at Vienna Central Cemetery.
Georg Maikl
1872–1951 (age 79)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Georg Maikl was an opera singer whose performances enriched Austrian musical life.
Hans Gerold
1884–1958 (age 74)
Baumgartner Friedhof
Composer Hans Gerold is honored for his lyrical contributions and is laid to rest at Baumgartner Friedhof.
Josef Wojtek
1877–1951 (age 74)
Petersfriedhof
Josef Wojtek was a Viennese architect whose works contributed to the city's early modern architectural landscape.
Josef Thorak
1889–1952 (age 63)
Petersfriedhof
Sculptor Josef Thorak left a lasting artistic legacy and is remembered at Petersfriedhof.
Franz Putzendopler
1890–1959 (age 69)
Baumgartner Friedhof
Franz Putzendopler was an Austrian association football coach who influenced the development of the sport in Vienna.
Blanka Glossy
1893–1952 (age 59)
Baumgartner Friedhof
Actor Blanka Glossy is celebrated for her vibrant performances and rests at Baumgartner Friedhof.
Heinrich Zita
1882–1951 (age 69)
Baumgartner Friedhof
Heinrich Zita was an Austrian sculptor whose works contributed to Vienna's cultural and artistic heritage.
Edeltrud Baar
1910–1958 (age 48)
Baumgartner Friedhof
Psychologist Edeltrud Baar is remembered for her compassionate scholarship and is interred at Baumgartner Friedhof.
Wichard Kryspin-Exner
1893–1956 (age 63)
Baumgartner Friedhof
Wichard Kryspin-Exner was an Austrian psychiatrist who contributed to the advancement of mental health treatment in Vien...
Josef Bischko
1897–1958 (age 61)
Baumgartner Friedhof
Councillor Josef Bischko is honored for his civic leadership and is laid to rest at Baumgartner Friedhof.
Georg Fayer
1892–1950 (age 58)
Groß-Jedlersdorfer Friedhof
Georg Fayer was an Austrian photographer whose work documented Vienna during the early 20th century.
Hans Schwathe
1870–1950 (age 80)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Teacher Hans Schwathe is celebrated for his educational commitment and rests at Vienna Central Cemetery.
Gustav Zwernemann
1872–1958 (age 86)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Gustav Zwernemann was a Viennese figure whose life spanned nearly nine decades of Austrian history.
Ignaz Pamer
1866–1957 (age 91)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Jurist Ignaz Pamer is remembered for his integrity and is interred at Vienna Central Cemetery.
Viktor Keldorfer
1873–1959 (age 86)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Viktor Keldorfer was an Austrian composer whose works contributed to Vienna's musical tradition.
Johann Böhm
1886–1959 (age 73)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Politician Johann Böhm is honored for his public service and laid to rest at Vienna Central Cemetery.
Johann Ritter von Bézard
1871–1954 (age 83)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Johann Ritter von Bézard was an Austrian inventor whose technological innovations advanced industry during his lifetime...
Karl Föderl
1885–1953 (age 68)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Composer Karl Föderl is remembered for his emotive works and rests at Vienna Central Cemetery.
Karl Honay
1891–1959 (age 68)
Vienna Central Cemetery
Karl Honay was an Austrian politician who served Vienna during the early-to-mid 20th century.
Prince Elias, Hereditary Duke of Parma
1880–1959 (age 79)
Mönichkirchen
Prince Elias, Hereditary Duke of Parma (1880–1959), upheld his martial duties with calm leadership and devoted himself...
Wilhelm Peterle
1893–1959 (age 66)
Döbling Cemetery
Wilhelm Peterle was an Austrian architect whose works shaped Vienna's Döbling district during the 20th century.
Hans Sperl
1861–1959 (age 98)
Döbling Cemetery
Hans Sperl (1861–1959) enriched Viennese letters with observant narratives that honored both people and place.
Emilie Pfeiffer
1862–1958 (age 96)
Döbling Cemetery
Jenny Grosz-Pohlner
1863–1952 (age 89)
Döbling Cemetery
Jenny Grosz-Pohlner (1863–1952) enchanted audiences as an opera singer whose luminous voice celebrated the city's musi...
Wenzel Kamitz
1870–1954 (age 84)
Döbling Cemetery
Otto Violan
1892–1950 (age 58)
Döbling Cemetery
Otto Violan (1892–1950) kept readers well informed with conscientious reporting that reflected his steady journalistic...
Anton Steden
1896–1958 (age 62)
Döbling Cemetery
Josef Rain
1867–1951 (age 84)
Döbling Cemetery
Josef Rain (1867–1951) served Austrian public life with thoughtful leadership and a deep concern for civic dialogue.
Alexander Niklitschek
1892–1953 (age 61)
Dornbacher Cemetery
Leopold Walzel
1877–1954 (age 77)
Dornbacher Cemetery
Leopold Walzel (1877–1954) devoted his legal mind to the careful administration of justice and mentorship of younger j...
Anna Bastel
1873–1956 (age 83)
Kagraner Friedhof