Deaths in the 1950s

Elemér Kőszeghy

1882–1954 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Elemér Kőszeghy painted with a lyrical eye, honoring the quiet grandeur of landscape and light.

Géza Laczkó

1884–1953 (age 69)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Árpád Latabár

1878–1951 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Árpád Latabár delighted audiences with his warmth and comic gifts.

Sándor Lestyán

1896–1956 (age 60)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Károly Lovászy

1887–1952 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Károly Lovászy contributed to Hungarian literature through essays, poetry, and mentorship.

Imre Lukinich

1880–1950 (age 70)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Nándor Láng

1871–1952 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Nándor Láng was a dedicated archaeologist who strengthened Hungary’s understanding of its ancient past and mentored ...

Béla Lázár

1869–1950 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Majer

1887–1953 (age 66)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Majer was a geologist whose meticulous studies enhanced knowledge of Hungary’s geological foundations and insp...

Gusztáv Merényi

1895–1950 (age 55)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tamás Moly

1875–1957 (age 82)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tamás Moly was a writer whose reflective stories and support for literary culture enriched Hungary’s literary heritag...

Gyula Batthyány

1887–1959 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Artur Herendi

1873–1953 (age 80)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Artur Herendi was a referee admired for his fairness and for encouraging sportsmanship in the community.

Béla Lénárd

1892–1959 (age 67)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Zsigmond Szöllősi

1872–1953 (age 81)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Zsigmond Szöllősi was a writer whose lyrical prose and social awareness inspired readers and peers alike.

Imre Mitzger

1875–1951 (age 76)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Géza Szilágyi

1875–1958 (age 83)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Géza Szilágyi was a writer whose perceptive works and communal spirit enriched Hungary’s cultural life.

Herbert Nadler

1883–1951 (age 68)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Emil Nagy

1871–1956 (age 85)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Emil Nagy was a lawyer esteemed for his integrity and for guiding future generations with a focus on ethics.

István Nyiri

1902–1955 (age 53)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Kálmán Osvát

1880–1953 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Kálmán Osvát was a journalist who informed the public and fostered thoughtful literary exchanges.

Viktor Papp

1881–1954 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Géza Pattantyús-Ábrahám

1885–1956 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Géza Pattantyús-Ábrahám was an engineer who balanced modernization with respect for heritage while mentoring future ...

Imre Pattantyús-Ábrahám

1891–1956 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Jakab Pazeller

1869–1957 (age 88)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Jakab Pazeller was a composer who blended tradition with innovation and inspired young musicians through his teaching.

Blanka Pikler

1883–1957 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Béla Pukánszky

1895–1950 (age 55)

Farkasréti Cemetery

University teacher Béla Pukánszky inspired students with scholarly rigor and quiet dedication.

Endre Hugó Szász

1871–1952 (age 81)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Károly Neumann

1865–1952 (age 87)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Jurist Károly Neumann offered measured counsel and upheld the highest standards of justice.

Béla Ángyán

1885–1959 (age 74)

Fiume Road Graveyard

László Friedrich

1895–1958 (age 63)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Physician László Friedrich cared for patients with both scientific skill and compassionate attention.

Aurél Koós

1874–1957 (age 83)

Fiume Road Graveyard

József Kalamár

1895–1956 (age 61)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Joiner József Kalamár honored his craft with meticulous workmanship and steadfast pride.

Nicholas Zsirai

1892–1955 (age 63)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Emese Misley

1943–1956 (age 13)

Wooden Church

Schoolchild Emese Misley is remembered for her bright curiosity and gentle presence.

Gyula Abay Nemes

1876–1952 (age 76)

Paks

György Szarvas

1880–1950 (age 70)

Nagykőrös

Architect György Szarvas blended tradition and innovation in the spaces he envisioned.

István Rab

1886–1957 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tivadar Rajthy

1893–1958 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer Tivadar Rajthy explored humanity with empathetic prose and thoughtful observation.

Gyula Rimanóczy

1903–1958 (age 55)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gyula Rudnay

1878–1957 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Teacher Gyula Rudnay encouraged students with patience and a heartfelt belief in their potential.

Tivadar Rédey

1885–1953 (age 68)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Emil Schimanek

1872–1955 (age 83)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mechanical engineer Emil Schimanek pursued innovation with precision and a steadfast commitment to safety.

Károly Schneller

1893–1953 (age 60)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Marcsa Simon

1880–1954 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Actor Marcsa Simon brought depth and warmth to every role she embraced.

Mária Simonyi

1888–1959 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Nándor Bernolák

1880–1951 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Judge Nándor Bernolák upheld the law with compassion and steadiness, leaving a legacy of integrity in Hungary’s judi...

Sándor Diskay

1883–1953 (age 70)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Károly Goldziher

1881–1955 (age 74)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Mathematician Károly Goldziher inspired students with clarity and dedication while contributing meaningfully to mathema...

József Büchler

1886–1958 (age 72)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery