Deaths in the 1950s
16,000+ memorials
Gyula Haász
1877–1951 (age 74)
Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery
Architect Gyula Haász combined tradition and innovation, creating enduring spaces that reflected both utility and care.
Lajos Harsányi
1883–1959 (age 76)
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady, Győr
Kamilló Kárpáthy
1876–1952 (age 76)
Pusztamonostor
Military serviceman Kamilló Kárpáthy faithfully upheld duty and supported those under his care, leaving a legacy of s...
Ottó Koritsánszky
1882–1952 (age 70)
Kölesd
Mihály Baich
1889–1955 (age 66)
Szeleste
Dendrologist Mihály Baich championed thoughtful stewardship of trees, fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural w...
László Saly
1881–1958 (age 77)
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady, Győr
Károly Telegdi-Roth
1886–1955 (age 69)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Geologist Károly Telegdi-Roth deepened appreciation for the earth’s history through thoughtful research and mentorshi...
Kálmán Ternegg
1887–1956 (age 69)
Farkasréti Cemetery
József Thim
1864–1959 (age 95)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Physician József Thim combined medical skill with compassion, leaving a lasting imprint on those he cared for.
Géza Téglás
1883–1959 (age 76)
Farkasréti Cemetery
István Soós
1902–1959 (age 57)
Farkasréti Cemetery
University teacher István Soós inspired students through patient guidance and a belief in the transformative power of ...
Sándor Szeghő
1874–1956 (age 82)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Béla Szende
1905–1957 (age 52)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Electrical engineer Béla Szende combined technical skill with civic-mindedness, supporting infrastructure that served t...
Zsigmond Szentpétery
1880–1952 (age 72)
Farkasréti Cemetery
József Szinnyei
1881–1951 (age 70)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Physician József Szinnyei honored the human side of medicine, offering thoughtful care and steady reassurance to his pa...
Károly Szladits
1871–1956 (age 85)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Károly Szladits was a prominent Hungarian jurist and legal scholar.
Ferenc Székelyhidy
1885–1954 (age 69)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Ferenc Székelyhidy was a devoted notary who safeguarded legal certainty for his fellow citizens.
Tibor Széki
1879–1950 (age 71)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Tibor Széki was a Hungarian pharmacist and dedicated healthcare professional.
Emma Kodály
1863–1958 (age 95)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Emma Kodály was a composer who enriched Hungarian music with lyrical grace.
Gyula Sándy
1868–1953 (age 85)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Gyula Sándy was a Hungarian teacher dedicated to education and intellectual development.
László Sólyom
1908–1950 (age 42)
Farkasréti Cemetery
László Sólyom served his country with dedication as a military officer during challenging times.
Erzsi Bodó
1899–1957 (age 58)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Erzsi Bodó was a renowned Hungarian opera singer and celebrated performer.
Sándor Bonkáló
1880–1959 (age 79)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Sándor Bonkáló made lasting contributions to Hungarian letters through his skillful translations.
Virgil Borbiró
1893–1956 (age 63)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Virgil Borbiró was a Hungarian architect and designer of significant structures.
Ede Brada
1879–1955 (age 76)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Ede Brada was a ballet dancer whose performances embodied grace and heartfelt artistry.
Kálmán Szentiványi
1883–1950 (age 67)
Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery
Kálmán Szentiványi was a Hungarian actor and respected theatrical performer.
Hugó Kelen
1888–1956 (age 68)
Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery
Hugó Kelen was a composer whose music reflected both personal depth and the wider Hungarian cultural scene.
Gusztáv Oláh
1901–1956 (age 55)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Gusztáv Oláh was a Hungarian university teacher and academic scholar.
István Eiben
1902–1958 (age 56)
Farkasréti Cemetery
István Eiben was a cinematographer whose artistry shaped the visual storytelling of Hungarian film.
Ödön Márffy
1878–1959 (age 81)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Ödön Márffy was a renowned Hungarian painter and visual artist.
Oszkár Jászi
1875–1957 (age 82)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Oszkár Jászi was a politician devoted to democratic principles and social progress.
Géza Marton
1880–1957 (age 77)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Géza Marton was a prominent Hungarian jurist and legal scholar.
Oskar Kaufmann
1873–1956 (age 83)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Oskar Kaufmann was an architect whose elegant designs have endured as beloved landmarks.
Géza Kelety
1874–1952 (age 78)
Tahitótfalu
Géza Kelety was a Hungarian police officer and law enforcement professional.
Endre Fall
1891–1954 (age 63)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Endre Fall was a writer who rendered the human experience with nuance and grace.
Aurél Szöllősy
1884–1950 (age 66)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Kálmán Cs. Szabó
1878–1952 (age 74)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Kálmán Cs. Szabó was a storyteller whose novels captured the Hungarian spirit amid the sweeping changes of his era.
Zoltán Halmay
1881–1956 (age 75)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Gyula Kornis
1885–1958 (age 73)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Gyula Kornis guided Hungarian public affairs with a steady hand, championing education and culture.
Géza Kiss
1882–1952 (age 70)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Ferenc Helbing
1870–1958 (age 88)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Ferenc Helbing shaped Hungarian visual culture with innovative graphic design and public art.
Ödön Radvány
1888–1959 (age 71)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Béla Erődi Harrach
1882–1956 (age 74)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Béla Erődi Harrach devoted his voice to public service and the ideals of responsible governance.
Károly Tuba
1879–1958 (age 79)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Ágoston Valentiny
1888–1958 (age 70)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Ágoston Valentiny defended the rule of law with unwavering integrity.
László Verebélÿ
1883–1959 (age 76)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Andor Wellisch
1887–1956 (age 69)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Andor Wellisch left a legacy of thoughtful architecture that enriched Budapest’s streets.
József Wodetzky
1872–1956 (age 84)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Géza Zemplén
1883–1956 (age 73)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Géza Zemplén pushed the frontiers of chemistry through research and mentorship.
Ferenc Zipernovszky
1883–1957 (age 74)
Farkasréti Cemetery