Deaths in the 1960s

Karl Janeschitz

1904–1967 (age 63)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Architect Karl Janeschitz shaped Vienna’s cityscape with elegant and considered design.

Richard Horner

1900–1963 (age 63)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Richard Horner was an architect whose designs contributed to twentieth-century urban and architectural development.

Johanna Reismayer-Fritsche

1900–1963 (age 63)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Artist Johanna Reismayer-Fritsche brought thoughtful expression to Vienna’s art scene.

Hans Pless

1884–1966 (age 82)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Hans Pless was a composer whose musical works contributed to twentieth-century cultural life.

Maurice Hirschmann

1876–1967 (age 91)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Writer Maurice Hirschmann touched readers with empathetic storytelling and profound insight.

Viktor Kritscha

1885–1963 (age 78)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Viktor Kritscha lived through a transformative period in twentieth-century Central European history.

Ludwig von Ficker

1880–1967 (age 87)

Neuer Friedhof Mühlau

Writer Ludwig von Ficker enriched cultural dialogue with contemplative and compassionate works.

Joseph Georg Oberkofler

1889–1962 (age 73)

Neuer Friedhof Mühlau

Joseph Georg Oberkofler was a writer whose literary contributions enriched twentieth-century cultural heritage.

Otto Zell

1909–1964 (age 55)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Otto Zell preserved Vienna's resilience through a compassionate photographic gaze.

Alexander Poch

1904–1966 (age 62)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Alexander Poch was a cleric whose spiritual ministry served his community with dedication and faith.

Carl Freytag

1902–1964 (age 62)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Carl Freytag brought steady leadership and earnest advocacy for civic life to Vienna.

Maria Kaiser

1906–1968 (age 62)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Maria Kaiser was an Austrian politician who served Vienna during the early-to-mid twentieth century.

Heinrich Pirker

1884–1966 (age 82)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Heinrich Pirker fostered principled governance and thoughtful reform in Austrian politics.

Ludwig Husek

1872–1968 (age 96)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Ludwig Husek was an Austrian sculptor known for his contributions to Vienna's artistic heritage.

Marius Szudolski

1879–1969 (age 90)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Marius Szudolski composed music that blended tradition and tenderness for Vienna audiences.

Paul Gelmo

1879–1961 (age 82)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Paul Gelmo was an Austrian chemist whose research contributed to scientific advancement.

Rudolf Raschendorfer

1880–1961 (age 81)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Rudolf Raschendorfer upheld steady, considerate public service throughout his career.

Leonie Tschinkel

1888–1965 (age 77)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Leonie Tschinkel was an Austrian entrepreneur whose business ventures contributed to Viennese commerce.

Anton Lanckoroński

1893–1965 (age 72)

Hietzing Cemetery

Anton Lanckoroński championed the arts with thoughtful patronage within Vienna's cultural sphere.

Ferdinand Aberer

1913–1965 (age 52)

Hietzing Cemetery

Ferdinand Aberer was an Austrian geologist whose scientific work advanced geological knowledge.

Alexander Albert Victor Graf von Dietrichstein-Nicholsburg

1899–1964 (age 65)

Hietzing Cemetery

Alexander Albert Victor Graf von Dietrichstein-Nicholsburg balanced noble lineage with compassionate civic care.

Gustav Adolph-Auffenberg-Komarów

1887–1967 (age 80)

Hietzing Cemetery

Gustav Adolph-Auffenberg-Komarów was an Austrian figure of the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Robert Kraus

1890–1966 (age 76)

Hietzing Cemetery

Robert Kraus embodied steadfast dedication to fair and effective civic administration.

Johanna, Gräfin Kinsky von Wchinitz und Tettau

1902–1964 (age 62)

Hietzing Cemetery

Johanna, Gräfin Kinsky von Wchinitz und Tettau, was an Austrian noblewoman of distinguished family.

Lotte Medelsky

1880–1960 (age 80)

Hietzing Cemetery

Lotte Medelsky touched hearts on stage and nurtured the next generation of actors.

Oswald Roux

1880–1961 (age 81)

Hietzing Cemetery

Oswald Roux was an Austrian painter whose works enriched Vienna's artistic tradition.

Agnes Mathilde zu Windisch-Grätz

1884–1969 (age 85)

Hietzing Cemetery

Agnes Mathilde zu Windisch-Grätz blended noble grace with a commitment to civic and cultural life.

Daniel Bisanz

1897–1968 (age 71)

Hietzing Cemetery

Daniel Bisanz was an Austrian military officer who served his nation during the twentieth century.

Viktor Mittag

1896–1962 (age 66)

Hietzing Cemetery

Architect Viktor Mittag balanced tradition and modernity in his Vienna works.

Ditha Moser

1883–1969 (age 86)

Hietzing Cemetery

Ditha Moser was an Austrian artist whose creative work contributed to Vienna's cultural heritage.

Richard Henke

1900–1963 (age 63)

Hietzing Cemetery

Chemist Richard Henke pursued rigorous study of chemical processes.

Josef Stadlmann

1881–1964 (age 83)

Hietzing Cemetery

Josef Stadlmann was an Austrian head teacher who dedicated his career to education in Hietzing.

Kurt Maix

1907–1968 (age 61)

Hietzing Cemetery

Writer Kurt Maix explored the human spirit in mid-century Austrian letters.

Rudolf Klafsky

1877–1965 (age 88)

Stadtpfarrfriedhof Baden

Rudolf Klafsky was an Austrian composer whose works enriched the musical landscape of his time.

Georg Graf zu Stolberg-Stolberg

1883–1965 (age 82)

Pfarrkirche Frojach

Georg Graf zu Stolberg-Stolberg devoted himself to parish life in Frojach.

Anton Pfrogner

1886–1961 (age 75)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Anton Pfrogner was an Austrian politician who dedicated his career to public service.

Májuska Puskás

1877–1968 (age 91)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Writer Májuska Puskás gave voice to women across Austro-Hungarian transitions.

Hans Riehl

1891–1965 (age 74)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Hans Riehl was an Austrian economist whose work influenced economic thought and practice.

Konrad Königswieser

1903–1967 (age 64)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Politician Konrad Königswieser championed social responsibility in St. Leonhard.

Oskar Mathias

1900–1969 (age 69)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Oskar Mathias was an Austrian astronomer whose scientific work advanced our understanding of the heavens.

Wilhelm Gösser

1881–1966 (age 85)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Sculptor Wilhelm Gösser shaped enduring monuments with gentle strength.

Erich Swoboda

1896–1964 (age 68)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Erich Swoboda was an Austrian university teacher dedicated to advancing academic knowledge and student development.

Carl Lipp

1892–1969 (age 77)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Politician Carl Lipp believed in civic service and measured reform.

Adolf Brunnlechner

1863–1960 (age 97)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Adolf Brunnlechner was an Austrian painter whose artistic contributions enriched the nation's cultural heritage.

Friedrich Zotter

1894–1961 (age 67)

Friedhof St. Leonhard

Architect Friedrich Zotter sought harmony between form and place.

Franz Arnold

1893–1963 (age 70)

Hinterbrühl Cemetery

Franz Arnold was an Austrian politician dedicated to public service and community advancement.

Max Auer

1880–1962 (age 82)

Bad Ischl Friedhof

Author Max Auer chronicled Alpine life with clarity.

Gustav Schütt

1890–1968 (age 78)

Friedhof Laxenburg

Gustav Schütt was an Austrian painter whose artistic achievements enriched the nation's cultural landscape.

Fritz Zweigelt

1888–1964 (age 76)

St.-Peter-Stadtfriedhof, Graz

University teacher in Graz whose steady influence guided students and colleagues alike.

Emil Artin

1898–1962 (age 64)

Weidling Cemetery

Emil Artin was an Austrian-German mathematician who lived from 1898 to 1962, making major contributions to abstract alge...