Deaths in the 1960s

20,000+ memorials

Olga Vastagh
1875–1962 (age 87)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Olga Vastagh was a Hungarian illustrator (1875–1962).
János Gyetvai
1889–1967 (age 78)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Boris Szegedi
1895–1967 (age 72)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Boris Szegedi was a Hungarian writer (1895–1967).
Ilus Király
1886–1966 (age 80)
Kalocsa
Endre Kriston
1877–1960 (age 83)
Basilica in Eger
Endre Kriston was a Hungarian Catholic priest (1877–1960).
Jolán Sándor de Csikszentmihály
1893–1969 (age 76)
Geszt
Marcel Stomm
1890–1968 (age 78)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Marcel Stomm was a military officer who served during the early twentieth century.
Béla Varga
1888–1969 (age 81)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Renowned as a devoted amateur wrestler, Béla Varga embodied resilience and inspired generations of Hungarian grapplers.
János Adorján
1882–1964 (age 82)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
János Adorján was a Hungarian inventor whose work advanced technological progress.
Tibor Benedek
1911–1963 (age 52)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Actor Tibor Benedek left an indelible mark on Hungarian theatre and film through his nuanced artistry.
Ferenc Börzsönyi Kollarits
1901–1963 (age 62)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Ferenc Börzsönyi Kollarits was a Hungarian painter of the twentieth century.
Miklós Szilvásy
1925–1969 (age 44)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Miklós Szilvásy was a respected amateur wrestler whose steady resolve inspired peers and fans alike.
Leó Weiner
1885–1960 (age 75)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Leó Weiner was a renowned Hungarian composer of the twentieth century.
Anna Lesznai
1885–1966 (age 81)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Writer Anna Lesznai shaped Hungarian literature with elegance and imaginative depth.
Sándor Sík
1889–1963 (age 74)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Sándor Sík was a Hungarian poet whose works enriched national literature.
István Dobi
1898–1968 (age 70)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Politician István Dobi dedicated his life to public service during momentous times for Hungary.
Elemér Schulek
1893–1964 (age 71)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Elemér Schulek was a Hungarian chemist who advanced scientific knowledge.
Géza Petényi
1889–1965 (age 76)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Physician Géza Petényi is remembered for his compassionate service to patients and lasting contributions to Hungarian ...
István Zádor
1882–1963 (age 81)
Farkasréti Cemetery
István Zádor was a Hungarian graphic designer of the twentieth century.
Rezső Maucha
1884–1962 (age 78)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Chemist Rezső Maucha made meaningful contributions to Hungarian science through his careful research.
Zoltán Kodály
1882–1967 (age 85)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Zoltán Kodály was a Hungarian secondary school teacher and cultural figure.
József Turóczi-Trostler
1888–1962 (age 74)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Politician József Turóczi-Trostler was known for his steady leadership and commitment to governance.
Ödön Beke
1883–1964 (age 81)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Ödön Beke was a Hungarian school teacher dedicated to education.
Albert Bogen
1882–1961 (age 79)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Fencer Albert Bogen exemplified elegance and determination in the arena, leaving a legacy of national pride.
Zoltán Ozoray Schenker
1880–1966 (age 86)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Zoltán Ozoray Schenker was a Hungarian military officer.
Zoltán Szügyi
1896–1967 (age 71)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Military personnel Zoltán Szügyi is remembered for his steadfast service and leadership.
Zoltán Tildy
1889–1961 (age 72)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Endre Gellért
1914–1960 (age 46)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Renowned actor Endre Gellért brought depth to Hungarian theatre before his death in 1960.
J. István Kováts
1880–1965 (age 85)
Tahitótfalu
Márta Sárközy
1907–1966 (age 59)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Translator Márta Sárközy enriched Hungarian letters by bringing international voices home.
Imre Vajda
1900–1969 (age 69)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Pál Gulyás
1881–1963 (age 82)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Librarian Pál Gulyás championed access to knowledge across turbulent decades in Hungary.
Camilla von Hollay
1894–1967 (age 73)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Elek Hints
1893–1966 (age 73)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Physician Elek Hints cared for generations with calm assurance and medical skill.
Kálmán Lux
1880–1961 (age 81)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
József Pelikán
1913–1969 (age 56)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Structural engineer József Pelikán ensured lasting strength in Hungary’s architecture.
Ferenc Pázmán
1873–1965 (age 92)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
György Solti
1904–1961 (age 57)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Actor György Solti delivered memorable performances that resonated with sincerity.
József Sztancsik
1908–1969 (age 61)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Géza Takács
1899–1964 (age 65)
New Public Cemetery, Budapest
Association football coach Géza Takács inspired athletes through discipline and heart.
Olga Halpern
1887–1967 (age 80)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Rudolf Jakab
1891–1968 (age 77)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Political activist Rudolf Jakab stood for justice and civic participation throughout his life.
Béni Ferenczy
1890–1967 (age 77)
Fiume Road Graveyard
István Kossa
1904–1965 (age 61)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Politician István Kossa worked for the welfare of the nation with thoughtful resolve.
Barna Basilides
1903–1967 (age 64)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Márk Vedres
1870–1961 (age 91)
Fiume Road Graveyard
Sculptor Márk Vedres crafted works of heartful expression that still resonate today.
Ferenc Nádasi
1893–1966 (age 73)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Sándor Prokopp
1887–1964 (age 77)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Sándor Prokopp was a jurist whose thoughtful guidance fortified Hungary’s legal community through a turbulent century...
Sándor Dallos
1901–1964 (age 63)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Árpád Szakasits
1888–1965 (age 77)
Farkasréti Cemetery
Árpád Szakasits was a statesman committed to bridging political divides and upholding democratic ideals in Hungary.