Deaths in the 1960s

Endre Berend

1911–1968 (age 57)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Hungarian orthopedic surgeon whose surgical expertise advanced orthopedic medicine in twentieth-century Hungary.

Ödön Vajda

1881–1962 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ödön Vajda approached engineering with precision, creativity, and mentorship.

Károly Arvé

1883–1962 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian architect whose designs contributed to the development of twentieth-century Budapest.

Ottmár Szepessy Schaurek

1901–1965 (age 64)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ottmár Szepessy Schaurek celebrated the partnership of horse and rider with grace.

László Káldor

1905–1963 (age 58)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian photographer whose artistic vision documented twentieth-century Hungarian life and culture.

Ilona Várady

1880–1962 (age 82)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ilona Várady wrote with compassion, tracing the contours of the human experience.

Rezső Szirmai

1901–1966 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian writer and literary figure of the twentieth century.

Elemer Bálint

1888–1966 (age 78)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Elemer Bálint was a respected Hungarian mathematician whose thoughtful work and mentorship enriched the country's acade...

Béla Orovecz

1909–1966 (age 57)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian physician and medical professional.

Gábor Perémy

1899–1961 (age 62)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gábor Perémy was a devoted physician whose compassionate care benefited many in his community.

György Gortvai

1903–1969 (age 66)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian physician and medical practitioner.

Jenő Ferkai

1877–1963 (age 86)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Jenő Ferkai was a painter whose expressive art reflected the spirit of his times.

Mária Hacker

1886–1967 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian painter and visual artist.

Béla Szalmás

1908–1961 (age 53)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Béla Szalmás was a graphic designer whose refined work helped define Hungary's visual culture.

Lóránt Basch

1885–1966 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian writer and literary intellectual.

Sándor Sebestyén

1891–1962 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sándor Sebestyén was a cellist whose performances reflected both artistry and passion.

Gyula Barsy

1909–1965 (age 56)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian jurist and legal professional.

Loránd Kismarty-Lechner

1883–1963 (age 80)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Loránd Kismarty-Lechner was an architect whose elegant designs enriched Hungary's architectural landscape.

Elisabeth Karr

1898–1960 (age 62)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian writer and literary figure.

Miklós Lázár

1886–1968 (age 82)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Miklós Lázár was a writer whose thoughtful prose resonated with the Hungarian soul.

Endre Murányi-Kovács

1908–1968 (age 60)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian writer and literary intellectual.

Elek Máthé

1895–1968 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Elek Máthé was a literary translator whose careful work opened global literature to Hungarian readers.

János Rákóczi

1897–1966 (age 69)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian culinary professional and cook.

Irén Bánó

1884–1965 (age 81)

Salgotarjani Street Jewish Cemetery

Irén Bánó was an opera singer whose expressive voice brought depth to the stage.

Ákos Palla

1903–1967 (age 64)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian librarian and information professional.

Ákos Szendrey

1902–1965 (age 63)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ákos Szendrey was a historian whose careful research deepened appreciation for Hungary's past.

Sándor Dobrovits

1889–1963 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sándor Dobrovits was a Hungarian statistician whose work shaped statistical practice in Hungary during the twentieth ce...

György Péter

1903–1969 (age 66)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mathematician György Péter dedicated his life to advancing mathematical thought in Hungary.

Éva Hotti

1920–1965 (age 45)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Éva Hotti was a Hungarian stage actor whose performances enriched the theatrical culture of mid-twentieth century Hunga...

Sándor Neogrády

1894–1966 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Photographer Sándor Neogrády captured the spirit of his era with compassion.

Ákos Neÿ

1881–1967 (age 86)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ákos Neÿ was a Hungarian engineer who contributed significantly to Hungary's industrial development during the twentie...

Kató Rényi

1924–1969 (age 45)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mathematician Kató Rényi inspired students with her rigorous yet empathetic approach.

Alajos Kovács

1877–1963 (age 86)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Alajos Kovács was a Hungarian statistician who advanced statistical methodology and practice in early twentieth-century...

Aurél von Kelemen

1888–1968 (age 80)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Businessperson Aurél von Kelemen helped strengthen Hungary's commercial life.

Pál Király

1896–1969 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Pál Király was a Hungarian athlete whose competitive achievements contributed to Hungary's sporting heritage.

Antal Németh

1903–1968 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Theatre manager Antal Németh championed Hungarian theatre and its artists.

Albert Paál

1895–1969 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Albert Paál was a Hungarian painter whose artistic work contributed to the visual culture of twentieth-century Hungary.

Lajos Shvoy

1879–1968 (age 89)

Cathedral Basilica of St. Stephen the King, Székesfehérvár

Catholic priest Lajos Shvoy served the faithful with quiet devotion.

Dénes von Buday

1890–1963 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Dénes von Buday was a Hungarian composer whose musical works enriched Hungary's cultural and artistic traditions.

Nusi Somogyi

1890–1963 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Actor Nusi Somogyi brought warmth to the Hungarian stage.

László Muskát

1903–1966 (age 63)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Muskát was a Hungarian sprinter whose athletic achievements contributed to Hungary's mid-twentieth century spo...

István Barta

1910–1966 (age 56)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Scientist István Barta pursued knowledge with a collaborative spirit.

József Füsi

1909–1960 (age 51)

Farkasréti Cemetery

József Füsi was a Hungarian writer whose literary contributions enriched Hungary's cultural and intellectual landscape...

László Gereblyés

1904–1968 (age 64)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Poet László Gereblyés gave voice to nuanced emotions in his work.

Rudolf Giovannini

1891–1963 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Rudolf Giovannini was a Hungarian pharmacist whose professional work contributed to pharmaceutical science and healthcar...

Béla Reményi

1914–1962 (age 48)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer Béla Reményi enriched Hungarian letters with compelling narratives.

Ernő Balla

1891–1963 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

János Bacsó

1919–1960 (age 41)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer János Bacsó used his craft to illuminate lived experience and left a legacy of thoughtful Hungarian prose.

Árpád Sebes

1896–1963 (age 67)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Márton Káldor

1891–1967 (age 76)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer Márton Káldor explored civic life with empathy, leaving behind work that continues to inspire reflection.