Deaths in the 1960s

Jan Čarek

1898–1966 (age 68)

South Bohemian Region

Writer Jan Čarek celebrated the South Bohemian spirit through thoughtful storytelling.

Josef Januštík

1880–1963 (age 83)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Josef Januštík was a Czech politician who served his nation during a formative period of its modern history.

Albert Reinwart

1884–1968 (age 84)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Albert Reinwart was a publisher whose steady stewardship helped preserve Czech literature for future generations.

Marie Branaldová

1887–1962 (age 75)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Marie Branaldová was a Czech woman whose life encompassed a transformative period in her nation's history.

Antonín Blažek

1900–1969 (age 69)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Antonín Blažek was a respected member of his community whose steady character left a lasting impression.

Tomáš Černý

1886–1966 (age 80)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Tomáš Černý was a Czech man whose lifetime encompassed major developments in 20th-century European history.

Ferdinand Hulla

1900–1968 (age 68)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Ferdinand Hulla's dedication to family and the community sustained those around him through decades of shifting times.

Libuše Jedličková

1908–1960 (age 52)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Libuše Jedličková was a Czech woman whose life spanned the turbulent mid-20th century.

František Prokeš

1890–1967 (age 77)

Vyšehrad cemetery

František Prokeš was revered for his generous heart and his efforts to connect past and present.

František Krejčí

1883–1965 (age 82)

Březník

František Krejčí was a Czech priest whose ministry spanned over eight decades of spiritual service.

Jaroslav Vávra

1895–1960 (age 65)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Jaroslav Vávra remained a dependable presence whose quiet labor supported the rhythms of everyday life.

Josef Vávra

1892–1965 (age 73)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Josef Vávra was a Czech man whose lifetime spanned much of the 20th century.

Jan Vostrčil

1904–1961 (age 57)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Jan Vostrčil's steady leadership and thoughtful care enriched the lives of those he served.

Libuše Wegerová

1900–1968 (age 68)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Libuše Wegerová was a Czech woman whose life spanned the entire modern era of her nation.

Antonín Ziegelbauer

1890–1968 (age 78)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Antonín Ziegelbauer was remembered as a generous soul whose wisdom comforted many.

František Dvořák

1897–1968 (age 71)

Vyšehrad cemetery

František Dvořák was a Czech man whose lifetime encompassed the major transformations of the 20th century.

Jarmila Grundová

1906–1967 (age 61)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Jarmila Grundová's compassionate spirit was a source of comfort and encouragement to those around her.

Karel Mareš

1898–1960 (age 62)

Tábor

Karel Mareš was a Czech test pilot whose courage advanced the field of aviation during the 20th century.

Josef Dvořák

1883–1967 (age 84)

Pardubice Region

Painter Josef Dvořák captured the light of the Pardubice Region with a gentle brush and a patient eye.

Miroslav Plesinger-Božinov

1883–1963 (age 80)

Neratovice

Zdeněk Frankenberger

1892–1966 (age 74)

Černošice

Physician Zdeněk Frankenberger dedicated his career to healing the families of Černošice with compassion and skill.

František Formánek

1888–1964 (age 76)

Česká Třebová

Oldřich Wenzl

1921–1969 (age 48)

Mělník

Oldřich Wenzl was a Mělník-born writer whose reflective stories honored everyday courage.

Augustin Krist

1894–1964 (age 70)

Prostějov

Albert Jadrníček

1879–1968 (age 89)

Hulín

Albert Jadrníček was a Hulín-born writer who chronicled Moravian life with warmth and insight.

Zbyněk Havlíček

1922–1969 (age 47)

Jilemnice

František Pala

1887–1964 (age 77)

Železnice

František Pala was a Železnice-born educator known for his steady care for students' growth.

František R. Kraus

1903–1967 (age 64)

New Jewish Cemetery

Hanuš Zápal

1885–1964 (age 79)

Rakovník

Hanuš Zápal was a Rakovník teacher remembered for fostering thoughtful, curious students.

Otto Muneles

1894–1967 (age 73)

New Jewish Cemetery

Gustav Sicher

1880–1960 (age 80)

New Jewish Cemetery

Rabbi Gustav Sicher was a spiritual guide whose compassion comforted his community.

Antonín Zgarbík

1913–1965 (age 52)

Velehrad

Antonín Zgarbík (1913-1965) was a Czech individual from Jankovice who was buried in the Cemetery in Jankovice.

František Jech

1884–1960 (age 76)

Moravské Budějovice

František Jech was a Moravské Budějovice-born writer noted for his compassionate portrayals of everyday life.

Zdeněk Souček

1917–1967 (age 50)

Vodňany

Julius Pelikán

1887–1969 (age 82)

Nové Veselí

Julius Pelikán was a Nové Veselí sculptor whose works honored Czech heritage with quiet dignity.

Ota Bubeníček

1871–1962 (age 91)

Mladá Vožice

Jan Palach

1948–1969 (age 21)

Všetaty

Jan Palach was a Všetaty-born university student whose brave sacrifice embodied the yearning for freedom.

Augustin Štancl

1871–1962 (age 91)

Fryšták

Augustin Štancl (1871-1962) was a Czech individual from Bruck an der Mur, Austria, who was buried in the Cemetery in Fr...

Jindřich Jindřich

1876–1967 (age 91)

Klenčí pod Čerchovem

Composer Jindřich Jindřich of Klenčí pod Čerchovem celebrated Czech landscapes through music.

Zikmund Jan Kapic

1888–1968 (age 80)

Klenčí pod Čerchovem

Catholic priest who served the Klenčí pod Čerchovem community.

Jan Zajíc

1950–1969 (age 19)

Vítkov

Jan Zajíc was a Vítkov student whose courageous act symbolized the fight for freedom.

Aloisie Halaburtová

1888–1967 (age 79)

Peruc

Teacher who dedicated her career to education in Peruc.

Václav Hrabě

1940–1965 (age 25)

Lochovice

Václav Hrabě was a writer whose emotive works and youthful energy continue to resonate with readers.

Alice Masaryková

1879–1966 (age 87)

Lány

Czech writer whose literary works enriched the cultural heritage of the nation.

Karel Josef Beneš

1896–1969 (age 73)

Rožmitál pod Třemšínem

Karel Josef Beneš was a dedicated screenwriter whose life of storytelling is fondly recalled in Rožmitál pod Třemš�...

Josef Režný

1909–1968 (age 59)

Waldfriedhof Zlín

Czech resident whose life spanned the early-to-mid twentieth century.

František Sika

1897–1966 (age 69)

Waldfriedhof Zlín

František Sika is remembered for his quiet strength and the ties he fostered within his community.

František Švehlák

1906–1965 (age 59)

Waldfriedhof Zlín

Czech resident who lived through the transformative twentieth century.

Jan Svoboda

1905–1968 (age 63)

Waldfriedhof Zlín

Jan Svoboda's memory endures among those who cherish the calm leadership he offered in life.

Jan Troška

1904–1965 (age 61)

Waldfriedhof Zlín

Czech resident whose life spanned the early-to-mid twentieth century.