Deaths in the 1960s

Zdenek Wirth

1878–1961 (age 83)

Strašnice Crematorium

Teacher Zdenek Wirth inspired students with his patient guidance and deep love for learning.

Růžena Nasková

1884–1960 (age 76)

Strašnice Crematorium

Růžena Nasková (1884–1960) was a Czech actress who performed during the early twentieth century.

Ctibor Malý

1885–1968 (age 83)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Ctibor Malý embodied commitment and grace as an association football player whose memory endures at Vinohrady Cemetery.

Josef Drahňovský

1890–1962 (age 72)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Josef Drahňovský (1890–1962) was a Czech hotel manager who worked in Prague's hospitality industry.

Josef Beneš

1893–1966 (age 73)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Josef Beneš is remembered as a figure of quiet resilience whose life reflected the endurance of his generation.

Josef Filip

1897–1966 (age 69)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Josef Filip (1897–1966) was a Prague resident who lived through the twentieth century.

Jaroslav Benda

1883–1964 (age 81)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Jaroslav Benda dedicated his career to civil service, offering steady leadership amid changing times.

František Bláha

1893–1965 (age 72)

Vinohrady Cemetery

František Bláha (1893–1965) was a Prague resident with strong ties to the Vinohrady neighborhood.

Jaroslav Cach

1901–1960 (age 59)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Jaroslav Cach stands among those whose steady lives contributed to the quiet continuity of their homeland.

Ella Čemusová

1900–1966 (age 66)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Ella Čemusová (1900–1966) was a Prague resident born at the beginning of the twentieth century.

Jaroslav Čermák

1903–1967 (age 64)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Jaroslav Čermák is remembered for his gracious steadiness through challenging times.

Josef Chmelík

1893–1965 (age 72)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Josef Chmelík (1893–1965) was a Prague resident connected to the Vinohrady neighborhood.

Zbyněk Čížek

1934–1966 (age 32)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Zbyněk Čížek is honored for the quiet strength with which he witnessed a changing century.

Miloš Havel

1899–1968 (age 69)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Miloš Havel (1899–1968) was a Czech businessman who contributed to Prague's commercial development.

Gustav Hilmar

1891–1967 (age 76)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Gustav Hilmar is remembered for his warm presence and contributions to Czech theater and film.

Růžena Šlemrová

1886–1962 (age 76)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Růžena Šlemrová (1886–1962) was a Czech actress who performed in Prague's theatrical tradition.

Theodor Pištěk

1895–1960 (age 65)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Theodor Pištěk brought depth and humanity to every role, remaining cherished in Czech theater history.

Rudolf Richter

1883–1962 (age 79)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Rudolf Richter (1883–1962) was a Czech athletics competitor who participated in early twentieth-century sports.

Václav Vojtěch Novák

1901–1969 (age 68)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Václav Vojtěch Novák is remembered for the imaginative and expressive illustrations that enriched Czech storytelling.

Eva Kučerová

1927–1961 (age 34)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Eva Kučerová was a deacon who served her community with dedication until her death in 1961.

Jaroslav Kubeš

1949–1968 (age 19)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Jaroslav Kubeš is honored for his quiet presence within the fabric of Prague life.

Jaroslav Švec

1924–1968 (age 44)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Jaroslav Švec was a driver who lived from 1924 to 1968.

Eduard Cmunt

1878–1967 (age 89)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Physician Eduard Cmunt is remembered for his calm dedication to patients and his lasting presence in the Vinohrady commu...

Pavla Wenigová

1880–1963 (age 83)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Pavla Wenigová lived from 1880 to 1963, reaching the age of 83.

Karel Lankaš

1879–1963 (age 84)

Břevnov cemetery

Karel Lankaš remained a steady and compassionate presence in the Břevnov community throughout his long life.

František Nečásek

1913–1968 (age 55)

Ďáblice cemetery

František Nečásek was a member of editing staff who lived from 1913 to 1968.

Vojtěch Němeček

1922–1964 (age 42)

Ďáblice cemetery

Painter Vojtěch Němeček left behind evocative works that continue to inspire reflection at Ďáblice cemetery.

Oldřich Hořický

1895–1966 (age 71)

Ďáblice cemetery

Oldřich Hořický lived from 1895 to 1966, spanning more than seven decades.

Václav Mařan

1879–1962 (age 83)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Teacher Václav Mařan is remembered for nurturing generations of students with patience and high standards.

František Balátě

1889–1965 (age 76)

Vinohrady Cemetery

František Balátě was an engineer who lived from 1889 to 1965.

František Vogel

1891–1964 (age 73)

Vinohrady Cemetery

František Vogel is remembered for his steady dedication to family and community in Vinohrady.

Karel Steiner

1915–1963 (age 48)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Karel Steiner lived from 1915 to 1963.

Marie Slavíková

1897–1964 (age 67)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Marie Slavíková is remembered for her generous heart and the warmth she brought to those around her.

Marie Baláťová

1890–1969 (age 79)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Marie Baláťová lived from 1890 to 1969, reaching the age of 79.

Adolf Ševčík

1894–1967 (age 73)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Legionary Adolf Ševčík's commitment to his country is commemorated by visitors to Vinohrady Cemetery.

Rudolf Kaška

1888–1968 (age 80)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Rudolf Kaška lived from 1888 to 1968, reaching the age of 80.

František Křehlík

1886–1965 (age 79)

Vinohrady Cemetery

František Křehlík is remembered for his steadfast dedication to family and neighbors.

Josef Pacovský

1893–1966 (age 73)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Josef Pacovský lived from 1893 to 1966, reaching the age of 73.

Miroslav Seemann

1919–1963 (age 44)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Actor Miroslav Seemann warmed stages and hearts alike before being laid to rest at Vinohrady Cemetery.

Augustin Novák

1884–1963 (age 79)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Anna Ledecká

1875–1961 (age 86)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Anna Ledecká's memory continues to inspire quiet reflection at Vinohrady Cemetery.

Vladivoj Tomek

1933–1960 (age 27)

Ďáblice cemetery

Oldřich Dostál

1892–1960 (age 68)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Oldřich Dostál was a steady presence in the Vinohrady community, remembered for his quiet generosity.

Jan Dvořák

1879–1964 (age 85)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Josef Ettel

1893–1964 (age 71)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Josef Ettel is remembered for the warmth and companionship he brought to his Vinohrady neighborhood.

Vojtěch Gottfried

1898–1962 (age 64)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Otto Hanák

1887–1961 (age 74)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Otto Hanák was a steady presence in Vinohrady, respected for his calm and consistent care for others.

Eduard Havel

1886–1962 (age 76)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Jaroslav Hodyc

1904–1961 (age 57)

Vinohrady Cemetery

Jaroslav Hodyc was cherished for his readiness to support friends and family in the Vinohrady neighborhood.

Jan Koloušek

1903–1969 (age 66)

Vinohrady Cemetery