Deaths in the 1970s

Josef Fiedler

1898–1970 (age 72)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Josef Fiedler composed heartfelt works that enriched Vienna’s musical heritage.

Alfred Pirkhert

1887–1971 (age 84)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Isabella Mikulicz-Breyer

1887–1973 (age 86)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Isabella Mikulicz-Breyer painted luminous scenes that celebrated quiet beauty.

Lea Reinhart

1877–1970 (age 93)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Ludwig Weber

1899–1974 (age 75)

Grinzing Cemetery

Ludwig Weber was an opera singer prized for his powerful yet tender performances.

Karl Hartl

1899–1978 (age 79)

Grinzing Cemetery

Hans Unterkircher

1895–1971 (age 76)

Grinzing Cemetery

Hans Unterkircher was a versatile film director and actor whose work helped shape early Austrian cinema.

Rudolf Kolisch

1896–1978 (age 82)

Grinzing Cemetery

Zoë Wassilko von Serecki

1897–1978 (age 81)

Grinzing Cemetery

Zoë Wassilko von Serecki brought empathy and wisdom to astrology, offering guidance in turbulent times.

Carlo Abarth

1908–1979 (age 71)

Grinzing Cemetery

Carlo Abarth was an influential Italian-Austrian automotive engineer whose innovations shaped the industry during the 20...

Ernst Martin Benedikt

1882–1973 (age 91)

Grinzing Cemetery

Ernst Martin Benedikt was a thoughtful writer who explored the human experience with clarity and compassion.

Rolf R. Bigler

1930–1978 (age 48)

Grinzing Cemetery

Rolf R. Bigler was an Austrian writer whose literary works contributed meaningfully to mid-20th century European culture...

Rudolf Eisler

1881–1977 (age 96)

Grinzing Cemetery

Rudolf Eisler was an architect known for balancing innovation with a deep respect for context in his designs.

Vincenz Ludwig Ostry

1897–1977 (age 80)

Grinzing Cemetery

Vincenz Ludwig Ostry was an Austrian journalist whose reporting and dedication to his craft contributed to public discou...

Ernst Scheibelreiter

1897–1973 (age 76)

Grinzing Cemetery

Ernst Scheibelreiter was a writer who illuminated everyday life with empathy and keen insight.

Hans Regina von Nack

1894–1976 (age 82)

Jedleseer Friedhof

Hans Regina von Nack was an Austrian writer whose literary contributions enriched the cultural heritage of early-to-mid ...

Karl Seemann

1909–1978 (age 69)

Cemetery Perchtoldsdorf

Karl Seemann was a priest whose compassionate leadership comforted and inspired his community.

Bernhard Paumgartner

1887–1971 (age 84)

Petersfriedhof

Bernhard Paumgartner was an Austrian composer whose musical works contributed to the classical music tradition of the 20...

Anton Lippe

1905–1974 (age 69)

Sankt Anna am Aigen

Anton Lippe was a Catholic priest known for his gentle pastoral care and enduring faith.

Erwin Bock

1898–1977 (age 79)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Erwin Bock was an Austrian politician whose career in public service reflected his dedication to his community and natio...

Franz Kinkor

1884–1978 (age 94)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Franz Kinkor was a silversmith celebrated for combining craftsmanship with artistic elegance.

Stefanie Hofmann

1906–1979 (age 73)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Stefanie Hofmann was an Austrian politician whose career in public service reflected her commitment to her community and...

Robert Erber

1895–1978 (age 83)

Feuerhalle Simmering

Robert Erber was an adult educator who inspired learners with his steadfast belief in lifelong growth.

Karl Silberbauer

1911–1972 (age 61)

Friedhof Mauer

Karl Silberbauer was an Austrian military officer whose service reflected his dedication to his nation during the 20th c...

John Banner

1910–1973 (age 63)

Friedhof Mauer

John Banner was an actor whose warm, sincere performances won affection across generations.

Karl Mühlhauser

1909–1979 (age 70)

Südwestfriedhof

Karl Mühlhauser was an Austrian politician whose career in public service reflected his commitment to his community thr...

Josef Baudys

1900–1979 (age 79)

Südwestfriedhof

Architect Josef Baudys left a legacy of thoughtful designs that served Vienna communities for decades.

Emil H. Krischke

1888–1974 (age 86)

Liesing Cemetery

Emil H. Krischke was an Austrian writer whose literary works contributed to the rich cultural heritage of early-to-mid 2...

Gustav Blenk

1892–1977 (age 85)

Friedhof Mauer

Librarian Gustav Blenk enriched Vienna’s cultural life through thoughtful stewardship of treasured collections.

Rózsi Bársony

1909–1977 (age 68)

Döbling Cemetery

Rózsi Bársony was a Hungarian-Austrian actress who performed in theatre and film during the early-to-mid twentieth cen...

Fritz Kachler

1888–1973 (age 85)

Döbling Cemetery

Figure skater Fritz Kachler brought elegance and inspiration to Vienna’s sporting community.

Friedrich Engel-Janosi

1893–1978 (age 85)

Döbling Cemetery

Friedrich Engel-Janosi was an accomplished university teacher whose scholarly work enriched Central European intellectua...

Oskar Schmidt

1902–1976 (age 74)

Döbling Cemetery

Businessperson Oskar Schmidt shaped Vienna’s enterprises with principled leadership and civic concern.

Anton Potyka

1899–1973 (age 74)

Döbling Cemetery

Anton Potyka was an architect whose designs contributed to the development of early twentieth-century Vienna.

Egon Fenz

1907–1972 (age 65)

Döbling Cemetery

Physician Egon Fenz was valued for his compassionate care and commitment to medical progress.

Friedrich Reidinger

1890–1972 (age 82)

Döbling Cemetery

Friedrich Reidinger was an Austrian composer whose musical works contributed to twentieth-century cultural life.

Karl Bastel

1908–1979 (age 71)

Kagraner Friedhof

Entrepreneur Karl Bastel supported Vienna’s growth with steady guidance and mentorship.

Eugenie Bernay

1891–1971 (age 80)

Meidlinger Friedhof

Eugenie Bernay was an Austrian actress whose performances enriched early twentieth-century theatre and film.

Emmy Bernatzik

1904–1977 (age 73)

Heiligenstädter Friedhof

Photographer Emmy Bernatzik left an empathetic visual legacy that continues to inspire observers.

Mathilde Hanzel-Hübner

1884–1970 (age 86)

Ober Sankt Veiter Friedhof

Mathilde Hanzel-Hübner was a dedicated teacher whose career contributed to Austrian education in the late nineteenth an...

Gottlieb Michal

1886–1970 (age 84)

Ober Sankt Veiter Friedhof

Architect Gottlieb Michal balanced practical design with timeless elegance throughout his career.

Oskar Unger

1877–1972 (age 95)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Oskar Unger was an influential architect whose designs shaped the urban landscape of Vienna and Central Europe.

Otto Artner

1895–1971 (age 76)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Architect Otto Artner devoted his career to creating dignified, community-minded structures.

Emmy Gehrig

1893–1974 (age 81)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Emmy Gehrig was an Austrian writer whose literary works enriched twentieth-century Austrian cultural life.

Viola Broda

1883–1971 (age 88)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Actor Viola Broda brought warmth and sincerity to every stage and screen she graced.

August Schenker-Angerer

1897–1979 (age 82)

Vienna Central Cemetery

August Schenker-Angerer was an Austrian entrepreneur whose business ventures contributed to early twentieth-century econ...

Hans Pfann

1890–1973 (age 83)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Hans Pfann was an architect who contributed to Vienna's evolving urban identity in the first half of the 20th century.

Martha Hofmann

1895–1975 (age 80)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Martha Hofmann was an Austrian politician who advanced women's representation and political engagement in early twentiet...

Fritz Jellinek

1895–1971 (age 76)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Fritz Jellinek was a composer whose work reflected the rich cultural life of Vienna.

Emmerich Zillner

1900–1971 (age 71)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Emmerich Zillner was a Viennese composer who contributed significantly to Austrian classical music during the twentieth ...