Deaths in the 1970s

Čestmír Brůžek

1894–1977 (age 83)

Kroměříž

Čestmír Brůžek was a Czech puppeteer from Kroměříž.

Vojtěch Lukeš

1910–1975 (age 65)

Kroměříž

Librarian Vojtěch Lukeš (1910–1975) safeguarded Kroměříž’s cultural memory with a steady and welcoming hand.

Helena Šrámková

1883–1974 (age 91)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Helena Šrámková was a Czech painter.

Kamila Ungrová

1887–1972 (age 85)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Singer Kamila Ungrová (1887–1972) captivated audiences with a voice that resonated well beyond Vyšehrad.

Ivan Franta

1904–1975 (age 71)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Ivan Franta was a Czech resident born in 1904.

Ema Švandová

1882–1971 (age 89)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Actor Ema Švandová (1882–1971) left an enduring impression on Czech theater with her empathetic portrayals.

Božena Hlinková-Liebscherová

1885–1970 (age 85)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Božena Hlinková-Liebscherová was a Czech painter.

František Karásek

1902–1979 (age 77)

Vyšehrad cemetery

František Karásek (1902-1979) was a Czech individual from Týnec nad Sázavou buried in the Týnec nad Sázavou old ce...

Běla Vrbová-Pavlousková

1896–1978 (age 82)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Běla Vrbová-Pavlousková was a Czech translator.

Dušan Zachystal

1894–1976 (age 82)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Dušan Zachystal (1894–1976) is remembered at Vyšehrad for his thoughtful companionship and steady integrity.

Robert Nezval

1954–1971 (age 17)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech actor who worked in mid-20th century performing arts.

Jaroslav Bednář

1889–1976 (age 87)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Writer Jaroslav Bednář (1889–1976) honored everyday life with narratives that continue to resonate.

Alois Vazovic

1911–1971 (age 60)

Karviná

Czech association football player from the Karviná region.

Atanas Mirčev

1896–1974 (age 78)

Vyšehrad cemetery

A life of calm service and determination defined Atanas Mirčev.

Josef Hejda

1891–1970 (age 79)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech publisher who contributed to the dissemination of knowledge and literature.

Karel Šilink

1908–1973 (age 65)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Karel Šilink is remembered for his dependable nature and steadfast care for community.

Ivo Kruliš-Randa

1893–1973 (age 80)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech figure of the 20th century whose contributions were recognized in Prague's cultural society.

Jaroslav Lepař

1898–1974 (age 76)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Jaroslav Lepař brought thoughtful optimism and steady counsel to those around him.

Blahomír Žahour

1889–1972 (age 83)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech secondary school teacher dedicated to education and intellectual development.

Konstantin Jelínek

1891–1972 (age 81)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Konstantin Jelínek shaped many lives through his kind and devoted work as a teacher.

Otakar Tyl

1916–1976 (age 60)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech geographer whose scholarly work advanced geographical knowledge and education.

Zdeněk Kremlička

1893–1972 (age 79)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Painter Zdeněk Kremlička left behind works imbued with sensitivity to color and place.

Václav Rubeška

1897–1973 (age 76)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech physician dedicated to medical practice and patient care.

Jaroslav Zita

1901–1970 (age 69)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Secretary Jaroslav Zita is cherished for his diligent care in keeping civic life organized.

Anna Zahradníčková

1894–1979 (age 85)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech woman whose long life spanned nearly a century of national history.

Jarmila Hennerová

1899–1978 (age 79)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Jarmila Hennerová is remembered for her warm heart and generous spirit.

Rudolf Mlynář

1881–1970 (age 89)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech figure whose long life spanned from the Austro-Hungarian era through the 20th century.

Jiří Motejl

1899–1975 (age 76)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Jiří Motejl embodied quiet determination and a commitment to the well-being of his circle.

František Noháč

1904–1972 (age 68)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Czech individual whose life encompassed much of the transformative 20th century.

Josef Pražák

1907–1970 (age 63)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Josef Pražák is honored for his calm nature and sense of responsibility.

Dimitrij Preiss

1889–1971 (age 82)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Dimitrij Preiss was a Czech cultural figure who lived from 1889 to 1971.

Karel Svoboda

1906–1975 (age 69)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Karel Svoboda is remembered for his generous leadership and steadfast loyalty.

Jiří Svojsík

1913–1977 (age 64)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Jiří Svojsík was a Czech cultural figure who lived from 1913 to 1977.

Karel Tadra

1879–1971 (age 92)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Community pillar whose quiet dedication endures at Vyšehrad cemetery.

Danica Vávrová

1902–1977 (age 75)

Vyšehrad cemetery

Danica Vávrová was a Czech woman who lived from 1902 to 1977.

Jan Andrzej Buzek

1904–1977 (age 73)

Bystřice

Diplomat Jan Andrzej Buzek upheld thoughtful dialogue with steadfast resolve.

Henryk Jasiczek

1919–1976 (age 57)

Český Těšín

Henryk Jasiczek was a Polish poet from Český Těšín who lived from 1919 to 1976.

Ladislav Pilát

1906–1977 (age 71)

Prachatice

Teacher Ladislav Pilát inspired a generation of curious, confident learners.

Jaroslav Vítek

1888–1972 (age 84)

Česká Skalice

Jaroslav Vítek was a Czech writer from Česká Skalice who lived from 1888 to 1972.

Jan Weiss

1892–1972 (age 80)

Jilemnice

Writer Jan Weiss captured quiet truths with lyrical clarity.

Zdeněk Kryzánek

1920–1975 (age 55)

Jindřichův Hradec

Zdeněk Kryzánek was a Czech actor from Jindřichův Hradec who lived from 1920 to 1975.

Jaromír Horáček

1900–1976 (age 76)

Jilemnice

Writer Jaromír Horáček honored everyday courage with sincere storytelling.

Alois Páral

1892–1978 (age 86)

Šlapanice

Alois Páral was a Czech resident of Šlapanice who lived from 1892 to 1978.

Štěpán Trochta

1905–1974 (age 69)

Litoměřice

Bishop Štěpán Trochta guided his diocese with unwavering devotion during turbulent times.

Eduard Oliva

1905–1972 (age 67)

Litoměřice

Eduard Oliva was a Catholic priest from Litoměřice who lived from 1905 to 1972.

Jiří Padrta

1929–1978 (age 49)

Soběslav

Translator Jiří Padrta broadened cultural horizons with faithful nuance.

Josef Matička

1893–1976 (age 83)

Litomyšl

Josef Matička (1893-1976) was a Czech resident from Břevnov who witnessed the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and ...

Josef Plíhal

1904–1973 (age 69)

Turnov

Businessperson Josef Plíhal championed ethical enterprise for Turnov’s vitality.

Karel Hojden

1893–1975 (age 82)

Příbram

Karel Hojden was a Czech teacher from Příbram who lived from 1893 to 1975.

František Xaver Drozen

1898–1972 (age 74)

Turnov

Luthier František Xaver Drozen shaped instruments that enriched music with warmth.