Deaths in the 1970s

Arnold Kress

1897–1974 (age 77)

Metsakalmistu

Sportsperson Arnold Kress championed athleticism across disciplines.

Georg Kristjanson

1897–1975 (age 78)

Metsakalmistu

Georg Kristjanson was an Estonian coach who lived from 1897 to 1975.

Nadezhda Taarna

1906–1978 (age 72)

Metsakalmistu

Helmut Orusaar

1923–1977 (age 54)

Metsakalmistu

Helmut Orusaar was an Estonian conductor who lived from 1923 to 1977.

Rudolf Tihane

1892–1977 (age 85)

Metsakalmistu

Gustav Võntso

1880–1970 (age 90)

Metsakalmistu

Hans Võrk

1896–1978 (age 82)

Metsakalmistu

Felix Juhandi

1906–1975 (age 69)

Metsakalmistu

Leo Soonpää

1903–1979 (age 76)

Metsakalmistu

Valdeko Ratassepp

1912–1977 (age 65)

Metsakalmistu

Elsa Ratassepp

1893–1972 (age 79)

Metsakalmistu

Herbert Tampere

1909–1975 (age 66)

Raadi cemetery

August Sabbe

1909–1978 (age 69)

Raadi cemetery

Hans Kruus

1891–1976 (age 85)

Raadi cemetery

Vladimir Riives

1916–1978 (age 62)

Raadi cemetery

Aleksander Eller

1891–1971 (age 80)

Raadi cemetery

Aksel Kallas

1910–1975 (age 65)

Raadi cemetery

Mart Lepik

1900–1971 (age 71)

Raadi cemetery

Vassili Fadeyev

1923–1974 (age 51)

Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn

Richard Alekõrs

1914–1973 (age 59)

Metsakalmistu

Artur Värik

1913–1976 (age 63)

Metsakalmistu

Artur Värik touched listeners with violin performances full of warmth and care.

Konstantin Kasekivi

1930–1979 (age 49)

Metsakalmistu

Tekla Koha

1910–1977 (age 67)

Metsakalmistu

Tekla Koha was an Estonian pianist whose interpretations and devotion helped shape the nation’s musical spirit.

Rostislav Merkulov

1912–1978 (age 66)

Metsakalmistu

Eike Joasoo

1930–1971 (age 41)

Metsakalmistu

Eike Joasoo was a ballet dancer whose grace and commitment helped sustain Estonia’s dance heritage.

Richard Mölder

1922–1975 (age 53)

Metsakalmistu

Richard Mölder was an Estonian conductor whose career spanned the mid-twentieth century.

Aleksis Avasalu

1914–1976 (age 62)

Metsakalmistu

Aleksis Avasalu was a musician whose devotion to melody nurtured Estonia’s cultural continuity.

August Feldman

1899–1970 (age 71)

Metsakalmistu

August Feldman was a military personnel who served his country with dedication.

Valter Biiber

1907–1977 (age 70)

Metsakalmistu

Valter Biiber was an association football player whose dedication to teamwork helped uplift Estonia’s sporting spirit.

August Vomm

1906–1976 (age 70)

Metsakalmistu

August Vomm was an Estonian sculptor whose works contributed to the nation's artistic heritage.

Mihkel Jürna

1899–1972 (age 73)

Metsakalmistu

Mihkel Jürna was a writer whose honest prose and poetry gave voice to Estonia’s hopes and memories.

Eugen Härms

1920–1979 (age 59)

Metsakalmistu

Eugen Härms was an association football coach who contributed to the development of the sport in Estonia.

Aita Kurfeldt

1901–1979 (age 78)

Metsakalmistu

Aita Kurfeldt was a translator whose linguistic gifts broadened Estonian readers’ access to the wider world.

Albert Eskel

1922–1975 (age 53)

Metsakalmistu

Albert Eskel was an Estonian sculptor whose works enriched the nation's artistic legacy.

Albina Kausi

1898–1976 (age 78)

Metsakalmistu

Albina Kausi was an actor whose authenticity and warmth kept Estonia’s theatre alive for many seasons.

Hermann Nirk

1902–1979 (age 77)

Helme Cemetery

Hermann Nirk was a cleric who devoted his life to spiritual leadership and pastoral service.

Adolf Stafenau

1881–1970 (age 89)

Liiva Cemetery

Adolf Stafenau was a diplomat whose steady service upheld Estonia’s presence in foreign affairs.

Eduard Mailend

1902–1970 (age 68)

Liiva Cemetery

Eduard Mailend was a lawyer whose career was marked by professional dedication and integrity.

Hans Vanaveski

1888–1976 (age 88)

Liiva Cemetery

Hans Vanaveski was a photographer whose images preserved the soul of Estonia’s people and places.

Fyodor Klement

1903–1973 (age 70)

Raadi cemetery

Fyodor Klement was a politician who engaged in public service during a significant historical period.

Kalev Arro

1915–1974 (age 59)

Raadi cemetery

Kalev Arro was a partisan noted for his courage and commitment to Estonia’s freedom during testing times.

Jaak Põldmäe

1942–1979 (age 37)

Raadi cemetery

Jaak Põldmäe was a university teacher whose career was devoted to education and scholarly advancement.

Rudolf Saago

1914–1973 (age 59)

Raadi cemetery

Lawyer who served with calm dignity and a steady hand.

Aleksander Blaubrück

1895–1971 (age 76)

Raadi cemetery

Aleksander Blaubrück was an Estonian artist whose works enriched the nation's cultural heritage.

Agnes Taar

1897–1976 (age 79)

Raadi cemetery

Writer whose thoughtful stories and respect for the human experience continue to inspire.

Artur Lossmann

1877–1972 (age 95)

Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn

Villem Seidra

1904–1974 (age 70)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Architect whose visionary designs respected the evolving cityscape.

Artur Heinlaid

1904–1970 (age 66)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Armand Tungal

1928–1977 (age 49)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Translator devoted to bringing distant voices into the Estonian language with clarity and care.

Ellen Niirman

1907–1970 (age 63)

Rahumäe Cemetery