Deaths in the 1970s

Aarne Paal

1938–1977 (age 39)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Aarne Paal was an engineer whose thoughtful expertise helped sustain the communities he served.

Karl Kõiv

1894–1974 (age 80)

Liiva Cemetery

Karl Kõiv was an Estonian weightlifter whose athletic achievements brought honor to his nation.

Johanna Lahesalu

1899–1979 (age 80)

Liiva Cemetery

Johanna Lahesalu chronicled Liiva's past with steadfast care.

Galina Yarova-Chernyavskaya

1900–1979 (age 79)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Galina Yarova-Chernyavskaya was an accomplished ballet dancer who contributed to the performing arts.

Christofor Vink

1878–1972 (age 94)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Christofor Vink shepherded his congregation with enduring faith.

Georgi Medvedev

1886–1971 (age 85)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Valeri Povedski

1901–1973 (age 72)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Valeri Povedski devoted his ministry to steady pastoral care.

Kurt-Arved Linneberg

1898–1975 (age 77)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Evald Lutsius

1922–1976 (age 54)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Evald Lutsius reported with integrity on the issues of his day.

Aina Üksine

1942–1976 (age 34)

Metsakalmistu

Georg Siimenson

1912–1978 (age 66)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Georg Siimenson inspired teammates through dedication on the pitch.

Vilhelm Reiman

1903–1977 (age 74)

Metsakalmistu

Vladimir Lipp

1904–1977 (age 73)

Metsakalmistu

Vladimir Lipp championed thoughtful governance and public service.

Voldemar Kaarma

1908–1976 (age 68)

Metsakalmistu

Voldemar Post

1897–1970 (age 73)

Metsakalmistu

Voldemar Post served with steadfast commitment to his nation.

Johann Ostrat

1894–1979 (age 85)

Metsakalmistu

Kristjan Kärber

1908–1977 (age 69)

Metsakalmistu

Kristjan Kärber helped shape the communities he served through steady labor.

Jaan Aarmann

1885–1978 (age 93)

Metsakalmistu

Valter Pärtelpoeg

1900–1971 (age 71)

Old St. John's cemetery

Valter Pärtelpoeg healed with a steady hand and compassionate heart.

Hans Sossi

1892–1975 (age 83)

Old St. John's cemetery

Pavel Kolesnik

1916–1977 (age 61)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Pavel Kolesnik's life was defined by duty and quiet resolve.

Georg Leets

1896–1975 (age 79)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Maria Laidoner

1888–1978 (age 90)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Esteemed pianist Maria Laidoner shared her musical gifts with generations and helped sustain Estonia's cultural heart.

Arseni Poolgas

1908–1972 (age 64)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Nikolai Goromulinsky

1878–1971 (age 93)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Dedicated physician Nikolai Goromulinsky devoted his life to patient care and community well-being.

Sergei Hints

1917–1974 (age 57)

Alexander Nevsky cemetery

Sergei Hints was a priest who dedicated his life to spiritual ministry and pastoral care.

Boris Henrichson

1899–1971 (age 72)

Metsakalmistu

Teacher Boris Henrichson nurtured generations of learners with steadfast dedication.

Jakob Adamtau

1893–1973 (age 80)

Metsakalmistu

Jakob Adamtau was a coach who dedicated his career to developing athletic talent and excellence.

Rein Marrandi

1883–1973 (age 90)

Kõrgessaare cemetery

Politician Rein Marrandi worked earnestly for his community, guiding governance with integrity.

Arnold Sikkel

1912–1974 (age 62)

Metsakalmistu

Arnold Sikkel was an accomplished actor whose performances enriched the cultural arts.

Hermine Elisabeth Jürgens

1892–1976 (age 84)

Äksi cemetery

Music teacher Hermine Elisabeth Jürgens inspired students through a lifelong devotion to sound and harmony.

Paul Ruubel

1913–1970 (age 57)

Metsakalmistu

Paul Ruubel was a distinguished actor whose performances enriched the dramatic arts.

Aleksander Rudolf Laane

1910–1973 (age 63)

Kõrgessaare cemetery

Partisan Aleksander Rudolf Laane embodied steady bravery in defense of his homeland.

Jaak Jakobson

1891–1972 (age 81)

Metsakalmistu

Jaak Jakobson was a member of his community whose life spanned from 1891 to 1972.

Jüri Rebane

1899–1976 (age 77)

Kõrgessaare cemetery

Local politician Jüri Rebane championed community interests with thoughtful public service.

Lyubov Rimm

1894–1976 (age 82)

Metsakalmistu

Lyubov Rimm was a courageous intelligence operative whose work served her nation.

Leo Vool

1909–1976 (age 67)

Ancien cimetière de Saint-Pierre

Cleric Leo Vool guided his flock with compassion and steadfast spiritual leadership.

Paul Vassar

1913–1975 (age 62)

Old St. John's cemetery

Paul Vassar was a talented caricaturist whose artistic work brought wit and insight to visual culture.

Melania Krimm

1894–1978 (age 84)

Vana-Pärnu cemetery

Poet Melania Krimm gave voice to Estonia's soul through evocative and heartfelt verse.

Nikolai Gräzin

1902–1979 (age 77)

Old St. John's cemetery

Nikolai Gräzin was a distinguished forestry scientist whose research advanced environmental knowledge.

Endel Hang

1930–1978 (age 48)

Old St. John's cemetery

Geographer Endel Hang expanded understanding of Estonia's terrain while nurturing future scholars.

Jaan Aan

1891–1976 (age 85)

Aegviidu old cemetery

Jaan Aan was a dedicated teacher whose career was devoted to educating and inspiring students.

Ellen Kaarma

1928–1973 (age 45)

Metsakalmistu

Ellen Kaarma was an Estonian actor whose performances graced both stage and screen during a turbulent era.

Ellen Vilbaste

1893–1974 (age 81)

Metsakalmistu

Ellen Vilbaste was a pioneering botanist whose research advanced the study of plant science.

Karl Tombak

1894–1971 (age 77)

Aegviidu old cemetery

Karl Tombak served his community as a dependable merchant known for his honest approach to business.

Evald-Friedrich Keskpaik

1897–1976 (age 79)

Metsakalmistu

Hans Ulk

1876–1973 (age 97)

Paistu cemetery

Hans Ulk dedicated his life to serving rural communities as a thoughtful and steady mayor.

Henrik Olvi

1894–1972 (age 78)

Simuna cemetery

Kusta Toom

1892–1973 (age 81)

Rõngu cemetery

Kusta Toom was a writer whose work captured the spirit of Estonia for future generations.

Rudolf Kask

1901–1974 (age 73)

Kodavere Cemetery