Deaths in the 1970s
21,000+ memorials
Martin Benka
1888–1971 (age 83)
National Cemetery in Martin
Martin Benka championed Slovak identity through art and education.
Ivan Stodola
1888–1977 (age 89)
National Cemetery in Martin
Ivan Stodola was a Slovak writer whose literary contributions enriched the cultural landscape of Slovakia.
Fraňo Štefunko
1903–1974 (age 71)
National Cemetery in Martin
Fraňo Štefunko honored Slovak heritage through sculpture and mentorship.
Hana Meličková
1900–1978 (age 78)
National Cemetery in Martin
Hana Meličková was a Slovak actress whose performances enriched Slovak cultural and theatrical life.
Ján Hrušovský
1892–1975 (age 83)
National Cemetery in Martin
Ján Hrušovský chronicled Slovak life with lyrical prose and civic engagement.
Anton Augustín Baník
1900–1978 (age 78)
National Cemetery in Martin
Anton Augustín Baník was a Slovak philosopher whose intellectual contributions shaped philosophical discourse in his e...
Vít Hejný
1904–1977 (age 73)
National Cemetery in Martin
Vít Hejný inspired generations of students through steadfast and encouraging teaching.
Július Adamiš
1885–1971 (age 86)
Cemetery Goat gate
Július Adamiš was a Slovak church historian whose scholarly work preserved and illuminated Slovakia's religious herita...
Július Bukovinský
1903–1975 (age 72)
Verejný cintorín
Július Bukovinský rendered intimate human moments with painterly sensitivity.
Tihon of Smolen
1901–1978 (age 77)
Cherepish Monastery
Tihon of Smolen (1901–1978) was an Orthodox Christian monk whose life was dedicated to monastic service at Cherepish M...
Щуренко, Роман Иванович
1911–1974 (age 63)
Nikopol
Vasily Konstantinovich Ryazantsev (1911-1974) was a Russian figure from Biysk buried at Vvedenskoye Cemetery in Moscow.
Ivan Tenev
1913–1976 (age 63)
Tenevo
Ivan Tenev (1913–1976) was a Bulgarian politician whose career spanned the transformative mid-20th century.
Cyril of Bulgaria
1901–1971 (age 70)
Bachkovo Monastery
Cyril of Bulgaria served the monastic community at Bachkovo with humility and devotion.
Kozma Gyulov
1884–1973 (age 89)
Rakovski
Kozma Gyulov (1884–1973) was a notable Bulgarian figure whose life spanned nearly a century of national development.
Vasil Mechkuevski
1887–1975 (age 88)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Vasil Mechkuevski was a dedicated military professional who stood by his country in trying times.
Georgi Bakŭrdzhiev
1899–1972 (age 73)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Georgi Bakŭrdzhiev (1899–1972) was a notable Bulgarian painter whose artistic legacy enriched the nation's cultural h...
Georgi Bogdanov
1910–1974 (age 64)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Georgi Bogdanov was a painter who captured Bulgaria's spirit with thoughtful brushwork.
Georgi Veselinov
1909–1978 (age 69)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Georgi Veselinov (1909–1978) was a respected Bulgarian university teacher whose career advanced education and intellec...
Georgi Dimitrov
1904–1979 (age 75)
Central Sofia Cemetery
The Bulgarian composer Georgi Dimitrov (1904-1979) enriched national music with lyrical works and committed mentorship.
Dimitŭr Gi͡udzhenov
1891–1979 (age 88)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Dimitŭr Gi͡udzhenov (1891–1979) was a accomplished Bulgarian painter whose artistic contributions enriched the natio...
Georgi Bradistilov
1904–1977 (age 73)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Georgi Bradistilov (1904-1977) advanced Bulgarian mathematics through prolific research and teaching.
Boris Stefanov
1894–1979 (age 85)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Boris Stefanov (1894–1979) was a prominent Bulgarian botanist whose scientific work advanced botanical knowledge and r...
Kiril Yovovich
1905–1976 (age 71)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Kiril Yovovich (1905-1976) guided Bulgarian footballers with steady discipline and tactical insight.
Dimiter Angelov
1904–1977 (age 73)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Dimiter Angelov (1904–1977) was a respected Bulgarian writer whose literary works enriched the nation's cultural herit...
Mara Maleeva-Zhivkova
1911–1971 (age 60)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Physician Mara Maleeva-Zhivkova (1911-1971) blended medical skill with public service to safeguard Bulgarian families.
Anastas Dudulov
1892–1971 (age 79)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Anastas Dudulov (1892–1971) was an accomplished Bulgarian sculptor whose artistic legacy enriched the nation's cultura...
Assen Jablenski
1898–1972 (age 74)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Conductor Assen Jablenski (1898-1972) upheld Bulgaria’s orchestral tradition with inspired leadership.
Bistra Vinarova
1890–1977 (age 87)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Blagoy Boyadzhiev
1891–1970 (age 79)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Blagoy Boyadzhiev (1891-1970) is remembered as a steadfast contributor to Bulgaria’s civic life.
Milko Bichev
1897–1972 (age 75)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Mikhail Kovachev
1905–1972 (age 67)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Historian Mikhail Kovachev (1905-1972) preserved Bulgarian memory through rigorous scholarship and mentorship.
Nenko Balkanski
1907–1977 (age 70)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Nikola Belopitov
1901–1972 (age 71)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Engineer Nikola Belopitov (1901-1972) helped modernize Bulgarian industry and mentor younger engineers.
Nikola Velev
1897–1976 (age 79)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Nikola Nedev
1886–1970 (age 84)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Military officer Nikola Nedev (1886-1970) served Bulgaria with disciplined leadership and a steady hand.
Petko Karlukovski
1921–1974 (age 53)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Sasha Popov
1899–1976 (age 77)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Conductor Sasha Popov (1899-1976) championed Bulgaria’s musical traditions with thoughtful leadership.
Andrey, Metropolitan of New York
1886–1972 (age 86)
St. John of Rila Church
Petko Staynov
1896–1977 (age 81)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Petko Staynov is remembered as a guiding force in Bulgarian symphonic and choral composition.
Aleksandar Obbov
1887–1975 (age 88)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Nikola Kotkov
1938–1971 (age 33)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Nikola Kotkov remains revered for his prolific goal scoring and generous sportsmanship.
Christo Brambarov
1907–1974 (age 67)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Dimitar Ivanov Popov
1894–1975 (age 81)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Dimitar Ivanov Popov is remembered for laying the foundations of modern Bulgarian chemical science.
Lazar Dobricz
1881–1970 (age 89)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Ivan Marinov
1896–1979 (age 83)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Ivan Marinov is remembered as a steadfast military leader and mentor to younger officers.
Lyudmil Stoyanov
1886–1973 (age 87)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Angel Karaliychev
1902–1972 (age 70)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Angel Karaliychev is remembered for warm storytelling that introduced generations of children to Bulgarian folklore.
Orlin Vasilev
1904–1977 (age 73)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Orlin Vasilev was a prominent Bulgarian writer and cultural figure of the 20th century.
Mikhail Arnaudov
1878–1978 (age 100)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Mikhail Arnaudov is remembered for his lifelong effort to safeguard Bulgaria's folkloric heritage.
Nicola Bonev
1898–1979 (age 81)
Central Sofia Cemetery
Nicola Bonev was a pioneering Bulgarian astronomer whose work advanced scientific understanding in his nation.