Deaths in the 1980s

Ödön Palasovszky

1899–1980 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian actor known for his contributions to theater and cinema.

Gabriella Lakatos

1927–1989 (age 62)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Respected actor remembered for her expressive and heartfelt performances.

József Tunyogi

1907–1980 (age 73)

Iváncsa

József Tunyogi was a Hungarian person born in Budapest in 1907 who lived until 1980 and was buried in Iváncsa.

László Mönich

1926–1987 (age 61)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Film director whose thoughtful storytelling touched many hearts.

Lajos Nagy

1911–1986 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian bibliographer and scholar of Hungarian literature.

Zoltán Nagy

1916–1987 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Illustrator whose images left an enduring impression on Hungarian culture.

László Nagypál

1915–1981 (age 66)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian opera singer and distinguished vocalist.

Lili Neményi

1902–1988 (age 86)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Actor beloved for heartfelt and versatile roles.

Erzsi Orsolya

1901–1984 (age 83)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian actor known for work in theater and film.

Erzsi Palotai

1907–1988 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Actor whose authentic portrayals moved many.

Gyula Pap

1899–1983 (age 84)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian photographer and visual documentarian of twentieth-century Hungarian life.

Judit Pinczési

1947–1982 (age 35)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer whose works reflected the soul of her era.

Károly Plesnivy

1930–1984 (age 54)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Hungarian painter and contributor to twentieth-century Hungarian visual arts.

Kálmán Pongrácz

1898–1980 (age 82)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mayor remembered for his devoted and principled leadership.

Jenő Putnoky

1928–1982 (age 54)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Jenő Putnoky was a Hungarian psychologist who contributed to the field during the mid-twentieth century.

Pál Pándi

1926–1987 (age 61)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Pál Pándi was a respected journalist whose steady reporting reflected the soul of his nation.

Amerigo Tot

1909–1984 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Amerigo Tot was a Hungarian actor who contributed to theater and film during the twentieth century.

Zoltán Káldy

1919–1987 (age 68)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Zoltán Káldy was a politician devoted to public service during a complex era.

Zoltán Zsebők

1908–1984 (age 76)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Zoltán Zsebők was a Hungarian physician whose career spanned much of the twentieth century.

Ferenc Donáth

1913–1986 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ferenc Donáth was a politician committed to improving social conditions.

Tamás Deák

1928–1986 (age 58)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tamás Deák was a Hungarian poet who contributed to twentieth-century Hungarian literature.

Ilona Elek

1907–1988 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ilona Elek was a renowned fencer whose achievements inspired countless athletes.

György Végh

1919–1982 (age 63)

Farkasréti Cemetery

György Végh was a Hungarian writer whose work contributed to twentieth-century Hungarian literature.

Gábor Garai

1929–1987 (age 58)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gábor Garai was a writer whose thoughtful prose captured the nuances of daily life.

Árpád Gerecs

1903–1982 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Árpád Gerecs was a Hungarian chemist who contributed to twentieth-century chemical science.

Tamás Rényi

1929–1980 (age 51)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tamás Rényi was a screenwriter whose narratives enriched Hungarian cinema.

Árpád Kézdi

1919–1983 (age 64)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Árpád Kézdi was a Hungarian civil engineer whose work contributed to Hungary's infrastructure development.

Tibor Vilt

1905–1983 (age 78)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tibor Vilt was a sculptor whose work blended modern form with deep humanity.

György Száraz

1930–1987 (age 57)

Farkasréti Cemetery

György Száraz was a Hungarian writer whose work contributed to twentieth-century Hungarian literature.

Lívia Warga

1913–1988 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Lívia Warga was an opera singer admired for her expressive and disciplined performances.

Károly Rezső Soó

1903–1980 (age 77)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Károly Rezső Soó was a Hungarian botanist whose research advanced the study of Hungarian flora.

Sándor Bíró

1911–1988 (age 77)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sándor Bíró was a football coach who guided players with steady leadership.

János Szabó

1897–1986 (age 89)

Fiume Road Graveyard

János Szabó was a Hungarian politician whose career spanned much of the twentieth century.

József Tisza

1914–1980 (age 66)

Fiume Road Graveyard

József Tisza was a politician committed to thoughtful public service.

Károly Vas

1919–1981 (age 62)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Károly Vas was a Hungarian microbiologist who devoted his career to advancing microbial research.

István Simonovits

1907–1985 (age 78)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Physician István Simonovits dedicated decades to caring for Budapest families.

Sándor Pethes

1899–1981 (age 82)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sándor Pethes was a celebrated Hungarian actor known for his contributions to theater and film.

László Ungváry

1911–1982 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Actor László Ungváry graced Hungarian stages with warmth and nuance.

Lajos Huszár

1906–1987 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Lajos Huszár was a Hungarian numismatist whose scholarly work enriched the study of coins and medals.

Éva Földes

1914–1981 (age 67)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer Éva Földes rendered resilience and hope through her enduring prose.

János Ferencsik

1907–1984 (age 77)

Farkasréti Cemetery

János Ferencsik was an acclaimed Hungarian conductor whose leadership defined orchestral music in his nation.

Zsófia Dénes

1885–1987 (age 102)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer Zsófia Dénes advocated for women and expressed truth with clarity.

Sándor Dömötör

1908–1986 (age 78)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sándor Dömötör was a Hungarian museologist whose work advanced the preservation and presentation of cultural heritag...

Ákos Ecsődi

1902–1983 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Teacher Ákos Ecsődi nurtured curiosity and integrity in countless students.

István Egri

1905–1980 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Egri was a Hungarian actor whose performances enriched the country's theatrical and cinematic traditions.

János Elbert

1932–1983 (age 51)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Translator János Elbert bridged languages to bring distant stories closer.

Margit Elek

1910–1986 (age 76)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Margit Elek was a distinguished Hungarian fencer whose athletic prowess represented her nation with honor.

Sándor Erdei

1915–1984 (age 69)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Writer Sándor Erdei examined history and humanity with careful insight.

Róbert Falus

1925–1983 (age 58)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Róbert Falus was a Hungarian university teacher whose dedication to education influenced many students.

Zoltán Farkasdy

1923–1989 (age 66)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Architect Zoltán Farkasdy left a legacy of thoughtful, enduring design.