Deaths in the 1980s
21,000+ memorials
Aleksander Rängel
1891–1985 (age 94)
Tartu Uspenski cemetery
Aleksander Rängel was an Estonian who lived from 1891 to 1985, born in Hummuli Rural Municipality and buried at Tartu U...
Olav Männi
1925–1980 (age 55)
Metsakalmistu
Olav Männi was an Estonian born in Tallinn in 1925 who died in 1980 and was buried at Metsakalmistu cemetery.
Linda Rosin
1904–1981 (age 77)
Metsakalmistu
Linda Rosin was an Estonian born in Lesnoi, Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1904 who died in 1981 and was buried at Metsakal...
Karl Mihkla
1901–1980 (age 79)
Metsakalmistu
Karl Mihkla was an Estonian born in Rääma Rural Municipality in 1901 who died in 1980 and was buried at Metsakalmistu ...
Anatoli Mitt
1909–1980 (age 71)
Tartu Uspenski cemetery
Anatoli Mitt was an Estonian born in Saint Petersburg in 1909 who died in 1980 and was buried at Tartu Uspenski cemetery...
Uno Nai͏ssoo
1928–1980 (age 52)
Metsakalmistu
Uno Nai͏ssoo was a composer whose melodies nurtured Estonia's musical heritage.
Eduard Tubin
1905–1982 (age 77)
Metsakalmistu
Eduard Tubin was an acclaimed Estonian composer whose works significantly contributed to classical music.
Friedrich Karm
1907–1980 (age 73)
Metsakalmistu
Friedrich Karm was an association football player known for his dedication and sportsmanship.
Artur Rinne
1910–1984 (age 74)
Metsakalmistu
Artur Rinne was an Estonian military officer who served his nation with dedication.
August Neo
1908–1982 (age 74)
Metsakalmistu
August Neo was an amateur wrestler admired for his resilience and leadership.
Elmar Saar
1908–1981 (age 73)
Metsakalmistu
Elmar Saar was an Estonian coach who made significant contributions to athletic development.
Kersti Merilaas
1913–1986 (age 73)
Vana-Pärnu cemetery
Kersti Merilaas was a writer whose insightful works enriched Estonian literature.
Herman Mürk
1908–1988 (age 80)
Ancien cimetière de Saint-Pierre
Herman Mürk was an Estonian physicist whose research contributed to scientific advancement.
Ülo Torpats
1920–1988 (age 68)
Ancien cimetière de Saint-Pierre
Ülo Torpats was a translator who opened doors between cultures through his careful work.
Raivo Vare
1910–1982 (age 72)
Ancien cimetière de Saint-Pierre
Raivo Vare was an Estonian painter whose artistic works contributed to the nation's cultural heritage.
Jüri Reimann
1940–1987 (age 47)
Vana-Pärnu cemetery
Jüri Reimann was a rower whose discipline and teamwork inspired his peers.
Erich Seiler
1922–1986 (age 64)
Vana-Pärnu cemetery
Erich Seiler was a coach who dedicated his career to athletic training and sports development.
Liidia Tanimäe
1912–1982 (age 70)
Old St. John's cemetery
Liidia Tanimäe was a teacher celebrated for her dedication and compassion.
Hengo Kings
1935–1980 (age 45)
Old St. John's cemetery
Hengo Kings was an Estonian legal scholar whose work contributed to the advancement of legal knowledge.
Arnold Sau
1928–1983 (age 55)
Old St. John's cemetery
Arnold Sau devoted himself to the scientific advancement of agriculture.
Juhani Väljataga
1932–1982 (age 50)
Metsakalmistu
Juhani Väljataga was an Estonian economist whose scholarly work advanced economic knowledge.
Toivo Velgre
1940–1983 (age 43)
Metsakalmistu
Toivo Velgre served as a physician whose compassion touched many.
Leonhard Mardna
1901–1982 (age 81)
Metsakalmistu
Feliks Randel
1924–1988 (age 64)
Metsakalmistu
Feliks Randel dedicated decades to guiding students.
Alfred Valdov
1908–1987 (age 79)
Metsakalmistu
Raul Nell
1933–1987 (age 54)
Metsakalmistu
Raul Nell inspired fans with his presence on the football pitch.
Luulik Kokamägi
1921–1986 (age 65)
Metsakalmistu
Maimu Tiismus
1928–1986 (age 58)
Metsakalmistu
Maimu Tiismus is remembered through archival record and quiet remembrance at Metsakalmistu.
Udo Kallas
1913–1983 (age 70)
Metsakalmistu
Aleksander Peek
1915–1982 (age 67)
Metsakalmistu
Painter Aleksander Peek captured scenes with gentle reverence.
Agnes Lamp
1910–1981 (age 71)
Metsakalmistu
Ilmar Linnat
1914–1987 (age 73)
Metsakalmistu
Ilmar Linnat crafted art that reflected his time.
Väino Tamm
1930–1986 (age 56)
Metsakalmistu
Artur Nugis
1915–1987 (age 72)
Metsakalmistu
Artur Nugis shaped curious minds through patient teaching.
Paul Uusman
1910–1988 (age 78)
Metsakalmistu
Karl Helemäe
1930–1986 (age 56)
Metsakalmistu
Karl Helemäe brought narratives to life on stage and screen.
Harald Haug
1917–1980 (age 63)
Metsakalmistu
Harutjun Therzjan
1934–1989 (age 55)
Metsakalmistu
Harutjun Therzjan fought with courage inside and outside the ring.
Nikolai Dilaktorski
1902–1983 (age 81)
Metsakalmistu
Enn Lehepuu
1917–1981 (age 64)
Metsakalmistu
Enn Lehepuu was a statesperson known for his steadfast leadership and dedication to the Estonian people.
Juuli Mäoma
1907–1985 (age 78)
Metsakalmistu
Betti Alver
1906–1989 (age 83)
Raadi cemetery
Betti Alver was a beloved writer whose poetry became a cornerstone of Estonian literature.
Uku Masing
1909–1985 (age 76)
Raadi cemetery
Uku Masing was an influential Estonian writer who lived from 1909 to 1985.
Eerik Kumari
1912–1984 (age 72)
Raadi cemetery
Eerik Kumari was respected for blending military dedication with passionate conservation of Estonia’s natural heritage...
Kaarel Ird
1909–1986 (age 77)
Raadi cemetery
Kaarel Ird was an Estonian actor who lived from 1909 to 1986.
Ants Rulli
1908–1986 (age 78)
Raadi cemetery
Ants Rulli was a physician known for his compassionate care and steady presence in the community.
Terenty Zubov
1902–1985 (age 83)
Defence Forces Cemetery of Tallinn
Terenty Zubov was a member of Estonia's Defence Forces who lived from 1902 to 1985.
Boris Rytov
1937–1987 (age 50)
Metsakalmistu
Boris Rytov was a celebrated chess player whose strategic skill inspired many in Estonia and beyond.
Hendrik Krumm
1934–1989 (age 55)
Metsakalmistu
Hendrik Krumm was an Estonian opera singer who lived from 1934 to 1989.
Nigol Andresen
1899–1985 (age 86)
Metsakalmistu
Nigol Andresen was a writer whose insightful works contributed to Estonia's literary heritage.