Deaths in the 1980s

Henn Jaaniste

1915–1985 (age 70)

Metsakalmistu

Eduard Ralja

1924–1987 (age 63)

Metsakalmistu

Eduard Ralja was a veteran stage actor whose presence enriched Estonian theater.

Randar Alango

1914–1980 (age 66)

Metsakalmistu

Konstantin Ivanov

1918–1981 (age 63)

Metsakalmistu

Konstantin Ivanov inspired many through his dedication to athletics.

Pavel Mäeots

1921–1987 (age 66)

Metsakalmistu

Tiit Kukk

1959–1989 (age 30)

Metsakalmistu

Tiit Kukk advanced Finno-Ugric studies with careful scholarship.

Georg Roovik

1907–1981 (age 74)

Kõrgessaare cemetery

Rein Sonntak

1944–1983 (age 39)

Metsakalmistu

Rein Sonntak was a steadfast rower and advocate for maritime sport.

Heinrich Meri

1887–1980 (age 93)

Metsakalmistu

Aleksander Tois

1897–1982 (age 85)

Sindi new cemetery

Aleksander Tois guided his community through steadfast political service.

Uno Loit

1925–1984 (age 59)

Uulu cemetery

Asta Eero

1926–1989 (age 63)

Lüganuse cemetery

Asta Eero inspired generations as a devoted teacher.

Toomas Takjas

1900–1987 (age 87)

Rakvere cemetery

Helene Mölder

1911–1989 (age 78)

Rakvere cemetery

Helene Mölder brought soulful brushstrokes to Estonian painting.

Arved Palgi

1903–1984 (age 81)

Rakvere cemetery

Egor Madiberg

1910–1983 (age 73)

Rakvere cemetery

Egor Madiberg left a legacy of evocative landscapes and committed artistry.

Felix Raudkepp

1901–1986 (age 85)

Narva-Jõesuu cemetery

Pētõr Damberg

1909–1987 (age 78)

Baltezers

Valdis Kalniņš

1932–1984 (age 52)

Daugavpils

Valdis Kalniņš was an architect whose work harmonized tradition with modern aspiration in Latvian design.

Aleksey Stepanovitsj Kljusjkin

1916–1985 (age 69)

Riga

Aleksey Stepanovitsj Kljusjkin (1916–1985) was a Riga resident whose life reflected the complex history of the Baltic ...

Grigoriy Nikanorovitsj Koecharev

1918–1984 (age 66)

Riga

Grigoriy Nikanorovitsj Koecharev was a military serviceman remembered for his courage and unshakable duty.

Романов, Семён Терентьевич

1920–1981 (age 61)

Riga

Семён Терентьевич Романов (1920–1981) was a Riga resident who lived through the twentieth centu...

Klāvs Elsbergs

1959–1987 (age 28)

Rainis Cemetery

Klāvs Elsbergs was a poet whose lyrical voice continues to resonate with honesty and sensitivity.

Jūlijs Vanags

1903–1986 (age 83)

Rainis Cemetery

Jūlijs Vanags (1903–1986) was a prominent Latvian screenwriter whose creative vision contributed meaningfully to Balt...

Žanis Grīva

1910–1982 (age 72)

Rainis Cemetery

Žanis Grīva was a Latvian writer whose stories explored identity and resilience with enduring clarity.

Arvīds Grigulis

1906–1989 (age 83)

Rainis Cemetery

Arvīds Grigulis (1906–1989) was a notable Latvian writer whose literary works contributed to the nation's cultural he...

Artūrs Dimiters

1915–1986 (age 71)

Rainis Cemetery

Artūrs Dimiters was an actor celebrated for his nuanced and inspiring performances.

Jānis Žīgurs

1915–1988 (age 73)

Rainis Cemetery

Jānis Žīgurs (1915–1988) was a prominent Latvian writer whose literary legacy continues to be celebrated.

Jānis Kalnbērziņš

1893–1986 (age 93)

Rainis Cemetery

Jānis Kalnbērziņš was a Latvian politician noted for his steadfast dedication to public service.

Eduards Kalniņš

1904–1988 (age 84)

Rainis Cemetery

Eduards Kalniņš (1904–1988) was an accomplished Latvian artist whose creative work enriched the nation's cultural la...

Voldemārs Pūce

1906–1981 (age 75)

Rainis Cemetery

Voldemārs Pūce was a screenwriter whose imaginative works enriched Latvian film and theater.

Arturs Sproģis

1904–1980 (age 76)

Rainis Cemetery

Arturs Sproģis (1904–1980) was a Latvian military officer whose service reflected his dedication to his nation.

Кострицкий, Сергей Петрович

1910–1982 (age 72)

Rainis Cemetery

Grigory Grigoryevich Zaitsev (1910-1982) was a Russian figure from Oryol who was buried at Serafimovskoe Cemetery.

Sigurds Ziemelis

1927–1981 (age 54)

Rainis Cemetery

Sigurds Ziemelis (1927–1981) was a Latvian scientist whose research contributed to the advancement of knowledge.

Vilis Janums

1894–1981 (age 87)

Brothers' Cemetery

Vilis Janums served as a military officer and is commemorated at Brothers' Cemetery.

Juris Ziemelis

1941–1988 (age 47)

Forest Cemetery

Juris Ziemelis (1941–1988) was a Latvian whose life reflected the experiences of his generation.

Lūcija Kaiva

1916–1985 (age 69)

Forest Cemetery

Lūcija Kaiva's legacy as a chess player is honored at Forest Cemetery.

Valdis Zvirbulis

1936–1985 (age 49)

Forest Cemetery

Valdis Zvirbulis (1936–1985) was a Latvian coach whose dedication to athletic development left a lasting impact.

Antons Lurins

1911–1983 (age 72)

Forest Cemetery

Antons Lurins served in political life and is commemorated at Forest Cemetery.

Osvalds Bērziņš

1924–1989 (age 65)

Forest Cemetery

Teodors Lakšēvics

1911–1989 (age 78)

Forest Cemetery

Painter Teodors Lakšēvics is remembered for his art at Forest Cemetery.

Viktors Timofejevs

1927–1986 (age 59)

Forest Cemetery

Lilija Ērika

1893–1981 (age 88)

Forest Cemetery

Stage actor Lilija Ērika's memory is honored at Forest Cemetery.

Marija Galeniece

1890–1984 (age 94)

Forest Cemetery

Jānis Mūrnieks

1947–1984 (age 37)

Forest Cemetery

Cinematographer Jānis Mūrnieks is remembered at Forest Cemetery.

Osvalds Darbiņš

1905–1983 (age 78)

Forest Cemetery

Эвалдс Вилкс

1928–1985 (age 57)

Forest Cemetery

Mikhail Iosifovich Yaroslavsky (1928-1985) was a Moscow-born Russian who was buried at Kuntsevo Cemetery.

Дагния Амтмане

1912–1985 (age 73)

Forest Cemetery

Герке, Пётр Яковлевич

1904–1985 (age 81)

Miķeļa Cemetery

Vladimir Petrovich Chizhov was a Russian person from Lyublino who lived from 1904 to 1985 and was buried at Golovinskoye...

Valdis Klīvers

1915–1984 (age 69)

Rainis Cemetery