Deaths in the 1980s

Eduardas Balsys

1919–1984 (age 65)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Eduardas Balsys composed with a graceful lyricism that honored Lithuanian tradition while embracing new expressive paths...

Benjaminas Gorbulskis

1925–1986 (age 61)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Domicėlė Tarabildienė

1912–1985 (age 73)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Domicėlė Tarabildienė’s photographic gaze preserved the soul of Lithuania for generations to study and admire.

Jonas Kuzminskis

1906–1985 (age 79)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Juozas Karosas

1890–1981 (age 91)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Juozas Karosas nurtured the musical life of his homeland with compositions steeped in reverent melody.

Potencija Pinkauskaitė

1897–1984 (age 87)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Viktoras Miliūnas

1916–1986 (age 70)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Viktoras Miliūnas served as a bridge between languages, offering Lithuanian readers fresh horizons through his translat...

Antanas Miškinis

1905–1983 (age 78)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Vladas Kviklys

1908–1985 (age 77)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Vladas Kviklys met each responsibility with steady resolve and a deep sense of service.

Petras Griškevičius

1924–1987 (age 63)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Vladas Niunka

1907–1983 (age 76)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Vladas Niunka approached politics with a steady hand and a heart for the common good.

Motiejus Šumauskas

1905–1982 (age 77)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Mečislovas Gedvilas

1901–1981 (age 80)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Mečislovas Gedvilas dedicated his life to public service and the steady development of Lithuania’s civic life.

Juozas Maniušis

1910–1987 (age 77)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Justas Paleckis

1899–1980 (age 81)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Justas Paleckis wrote with warmth and conviction, believing in poetry’s ability to connect hearts.

Kostas Korsakas

1909–1986 (age 77)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Piotra Sierhijevič

1900–1984 (age 84)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Piotra Sierhijevič’s paintings opened windows onto a luminous world shaped by his compassionate eye.

Mikhail Volkov

1921–1987 (age 66)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Juozas Lingys

1919–1984 (age 65)

Antakalnis Cemetery

Juozas Lingys embraced the stage with a luminous presence that awakened the soul of dance.

Virgilijus Jaugelis

1948–1980 (age 32)

Kybartai

Stasys Raštikis

1896–1985 (age 89)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A steady-minded leader, he devoted his life to guiding Lithuania with wisdom and purpose.

Stasys Lozoraitis

1898–1983 (age 85)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Raimundas Samulevičius

1937–1981 (age 44)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A compassionate writer, he crafted stories that linked hearts and preserved shared memories.

Petras Tarulis

1896–1980 (age 84)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Paulius Galaunė

1890–1988 (age 98)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A devoted curator, he safeguarded Lithuania’s artistic heritage for generations to come.

Pranas Čepėnas

1899–1980 (age 81)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Agnietė Ambraziejūtė-Steponaitienė

1891–1980 (age 89)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A compassionate physician, she brought comfort and strength to all who sought her care.

Antanas Gabrėnas

1922–1984 (age 62)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Jonas Grinius

1902–1980 (age 78)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

An insightful art historian, he nurtured a deeper appreciation for Lithuania’s cultural heritage.

Pavel Karuza

1900–1988 (age 88)

Euphrosyne Cemetery in Vilnius

Ivan Antyufeev

1897–1980 (age 83)

Panevėžys

A disciplined military officer, he upheld courage and integrity in every duty.

Viktoras Palys

1907–1987 (age 80)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Zigmas Januškevičius

1911–1984 (age 73)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A dedicated scientist, he pursued knowledge with patience and collaboration.

Stasys Gedvilas

1921–1987 (age 66)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Juozas Indriūnas

1896–1989 (age 93)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A devoted academic, he inspired generations to pursue knowledge with integrity.

Leonardas Kazokas

1905–1981 (age 76)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Leonas Kaulakis

1903–1987 (age 84)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A steadfast presence, he championed kindness and integrity in service to others.

Petras Jašinskas

1914–1986 (age 72)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Stasė Samulevičienė

1906–1988 (age 82)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

A compassionate soul, she built community through kindness and gentle care.

Vaclovas Miknevičius

1910–1989 (age 79)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Juozas Grušas

1901–1986 (age 85)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Renowned Lithuanian writer whose works resonated deeply with national and ethical themes.

Feliksas Bielinskis

1904–1986 (age 82)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Jonas Bulavas

1903–1984 (age 81)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Dedicated agronomist who promoted resilient farming and rural wellbeing.

Jonas Prapuolenis

1900–1980 (age 80)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Juozas Laucius

1893–1985 (age 92)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Esteemed actor whose performances illuminated Lithuanian theater.

Klemensas Griauzdė

1905–1983 (age 78)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Liudas Truikys

1904–1987 (age 83)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Painter celebrated for luminous depictions of Lithuanian life and landscape.

Robertas Antinis

1898–1981 (age 83)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Vaclovas Šiugždinis

1911–1988 (age 77)

Petrašiūnai Cemetery

Translator whose linguistic work deepened cultural exchange.

Halina Kairiūkštytė-Jacinienė

1896–1984 (age 88)

Bernardine Cemetery