Deaths in the 2000s

Georgi Kitov

1943–2008 (age 65)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ivan Tatarchev

1930–2008 (age 78)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Lazar Nikolov

1922–2005 (age 83)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Georgi Pachedzhiev

1916–2005 (age 89)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Yordan Radichkov

1929–2004 (age 75)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Nikolaï Kantchev

1936–2007 (age 71)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Nikolai Kantchev was a poet whose lyrical honesty invited readers into thoughtful, emotional landscapes.

Nikolay Haytov

1919–2002 (age 83)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Mariana Dimitrova

1954–2005 (age 51)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Petar Dertliev

1916–2000 (age 84)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Bogomil Raynov

1919–2007 (age 88)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stefan Savov

1924–2000 (age 76)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ghena Dimitrova

1941–2005 (age 64)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Alexander Fol

1933–2006 (age 73)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stanislav Stratiev

1941–2000 (age 59)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Blaga Dimitrova

1922–2003 (age 81)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Peter Slabakov

1923–2009 (age 86)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Todor Dinov

1919–2004 (age 85)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Zako Heskiya

1922–2006 (age 84)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stoycho Vassilev Breskovski

1934–2004 (age 70)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Lyuben Berov

1925–2006 (age 81)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Viktor Paskov

1949–2009 (age 60)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Emil Dimitrov

1940–2005 (age 65)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Grisha Ostrovski

1918–2007 (age 89)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Christo Fotew

1934–2002 (age 68)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Mariana Paunova

1951–2002 (age 51)

Kapinovo

Bozhidar Abrashev

1936–2006 (age 70)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Bozhidar Abrashev was a composer and educator who enriched Bulgarian music through his thoughtful works and mentorship.

Boris Dimovski

1925–2007 (age 82)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Borislav Sharaliev

1922–2002 (age 80)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Borislav Sharaliev was a dedicated public servant whose steady leadership influenced Bulgaria’s political life.

Valentin Plamenov

1951–2003 (age 52)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Vanya Petkova

1944–2009 (age 65)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Veselin Dimitrov

1938–2009 (age 71)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Vulkana Stoyanova

1922–2009 (age 87)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Vulkana Stoyanova was a cherished singer who united tradition and artistry through her expressive performances.

Genko Genkov

1923–2006 (age 83)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Gencho Stoev

1925–2002 (age 77)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Gencho Stoev was a writer whose insightful works captured the nuances of Bulgarian society.

Georgi G. Georgiev

1939–2008 (age 69)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ginka Bilyarska

1946–2007 (age 61)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ginka Bilyarska was a writer who chronicled personal and collective journeys with quiet dignity.

Dimitar Avramov

1929–2008 (age 79)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Dimitar Mihailov

1933–2009 (age 76)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Dimitar Mihailov was a politician who approached public service with integrity and dedication.

Belcho Belchev

1932–2008 (age 76)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Rayna Mihaylova

1915–2008 (age 93)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Rayna Mihaylova was an opera singer whose rich voice and artistry enlivened every role she embraced.

Rachko Yabandzhiev

1920–2004 (age 84)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ruslan Raichev

1919–2006 (age 87)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Ruslan Raichev was a conductor who inspired orchestras with sensitivity and a commitment to musical excellence.

Sotir Maynolovski

1930–2007 (age 77)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stefan Prodev

1927–2001 (age 74)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stefan Prodev was a writer whose thoughtful storytelling highlighted the enduring bonds of shared experience.

Stefan Savov

1924–2004 (age 80)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stoycho Mazgalov

1930–2006 (age 76)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Stoycho Mazgalov was an actor whose authentic performances enriched Bulgaria’s dramatic arts.

Todor Georgiev

1938–2004 (age 66)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Todor T︠S︡onev

1934–2004 (age 70)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Todor T︠S︡onev was a painter who captured the spirit of Bulgarian life with clarity and devotion.

Toncho Zhechev

1929–2000 (age 71)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Hristo Kalchev

1944–2006 (age 62)

Central Sofia Cemetery

Hristo Kalchev was a writer who used narrative to reflect Bulgaria’s evolving story.