Deaths in the 2000s

Jack Witikka

1916–2002 (age 86)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Vivica Bandler

1917–2004 (age 87)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Tuomas Anhava

1927–2001 (age 74)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Anita Snellman

1924–2006 (age 82)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Anita Snellman was a painter of luminous works who inspired others with her passionate creativity and teaching.

Antti Nurmesniemi

1927–2003 (age 76)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Armand Lohikoski

1912–2005 (age 93)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Kalle Österlund

1921–2007 (age 86)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Kalle Österlund was a dedicated Finnish physician whose career was marked by professional excellence and service to his...

Leila Itkonen

1926–2009 (age 83)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Leila Itkonen was an actor admired for her sincere performances and lasting contributions to Finnish theatre.

Leo Lehdistö

1947–2005 (age 58)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Leo Lehdistö was a skilled Finnish journalist whose work contributed to public discourse and understanding of contempor...

Jan-Magnus Jansson

1922–2003 (age 81)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Sinikka Arteva

1945–2007 (age 62)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Sinikka Arteva was a notable Finnish writer whose literary works contributed meaningfully to her nation's cultural herit...

Tapio Kaitaharju

1923–2004 (age 81)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Tapio Kaitaharju was a writer whose thoughtful prose explored the depths of Finnish society and identity.

Paavo Liski

1939–2005 (age 66)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Paavo Liski was an accomplished Finnish actor whose performances enriched the nation's theatrical and film traditions.

Ragni Malmstén

1933–2002 (age 69)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Ragni Malmstén was a composer celebrated for her elegant melodies and enduring influence on Finnish music.

Lilli Markkanen

1920–2003 (age 83)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Lilli Markkanen was a talented Finnish actor whose career contributed significantly to the nation's theatrical and cinem...

Marjatta Pokela

1925–2002 (age 77)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Marjatta Pokela was a composer and teacher who championed Finnish folk music and inspired countless artists.

Olli-Matti Ronimus

1929–2005 (age 76)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Olli-Matti Ronimus was an esteemed Finnish poet whose literary works enriched his nation's poetic heritage.

Veikko Uusimäki

1921–2008 (age 87)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Juha Virkkunen

1941–2008 (age 67)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Juha Virkkunen was a skilled Finnish journalist whose work contributed to public discourse and the nation's media landsc...

Jorma Weneskoski

1929–2006 (age 77)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Jorma Weneskoski was a musician whose artistry and generous spirit elevated Finland’s musical community.

Herbert Tillander

1909–2006 (age 97)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Herbert Tillander was a prominent Finnish businessperson whose enterprises contributed significantly to the nation's eco...

Marjo Kuusla

1937–2007 (age 70)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Marjo Kuusla was an actor remembered for her heartfelt performances and lasting presence in Finnish theatre.

Tauno Sarantola

1930–2006 (age 76)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Tauno Sarantola was a Finnish priest who served his community with spiritual dedication.

Annikki Toikka-Karvonen

1915–2009 (age 94)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Annikki Toikka-Karvonen was a historian dedicated to illuminating Finland’s complex cultural and historical narratives...

Ingmar Hellén

1927–2008 (age 81)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Ingmar Hellén was a Finnish individual who lived through much of the 20th century.

Antti Salmén

1946–2009 (age 63)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Antti Salmén's resonant voice and mentorship enriched Finland's opera scene for decades.

Juice Leskinen

1950–2006 (age 56)

Kalevankangas cemetery

Kikka

1964–2005 (age 41)

Kalevankangas cemetery

Mauri Kuosmanen

1945–2008 (age 63)

Kalevankangas cemetery

Mauri Kuosmanen was a Finnish actor known for his compelling performances in cinema and theater.

Antti Ilveskoski

1944–2008 (age 64)

Kalevankangas cemetery

Antti Ilveskoski's careful architectural vision helped shape welcoming spaces across Finland.

Esko Lehmus

1919–2000 (age 81)

Kalevankangas cemetery

Esko Lehmus was a Finnish editor whose work significantly influenced Finnish publishing and journalism.

Kirka

1950–2007 (age 57)

Helsinki Orthodox cemetery

Harald Andersén

1919–2001 (age 82)

Kulosaari cemetery

Harald Andersén was a Finnish composer whose innovative works enriched Finnish classical music.

Mia Permanto

1988–2008 (age 20)

Honkanummi cemetery

Jarkko Laine

1947–2006 (age 59)

Turku Cemetery

Jarkko Laine (1947-2006) was a Finnish individual from Turku who was buried in Turku Cemetery.

Bror Wahlroos

1928–2007 (age 79)

Turku Cemetery

Bror Wahlroos (1928-2007) was a Finnish resident of Turku who was buried in Turku Cemetery.

Robert de Caluwé

1913–2005 (age 92)

Turku Cemetery

Robert de Caluwé (1913-2005) was a person born in Sas van Gent who spent their final years in Sweden, where they were b...

Rolf Johan Grönblom

1935–2001 (age 66)

Kulosaari cemetery

Rolf Johan Grönblom's quiet devotion to family and community left an enduring impression in Kulosaari.

Gösta Sundqvist

1957–2003 (age 46)

Kellonummi Cemetery

Kai Heinonen

1933–2009 (age 76)

Kellonummi Cemetery

Kai Heinonen's lively caricatures brightened Finnish public discourse with both humor and heart.

Sylvi Salonen

1920–2003 (age 83)

Käppärä cemetery

Martti Miettunen

1907–2002 (age 95)

Simoniemi

Laila Kinnunen

1939–2000 (age 61)

Malmi cemetery

Aarne Saarinen

1913–2004 (age 91)

Malmi cemetery

Tony Arima

1961–2005 (age 44)

Maunula Cemetery

Tony Arima was a Finnish ice hockey player who contributed to the sport's development in Finland.

Armi Aavikko

1958–2002 (age 44)

Malmi cemetery

Olli Lounasmaa

1930–2002 (age 72)

Maunula Cemetery

Anneli Aarika-Szrok

1924–2004 (age 80)

Malmi cemetery

Tauno Söder

1927–2009 (age 82)

Maunula Cemetery

Berndt Lindfors

1932–2009 (age 77)

Malmi cemetery