Deaths in the 2000s

Rita Aigner

1932–2002 (age 70)

Inzersdorfer Friedhof

Friedrich Langer

1922–2002 (age 80)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Friedrich Langer is honored for prose that offered clarity and compassion to readers.

Sepp Jahn

1907–2003 (age 96)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Hertha Ladenbauer-Orel

1912–2009 (age 97)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Hertha Ladenbauer-Orel is remembered as a devoted archaeologist who illuminated Austria’s ancient heritage.

Walther Schaumann

1923–2004 (age 81)

Kötschach-Mauthen

Walther Schaumann was an Austrian military officer from Kötschach-Mauthen who served during the mid-twentieth century.

Karl Pisec

1925–2009 (age 84)

Matzleinsdorf Protestant Cemetery

Karl Pisec is honored for steady, principled leadership and dedication to public service.

Rita Smrčka

1913–2004 (age 91)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Dr. Rita Smrčka was a physician who practiced in Vienna and contributed significantly to the Austrian medical professio...

Othmar Augustin

1923–2009 (age 86)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Othmar Augustin is remembered for architectural visions that combined grace with practicality.

Hedwig Neubacher-Klaus

1924–2005 (age 81)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Hedwig Neubacher-Klaus was an Austrian writer whose literary works contributed to twentieth-century Vienna's cultural li...

Joachim Miesbauer

1971–2009 (age 38)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Joachim Miesbauer is honored for compassionate theological reflection and community care.

Robert Farkas

1928–2009 (age 81)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Robert Farkas was an Austrian who lived in Vienna during the twentieth century.

Erwin Plevan

1925–2005 (age 80)

Cemetery Perchtoldsdorf

Erwin Plevan is remembered for architectural work that balanced tradition with innovation.

Harald Schweiger

1927–2009 (age 82)

Jedleseer Friedhof

Harald Schweiger was an Austrian zoologist whose scientific research contributed to the advancement of natural history.

Helmuth Karl Misak

1932–2008 (age 76)

Jedleseer Friedhof

Television celebrity chef Helmuth Karl Misak delighted viewers with his heartfelt cooking and warm, inviting presence.

Peter Kolbert

1954–2000 (age 46)

Jedleseer Friedhof

Peter Kolbert was an Austrian drummer who contributed to Vienna's musical culture.

Leopoldine Schwarzinger

1913–2002 (age 89)

Jedleseer Friedhof

Architect Leopoldine Schwarzinger was noted for her elegant, thoughtful approach to design.

Olga Jelinek

1904–2000 (age 96)

Hütteldorfer Friedhof

Olga Jelinek was an Austrian who lived through nearly a century of European history.

Erik Weltsch

1914–2003 (age 89)

Jewish Cemetery in Hohenems

Entrepreneur Erik Weltsch was admired for his steady leadership and thoughtful approach to innovation.

Hedwig M. Deutsch

1921–2005 (age 84)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Hedwig M. Deutsch was an Austrian writer whose literary works contributed to twentieth-century Vienna's cultural heritag...

Johanna Lauda

1914–2007 (age 93)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Teacher Johanna Lauda inspired students through her patient guidance and heartfelt dedication.

Luzzi Baierl

1924–2004 (age 80)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Luzzi Baierl was an Austrian singer who contributed to Vienna's musical and cultural heritage.

Kurt Schmied

1926–2007 (age 81)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Alfred Ebenbauer

1945–2007 (age 62)

Stammersdorfer Zentralfriedhof

Franz Haiden

1926–2004 (age 78)

Stammersdorfer Zentralfriedhof

Architect Franz Haiden brought measured sensitivity and enduring craftsmanship to his work.

Wilhelm Gehrke

1915–2009 (age 94)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Wilhelm Gehrke was an Austrian architect whose designs contributed to Vienna's built environment and architectural herit...

Auguste Binder-Zisch

1914–2009 (age 95)

Pfarrfriedhof Nußdorf

Dialect writer Auguste Binder-Zisch celebrated local heritage through her lyrical storytelling.

Elisabeth Pikhard

1930–2002 (age 72)

Ottakringer Friedhof

Elisabeth Pikhard was an Austrian graphic artist whose creative vision shaped the visual landscape of her era.

Hugo Stossel

1905–2002 (age 97)

Neustifter Friedhof

Architect Hugo Stossel was known for his thoughtful designs and steady dedication to civic beauty.

Franz Knispel

1927–2009 (age 82)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Franz Knispel was an Austrian civil servant who devoted his career to public administration in Vienna.

Franz Kratochwil

1906–2004 (age 98)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Teacher Franz Kratochwil nurtured students with patience and a belief in their potential.

Friedrich Riha

1910–2002 (age 92)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Friedrich Riha was an Austrian professional who worked in middle management throughout his career.

Heinrich Lill

1918–2004 (age 86)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Physician Heinrich Lill provided compassionate care and steady reassurance to his patients.

Karl Hugel

1912–2000 (age 88)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Karl Hugel was an Austrian priest who dedicated his life to religious ministry and pastoral care.

Erwin Rennert

1926–2009 (age 83)

Vienna Central Cemetery

Writer Erwin Rennert shared thoughtful reflections that invited readers to consider life’s deeper meanings.

Carl Melles

1926–2004 (age 78)

Hietzing Cemetery

Franz Sterzl

1908–2000 (age 92)

Salzburger Kommunalfriedhof

Alexander Veigl

1928–2007 (age 79)

Romantikerfriedhof Maria Enzersdorf

Alexander Veigl was an Austrian folklorist whose scholarly contributions preserved and documented Austrian cultural trad...

Vroni Handlgruber-Rothmayer

1920–2003 (age 83)

Taborfriedhof

Vroni Handlgruber-Rothmayer was an esteemed writer who chronicled the rhythms of Viennese life and left behind a legacy ...

Hermann Kemmetmüller

1914–2001 (age 87)

Hietzing Cemetery

Hermann Kemmetmüller was an Austrian physician whose medical practice served the Vienna community.

Otto Edelmann

1917–2003 (age 86)

Cemetery Kalksburg

Otto Edelmann was a distinguished opera singer whose resonant performances left a lasting impression on audiences before...

Erna Wallisch

1922–2008 (age 86)

Sieveringer Friedhof

Elisabeth Kales

1951–2005 (age 54)

Sieveringer Friedhof

Elisabeth Kales was a gifted singer remembered for the emotional depth of her performances, who passed away in 2005.

Igo Hofstetter

1926–2002 (age 76)

St. Barbara-Friedhof, Linz-Lustenau

Marianne Kaindl

1915–2008 (age 93)

Simmeringer Friedhof

Marianne Kaindl was a beloved writer whose thoughtful stories resonated deeply with readers until her passing in 2008.

Franz Haas

1937–2008 (age 71)

Simmeringer Friedhof

Franz Haas was an Austrian politician whose career in public service shaped his community.

Wolfgang Schneiderhan

1915–2002 (age 87)

Neustifter Friedhof

Esther Réthy

1912–2004 (age 92)

Neustifter Friedhof

Hans Holt

1909–2001 (age 92)

Neustifter Friedhof

Otto Wiener

1911–2000 (age 89)

Neustifter Friedhof

Otto Wiener (February 13, 1911 – August 5, 2000) was an Austrian baritone, notable for his performances in the operas ...

Peter Persidis

1947–2009 (age 62)

Neustifter Friedhof