Deaths in the 2000s

Jakob Oeri

1920–2006 (age 86)

Wolfgottesacker

Jakob Oeri brought calm compassion to his practice as a devoted physician.

Lucius Burckhardt

1925–2003 (age 78)

Wolfgottesacker

Heinrich Zoller

1923–2009 (age 86)

Friedhof am Hörnli

Irma Tschudi-Steiner

1912–2003 (age 91)

Friedhof am Hörnli

Irma Tschudi-Steiner was a pioneering physician who dedicated her career to serving her community.

Hans-Peter Tschudi

1913–2002 (age 89)

Friedhof am Hörnli

Hugo Loetscher

1929–2009 (age 80)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

Hugo Loetscher was a distinguished Swiss writer whose literary works gained international recognition.

August E. Hohler

1925–2002 (age 77)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

August E. Hohler wrote with warmth and insight that touched readers everywhere.

Doris Morf

1927–2003 (age 76)

Cemetery Nordheim

Martin Hürlimann

1924–2000 (age 76)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

Martin Hürlimann led with integrity and belief in people throughout his entrepreneurial career.

Jürg Spahr

1925–2002 (age 77)

Wolfgottesacker

Jürg Spahr was a skilled caricaturist known for his witty and insightful artistic commentary.

Hans Lacher

1912–2003 (age 91)

Wolfgottesacker

Hans Lacher championed fairness with a steady, respectful presence as a lawyer.

Jakob Christ

1926–2008 (age 82)

Wolfgottesacker

Jakob Christ was a dedicated psychiatrist who advanced the field of mental health care.

Jenny Schneider

1924–2004 (age 80)

Wolfgottesacker

Jenny Schneider shared the beauty of art history with graceful insight.

Dorothea Christ

1921–2009 (age 88)

Wolfgottesacker

Dorothea Christ was an accomplished author whose literary works contributed to Swiss culture.

Gerhard Ebeling

1912–2001 (age 89)

Enzenbühl cemetery

César Keiser

1925–2007 (age 82)

Enzenbühl cemetery

Ernst Haefliger

1919–2007 (age 88)

Waldfriedhof Davos

Ernst Haefliger touched hearts worldwide as a luminous opera singer.

Aglaja Veteranyi

1962–2002 (age 40)

Cemetery Manegg

Inigo Gallo

1932–2000 (age 68)

Enzenbühl cemetery

Clemens Heller

1917–2002 (age 85)

Bois-de-Vaux Cemetery

Clemens Heller was a dedicated administrator whose leadership contributed to institutional success.

Elisabeth Mann Borgese

1918–2002 (age 84)

Kilchberg cemetery

Pierre Arnold

1921–2007 (age 86)

Kilchberg cemetery

Pierre Arnold was a successful businessperson whose entrepreneurial ventures contributed to Swiss commerce.

Gert Westphal

1920–2002 (age 82)

Kilchberg cemetery

Rudolph R. Sprüngli

1920–2008 (age 88)

Kilchberg cemetery

Rudolph R. Sprüngli was a prominent entrepreneur whose business leadership shaped Swiss industry.

Gustav Däniker

1928–2000 (age 72)

Kilchberg cemetery

Gustav Däniker crafted thoughtful stories that celebrate community and calm.

Sigi Feigel

1921–2004 (age 83)

Israelite Cemetery Upper Frisian Mountain

Beno Eckmann

1917–2008 (age 91)

Israelite Cemetery Upper Frisian Mountain

Oscar Plattner

1922–2002 (age 80)

Cemetery Hönggerberg

Oscar Plattner was a skilled sport cyclist whose athletic achievements honored Swiss cycling.

Otto Steiger

1909–2005 (age 96)

Cemetery Hönggerberg

Otto Steiger wrote with attentive clarity that honored everyday life.

Alfred Kölz

1944–2003 (age 59)

Rehalp Cemetery

Anneliese Itten

1913–2002 (age 89)

Cemetery Hönggerberg

Anneliese Itten was a Swiss artist whose luminous compositions connected tradition with modern sensibility.

Hermann Anliker

1915–2001 (age 86)

Rosenberg cemetery

Theodor Haller

1915–2003 (age 88)

Rosenberg cemetery

Theodor Haller was a trusted Swiss television presenter known for his calm presence and cultural insight.

Heinrich Reimann

1944–2007 (age 63)

Rosenberg cemetery

Lothar Kempter

1900–2001 (age 101)

Rosenberg cemetery

Lothar Kempter was a Swiss writer whose compassionate narratives reflected the depth of everyday life.

Hans Affeltranger

1919–2002 (age 83)

Rosenberg cemetery

Carlos Ehrensperger

1911–2001 (age 90)

Rosenberg cemetery

Carlos Ehrensperger was a Swiss composer whose graceful works bridged tradition and innovation.

Kurt Scheller

1932–2003 (age 71)

Rosenberg cemetery

Margrit Jäggli

1941–2003 (age 62)

Rosenberg cemetery

Margrit Jäggli was a Swiss photographer whose intuitive eye celebrated the texture of daily life.

Paul Profos

1913–2001 (age 88)

Rosenberg cemetery

Geo Bretscher

1919–2003 (age 84)

Rosenberg cemetery

Geo Bretscher was a Swiss painter whose vibrant canvases celebrated the beauty of the moment.

Hans Ruedi Sieber

1926–2002 (age 76)

Rosenberg cemetery

Karl H. Henking

1923–2005 (age 82)

Rosenberg cemetery

Karl H. Henking was a Swiss ethnologist who approached cultures with respect and deep curiosity.

Hugo Erb

1918–2003 (age 85)

Rosenberg cemetery

Hans Braunschweiler-Achtnich

1916–2007 (age 91)

Rosenberg cemetery

Hans Braunschweiler-Achtnich was a Swiss manager revered for his steady leadership and integrity.

Balthasar Reinhart

1916–2005 (age 89)

Rosenberg cemetery

Henri Schmid

1924–2009 (age 85)

Rosenberg cemetery

Henri Schmid was a Swiss photographer known for his poetic eye and gentle portrayal of humanity.

Georg Sulzer

1909–2001 (age 92)

Rosenberg cemetery

Hansruedi Diggelmann

1927–2008 (age 81)

Rosenberg cemetery

Hansruedi Diggelmann was a Swiss association football player admired for his dedication and sportsmanship.

Heinrich Samuel Senn

1930–2004 (age 74)

Rosenberg cemetery

Heinrich Samuel Senn was a Swiss sculptor whose artistic legacy spans the latter twentieth century.