Deaths in the 2000s

György Kölgyesi

1926–2002 (age 76)

Rákospalota Cemetery

György Kölgyesi was an actor who lived from 1926 to 2002.

Imre Őry

1925–2003 (age 78)

Rákospalota Cemetery

Imre Őry was a compassionate pediatrician whose steady care comforted countless children and families.

Judit Gink

1953–2009 (age 56)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Judit Gink was a Hungarian textile artist known for her innovative work in fiber arts and weaving.

Tibor Fabiny

1924–2007 (age 83)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tibor Fabiny was a theologian whose humble scholarship nurtured thoughtful dialogue and spiritual care.

Ervin Nemesdy

1925–2002 (age 77)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ervin Nemesdy was a Hungarian civil engineer whose career contributed to significant infrastructure projects.

Gyula Kovács

1945–2004 (age 59)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gyula Kovács was a ceramicist who shaped tradition and innovation with patience and artistic vision.

Judit Kiss-Gerhardt

1941–2003 (age 62)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Frigyes Juhász

1925–2001 (age 76)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Frigyes Juhász was a composer whose lyrical works continue to move audiences with their timeless spirit.

Klára Szakasits

1918–2001 (age 83)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Klára Szakasits was a Hungarian textile designer whose innovative work advanced twentieth-century design practices.

Árpád Orbán

1938–2008 (age 70)

Révfalu cemetery

Pál Jakucs

1928–2000 (age 72)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Pál Jakucs was a Hungarian botanist whose research advanced the study of plant ecology and flora.

Imre Dankó

1922–2008 (age 86)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Imre Dankó devoted decades to chronicling Hungary's history and nurturing public appreciation for Debrecen's cultural h...

Lajos Garamvölgyi

1952–2008 (age 56)

public cemetery, Debrecen

József Hevessy

1931–2005 (age 74)

public cemetery, Debrecen

János Juhani Nagy

1953–2007 (age 54)

public cemetery, Debrecen

János Juhani Nagy was a Hungarian journalist whose career contributed to public discourse and media development.

Tamás Kiss

1912–2003 (age 91)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Tamás Kiss's empathetic writing gave voice to everyday Hungary while nurturing the next generation of storytellers.

Imre Égerházi

1925–2001 (age 76)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Imre Égerházi was a Hungarian painter whose work contributed to twentieth-century visual culture.

Árpád Bényi

1931–2006 (age 75)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Árpád Bényi translated the light of the Hungarian landscape into contemplative paintings that continue to inspire vie...

John Zaborszky

1914–2008 (age 94)

Budafok Cemetery

Gyula Kristó

1939–2004 (age 65)

Dugonics Cemetery

János Vörös

1945–2000 (age 55)

Dugonics Cemetery

János Vörös was a Hungarian association football player whose career contributed to Hungarian sports.

Lajos Vasady-Balogh

1921–2002 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Lajos Vasady-Balogh composed music rooted in folk heritage while mentoring new voices in Hungary's musical life.

László Kertész

1915–2004 (age 89)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Kertész was a Hungarian music director whose career advanced musical leadership and cultural development.

Árpád Baksay

1927–2001 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Árpád Baksay brought depth and humanity to every role, mentoring colleagues and audiences alike.

László Nedeczky

1913–2008 (age 95)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Nedeczky was a Hungarian fencer whose competitive career contributed to Hungary's athletic heritage.

Anita Kulcsár

1976–2005 (age 29)

Central cemetery, Győr

Lajos Kocsis

1947–2000 (age 53)

Lower Town cemetery in Szeged

Lajos Kocsis (18 June 1947 in Szeged – 9 October 2000 in Budapest) was a Hungarian football midfielder, who played for...

Sándor Bárdi

1943–2009 (age 66)

Lower Town cemetery in Szeged

Sándor Bárdi directed orchestras with clarity and heart, expanding the reach of symphonic music to new listeners.

Lajos Tabák

1904–2007 (age 103)

Szolnok Roman Catholic Cemetery

Lajos Tabák was a Hungarian photographer whose work documented and advanced twentieth-century photographic practice.

László Sipka

1940–2001 (age 61)

Central cemetery, Győr

László Sipka embodied sincerity onstage and quietly mentored younger actors in Győr's theatre life.

György Sinkó

1923–2004 (age 81)

Lower Town cemetery in Szeged

György Sinkó was a renowned Hungarian opera singer whose artistry enriched the nation's musical heritage.

Anna Dukász

1924–2000 (age 76)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Anna Dukász brought tenderness and strength to each performance, fostering mutual trust in the theatre community.

István Novák

1920–2001 (age 81)

public cemetery, Debrecen

István Novák was a respected Hungarian actor whose performances contributed to the nation's theatrical and cinematic t...

Rezső Sárosdy

1926–2000 (age 74)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Rezső Sárosdy revealed dignity through his expressive performances while supporting Debrecen's dramatic arts.

Béla Alberth

1925–2006 (age 81)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Béla Alberth was a dedicated Hungarian physician whose medical practice exemplified compassion and professional excelle...

Elemér Kocsis

1926–2009 (age 83)

public cemetery, Debrecen

Elemér Kocsis combined rigorous theology with compassionate pastoral care to encourage thoughtful dialogue across commu...

István Imri

1923–2006 (age 83)

public cemetery, Debrecen

István Imri was a respected Hungarian football coach whose strategic expertise and mentorship shaped the careers of man...

József Barcza

1932–2004 (age 72)

public cemetery, Debrecen

His scholarship and steady presence nurtured a deeper appreciation for church history among many.

Tibor Tüskés

1930–2009 (age 79)

Public cemetery of Pécs

Tibor Tüskés was an accomplished Hungarian writer whose literary works enriched the nation's cultural heritage.

Miklós Kovacsics

1953–2005 (age 52)

Public cemetery of Pécs

Ferenc Benedek

1926–2007 (age 81)

Public cemetery of Pécs

Ferenc Benedek was a respected Hungarian lawyer whose professional integrity and legal expertise served his community.

Zoltán Balikó

1917–2005 (age 88)

Public cemetery of Pécs

He brought compassionate pastoral care to his community, offering comfort and encouragement whenever it was needed.

János Bársony

1940–2005 (age 65)

Public cemetery of Pécs

János Bársony was a talented Hungarian architect whose designs contributed to the nation's built environment and cultu...

Jenő Lombosi

1937–2002 (age 65)

Public cemetery of Pécs

His thoughtful approach to economics helped guide meaningful discussion about community wellbeing.

László Papp

1938–2003 (age 65)

Public cemetery of Pécs

László Papp was a distinguished Hungarian economist whose scholarly work advanced understanding of economic systems an...

Gábor Hajnóczi

1943–2005 (age 62)

Farkasréti Cemetery

He charted fresh paths through the art of Hungary, sharing its beauty with an appreciative audience.

Iván Völgyes

1936–2001 (age 65)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Iván Völgyes was a respected Hungarian historian whose scholarly research advanced understanding of Hungarian and Cent...

Vince Árva

1932–2008 (age 76)

Long Cemetery

His faithful ministry offered spiritual grounding for many families throughout his years of service.

Ildikó Puskás

1942–2009 (age 67)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ildikó Puskás was a dedicated Hungarian university teacher whose passion for education and mentorship shaped countless...

Zsuzsa D. Fehér

1925–2001 (age 76)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Her dedication ensured that many Hungarian artists remained vibrant voices in cultural memory.