Deaths in the 2000s

Kalvi Aluve

1929–2009 (age 80)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Kalvi Aluve was an architect who shaped welcoming spaces by blending innovative design with deep respect for community l...

Maaja Ranniku

1941–2004 (age 63)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Rudolf Rimmel

1937–2003 (age 66)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Rudolf Rimmel was a thoughtful writer whose work enriched Estonian literature.

Lembit Tepp

1930–2008 (age 78)

Liiva Cemetery

Ragnar Palmre

1934–2003 (age 69)

Liiva Cemetery

Ragnar Palmre was a brave mountaineer who pursued daring climbs with steadfast determination.

Aadu Oll

1932–2003 (age 71)

Liiva Cemetery

Mikhail Velsvebel

1926–2008 (age 82)

Liiva Cemetery

Eela Kuusküll

1921–2003 (age 82)

Liiva Cemetery

Enna Paikre

1939–2007 (age 68)

Liiva Cemetery

Enna Paikre was an athletics competitor renowned for her unwavering commitment to excellence.

Rein Ellermaa

1936–2003 (age 67)

Liiva Cemetery

Toomas Tiikma

1945–2004 (age 59)

Liiva Cemetery

Toomas Tiikma was an engineer whose thoughtful solutions enriched every project he touched.

Aleksander Elango

1902–2004 (age 102)

Pauluse Cemetery

Eha Ratnik

1928–2000 (age 72)

Pauluse Cemetery

Eha Ratnik was an art historian whose scholarship deepened understanding of Estonia’s artistic heritage.

Eldur Parder

1928–2003 (age 75)

Pauluse Cemetery

Eve Lokk

1935–2006 (age 71)

Pauluse Cemetery

Eve Lokk was an artist whose vision resonated through her thoughtful and expressive creations.

Gennadi Olenev

1955–2003 (age 48)

Pauluse Cemetery

Heino Viks

1911–2005 (age 94)

Pauluse Cemetery

Heino Viks was a military personnel remembered for his steady leadership and commitment to service.

Leevi Selliov

1948–2004 (age 56)

Pauluse Cemetery

Nadezhda Ojasaar

1929–2007 (age 78)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Nadezhda Ojasaar was a technician celebrated for her precise work and thoughtful problem solving.

Friedrich Tamm

1924–2009 (age 85)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Mati-Ants Biene

1941–2007 (age 66)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Mati-Ants Biene was a rower remembered for his dedication and teamwork.

Heino Krevald

1930–2007 (age 77)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Tõnis Sahkai

1942–2008 (age 66)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Tõnis Sahkai was a film director celebrated for his imaginative and compassionate storytelling.

Feliks Oorn

1924–2004 (age 80)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Ronald Ilves

1930–2005 (age 75)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

A respected business executive, Ronald Ilves guided teams with integrity and a steady hand.

Peeter Metsar

1940–2003 (age 63)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Juhan Zimmermann

1930–2009 (age 79)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Coach Juhan Zimmermann inspired athletes with commitment, patience, and respect for each individual.

Rein Enden

1934–2001 (age 67)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Olev Liik

1957–2005 (age 48)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Technologist Olev Liik embraced innovation with curiosity and collaborative care.

Elina Öpik

1928–2006 (age 78)

Pärnamäe Cemetery

Richard Joonas

1927–2002 (age 75)

Jõhvi Cemetery

Chemist Richard Joonas enhanced scientific understanding with meticulous care and mentorship.

Evald Saag

1912–2004 (age 92)

Rapla Cemetery

Harald Rajamets

1924–2007 (age 83)

Jõhvi Cemetery

Poet Harald Rajamets captured the soul of Estonia with thoughtful, heartfelt verse.

Juhan Paju

1939–2003 (age 64)

Rapla Cemetery

Aleksander Vassenin

1953–2007 (age 54)

Rapla Cemetery

Historian Aleksander Vassenin shared Estonia’s stories with clarity, compassion, and a keen scholarly eye.

Tenno Teets

1931–2003 (age 72)

Rapla Cemetery

Linda Raus

1909–2003 (age 94)

Rapla Cemetery

Dance teacher Linda Raus shaped dancers with patience, encouragement, and graceful dedication.

Alide Lumberg

1915–2004 (age 89)

Rapla Cemetery

Alide Lumberg was an Estonian zoologist who dedicated her career to advancing zoological research.

Arnold Agur

1922–2008 (age 86)

Jõhvi Cemetery

Boxer Arnold Agur embodied resilience, sportsmanship, and quiet leadership in the ring.

Alfred Kadastik

1921–2005 (age 84)

Sillaotsa Cemetery

Alfred Kadastik was an Estonian business executive who played a role in the nation's economic development.

Herbert Niilisk

1930–2006 (age 76)

Nõo Cemetery

Geophysicist Herbert Niilisk explored Estonia’s landscapes with intelligence and reverence for nature.

Eduard Tähe

1922–2004 (age 82)

Hageri Cemetery

Eduard Tähe was an Estonian military officer who served his nation with dedication.

Ants Ruusmann

1935–2009 (age 74)

Saarde Cemetery

Enn Rebane

1943–2006 (age 63)

Põltsamaa Cemetery

Enn Rebane was an Estonian surgeon who dedicated his career to medical practice and patient care.

Paul Põldoja

1931–2005 (age 74)

Nõo Cemetery

Chemist Paul Põldoja nurtured scientific curiosity with patient care and steady guidance.

Taavi Pedriks

1971–2000 (age 29)

Põltsamaa Cemetery

Taavi Pedriks was an Estonian actor whose performances enriched the nation's cultural life.

Vambola Laanmäe

1916–2005 (age 89)

Nõo Cemetery

Vambola Laanmäe was a dedicated zootechnician whose mentorship and practical wisdom uplifted rural agricultural science...

Eduard Ilves

1899–2003 (age 104)

Puhja cemetery

Eduard Ilves was an Estonian who lived through the transformative events of the twentieth century.

Karl Jaanus

1899–2000 (age 101)

Pilistvere cemetery

Karl Jaanus was a respected military professional remembered for his steadfast resolve and humble devotion to service.

Madis Ainso

1937–2005 (age 68)

Nõo Cemetery

Madis Ainso was an Estonian athletics competitor who represented his nation in track and field.