Deaths in the 2010s

Ernst Beyeler

1921–2010 (age 89)

Friedhof am Hörnli

Laszlo Földy

1934–2015 (age 81)

Friedhof am Hörnli

Emilie Lieberherr

1924–2011 (age 87)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

Werner Morlang

1949–2015 (age 66)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

Werner Morlang was a translator celebrated for his nuanced rendering of global voices into German.

Urs Heim

1924–2013 (age 89)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

Urs Heim was a dedicated physician whose medical practice served his community with compassion and skill.

Hermine Rutishauser

1920–2015 (age 95)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

Hermine Rutishauser (1920–2015) was a valued member of her community.

Küngolt Heim-Aebli

1923–2014 (age 91)

Cemetery Sihlfeld

Küngolt Heim-Aebli was a columnist whose thoughtful voice guided readers through the complexities of Swiss life.

Silvia Reize

1948–2012 (age 64)

Wolfgottesacker

Silvia Reize (1948–2012) was an accomplished stage actor.

Thomas Gelzer

1926–2010 (age 84)

Wolfgottesacker

Thomas Gelzer was a university teacher who inspired students with rigorous thought and compassionate mentorship.

Frank Vischer

1923–2015 (age 92)

Wolfgottesacker

Frank Vischer (1923–2015) was a dedicated lawyer.

Andreas Gerwig

1928–2014 (age 86)

Wolfgottesacker

Andreas Gerwig was a respected lawyer whose steady advocacy and mentorship reflected a lifelong dedication to justice.

Ursula Holliger

1937–2014 (age 77)

Wolfgottesacker

Tadeus Pfeifer

1949–2010 (age 61)

Wolfgottesacker

Tadeus Pfeifer was a thoughtful writer whose work offered contemplative insights into life and humanity.

Annemarie Burckhardt

1930–2012 (age 82)

Wolfgottesacker

Annemarie Burckhardt (1930–2012) was a gifted artist.

Max Ruh

1938–2013 (age 75)

Forest cemetery (cemetery grounds and funeral parlour)

Max Ruh was a historian whose thoughtful scholarship and mentorship deepened understanding of the past.

Gerold Meier

1923–2018 (age 95)

Forest cemetery (cemetery grounds and funeral parlour)

Gerold Meier (1923–2018) was a committed politician.

Han Suyin

1916–2012 (age 96)

Bois-de-Vaux Cemetery

Stephen Zuellig

1917–2017 (age 100)

Meienberg Castle with farm buildings and park

Stephen Zuellig (1917–2017) was a distinguished economist.

Stephanie Glaser

1920–2011 (age 91)

Cemetery Witikon

Bruno Ganz

1941–2019 (age 78)

Rehalp Cemetery

Bruno Ganz (Swiss Standard German: [ˈbruːnoː ˈɡants] ; 22 March 1941 – 16 February 2019) was a Swiss actor whose ...

Erika Streit

1910–2011 (age 101)

Kilchberg cemetery

Erika Streit was a graphic designer recognized for her thoughtful, expressive visual work.

Richard Sprüngli

1916–2013 (age 97)

Kilchberg cemetery

Richard Sprüngli (1916–2013) was a successful entrepreneur.

Max Knecht

1929–2016 (age 87)

Friedhof Brunnenwiese Wettingen

Max Knecht was a politician remembered for his thoughtful advocacy and mentorship to future leaders.

Peter Bienz

1928–2019 (age 91)

Rosenberg cemetery

Peter Bienz (1928–2019) was a skilled marionnetteist.

Erica Schmid-Früh

1925–2016 (age 91)

Rosenberg cemetery

Erica Schmid-Früh (1925–2016) was a skilled goldsmith.

Dorina Wohlgemuth

1938–2019 (age 81)

Rosenberg cemetery

Dorina Wohlgemuth was a painter whose vibrant compositions and generosity nurtured community art.

Trudi Bienz-Müller

1930–2018 (age 88)

Rosenberg cemetery

Erich Müller

1938–2019 (age 81)

Rosenberg cemetery

Erich Müller was a politician remembered for his steady leadership and commitment to civic welfare.

Martin Haas

1935–2019 (age 84)

Rosenberg cemetery

Benedikt Reinert

1930–2010 (age 80)

Rosenberg cemetery

Benedikt Reinert was an orientalist celebrated for his insightful scholarship and collegial spirit.

Alfred Auer

1937–2012 (age 75)

Rosenberg cemetery

Alfred Reinhart

1928–2012 (age 84)

Rosenberg cemetery

Verena Gohl

1925–2016 (age 91)

Rosenberg cemetery

Verena Gohl was a singer cherished for her expressive voice and heartfelt performances.

Ernst Huggenberger

1924–2017 (age 93)

Rosenberg cemetery

Ruth Heuberger

1924–2016 (age 92)

Rosenberg cemetery

Hans Grob

1917–2010 (age 93)

Rosenberg cemetery

Bruno Lüthi

1944–2013 (age 69)

Rosenberg cemetery

Bruno Lüthi was an association football coach admired for his tactical acumen and mentorship.

Robert Hauser

1921–2011 (age 90)

Rosenberg cemetery

René Heiland

1924–2011 (age 87)

Rosenberg cemetery

René Heiland was a hairdresser remembered for his attentive care and professional dedication.

Pierre Borgeaud

1934–2019 (age 85)

Rosenberg cemetery

Max Heiland

1921–2012 (age 91)

Rosenberg cemetery

Max Heiland was a hairdresser respected for his skillful craftsmanship and warm presence.

Irène Bodenmann-Meli

1962–2019 (age 57)

Rosenberg cemetery

Manfred Schoch

1932–2015 (age 83)

Rosenberg cemetery

Manfred Schoch was a painter esteemed for his introspective and expressive works.

Robert Steiner-Jäggli

1931–2015 (age 84)

Rosenberg cemetery

Peter Stutz

1932–2013 (age 81)

Rosenberg cemetery

Peter Stutz was an architect known for his thoughtful designs and steady professionalism.

Beat Kaufmann

1932–2017 (age 85)

Rosenberg cemetery

Beat Kaufmann was a business executive who led with ethics and strategic insight.

Robert Heinrich Oehninger

1920–2016 (age 96)

Rosenberg cemetery

Beni Emil Trachsler

1925–2013 (age 88)

Rosenberg cemetery

Painter Beni Emil Trachsler left a legacy of vivid landscapes and thoughtful depictions of everyday life.

Ernst Schwander

1933–2017 (age 84)

Rosenberg cemetery

Armin Schneebeli

1943–2014 (age 71)

Rosenberg cemetery

Politician Armin Schneebeli devoted himself to public service and thoughtful leadership.