Deaths in the 2020s

Endre Etédi

1943–2022 (age 79)

Pécs

An accomplished pole vaulter whose athletic achievements brought recognition to Pécs.

Géza Szabó

1935–2024 (age 89)

Salgótarján

Association football coach celebrated for instilling discipline and respect in Salgótarján’s teams.

István Jelenits

1932–2024 (age 92)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Writer whose empathetic prose invited readers to reflect on ordinary lives.

Károly Balogh

1939–2021 (age 82)

Veszprém

Association football player from Veszprém celebrated for grit and generosity.

István Vágó

1949–2023 (age 74)

Budapest

István Vágó (14 February 1949 – 29 April 2023) was a Hungarian television host and political activist, best known a...

László Sólyom

1942–2023 (age 81)

Fiume Road Graveyard

László Sólyom (Hungarian: Sólyom László, pronounced [ˈʃoːjom ˈlaːsloː]; 3 January 1942 – 8 October 2023) w...

István Nemere

1944–2024 (age 80)

Szigethalom

István Nemere (8 November 1944 – 15 November 2024) was a Hungarian novelist, Esperantist, and translator.

Péter Kálloy Molnár

1970–2025 (age 55)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Péter Kálloy Molnár was a respected actor whose career significantly contributed to Hungarian theater and cinema.

Dalma Mádl

1932–2021 (age 89)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Dalma Mádl (née Némethy; 9 November 1932 – 22 October 2021) was the First Lady of Hungary from 2000 to 2005 and the...

Gábor Salusinszky

1950–2022 (age 72)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Gábor Salusinszky was a distinguished academic whose scholarly work made lasting contributions to his field.

Lajos Sváby

1935–2020 (age 85)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Lajos Sváby was a painter whose luminous compositions captured rural life and left a lasting impression on Hungarian ar...

László Strasszer

1944–2021 (age 77)

Fiume Road Graveyard

László Strasszer was a footballer whose steady presence on the pitch inspired teammates and fans.

Mari Csomós

1943–2023 (age 80)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Mari Csomós was an accomplished actor whose performances enriched Hungarian theater and cinema.

László Márton

1964–2024 (age 60)

Gölle

László Márton was a respected martial artist whose expertise and teaching significantly advanced the discipline in Hu...

Zsuzsa Aczél

1935–2025 (age 90)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Zsuzsa Aczél was a beloved educator who devoted her life to making learning accessible to all.

István Szentandrássy

1957–2020 (age 63)

Fiume Road Graveyard

István Szentandrássy was a respected painter whose artistic works significantly contributed to Hungarian contemporary ...

Bálint Szombathy

1950–2024 (age 74)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Bálint Szombathy was a writer whose vivid storytelling explored the nuances of Hungarian life.

Kálmán Sóvári

1940–2020 (age 80)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

Kálmán Sóvári was a footballer celebrated for his defensive resolve and sportsmanship.

Sándor Szilvágyi

1964–2021 (age 57)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

Sándor Szilvágyi was a Hungarian university teacher dedicated to academic excellence and student education.

Lívia Gyarmathy

1932–2022 (age 90)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Lívia Gyarmathy (8 January 1932 – 25 May 2022) was a Hungarian film director and screenwriter.

Bence Szvoboda

1992–2023 (age 31)

Balatonberény

Bence Szvoboda was a Hungarian motocross rider known for his skill and competitive spirit in the sport.

Erzsébet Pásztor

1939–2022 (age 83)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Erzsébet Pásztor was a celebrated handball player whose dedication to the sport uplifted countless fans and teammates.

Béla Tóth

1941–2022 (age 81)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Béla Tóth was a Hungarian sculptor who created works that enriched Hungary's artistic heritage.

István Harasztÿ

1934–2022 (age 88)

Fiume Road Graveyard

István Harasztÿ was a sculptor whose dignified works continue to resonate through the spaces they grace.

István Szilágyi

1937–2020 (age 83)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

István Szilágyi was a respected Hungarian actor whose performances enriched the nation's theatrical and cinematic trad...

György Tumpek

1929–2022 (age 93)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

György Tumpek (12 January 1929 – 21 December 2022) was a Hungarian swimmer and Olympic medalist.

Mihály Ráday

1942–2021 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mihály Ráday was a respected Hungarian actor whose career contributed significantly to the nation's theatrical and cin...

Károly Mécs

1936–2025 (age 89)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Károly Mécs was a respected Hungarian actor whose extensive career enriched the nation's theatrical and cinematic land...

Éva Székely

1927–2020 (age 93)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Éva Székely (3 April 1927 – 29 February 2020) was a Hungarian swimmer.

Katalin Andresz

1955–2023 (age 68)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Katalin Andresz was a Hungarian actress whose performances contributed to the richness of Hungarian theatre and cinema.

István Bagi

1942–2021 (age 79)

Békésszentandrás

István Bagi was a dedicated academic whose teaching and scholarship resonated deeply across Békésszentandrás.

János Papp

1958–2024 (age 66)

Hosszúhetény

János Papp was a tireless socio-cultural animator who united communities through creative celebration.

György Bálint

1919–2020 (age 101)

Fiume Road Graveyard

György Bálint (originally surname Braun; 28 July 1919 – 21 June 2020) was a Hungarian horticulturist, Candidate of A...

Sarolta Monspart

1944–2021 (age 77)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sarolta Monspart (17 November 1944 – 24 April 2021) was a Hungarian orienteering competitor.

Jolán Kleiber-Kontsek

1939–2022 (age 83)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Jolán Kleiber-Kontsek (née Kontsek; 29 August 1939 – 20 July 2022) was a Hungarian athlete who mainly competed in th...

István Ágh

1938–2025 (age 87)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Ágh (born István Nagy; 24 March 1938 – 19 October 2025) was a Hungarian poet.

Olga Tass

1929–2020 (age 91)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Olga Tass (married name Lemhényi; 29 March 1929 – 10 July 2020) was a Hungarian gymnast who competed at the 1948, 195...

Andor Schmuck

1970–2025 (age 55)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Andor Ákos Schmuck (2 September 1970 – 14 July 2025) was a Hungarian politician who was both a member and the Preside...

Katalin Dávid

1923–2023 (age 100)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Katalin Dávid was a Hungarian university teacher and educator.

Gábor Forgács

1947–2024 (age 77)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Gábor Forgács was a Hungarian actor known for his contributions to theater and film.

Erzsi Galambos

1931–2023 (age 92)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Erzsi Galambos (1931–2023) was a Hungarian stage, film and television actress.

László Grétsy

1932–2024 (age 92)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Grétsy was a trusted television presenter who shared knowledge with warmth and clarity.

János Gulyás

1946–2021 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

János Gulyás was a Hungarian cinematographer whose visual artistry advanced Hungarian cinema.

Szilveszter Csollány

1970–2022 (age 52)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Szilveszter Csollány (Hungarian: [ˈsilvɛstɛr ˈt͡ʃollaːɲ]; 13 April 1970 – 24 January 2022) was a Hungarian gy...

György Kárpáti

1935–2020 (age 85)

Farkasréti Cemetery

György Kárpáti (23 June 1935 – 17 June 2020) was a Hungarian water polo player who competed at the 1952 Summer Olym...

Kálmán Mészöly

1941–2022 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Kálmán Mészöly (16 July 1941 – 21 November 2022) was a Hungarian professional football player and coach.

István Szőke

1947–2022 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Szőke (13 February 1947 – 1 June 2022) was a Hungarian footballer who played as a midfielder for Ferencváros...

Imre Bokor

1930–2023 (age 93)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

Imre Bokor was a Hungarian military engineer whose technical expertise contributed to the nation's defense capabilities.

Jolán Humenyánszky

1942–2021 (age 79)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

Jolán Humenyánszky was a sculptor whose public works combined monumentality with humane detail.

István Bérczi

1945–2021 (age 76)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

István Ferenc Bérczi (1 July 1945 – 9 April 2021) was a Hungarian gymnast.