Deaths in the 2020s

Lajos Boros

1947–2024 (age 77)

Nagykőrös

Lajos Boros was a writer whose compassionate storytelling spoke to the rhythms of everyday Hungarian life.

Diána Igaly

1965–2021 (age 56)

Törökbálint

Diána Igaly (31 January 1965 – 8 April 2021) was a Hungarian sport shooter who won two Olympic medals in skeet.

Károly Gesztesi

1963–2020 (age 57)

Budakalász

Károly Gesztesi (born Károly Tóth; 16 April 1963 – 4 January 2020) was a Hungarian actor.

László Keveházi

1928–2024 (age 96)

Pilis

László Keveházi was a Lutheran pastor who cared for his community with steadfast faith and compassion.

István Mester

1930–2022 (age 92)

Hatvan

István Mester was a Hungarian actor whose performances enriched the nation's theatrical and cinematic traditions.

László Murányi

1937–2023 (age 86)

Kiskőrös

László Murányi inspired many through his lifelong devotion to learning and the academic community.

Árpád Mátyás

1941–2022 (age 81)

Pacsa

Árpád Mátyás was a Hungarian journalist whose career was dedicated to reporting and public information.

Mihály Németh-Csóka

1927–2020 (age 93)

Kőszeg

Mihály Németh-Csóka was a trusted physician whose skill and empathy comforted countless families.

Tamás Suchman

1954–2023 (age 69)

Marcali

Tamás Suchman served with steadfast dedication, championing the welfare of Marcali through thoughtful leadership.

Mária Wittner

1937–2022 (age 85)

Dunakeszi

Mária Wittner (Gazdagh-Wittner; 9 June 1937 – 14 September 2022) was a Hungarian revolutionary and politician who par...

Árpád Potápi

1967–2024 (age 57)

Bonyhád

Árpád János Potápi (28 March 1967 – 17 October 2024) was a Hungarian educator and politician, member of the Nation...

Zoltán Hajdú

1943–2021 (age 78)

Enying

Zoltán Hajdú was a Hungarian politician.

Mihály Sümegi

1942–2023 (age 81)

Báta

Mihály Sümegi brought steadfast dedication and high standards to the field of chemistry.

Iván Markó

1947–2022 (age 75)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Iván Markó was a Hungarian ballet dancer.

Ferenc Erős

1946–2020 (age 74)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Ferenc Erős offered calm, insightful guidance that comforted individuals and strengthened psychoanalytic practice.

Krisztina Hadas

1971–2024 (age 53)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Krisztina Hadas was a Hungarian reporter and journalist.

Endre Harkányi

1934–2025 (age 91)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Endre Harkányi carried each role with sincerity, leaving cherished memories on stage and screen.

György Kárpáti

1933–2023 (age 90)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

György Kárpáti (born 3 July 1933 in Budapest) was a Hungarian film director whose most celebrated feature film is N...

Karcsi Kadlott

1945–2025 (age 80)

Tápiószőlős

Karcsi Kadlott delighted listeners with music that balanced tradition and inventive spirit.

János Kóbor

1943–2021 (age 78)

St. Stephen's Basilica

János Kóbor (17 May 1943 – 6 December 2021) was a Hungarian singer.

Lehel Bakos

1938–2020 (age 82)

Szentendre

Lehel Bakos was a Hungarian architect whose modernist designs influenced the built environment of Hungary.

Máté Fenyvesi

1933–2022 (age 89)

St. Stephen's Basilica

Máté Fenyvesi (20 September 1933 – 17 February 2022) was a Hungarian footballer and politician.

Imre Kozma

1940–2024 (age 84)

St. Stephen's Basilica

Imre Kozma (4 June 1940 – 17 October 2024) was a Hungarian Roman Catholic priest, the founder of the Hungarian Charity...

Anna Tarján

1932–2022 (age 90)

St. Stephen's Basilica

Anna Tarján led with empathy, believing in public service as a force for good.

Attila Benke

1930–2022 (age 92)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

Attila Benke inspired teammates with dedication and steady leadership in volleyball.

Ibolya Kékes

1963–2022 (age 59)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

Ibolya Kékes was a Hungarian judoka who competed at the highest levels of the sport.

Gábor Tolnay

1931–2023 (age 92)

Öcsöd

Cherished for his lifelong commitment to libraries and education.

József Hammer

1927–2020 (age 93)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

József Hammer was a Hungarian politician dedicated to public service and governance.

Miklós Lindner

1932–2025 (age 93)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Miklós Lindner was a Hungarian military officer dedicated to his nation's service.

Jenő Jandó

1952–2023 (age 71)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Jenő Jandó (Hungarian: [ˈjɛnøː ˈjɒndoː]; 1 February 1952 – 4 July 2023) was a Hungarian pianist and Professor...

Zoltán Horváth

1937–2025 (age 88)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Zoltán Horváth (12 March 1937 – 12 June 2025) was a Hungarian sabre fencer.

Péter Haumann

1941–2022 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Péter Haumann (17 May 1941 – 28 May 2022) was a Hungarian actor.

Péter Andorai

1948–2020 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Péter Andorai (25 April 1948 – 1 February 2020) was a Hungarian actor.

János Avar

1938–2021 (age 83)

Farkasréti Cemetery

János Avar (13 June 1938 – 2 December 2021) was a Hungarian journalist.

Péter Balázs

1943–2025 (age 82)

Farkasréti Cemetery

His visionary stewardship of productions left a lasting legacy on Hungarian theatre.

Miklós Benedek

1946–2024 (age 78)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Miklós Benedek (28 September 1946 – 9 January 2024) was a Hungarian actor and writer.

László Benkő

1943–2020 (age 77)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Benkő (1943-2020) was a Hungarian from Szombathely who was interred at Farkasréti Cemetery.

Krisztián Berki

1980–2022 (age 42)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Krisztián Berki (1980-2022) was a Hungarian from Tatabánya who was buried at Farkasréti Cemetery.

József Bessenyei

1949–2023 (age 74)

Farkasréti Cemetery

József Bessenyei (1949-2023) was a Hungarian person from Budapest who was laid to rest at Farkasréti Cemetery.

Gáspár Miklós Tamás

1948–2023 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gáspár Miklós Tamás (1948-2023) was a Hungarian philosopher and political theorist born in Cluj-Napoca who became on...

Gabor Kallai

1959–2021 (age 62)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gabor Kallai (1959-2021) was a Hungarian individual from Budapest who was buried at Farkasréti Cemetery.

Imre Komora

1940–2024 (age 84)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Imre Komora (1940-2024) was a Hungarian figure from Budapest who was buried at Farkasréti Cemetery.

Kátya Tompos

1983–2024 (age 41)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Kátya Tompos (1983-2024) was a Hungarian individual from Budapest who was interred at Farkasréti Cemetery.

Vera Bródy

1924–2021 (age 97)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Vera Bródy (1924-2021) was a Hungarian actress from Budapest known for her work in Hungarian theater and film.

Miklós Csemiczky

1954–2025 (age 71)

Kisoroszi

He shaped contemporary Hungarian music with daring yet soulful compositions.

Balázs Galkó

1949–2025 (age 76)

Kapolcs

Balázs Galkó was a dedicated Hungarian actor known for his performances in film and theater.

István Gaskó

1954–2025 (age 71)

Vadna

His keen economic insight helped guide both policy and community initiatives.

Árpád Jutocsa Hegyi

1955–2024 (age 69)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Árpád Jutocsa Hegyi (1955-2024) was a Hungarian individual from Budapest who was buried at Farkasréti Cemetery.

István Hildebrand

1928–2022 (age 94)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Hildebrand was a renowned Hungarian cinematographer whose career significantly influenced Hungarian cinema.

Iván Károly Gyémánt

1944–2022 (age 78)

Votive Church of Szeged

His precise mind and generous mentoring inspired colleagues across institutions.