Deaths in the 2020s

János Bencsik

1933–2021 (age 88)

Tarcal

Ethnographer who guarded Tarcal’s cultural heritage with care.

Richárd Látó

1974–2021 (age 47)

Szabadszállás

Richárd Látó was a gifted Hungarian composer whose works contributed to the nation's musical heritage.

István Horváth

1948–2023 (age 75)

Nyúl

Catholic priest remembered for his steadfast pastoral care in Nyúl.

István Eőry

1932–2023 (age 91)

Kisoroszi

István Eőry was a dedicated Hungarian coach who significantly influenced athletic development and sports training.

Mária Báthory

1941–2024 (age 83)

New Public Cemetery, Budapest

Pharmaceutical chemist whose work bolstered medical research in Budapest.

József Hámori

1932–2021 (age 89)

Farkasréti Cemetery

József Hámori (20 March 1932 – 1 May 2021) was a Hungarian biologist and politician, who served as Minister of Cultu...

Kandech Evelyne

1984–2021 (age 37)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Kandech Evelyne was a gifted Hungarian singer whose performances enriched the nation's musical culture.

Ilona Budai

1951–2023 (age 72)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Ilona Budai was a Hungarian singer whose musical talents enriched the cultural life of her nation.

Sándor Sólyom-Nagy

1941–2020 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sándor Sólyom-Nagy was a Hungarian university teacher who devoted his career to higher education.

Gyula Tamás

1941–2025 (age 84)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gyula Tamás was a Hungarian association football coach known for his contributions to the sport.

Géza Tordy

1938–2024 (age 86)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Géza Tordy (1 May 1938 – 30 March 2024) was a Hungarian actor.

László Török

1941–2020 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Török (13 May 1941 – 17 September 2020) was a Hungarian historian, archaeologist, and Egyptologist.

István Bölcs

1935–2023 (age 88)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Bölcs was a Hungarian journalist whose career contributed to Hungarian media and public discourse.

Gábor Csapó

1950–2022 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gábor Csapó (1950-2022) was a Hungarian professional who lived and worked in Budapest until his death.

István Csukás

1936–2020 (age 84)

Farkasréti Cemetery

István Csukás (2 April 1936 – 24 February 2020) was a Hungarian poet and author of Jassic descent.

Karola Csűrös

1936–2021 (age 85)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Karola Csűrös was a Hungarian actor whose performances contributed to Hungarian theatre and cinema.

Zoltán Király

1925–2021 (age 96)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Zoltán Király was an agricultural engineer who championed responsible stewardship of the land.

Zsuzsa Kovács

1945–2020 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Zsuzsa Kovács was an actor whose thoughtful portrayals resonated with audiences across generations.

Mihály Laczkó

1935–2020 (age 85)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mihály Laczkó was a chemical engineer respected for both his expertise and his integrity.

Gábor Maros

1947–2022 (age 75)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Gábor Maros was an accomplished Hungarian actor whose performances enriched the nation's cultural landscape.

Béla Udvaros

1925–2020 (age 95)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Béla Udvaros was a renowned Hungarian theatrical director whose innovative vision shaped dramatic arts.

Iván Vitányi

1925–2021 (age 96)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Iván Vitányi (3 July 1925 – 6 September 2021) was a Hungarian sociologist, essayist, dance historian, philosopher of...

Tamás Wichmann

1948–2020 (age 72)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Tamás Wichmann (4 February 1948 – 12 February 2020) was a Hungarian sprint canoeist who competed from 1966 to 1983.

József Sas

1939–2021 (age 82)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

József Sas (born József Polacsek; 3 January 1939 – 17 January 2021) was a Hungarian actor, comedian and theatre mana...

György Varga

1932–2025 (age 93)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

György Varga was a Hungarian economist whose scholarly work contributed to economic thought and policy.

Gusztáv Zoltai

1935–2021 (age 86)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Gusztáv Zoltai is remembered fondly by friends and family for his steady presence.

Ágnes Keleti

1921–2025 (age 104)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

Ágnes Keleti (née Klein; Hebrew: אגנס קלט; 9 January 1921 – 2 January 2025) was a Hungarian and Israeli artis...

József Köves

1938–2025 (age 87)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

József Köves (born July 7, 1938, in Budapest) is a Hungarian publisher, writer, and journalist.

László Hammerl

1942–2024 (age 82)

Pilisszentkereszt

László Hammerl (15 February 1942 – 3 May 2024) was a Hungarian sport shooter and Olympic champion.

György Moldova

1934–2022 (age 88)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

György Moldova (12 March 1934 – 4 June 2022) was the author of more than seventy books in Hungary that have collectiv...

Mátyás Csordás

1943–2021 (age 78)

Nagytétény

Mátyás Csordás was a devoted footballer whose steady presence on the pitch left a lasting impression on teammates and...

Mária Medgyesi

1935–2025 (age 90)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Mária Medgyesi was a Hungarian actress whose performances enriched Hungarian theater and cinema.

Győző Mihályi

1954–2024 (age 70)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Győző Mihályi was a Hungarian actor known for his performances in theater and film.

György Mezey

1941–2025 (age 84)

Farkasréti Cemetery

György Mezey (7 September 1941 – 8 October 2025) was a Hungarian football player and manager.

Attila Dobos

1941–2022 (age 81)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Attila Dobos was a Hungarian dentist dedicated to professional excellence and patient care.

László Donáth

1955–2024 (age 69)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Donáth was a principled politician whose advocacy for civic values earned widespread respect.

Sándor Oszter

1948–2021 (age 73)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Sándor Oszter was a Hungarian actor who made significant contributions to film and theater.

Ferenc Novák

1931–2024 (age 93)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Ferenc Novák was a prominent Hungarian choreographer known for his innovative contributions to dance.

László Jakabházy

1938–2025 (age 87)

Farkasréti Cemetery

László Jakabházy (14 November 1938 – 26 March 2025) was a Hungarian ice hockey player who played for the Hungary me...

Éva Tóth

1961–2022 (age 61)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Éva Tóth was a talented Hungarian operetta singer celebrated for her performances in musical theater.

András Lukácsy

1930–2023 (age 93)

Fiume Road Graveyard

András Lukácsy was a thoughtful writer whose stories preserved the textures of Hungarian life.

Ágnes Tandori

1942–2020 (age 78)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Ágnes Tandori was a notable Hungarian writer whose literary works enriched Hungarian culture.

Csilla Beke

1943–2024 (age 81)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Csilla Beke left the city with enduring buildings that welcomed generations.

Miklós Pulai

1925–2020 (age 95)

Fiume Road Graveyard

Miklós Pulai was a distinguished Hungarian economist whose scholarly work advanced economic science.

Franciska Nagy

1943–2022 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Franciska Nagy's prose illuminated everyday lives with quiet wisdom.

János Strausz

1934–2020 (age 86)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

János Strausz was a respected Hungarian judge known for his legal expertise and judicial integrity.

István Hárdi

1922–2023 (age 101)

Kozma Street Jewish Cemetery

István Hárdi gently guided countless patients toward renewed hope.

Boglárka Koós

1998–2025 (age 27)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Boglárka Koós brought tender energy to every stage she graced.

Béla Ruzsonyi

1942–2021 (age 79)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Béla Ruzsonyi was a skilled Hungarian double-bassist whose career enriched the nation's musical heritage.

Roland Damu

1974–2021 (age 47)

Farkasréti Cemetery

Roland Damu was a Hungarian actor whose performances enriched the nation's cultural landscape.