Deaths in the 2020s

Mart Raik

1955–2023 (age 68)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Mart Raik was an entrepreneur known for his innovative spirit and generous mentorship.

Rein Randmann

1937–2020 (age 83)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Rein Randmann was an engineer whose thoughtful solutions supported many projects.

Kalju Terasmaa

1934–2021 (age 87)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Tõnu Maarand

1940–2024 (age 84)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Sculptor Tõnu Maarand leaves behind a legacy of contemplative works that enriched Estonia’s cultural heritage.

Enn Tõugu

1935–2020 (age 85)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Enn Tõugu (20 May 1935 in Tallinn – 30 March 2020) was an Estonian computer scientist and mathematician.

Piret Mäeniit

1956–2023 (age 67)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Heino Pedusaar

1931–2021 (age 90)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Engineer Heino Pedusaar is remembered for his steady leadership and commitment to projects that served the public good.

Jaan Metsaveer

1933–2024 (age 91)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Jaan Metsaveer was a devoted university teacher whose patient mentorship shaped countless students.

Lilian Luik

1926–2023 (age 97)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Lilian Luik was an Estonian physician dedicated to medical practice and patient care.

Helje Riives

1937–2023 (age 86)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Helje Riives was a devoted bibliographer whose organizational expertise served the scholarly community.

Lembit Sarapuu

1930–2024 (age 94)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Artist Lembit Sarapuu celebrated Estonia's cultural textures through thoughtful, empathetic imagery.

Linda Järve

1946–2022 (age 76)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Linda Järve was a skilled editor whose expertise enhanced the quality of published works.

Tõivo Sarmet

1944–2020 (age 76)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Jüri Hain

1941–2022 (age 81)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Art historian Jüri Hain deepened understanding of Estonian art through rigorous research and eloquent interpretation.

Oleg Toompuu

1941–2021 (age 80)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Allan Kiil

1963–2021 (age 58)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Allan Kiil (4 August 1963 – 15 June 2021) was an Estonian butterfly, freestyle and medley swimmer and sport personalit...

Helge Pihelga

1925–2022 (age 97)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Helle-Iris Michelson

1929–2024 (age 95)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Helle-Iris Michelson was a writer remembered for compassionate storytelling and mentorship.

Harald Tüür

1934–2022 (age 88)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Els Roode

1934–2022 (age 88)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Els Roode was a music teacher who inspired students with discipline, joy, and accessibility.

Kristi Ojasaar

1983–2022 (age 39)

Metsakalmistu

Teesi Viisimaa

1932–2024 (age 92)

Metsakalmistu

Teesi Viisimaa was a ballet dancer whose expressive performances and mentorship inspired countless artists.

Heldur Õigus

1935–2021 (age 86)

Metsakalmistu

Mati Valdma

1936–2023 (age 87)

Metsakalmistu

Mati Valdma was a technologist who bridged tradition and innovation with thoughtful leadership.

Kulno Raide

1922–2022 (age 100)

Metsakalmistu

Andrus Lipand

1939–2023 (age 84)

Metsakalmistu

Andrus Lipand was a neurologist whose compassionate care comforted patients and families.

Urve Varik

1940–2021 (age 81)

Metsakalmistu

Urve Varik was a leatherworker who honored tradition and inspired community through her craft.

Ella Timmer

1928–2020 (age 92)

Metsakalmistu

Leidi Veskis

1939–2025 (age 86)

Metsakalmistu

Leidi Veskis was a translator whose sensitive work connected Estonian readers with global voices.

Mati Tähemaa

1933–2022 (age 89)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Oku Tamm

1927–2022 (age 95)

Metsakalmistu

Priit Kuusk

1938–2022 (age 84)

Metsakalmistu

Rein Küttner

1940–2024 (age 84)

Metsakalmistu

Rein Küttner advanced Estonian engineering with integrity and a steady commitment to practical innovation.

Silvi Liiva

1941–2023 (age 82)

Metsakalmistu

Silvi Liiva (22 January 1941 – 24 September 2023) was an Estonian printmaker.

Tõnis Saadre

1942–2022 (age 80)

Metsakalmistu

Tõnu Aare

1953–2021 (age 68)

Metsakalmistu

Tõnu Aare lent his voice to the story of Estonia, mixing melody with genuine emotion for listeners across decades.

Tõnu Kilgas

1954–2021 (age 67)

Metsakalmistu

Tõnu Kilgas (13 August 1954 – 25 May 2021) was an Estonian singer (baritone) and stage, film, voice, and television a...

Urmas Voolpriit

1976–2022 (age 46)

Metsakalmistu

Urmas Voolpriit brightened stages with his heartfelt singing and the generous spirit he shared with everyone around him.

Valdek Kulbach

1927–2020 (age 93)

Metsakalmistu

Mirjam Peil

1939–2022 (age 83)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Rein Otsepp

1935–2020 (age 85)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Rein Perens

1940–2020 (age 80)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Sulev Mäeväli

1936–2021 (age 85)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Toivo Arnover

1947–2024 (age 77)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Uno Loop

1930–2021 (age 91)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Uno Loop (31 May 1930 – 8 September 2021) was an Estonian singer, musician, athlete, actor, and educator.

Valeeria Villandi

1924–2021 (age 97)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Villem Lüüs

1971–2020 (age 49)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Villem Lüüs (29 March 1971 – 12 November 2020) was an Estonian draughts player and World Draughts Federation master...

Väino Rätsep

1928–2023 (age 95)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Ahto Kaljusaar

1938–2020 (age 82)

Rahumäe Cemetery

Tamara Abel

1938–2024 (age 86)

Rahumäe Cemetery