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Walentin Chorell

1912–1983 (age 71)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Edvin Laine

1905–1989 (age 84)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Edvin Laine was a celebrated actor whose performances touched the hearts of many and enriched Finnish culture.

Pentti Irjala

1911–1982 (age 71)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Jussi Jurkka

1930–1982 (age 52)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Jussi Jurkka brought depth and warmth to every role, leaving a cherished legacy in Finnish theatre and film.

Rauli Somerjoki

1947–1987 (age 40)

Somero

Matti Jämsä

1929–1988 (age 59)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Matti Jämsä reported with clarity and compassion, connecting readers to the heart of community life.

Pekka Nuotio

1929–1989 (age 60)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Yrjö Jyrinkoski

1920–1981 (age 61)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Yrjö Jyrinkoski is remembered for his quiet commitment and steady presence within the community.

Edda Ehrnrooth

1893–1983 (age 90)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Nils Lerche

1905–1986 (age 81)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Composer Nils Lerche brought melodic warmth and mentorship to Finland’s musical life.

Aimo Koivunen

1917–1989 (age 72)

Saarijärvi

Kurt Martti Wallenius

1893–1984 (age 91)

Honkanummi cemetery

Writer Kurt Martti Wallenius shared thoughtful reflections that embraced Finland’s cultural landscape.

Maria Åkerblom

1898–1981 (age 83)

Honkanummi cemetery

Aarno Pajunen

1922–1982 (age 60)

Kulosaari cemetery

Business executive Aarno Pajunen led with thoughtful stewardship and a focus on community impact.

Olli Puhakka

1916–1989 (age 73)

Maunula Cemetery

Lee Gaines

1914–1987 (age 73)

Maunula Cemetery

Singer Lee Gaines uplifted audiences with a warm baritone that bridged cultures.

Osmo Kaipainen

1933–1985 (age 52)

Maunula Cemetery

Osmo Kaipainen was a Finnish physician whose medical career spanned several decades.

Sakari Simelius

1900–1985 (age 85)

Maunula Cemetery

Military professional Sakari Simelius demonstrated steady leadership in service to Finland.

Sasu Haapanen

1905–1986 (age 81)

Maunula Cemetery

Sasu Haapanen was a Finnish actor known for his contributions to theater and film.

Viljo Karhu

1912–1983 (age 71)

Maunula Cemetery

Actor Viljo Karhu enchanted audiences with sincere, carefully crafted performances.

Dmitry Kuzmin-Karavayev

1892–1985 (age 93)

St. Nicholas parish cemetery

Dmitry Kuzmin-Karavayev lived from 1892 to 1985.

Rafael Paasio

1903–1980 (age 77)

Turku Cemetery

Rafael Paasio was a Finnish politician who served as Prime Minister of Finland and was buried in Turku.

Semiulla Wafin

1909–1983 (age 74)

Vatiala cemetery

Semiulla Wafin was a Finnish publisher whose career spanned the twentieth century.

Aimo Aaltonen

1906–1987 (age 81)

Malmi cemetery

Politician Aimo Aaltonen championed solidarity and fairness in public life.

Ville Pessi

1902–1983 (age 81)

Malmi cemetery

Ville Pessi was a Finnish politician who served his community throughout his career.

Tauno Palo

1908–1982 (age 74)

Malmi cemetery

Singer Tauno Palo enchanted audiences with emotionally resonant performances.

Ansa Ikonen

1913–1989 (age 76)

Malmi cemetery

Ansa Ikonen was a Finnish actress known for her work in theater and film.

Birger Kaipiainen

1915–1988 (age 73)

Malmi cemetery

Designer Birger Kaipiainen crafted imaginative works that highlighted Finnish tradition and detail.

Kullervo Linna

1911–1987 (age 76)

Malmi cemetery

Kullervo Linna was a Finnish composer whose works enriched the nation's musical tradition.

Rakel Laakso

1904–1985 (age 81)

Malmi cemetery

Rakel Laakso was a beloved actor whose performances touched generations of Finnish audiences.

Ragnar Gottfrid Bäck

1904–1980 (age 76)

Vaasa new cemetery

Ragnar Gottfrid Bäck was a Finnish botanical collector and naturalist.

Daniel Sibakow

1933–1988 (age 55)

Maijanen cemetery

Daniel Sibakow was a painter whose expressive canvases brought light to Finnish art circles.

Terho Sakki

1930–1997 (age 67)

Hyvinkää

Terho Sakki was a Finnish photographer known for his artistic and documentary work.

Ossi Kivekäs

1908–1992 (age 84)

Lahti

Ossi Kivekäs was a respected lawyer known for his unwavering dedication to justice.

Raija Juutila

1949–1993 (age 44)

Forssa

Raija Juutila was a Finnish nanny whose work centered on caring for children.

Eddie Boyd

1914–1994 (age 80)

Helsinge Church

Edward Riley Boyd (November 25, 1914 – July 13, 1994) was an American blues pianist, singer and songwriter, best known...

Petros Iwao Sasaki

1939–1999 (age 60)

Lintula Holy Trinity Convent

Petros Iwao Sasaki (Japanese: 佐々木 巌; August 23, 1939 – March 30, 1999) was a Finnish iconographer from Japan.

Hannu Leminen

1910–1997 (age 87)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Hannu Päiviö Leminen (originally Hanno Leminen; 5 January 1910 in Helsinki – 6 June 1997 in Turku) was a Finnish fil...

Eeva-Kaarina Volanen

1921–1999 (age 78)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Eeva-Kaarina Volanen (January 15, 1921 Kuusankoski – January 29, 1999 Helsinki) was a Finnish actress.

Eino Kaipainen

1899–1995 (age 96)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Eino Kaipainen was an actor whose powerful portrayals resonated across Finnish theater and film.

Erkki Karjalainen

1934–1996 (age 62)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Erkki Melakoski

1926–1997 (age 71)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Erkki Melakoski was a composer whose melodies complemented Finland’s cultural life for many years.

Esko Linnavalli

1941–1991 (age 50)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Eugen Malmstén

1907–1993 (age 86)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Eugen Malmstén (16 February 1907 – 1 September 1993) was a Finnish musician, singer, orchestra conductor, composer, l...

Ilmo Launis

1912–1995 (age 83)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Klaus Waris

1914–1994 (age 80)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Klaus Henrik Waris (17 March 1914 – 18 December 1994) was a Finnish economist, professor and the governor of the Bank ...

Max Rand

1942–1992 (age 50)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Pekka Parkkinen

1940–1992 (age 52)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Pekka Parkkinen was a writer whose compassionate voice illuminated ordinary lives.

Pentti Kalaja

1906–1992 (age 86)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Pontus Palmgren

1907–1993 (age 86)

Hietaniemi cemetery

Pontus Palmgren (27 April 1907 – 26 November 1993) was a Finnish ornithologist, arachnologist, and a professor of zool...