Tag Archives: Graves

The family of Zlatici Balážová, known as Ťumy, has redesigned her extravagant grave in Prešov, Slovakia, returning to a red and white floral theme while adding golden angel statues.

The grave, made of polished pink marble, is a prominent feature in the cemetery, reflecting the family’s ongoing dedication to honoring her memory with annual decorations.

Zlatici was buried six years ago, and her husband organized a lavish funeral that included a horse-drawn carriage, showcasing their affinity for luxury and elaborate tributes.

• Najznámejší rómsky hrob na Slovensku prekvapuje: Pozostalí spravili nečakanú zmenu. In: Pluska.05.09.2026. https://www1.pluska.sk/regiony/najznamejsi-romsky-hrob-na-slovensku-prekvapuje-pozostali-spravili-necakanu-zmenu

Another article about Roma graves in Slovakia. As usual, they dwell on the luxury, about the fact that families go and visit them, etc. No one writes an article about the neglected graves in those communities.

• Hrob zosnulého Rómskeho vajdu sa mení na nepoznanie: Zo zabudnutia až po sviatočnú večeru?! In: Pluska. 26.09.2025. https://www1.pluska.sk/regiony/hrob-zosnuleho-romskeho-vajdu-sa-meni-na-nepoznanie-zo-zabudnutia-az-po-sviatocnu-veceru?itm_modul=react_s24_p1d&itm_brand=sport24&itm_template=hp&itm_position=1&itm_cb_position=mid_main_8

An article ibn the Slovak press about a lavish grave in Prešov. The grave was recently renovated. Apparently, in the presence of all the family.

• Najznámejší rómsky hrob vynovili: Výzdobu v takejto farbe ste ešte na cintoríne nevideli! In: Plus Jeden Den. 19.08.2025. https://www1.pluska.sk/regiony/najznamejsi-romsky-hrob-vynovili-vyzdobu-v-takejto-farbe-ste-este-na-cintorine-nevideli