Robert Mikluš Bids Farewell to Mother Zdenka in Emotional Open-Casket Ceremony

Actor Robert Mikluš mourned the loss of his mother, Zdenka Miklušová, at a funeral service held on Thursday at the Church of St. Catherine in Ostrava-Hrabové, Czech Republic. The ceremony included a poignant moment where mourners, including Mikluš, were given a final opportunity to view his mother’s body in an open casket—a practice still common in Catholic funerals, particularly in Moravia, according to Blesk.cz.

A Final Goodbye

During the service, Mikluš reportedly walked around the coffin and gently touched his mother’s face. He as well read a portion of the mass texts, stepping in to assist the parish priest. The atmosphere, while somber, was briefly lightened when the priest shared a personal anecdote about Zdenka, noting her directness and kind heart.

Zdenka Miklušová: A Life Remembered

While Robert Mikluš is widely recognized for his acting career, his mother, Zdenka Miklušová, also left her mark on Czech cinema. She played a crucial role in the film Dukla 61, where she became an expert on the mining dialect. Director David Ondříček consulted with her extensively on scenes, and her input was highly valued. In one instance, she even corrected the director, pointing out a perceived lack of sincerity—though it turned out the issue was with the dialect itself, as reported by Blesk.cz.

Business Ventures

Zdenka Miklušová was also registered as a self-employed individual, operating a business in Ostrava-Zábřeh since February 11, 1997. According to records from Finmag.cz, her primary business activity was non-specialized retail trade.

Final Resting Place

Following the mass, a procession accompanied the coffin to the Count’s cemetery, with a funeral band providing music.