Hans Christian Engelsen

1844–1914 (age 70)

Biography

Hans Christian Engelsen built his life around books, tending a bookseller’s shop where readers found comfort, knowledge, and a welcoming presence. He believed in the power of stories to connect people and enliven public discourse.

In Frederiksberg Old Cemetery he rests as a guardian of literature whose quiet enthusiasm filled the shelves and hearts of his neighbors.

Also buried at Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Dorte Bennedsen
1938–2016 (age 78)
Frederiksberg Old Cemetery
Jacob Frederik Marius Ernst
1820–1897 (age 77)
Frederiksberg Old Cemetery
Military personnel Jacob Frederik Marius Ernst upheld duty and honor throughout his career.
Vilhelm Henriques
1894–1966 (age 72)
Frederiksberg Old Cemetery
Vilhelm Henriques was a Danish painter whose artistic work contributed to Danish visual culture.
Mikal Rode
1908–1993 (age 85)
Frederiksberg Old Cemetery
Mikal Rode was a Danish translator whose work enriched Danish literary culture.
Theobald Thielemann
1819–1903 (age 84)
Frederiksberg Old Cemetery
Theobald Thielemann was a sculptor whose careful hands gave form to the stories of his fellow citizens.
Hans Wilhelm Schrøder
1810–1888 (age 78)
Frederiksberg Old Cemetery
Hans Wilhelm Schrøder was an architect whose dignified designs added grace and clarity to the built environment.