Johan Leonhard Fix

1735–1807 (age 72)

Biography

Johan Leonhard Fix (1735–1807) built a reputation as a reliable merchant, navigating European trade routes and contributing to the exchange of goods that sustained Copenhagen’s markets.

He also lent support to fellow merchants in times of difficulty, invested in the city’s warehouses and shipping infrastructure, and encouraged younger traders to adopt ethical practices; his life’s work is remembered near Assistens Cemetery.

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Louis de Coninck
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Emil Hornemann
1810–1890 (age 80)
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Emil Hornemann was a physician remembered at Assistens Cemetery for his compassionate care.
Henry Heerup
1907–1993 (age 86)
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Frans Schwartz
1850–1917 (age 67)
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Andreas Boje
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Lauritz Melchior
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