Just Cohen

1858–1919 (age 61)

Biography

Born in 1858, Just Cohen dedicated his life to public service, bringing a thoughtful and steady hand to the political arena during a period of social change in Denmark. His work reflected a commitment to Jewish communities and the broader society, leaving an enduring imprint on civic life.

Remembered by those who followed his career, Cohen’s measured approach to governance provided a foundation for dialogue and partnership, and his presence is honored at the Jewish Western Cemetery.

Also buried at Jewish Western Cemetery

Rudolph Simonsen
1889–1947 (age 58)
Jewish Western Cemetery
Composer Rudolph Simonsen enriched Danish music with works that continue to resonate with performers and audiences.
Herdis Rosenbaum
1927–2016 (age 89)
Jewish Western Cemetery
Jacob Martin Bing
1833–1903 (age 70)
Jewish Western Cemetery
Jacob Martin Bing was a wholesaler noted for his fair leadership and civic-minded character in Copenhagen.
David Monies
1812–1894 (age 82)
Jewish Western Cemetery
David Monies (3 June 1812, Copenhagen - 29 April 1894, Frederiksberg) was a Danish portrait and genre painter.
Laurids Bing
1850–1903 (age 53)
Jewish Western Cemetery
A member of Copenhagen's Jewish community in the nineteenth century.
Bent Melchior
1929–2021 (age 92)
Jewish Western Cemetery