Deaths in the 1920s

Alfred Jørgensen

1848–1925 (age 77)

Vestre Cemetery

Alfred Jørgensen was a Danish biologist of scientific distinction.

August Heimburger

1854–1923 (age 69)

Vestre Cemetery

August Heimburger was an xylographer whose detailed engravings brought illustrations to life.

Bernhard Ingemann

1869–1923 (age 54)

Vestre Cemetery

Bernhard Ingemann was a Danish architect of professional standing.

Carl With-Seidelin

1850–1924 (age 74)

Vestre Cemetery

Carl With-Seidelin was a translator who opened new worlds to Danish readers through careful, elegant renderings.

Christian Hasselbalch

1851–1925 (age 74)

Vestre Cemetery

Christian Hasselbalch was a Danish merchant of commercial prominence.

Frederik Wagner

1840–1923 (age 83)

Vestre Cemetery

Engineer Frederik Wagner devoted decades to strengthening Copenhagen's infrastructure while guiding a new generation of ...

Harry Treschow

1872–1926 (age 54)

Vestre Cemetery

Harry Treschow was a Danish diplomat of considerable distinction.

Julius Jensenius Voigt

1850–1922 (age 72)

Vestre Cemetery

Engineer Julius Jensenius Voigt brought thoughtful professionalism to Copenhagen's public works and infrastructure proje...

Niels Rosenkjær

1886–1928 (age 42)

Vestre Cemetery

Niels Rosenkjær was a Danish architect of professional accomplishment.

P.P. Gram

1850–1923 (age 73)

Vestre Cemetery

Politician P.P. Gram dedicated himself to balanced governance and the well-being of the Danish people.

S.C. Hauberg

1848–1920 (age 72)

Vestre Cemetery

S.C. Hauberg was a Danish businessperson of commercial prominence.

Georg August Lumbye

1843–1922 (age 79)

Holmen Cemetery

Composer Georg August Lumbye delighted Copenhagen audiences with melodic waltzes that reflected the city’s vibrant mus...

Sophus Hagen

1842–1929 (age 87)

Holmen Cemetery

Anthonore Christensen

1849–1926 (age 77)

Holmen Cemetery

Painter Anthonore Christensen captured the quiet elegance of the natural world through luminous still lifes.

Ib Windfeld-Hansen

1845–1926 (age 81)

Holmen Cemetery

Kristine Marie Jensen

1858–1923 (age 65)

Holmen Cemetery

Writer Kristine Marie Jensen generously shared culinary guidance that nurtured Danish homes for generations.

Fredrik Bajer

1837–1922 (age 85)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Johan Jensen

1859–1925 (age 66)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Engineer Johan Jensen melded mathematical insight with practical design to leave a lasting mark on Danish science.

Harald Goldschmidt

1857–1923 (age 66)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Ludvig Wimmer

1839–1920 (age 81)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Author Ludvig Wimmer preserved Denmark’s medieval runic heritage through careful scholarship and profound respect for ...

Bering Liisberg

1854–1929 (age 75)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Alexander Thorsøe

1840–1920 (age 80)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Writer Alexander Thorsøe chronicled Danish life with an observant eye and a compassionate heart.

Anton Rosen

1859–1928 (age 69)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Erik Skram

1847–1923 (age 76)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Author Erik Skram used his writing to explore moral questions and invite thoughtful reflection across Danish society.

Harald Christensen

1879–1926 (age 47)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Vilhelm Theodor Fischer

1857–1928 (age 71)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Vilhelm Theodor Fischer painted evocative scenes of Danish life with a calm, attentive eye.

Vibeke Salicath

1861–1921 (age 60)

Lyngby Assistens Kirkegård

Søren Nielsen

1853–1922 (age 69)

Holmen Cemetery

Søren Nielsen was a pioneering film director who brought theatrical grace to Denmark's emerging cinema.

Charles Grut Hansen

1867–1922 (age 55)

Holmen Cemetery

Alfred Nervø

1879–1921 (age 42)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Alfred Nervø crafted thoughtful screenplays that helped shape early Danish film.

Frederik Christensen

1847–1929 (age 82)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Harald Hilarius-Kalkau

1852–1924 (age 72)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Harald Hilarius-Kalkau was a dedicated advocate for field hockey and youth athletics in Denmark.

Holger Mygind

1855–1928 (age 73)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

J.L. Ridter

1854–1921 (age 67)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

J.L. Ridter captured the calm beauty of everyday Danish interiors and landscapes.

Jenny Meyer

1866–1927 (age 61)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Lorenz V. Hinrichsen

1865–1929 (age 64)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Lorenz V. Hinrichsen painted luminous scenes that celebrated the Danish landscape.

Viggo Schulstad

1848–1921 (age 73)

Vestre Cemetery

Sextus Meyer

1834–1921 (age 87)

Vestre Cemetery

Sextus Meyer was a respected military officer known for steady leadership and civic devotion.

Johanne Petersen

1847–1922 (age 75)

Vestre Cemetery

Olivo Krause

1857–1927 (age 70)

Vestre Cemetery

Olivo Krause composed lyrical music and nurtured young Danish musicians.

Hans Larsen Møller

1861–1928 (age 67)

Vestre Cemetery

Óli Niklái Skaalum

1849–1924 (age 75)

Vestre Cemetery

Óli Niklái Skaalum was a cherished teacher who inspired students with steady encouragement.

J.S. Johnsson

1868–1929 (age 61)

Vestre Cemetery

Sophus Christian Andreas Tuxen

1848–1924 (age 76)

Vestre Cemetery

Sophus Christian Andreas Tuxen advanced Danish agriculture through research and practical guidance.

H.C. Koefoed

1849–1921 (age 72)

Vestre Cemetery

J.F. Oiesen

1857–1928 (age 71)

Vestre Cemetery

J.F. Oiesen upheld Denmark’s interests abroad through steady diplomacy and personal care for fellow Danes.

Povl Olrik

1878–1928 (age 50)

Mariebjerg Cemetery

William Petersen

1860–1921 (age 61)

Vor Frelsers Kirkegard

William Petersen was a poet whose lyrical honesty and encouragement of fellow writers enriched Danish letters.

Johannes Fibiger

1867–1928 (age 61)

Garnison Cemetery

Otto Liebe

1860–1929 (age 69)

Garnison Cemetery

Otto Liebe exemplified integrity in both law and public service, guiding Denmark through delicate moments with steady le...