Deaths in the 1920s

Anton Michiel van der Does de Bye

1843–1924 (age 81)

The Hague General Cemetery

Anton Michiel van der Does de Bye displayed calm leadership as a military officer in a time of transition.

Hermanus Franciscus Ambrosius Giesbers

1843–1923 (age 80)

The Hague General Cemetery

Hermanus Franciscus Ambrosius Giesbers was a Dutch military healthcare officer based in The Hague.

Cornelis Volkert Doorschodt

1842–1924 (age 82)

The Hague General Cemetery

Cornelis Volkert Doorschodt maintained steadfast service within the military throughout his career.

Karel Willem Hendrik Jeltes

1876–1922 (age 46)

The Hague General Cemetery

Karel Willem Hendrik Jeltes was a Dutch military officer who served in The Hague.

Jan Bernard van Heek

1863–1923 (age 60)

Enschede Eastern General Cemetery

Jan Bernard van Heek enriched public life by sharing his art collection with the community.

Frans Phlippeau

1861–1928 (age 67)

Begraafplaats Buitenveldert

Frans Phlippeau was a Dutch opera singer who performed throughout the Netherlands.

Klaas Daamen

1838–1921 (age 83)

Binnenstad Cemetery

Klaas Daamen wrote with compassion and helped shape the literary landscape of his time.

Karel van Lennep

1866–1923 (age 57)

Westerveld

Karel van Lennep was a Dutch figure of social prominence associated with Westerveld.

Antonius Albertus van Beek

1876–1923 (age 47)

Westerveld

Antonius Albertus van Beek preserved art for future generations through his thoughtful collection.

Jhr. H. Teixeira de Mattos

1867–1924 (age 57)

Westerveld

Jhr. H. Teixeira de Mattos was a Dutch banker active in Westerveld.

Annie Hermine Hogan

1854–1924 (age 70)

Westerveld

Annie Hermine Hogan is remembered for her steady kindness and care.

Clemens Haro Beels

1864–1927 (age 63)

Westerveld

Clemens Haro Beels was a Dutch university teacher active in Westerveld.

Jan Roelof Cornelis Kiewiet de Jonge

1861–1927 (age 66)

Westerveld

Jan Roelof Cornelis Kiewiet de Jonge was revered for his steady presence in Westerveld's community.

Willem Sonneveld

1863–1926 (age 63)

Westerveld

Willem Sonneveld was a Dutch jurist whose legal work contributed to Dutch jurisprudence.

H.G. van Wijngaarden

1876–1929 (age 53)

Westerveld

H.G. van Wijngaarden shared solace as a preacher with compassionate guidance.

David Rutgers van Rozenburg

1854–1929 (age 75)

Westerveld

David Rutgers van Rozenburg was a Dutch gentleman who lived from 1854 to 1929.

Daniël Josephus Jitta

1854–1925 (age 71)

Westerveld

Daniël Josephus Jitta championed justice through principled legal service.

Waalko Jans Dingemans sr.

1873–1925 (age 52)

Westerveld

Waalko Jans Dingemans sr. was a Dutch painter who lived from 1873 to 1925.

Jan Bos

1868–1920 (age 52)

Westerveld

Jan Bos championed steady governance and rural communities throughout his public service in Westerveld.

Joan Muysken

1866–1928 (age 62)

Westerveld

Joan Muysken was a Dutch mechanical engineer who lived from 1866 to 1928.

J.D. Matthieu

1865–1926 (age 61)

Westerveld

J.D. Matthieu preserved the quiet dignity of his era through his sensitively composed photography.

E. S. Orobio de Castro

1875–1926 (age 51)

Westerveld

E. S. Orobio de Castro was a Dutch writer who lived from 1875 to 1926.

Jan Toorop

1858–1928 (age 70)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Jan Toorop bridged realism and symbolism through expressive engravings that continue to inspire reflection.

Teun Struycken

1873–1923 (age 50)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Teun Struycken was a Dutch jurist who lived from 1873 to 1923.

Anton Sistermans

1865–1926 (age 61)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Anton Sistermans lent his lyrical baritone to heartfelt interpretations that touched audiences across Europe.

Jacob Frederik Klinkhamer

1854–1928 (age 74)

Westerveld

Jacob Frederik Klinkhamer was a Dutch architect who lived from 1854 to 1928.

Jan Willem Cornelis Tellegen

1859–1921 (age 62)

Westerveld

Jan Willem Cornelis Tellegen advanced municipal reform with thoughtful leadership and care for his community.

Jacob Theodoor Cremer

1847–1923 (age 76)

Westerveld

Jacob Theodoor Cremer was a Dutch politician who lived from 1847 to 1923.

Lodewijk David Cornelis de Lannoy

1858–1922 (age 64)

Westerveld

Lodewijk David Cornelis de Lannoy embodied quiet steadiness throughout his devoted military service.

Carel Steven Adama van Scheltema

1877–1924 (age 47)

Westerveld

Carel Steven Adama van Scheltema was a Dutch writer who lived from 1877 to 1924.

Hendrik Jan Elhorst

1861–1924 (age 63)

Westerveld

Hendrik Jan Elhorst shaped young minds with rigorous scholarship and compassionate guidance.

Johannes Diderik van der Waals

1837–1923 (age 86)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Johannes Diderik van der Waals was a Dutch physicist whose scientific discoveries profoundly influenced modern physics.

George Hendrik Breitner

1857–1923 (age 66)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

George Hendrik Breitner captured Amsterdam’s vibrancy through painting and photography with passionate immediacy.

Jacqueline E. van der Waals

1868–1922 (age 54)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Jacqueline E. van der Waals was a Dutch writer who lived from 1868 to 1922.

Peter Hermanus van der Wedden

1852–1929 (age 77)

Rustoord (cemetery)

Peter Hermanus van der Wedden led with calm resolve, balancing military discipline with deep compassion.

Johan Louis Emile Franssen

1869–1927 (age 58)

Rustoord (cemetery)

A military officer whose career spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Maria Maarleveld-van West

1834–1920 (age 86)

Emaus Cemetery

Maria Maarleveld-van West embodied quiet generosity that strengthened her community through everyday kindness.

Hugorina Kijnen-Stam

1835–1921 (age 86)

Emaus Cemetery

A woman whose life extended from the early 19th century through the post-World War I era.

Jan de Jong

1845–1928 (age 83)

Emaus Cemetery

Jan de Jong was a seasoned sailor whose steady resolve guided countless voyages.

Johanna de Zeeuw

1869–1921 (age 52)

Emaus Cemetery

A woman who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the Netherlands.

Maria Neeltje de Jong

1873–1929 (age 56)

Emaus Cemetery

Maria Neeltje de Jong was a beloved presence whose quiet generosity anchored her circle of friends and family.

Jannetje Stahlie

1896–1923 (age 27)

Emaus Cemetery

A young woman whose life spanned the turn of the 20th century.

Johannes Dirk Roukens

1875–1926 (age 51)

Rustoord (cemetery)

Johannes Dirk Roukens served with dedication as a military officer and is remembered for his steady leadership.

Herman Heijermans

1864–1924 (age 60)

Zorgvlied

A prominent Dutch writer whose works explored social themes and human experience.

Vic Gonsalves

1887–1922 (age 35)

Zorgvlied

Vic Gonsalves played with energy and spirit that inspired teammates and fans alike.

August Allebé

1838–1927 (age 89)

Zorgvlied

A 19th-century writer whose work contributed to Dutch cultural and intellectual life.

Cateau Esser

1858–1923 (age 65)

Zorgvlied

Cateau Esser shared the grace of her voice with audiences, lifting spirits through song.

Wilhelmina van der Horst-van der Lugt Melsert

1871–1928 (age 57)

Zorgvlied

An accomplished actor who performed during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Johanna van Gogh-Bonger

1862–1925 (age 63)

Zorgvlied

Johanna van Gogh-Bonger preserved and promoted her brother-in-law's art while nurturing a circle of writers.

Eduard Cuypers

1859–1927 (age 68)

Zorgvlied

A notable architect whose designs influenced the built landscape of the Netherlands.