Deaths in the 1940s

Lies Odinot-Pruis

1899–1948 (age 49)

Westerveld

Lies Odinot-Pruis (1899–1948) was a dentist who served the Westerveld community throughout the twentieth century.

Dirk Willemsen

1900–1944 (age 44)

Westerveld

Dirk Willemsen devoted his life to guiding and inspiring students as a teacher.

Pieter Bierens de Haan

1869–1941 (age 72)

Westerveld

Pieter Bierens de Haan (1869–1941) was a physician who served the Westerveld community with professional dedication.

Johannes Hendricus de Bois

1878–1946 (age 68)

Westerveld

Johannes Hendricus de Bois devoted himself to the craft of publishing, enriching cultural life through the printed word.

Carolus Johannes Asselbergs

1869–1949 (age 80)

Zuylen Cemetery

Carolus Johannes Asselbergs (1869–1949) was a chairperson who provided leadership at Zuylen Cemetery for many decades.

M. Hamerster

1888–1940 (age 52)

Westerveld

M. Hamerster served with steadfast integrity as a regent.

Jules Theodore Alting von Geusau

1881–1940 (age 59)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Jules Theodore Alting von Geusau (1881–1940) was a writer who contributed to Dutch literature during the early twentie...

Albert Richards

1919–1945 (age 26)

Milsbeek War Cemetery

Albert Richards shared his compassion and insight with the world through his paintings.

Willem Bijlard

1875–1940 (age 65)

Daalseweg cemetery

Willem Bijlard (1875–1940) was an architect who contributed to the built environment of the Netherlands during the ear...

Nicolaas Arie Bouwman

1854–1941 (age 87)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Nicolaas Arie Bouwman enriched the world with compositions that resonated with depth and emotion.

Charles Clement Musch

1869–1945 (age 76)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Charles Clement Musch (1869–1945) was a military officer who served the Netherlands throughout a transformative histor...

Wilhelm August Paul Schüffner

1867–1949 (age 82)

Westerveld

Wilhelm August Paul Schüffner documented life with a thoughtful eye through his photography.

Pieter Weij

1903–1943 (age 40)

Westerveld

Pieter Weij (1903–1943) was a Dutch resistance fighter who sacrificed his life in the struggle against Nazi occupation...

Hermannus van Tongeren sr.

1876–1941 (age 65)

Westerveld

Hermannus van Tongeren sr. is honored for his steadfast service as a military officer.

Jan de Pagter

1898–1944 (age 46)

Westerveld

Dutch resistance fighter who courageously opposed Nazi occupation during World War II.

Reina Prinsen Geerligs

1922–1943 (age 21)

Westerveld

Reina Prinsen Geerligs used her writing to reflect on the world with courage and clarity.

Johannes van den Broek

1882–1946 (age 64)

Westerveld

Dutch engineer from Westerveld who contributed to technical advancement in the Netherlands.

Walrave Boissevain

1876–1944 (age 68)

Westerveld

Walrave Boissevain served Westerveld with steady leadership and a commitment to democratic ideals.

Rosy Wertheim

1888–1949 (age 61)

Westerveld

Dutch composer whose works contributed to the cultural and musical heritage of the Netherlands.

Fritz Kaufmann

1875–1941 (age 66)

Westerveld

Fritz Kaufmann brought compassion and thoughtful care to psychiatry in Westerveld.

Abel Labouchere

1860–1940 (age 80)

Westerveld

Director from Westerveld who contributed to his community throughout his career.

Jan Walig

1860–1943 (age 83)

Westerveld

Jan Walig devoted himself to attentive civic leadership in Westerveld.

Anna Maria du Mée

1862–1949 (age 87)

Westerveld

Dedicated nurse from Westerveld who served her community with compassion and skill.

Cornelis Mijnlieff

1871–1945 (age 74)

Westerveld

Cornelis Mijnlieff was a trusted physician who cared for families across Westerveld.

Steffen Lambert Brug

1879–1946 (age 67)

Westerveld

Physician from Westerveld who served his community with medical expertise and care.

Jan Roorda

1893–1947 (age 54)

Westerveld

Jan Roorda risked everything as a resistance fighter dedicated to freedom in Westerveld.

Betsy van den Bergh-Willing

1867–1946 (age 79)

Westerveld

Member of the Westerveld community whose life spanned from 1867 to 1946.

Johannes Leendert Tadema

1874–1949 (age 75)

Westerveld

Dean Johannes Leendert Tadema encouraged learning and community stewardship in Westerveld.

Rein Witteveen

1893–1942 (age 49)

Westerveld

Printer from Westerveld who contributed to the dissemination of information and ideas.

Jan Barendregt

1881–1944 (age 63)

Westerveld

Jan Barendregt’s wartime collaboration invites reflection on the moral challenges faced during conflict.

Andreas Hohwü Jr.

1872–1943 (age 71)

Westerveld

Skilled instrument maker from Westerveld known for precision and craftsmanship.

Jan van Nifterik

1879–1948 (age 69)

Westerveld

Jan van Nifterik championed local entrepreneurship and economic growth in Westerveld.

Josine Elise Labouchère

1889–1948 (age 59)

Westerveld

Member of the Westerveld community whose life spanned from 1889 to 1948.

Anna Elize Homans

1871–1943 (age 72)

Westerveld

Anna Elize Homans was a steadfast presence in the Westerveld community.

Cecilia Louise Boissevain

1875–1944 (age 69)

Westerveld

Dutch woman who lived through the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Hans van Koetsveld

1918–1944 (age 26)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Hans van Koetsveld is honored among resistance fighters for his courageous stand at Begraafplaats Tolsteeg.

Klaas Postma

1904–1944 (age 40)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Dutch resistance fighter who died in 1944 during the Nazi occupation.

Hans-Leo Fischer

1897–1944 (age 47)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Photographer whose keen eye once held the fragile beauty of everyday life before war cut his journey short.

Bertus Meulenkamp

1918–1944 (age 26)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Young Dutch resistance fighter who died in 1944 fighting against Nazi occupation.

Bob van Oorschot

1919–1944 (age 25)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Resistance fighter who joined comrades in the struggle for freedom and paid the ultimate price.

Ton Hegge

1920–1944 (age 24)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Dutch resistance fighter who died in 1944 at age 24.

Karel Keizer

1911–1944 (age 33)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Resistance fighter whose calm bravery supported others in a time of great peril.

Christiaan Kerkhof

1900–1944 (age 44)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Dutch carpenter who lived through the Second World War and died in 1944.

Cornelis Heij

1919–1944 (age 25)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Resistance fighter whose sense of duty kept hope alive during conflict.

Wim Anderiesen

1903–1944 (age 41)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Dutch association football player who died in 1944.

Jan Frederik Staal

1879–1940 (age 61)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Architect whose designs brought balance and elegance to the city he loved.

Diederik Korteweg

1848–1941 (age 93)

Zorgvlied

Prominent Dutch mathematician whose work advanced mathematical scholarship in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Cissy van Marxveldt

1889–1948 (age 59)

Zorgvlied

Writer of beloved tales that encouraged countless young readers to dream and explore.

Frans van Eijk

1918–1945 (age 27)

IJsselhof Crematorium and Cemetery

Dutch Engelandvaarder who died in 1945 fighting for liberation from Nazi occupation.

Keesje Brijde

1931–1944 (age 13)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Young soul remembered for the quiet promise of her years.