Deaths in the 1950s

Peter Schannong

1869–1950 (age 81)

Vestre Cemetery

Peter Schannong was a Danish stonemason who lived from 1869 to 1950.

Kirsten Gye Sejg

1901–1954 (age 53)

Vestre Cemetery

Her art mirrored a gentle curiosity, inviting admiration through scenes filled with quiet emotion.

Aage Nuppenau

1881–1955 (age 74)

Vestre Cemetery

Aage Nuppenau was a Danish actor who lived from 1881 to 1955.

Richard Fossum

1893–1957 (age 64)

Vestre Cemetery

His compassionate storytelling brought depth to cinema, creating enduring films that touched many hearts.

Artom Rand

1880–1956 (age 76)

Vestre Cemetery

Artom Rand was a Danish merchant who lived from 1880 to 1956.

Niels Olesen

1881–1956 (age 75)

Vestre Cemetery

He brought thoughtful clarity to the law, always prioritizing fairness and the dignity of justice.

Paul Læssøe Müller

1878–1957 (age 79)

Vestre Cemetery

Aage Bang

1891–1955 (age 64)

Vestre Cemetery

He inspired vibrant productions with a steady hand and a generous spirit toward every collaborator.

Ove Huus

1884–1954 (age 70)

Vestre Cemetery

Carl Harald Brummer

1864–1953 (age 89)

Gentofte Kirkegård

His designs married craftsmanship with humane detail, leaving architecture that still welcomes and inspires.

Agnes Smidt

1874–1952 (age 78)

Hviding Church

Olaf Rude

1886–1957 (age 71)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

His expressive art captured serene landscapes and continues to be celebrated for its luminous sensitivity.

Godtfred Skjerne

1880–1955 (age 75)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Margrethe Koch

1869–1951 (age 82)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

She offered steadfast comfort and advocacy, lifting many spirits with her compassionate care.

Thora Constantin-Hansen

1867–1954 (age 87)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Erik Lassen

1893–1951 (age 58)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

He embodied characters with sincerity, leaving audiences moved by his attentive presence.

Oscar Geismar

1877–1950 (age 73)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Aage Bojesen

1881–1951 (age 70)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

He comforted children and families with calm expertise, shaping pediatric care through compassion.

Alexis J. Prior

1877–1955 (age 78)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Laust Jevsen Moltesen

1865–1950 (age 85)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Laust Jevsen Moltesen was a devoted politician whose principled leadership shaped Danish public life.

Carl Trock-Madsen

1891–1953 (age 62)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

C. L. Feilberg

1881–1957 (age 76)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

C. L. Feilberg was an engineer who brought innovation and careful craftsmanship to his community.

Thomas Frølund

1883–1957 (age 74)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

C. G. Schultz

1905–1958 (age 53)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

C. G. Schultz was an architect dedicated to thoughtful, enduring design.

Ruth Bryan Owen

1885–1954 (age 69)

Ordrup Cemetery

Ferdinand Salling

1880–1953 (age 73)

Nordre Cemetery

Ferdinand Salling was a businessperson whose entrepreneurial vision strengthened Danish retail traditions.

Peter Holm

1873–1950 (age 77)

Nordre Cemetery

Rudolf Frimodt Clausen

1861–1950 (age 89)

Nordre Cemetery

Rudolf Frimodt Clausen was an architect celebrated for balancing innovation with dignified design.

Niels Jensen

1890–1952 (age 62)

Nordre Cemetery

Carl Holst-Knudsen

1886–1956 (age 70)

Nordre Cemetery

Carl Holst-Knudsen was a lawyer known for integrity and steadfast civic responsibility.

Niels Barnow

1876–1955 (age 79)

Nordre Cemetery

Viggo Stender

1883–1954 (age 71)

Nordre Cemetery

Viggo Stender was a painter whose sensitive work moved and inspired many.

Valdemar Holbøll

1871–1954 (age 83)

Garnison Cemetery

Julius Hartmann

1881–1951 (age 70)

Garnison Cemetery

Julius Hartmann was a physicist whose thoughtful inquiry advanced scientific understanding.

T.J. Wørishøffer

1870–1953 (age 83)

Garnison Cemetery

Svend Nielsen

1891–1958 (age 67)

Garnison Cemetery

Svend Nielsen was a film producer who supported meaningful stories with artistic integrity.

Leonce Mahaut

1875–1950 (age 75)

Garnison Cemetery

Otto Thune Jacobsen

1871–1957 (age 86)

Garnison Cemetery

Otto Thune Jacobsen was a theologian recognized for his compassionate, reflective service.

Marie Brandstrup

1894–1955 (age 61)

Garnison Cemetery

Herman Anker Bernhoft

1869–1958 (age 89)

Vestre Katolske Kirkegård

Diplomat Herman Anker Bernhoft represented Denmark with calm resolve over a distinguished career.

Maren Sørensen

1882–1957 (age 75)

Lønborg Church

Erik Henning-Jensen

1887–1954 (age 67)

Vestre Katolske Kirkegård

Actor Erik Henning-Jensen was celebrated for his graceful presence and thoughtful performances.

Karen Henning-Jensen

1899–1957 (age 58)

Vestre Katolske Kirkegård

Peder Møller

1898–1958 (age 60)

Vestre Cemetery

Teacher Peder Møller inspired students with a patient devotion to learning.

Axel Frische

1877–1956 (age 79)

Hellerup Cemetery

Ingeborg Pehrson

1886–1950 (age 64)

Hellerup Cemetery

Actor Ingeborg Pehrson was celebrated for her sensitive portrayals and commanding stagecraft.

Gustav Brøndsted

1885–1959 (age 74)

Hellerup Cemetery

Hother A. Paludan

1871–1956 (age 85)

Hellerup Cemetery

Architect Hother A. Paludan left a lasting imprint on Copenhagen through thoughtful design.

Otto Bang

1883–1950 (age 67)

Hellerup Cemetery

Jonathan Leunbach

1884–1955 (age 71)

Hellerup Cemetery

Physician Jonathan Leunbach was devoted to expanding access to public health care.