Deaths in the 1950s

Marinus Crommelin

1882–1958 (age 76)

Westerveld

Marinus Crommelin's steady presence brought comfort to those around him, and he now rests at Westerveld.

Maria Meijers

1905–1957 (age 52)

Westerveld

Resident of Westerveld in the early twentieth century.

Dirkje van Nugteren

1867–1957 (age 90)

Emaus Cemetery

Dirkje van Nugteren cherished the bonds of family and community through a long life of quiet care, now remembered at Ema...

Adriana Lucretia Magdalena Pruis-Slotemaker

1871–1959 (age 88)

Emaus Cemetery

Long-lived member of Dutch society whose life spanned the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Wilhelm Jakobs

1881–1952 (age 71)

Emaus Cemetery

Wilhelm Jakobs met life's changes with steady resolve, leaving a legacy of reliability and repose at Emaus Cemetery.

Cornelia van den Ende-Kalisvaart

1887–1954 (age 67)

Emaus Cemetery

Dutch resident whose life encompassed the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Pieter Borsboom

1890–1955 (age 65)

Emaus Cemetery

Pieter Borsboom's quiet dedication to those close to him continues to inspire memories shared near Emaus Cemetery.

Willem Frederik Baauw

1898–1953 (age 55)

Emaus Cemetery

Skilled tapestry worker whose craftsmanship exemplified the decorative arts tradition.

Adriana Gijsberdina Baauw-van der Swart

1898–1955 (age 57)

Emaus Cemetery

Adriana Gijsberdina Baauw-van der Swart's warm presence and steadfast care for others endure in thoughts of Emaus Cemete...

Martinus Nijhoff

1894–1953 (age 59)

The Hague (Westduin) General Cemetery

Prominent Dutch writer whose literary works significantly contributed to twentieth-century Dutch letters.

Cornelis Menschaar

1881–1957 (age 76)

The Hague (Westduin) General Cemetery

Cornelis Menschaar's compassionate nature left a lasting imprint on friends and neighbours near The Hague's Westduin Cem...

Jean Louis Chaillet

1889–1958 (age 69)

The Hague (Westduin) General Cemetery

Naval officer whose career served the maritime defense of his nation.

Henriëtte Bosmans

1895–1952 (age 57)

Zorgvlied

Composer Henriëtte Bosmans crafted music of depth and tenderness that continues to resonate while she rests at Zorgvlie...

Cornelis van Hoof

1861–1952 (age 91)

Binnenstad Cemetery

Architect whose designs contributed to the built heritage of the Netherlands.

Lambertus Vincentius Joekes

1884–1959 (age 75)

Moscowa

Lambertus Vincentius Joekes framed life through his lens and his artistry endures in memories shared near Moscowa.

Willem Carel Beels

1889–1958 (age 69)

Binnenstad Cemetery

Dutch banker and financial professional in early twentieth-century Amsterdam.

Jan Nowee

1901–1958 (age 57)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Children's writer Jan Nowee left stories filled with warmth and faith that continue to comfort readers near The Hague Ro...

Albert Hahn jr.

1894–1953 (age 59)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Dutch graphic designer and influential modernist artist.

Ernst Roest

1875–1952 (age 77)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Architect Ernst Roest shaped Amsterdam's built environment with calm order and thoughtful housing solutions.

Jan Kaseger

1902–1951 (age 49)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Dutch military officer and dedicated serviceman.

Han Rozendaal

1900–1959 (age 59)

Begraafplaats Tolsteeg

Head teacher Han Rozendaal led Utrecht classrooms with compassion and quiet strength.

Dien Kes

1907–1953 (age 46)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Dutch writer and literary contributor to twentieth-century Dutch culture.

Antje Schreuder

1887–1952 (age 65)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Biologist Antje Schreuder combined scientific rigor with a deep regard for Amsterdam's natural world.

Huibrecht Regoort

1881–1959 (age 78)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Dutch ship captain and experienced maritime professional.

Annie Jaarsma-de Lange

1887–1958 (age 71)

Zorgvlied

Poet Annie Jaarsma-de Lange gave voice to everyday resilience with lyrical warmth.

Richard van Helvoirt Pel

1873–1950 (age 77)

Zorgvlied

Dutch opera singer and accomplished vocal performer.

Gerhard Greidanus

1887–1958 (age 71)

Zorgvlied

Military officer Gerhard Greidanus served with steadiness and compassion through difficult times.

Joannes Pieter van Tienhoven

1876–1950 (age 74)

Zorgvlied

Dutch banker and financial professional in twentieth-century Amsterdam.

Johannes Anthonie Landman

1912–1956 (age 44)

Zorgvlied

Architect Johannes Anthonie Landman shaped post-war spaces with thoughtful balance.

Anneke van der Mark

1944–1958 (age 14)

Emaus Cemetery

Young woman remembered in mid-twentieth century Netherlands.

Louis Pens

1900–1955 (age 55)

Zorgvlied

Violinist Louis Pens shared music with tenderness and discipline.

Emile Siegmund Enthoven

1873–1950 (age 77)

Zorgvlied

Dutch business executive and commercial professional.

Lodewijk Wezeman

1868–1951 (age 83)

Zorgvlied

Teacher Lodewijk Wezeman inspired generations with steadfast dedication.

Douwe Tot

1886–1959 (age 73)

New General Cemetery West-Terschelling

Dutch ship captain and experienced maritime professional.

Louis Saalborn

1891–1957 (age 66)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Actor Louis Saalborn brought empathy and laughter to stages across Amsterdam.

Wim Gupffert

1894–1958 (age 64)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Dutch association football player from Amsterdam.

Jan Jacob Grootmeijer

1887–1957 (age 70)

Amsterdam New Eastern Cemetery

Association football player Jan Jacob Grootmeijer energised early Dutch football with teamwork.

Jarig van der Wielen

1880–1950 (age 70)

Bakkeveen

Dutch politician active in late nineteenth and early twentieth century politics.

Emile Enthoven

1903–1950 (age 47)

Zorgvlied

Composer Emile Enthoven left a lasting imprint on Amsterdam's musical life.

Arie van Boxtel

1876–1954 (age 78)

Rustoord (cemetery)

Dutch military personnel who served during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Jakob Abraham van Overbeeke

1865–1957 (age 92)

Rustoord (cemetery)

Jakob Abraham van Overbeeke dedicated his long career to the defence of the Netherlands.

Co Brandes

1884–1955 (age 71)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Dutch architect active in late nineteenth and twentieth century design.

Bonifacius Cornelis de Jonge

1875–1958 (age 83)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Bonifacius Cornelis de Jonge was a statesman who shaped Dutch administration in the early 20th century.

Dirkje Menkens - van der Spiegel

1894–1958 (age 64)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Dutch writer whose literary work contributed to twentieth century Dutch culture.

Th.K. van Lohuizen

1890–1956 (age 66)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Architect Th.K. van Lohuizen brought thoughtful design to Dutch public spaces.

Eduard Houbolt

1885–1954 (age 69)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Dutch painter active in late nineteenth and twentieth century artistic movements.

C.M.E. Kuyper

1876–1955 (age 79)

Oud Eik en Duinen

University teacher C.M.E. Kuyper shaped generations of students through steadfast scholarship.

Lydia Edith Eustis

1872–1957 (age 85)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Opera singer whose vocal performances enriched late nineteenth and early twentieth century musical culture.

Adriaan Lieffering

1884–1951 (age 67)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Violinist Adriaan Lieffering brought sensitive artistry to Dutch concert halls.

Willem Jacobus van Gulik

1897–1952 (age 55)

Oud Eik en Duinen

Dutch military officer who served during the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.