Deaths in the 1960s

Johannes Grini

1883–1961 (age 78)

Veldre Church

Nordic combined skier Johannes Grini was a dedicated athlete remembered near Veldre Church.

August Bonsak

1885–1960 (age 75)

Old Aker Cemetery

Olav Bjørnstad

1882–1963 (age 81)

Gamlebyen gravlund

Coxswain Olav Bjørnstad led his crews with steady guidance and is remembered at Gamlebyen gravlund.

Alfred B. Skar

1896–1969 (age 73)

Gamlebyen gravlund

Eugen Nielsen

1884–1963 (age 79)

Old Aker Cemetery

Architect Eugen Nielsen is remembered for his thoughtful contributions to Norway’s built environment at Old Aker Cemet...

Ulrik Hendriksen

1891–1960 (age 69)

Old Aker Cemetery

Peter Daniel Hofflund

1897–1967 (age 70)

Old Aker Cemetery

Architect Peter Daniel Hofflund is remembered near Old Aker Cemetery for his careful and practical designs.

Aksel Helmen

1886–1966 (age 80)

Granavollen

Betsy Schirmer

1890–1968 (age 78)

Old Aker Cemetery

Sculptor Betsy Schirmer is remembered at Old Aker Cemetery for the sensitive artistry of her work.

Ragnvald Væring

1884–1960 (age 76)

Old Aker Cemetery

Anna Kjærnet

1883–1966 (age 83)

Gamlebyen gravlund

Composer Anna Kjærnet is remembered for her lyrical contributions to Norway’s musical heritage at Gamlebyen gravlund.

Alf Seweriin

1909–1961 (age 52)

Old Aker Cemetery

Hans Klausen

1892–1964 (age 72)

Eidsfoss Church

Politician Hans Klausen is remembered for his steady public service at Eidsfoss Church.

Elizabeth Stephansen

1872–1961 (age 89)

Solheim cemetery

Gustav Natvig-Pedersen

1893–1965 (age 72)

Lagård cemetery

Politician Gustav Natvig-Pedersen is remembered for his thoughtful public service at Lagård cemetery.

Gjert E. Bonde

1885–1966 (age 81)

Solheim cemetery

Norman Iversen

1910–1964 (age 54)

Solheim cemetery

Politician Norman Iversen is remembered at Solheim cemetery for his dedication to fair and thoughtful public service.

Sveinung O. Flaaten

1898–1962 (age 64)

Lisleherad Church

Gabriel Dahl

1889–1963 (age 74)

Solheim cemetery

Painter Gabriel Dahl is remembered at Solheim cemetery for his reflective depictions of everyday life.

Johannes Dahl

1872–1960 (age 88)

Skurdalen

Holger Stjern

1888–1968 (age 80)

Revsnes

Holger Stjern was a dedicated politician who gave voice to Revsnes and its neighbors.

Michael Malvin Michaelsen

1889–1966 (age 77)

Lagård cemetery

Johan Marnburg

1882–1966 (age 84)

Lagård cemetery

Johan Marnburg served with calm determination to bridge communities and government.

Annemis Helland-Hansen

1881–1963 (age 82)

Solheim cemetery

Marie Hamsun

1881–1969 (age 88)

Eide Church

Marie Hamsun was a cherished actor whose thoughtful portrayals touched many.

Arne Fjellbu

1890–1962 (age 72)

Domkirkegården

Gabriel Kielland

1871–1960 (age 89)

Domkirkegården

Gabriel Kielland crafted architectural works that married tradition with thoughtful innovation.

Olaf Sverressøn Klingenberg

1886–1968 (age 82)

Domkirkegården

Gunnar Stabell

1885–1964 (age 79)

Domkirkegården

Gunnar Stabell was an architect who blended technical skill with timeless elegance.

Peter Syse

1888–1965 (age 77)

Nøtterøy Church

Karl Johan Edvardsen

1883–1963 (age 80)

Kjose Church

Karl Johan Edvardsen guided ships with steady resolve and a generous spirit.

Anders Endreson Skrondal

1891–1968 (age 77)

Øksendal Church

Erling Tambs

1888–1967 (age 79)

Larvik Civil Cemetery

Erling Tambs wrote movingly of the sea, capturing its wonder and challenge.

Johan Andersen

1902–1968 (age 66)

Horten kapell og kirkegård

Kristoffer Skåne Grytnes

1887–1965 (age 78)

Horten kapell og kirkegård

Kristoffer Skåne Grytnes served with integrity and a deep respect for democratic ideals.

Marie Skau

1890–1966 (age 76)

Horten kapell og kirkegård

Kristian Albert Christiansen

1888–1966 (age 78)

Larvik Civil Cemetery

Kristian Albert Christiansen was a politician who sought fair, dignified solutions for all.

Halvard Christian Sollie

1886–1969 (age 83)

Horten kapell og kirkegård

Ole Hallesby

1879–1961 (age 82)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Ole Hallesby was a writer whose thoughtful reflections encouraged spiritual contemplation.

Helga Eng

1875–1966 (age 91)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Ole Berg

1890–1968 (age 78)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Ole Berg remained a steady military officer whose quiet dedication served his country faithfully.

Olaf Helset

1892–1960 (age 68)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Anders Melteig

1883–1967 (age 84)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Anders Melteig was a referee admired for fairness and calm judgement.

Finn Krafft

1895–1967 (age 72)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Hans Amundsen

1885–1967 (age 82)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Hans Amundsen devoted his life to thoughtful political service.

Hans Møller Gasmann

1872–1961 (age 89)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Knut Monssen Nordanger

1883–1965 (age 82)

Grefsen cemetery

Knut Monssen Nordanger inspired generations as a devoted teacher.

Leonard Syvertsen

1901–1966 (age 65)

Bragernes Cemetery

Karl Teigen

1884–1969 (age 85)

Grefsen cemetery

Karl Teigen preserved moments through his sensitive eye behind the camera.

Ragnhild Væring Teigen

1877–1966 (age 89)

Grefsen cemetery

Ragnhild Væring Teigen was a pioneering Norwegian photographer whose work documented early 20th-century life and cultur...