Deaths in the 1960s

Anna E. Munch

1876–1960 (age 84)

Vestre Cemetery

Anna E. Munch was a gifted illustrator whose charming imagery brought countless stories to life.

Ellen Aggerholm

1882–1963 (age 81)

Vestre Cemetery

Ellen Aggerholm was a Danish actress whose performances contributed to the development of Danish theater.

Erick Struckmann

1875–1962 (age 87)

Vestre Cemetery

Erick Struckmann was a painter celebrated for his thoughtful compositions and serene palettes.

Ib Eskildsen

1940–1960 (age 20)

Vestre Cemetery

Ib Eskildsen was a Danish association football player who contributed to the early development of organized football in ...

Marius Abel Nielsen Slebsager

1874–1962 (age 88)

Vestre Cemetery

Marius Abel Nielsen Slebsager was a dedicated politician whose thoughtful leadership served the Danish public with integ...

P.A. Rosenkilde Gram

1883–1968 (age 85)

Vestre Cemetery

P.A. Rosenkilde Gram was a Danish architect whose designs contributed to Denmark's built environment.

Vilhelm Lorenzen

1877–1961 (age 84)

Vestre Cemetery

Vilhelm Lorenzen was a respected architectural historian whose lifelong research illuminated Danish architectural herita...

Inger Gautier Schmit

1877–1963 (age 86)

Vestre Cemetery

Inger Gautier Schmit was a Danish politician who contributed to the advancement of women in Danish political life.

Mogens Wieth

1919–1962 (age 43)

Vestre Cemetery

Mogens Wieth was a celebrated actor whose powerful performances endeared him to audiences and colleagues alike.

Eline Eriksen

1881–1963 (age 82)

Vestre Cemetery

Eline Eriksen was a Danish art model whose work contributed to the visual arts in Denmark.

Paul Bergsøe

1872–1963 (age 91)

Vestre Cemetery

Paul Bergsøe was an industrialist respected for his forward-thinking leadership and commitment to the community.

Robert Neiiendam

1880–1966 (age 86)

Vestre Cemetery

Robert Neiiendam was a Danish actor whose performances contributed to the development of Danish theater.

P. S. Rung-Keller

1879–1966 (age 87)

Vestre Cemetery

P. S. Rung-Keller was a composer whose thoughtful music and mentorship enriched Danish cultural life.

Karen Blixen

1885–1962 (age 77)

Rungstedlund

Karen Blixen was a celebrated Danish author whose evocative stories and memoirs captivated readers worldwide.

Prince Axel of Denmark

1888–1964 (age 76)

Bernstorff Palace

Prince Axel of Denmark was a royal diplomat and businessperson known for his steady service and philanthropic spirit.

Ernst Carlsen

1875–1961 (age 86)

Vestre Cemetery

Ernst Carlsen was a respected Danish diplomat whose career reflected his commitment to international relations.

Paul Marstrand

1895–1965 (age 70)

Vestre Cemetery

Paul Marstrand was an architect noted for balancing functionality and beauty in his thoughtful designs.

Olaf Christian Stæhr-Nielsen

1896–1969 (age 73)

Vestre Cemetery

Olaf Christian Stæhr-Nielsen was a Danish sculptor whose works contributed significantly to the nation's artistic herit...

Henrik de Jonquières

1890–1963 (age 73)

Vestre Cemetery

Henrik de Jonquières was a civil servant respected for his principled leadership and dedication to the public good.

Johannes Smith

1899–1967 (age 68)

Vestre Cemetery

Johannes Smith lived through a transformative era in Danish history from 1899 to 1967.

Fridjof von Kaulbach

1901–1968 (age 67)

Assistens Cemetery

Fridjof von Kaulbach was an actor whose compelling stage presence enlivened Danish theatre.

Johanne Feilberg

1878–1960 (age 82)

Assistens Cemetery

Johanne Feilberg was a pioneering Danish physician whose medical practice advanced healthcare in Denmark.

Karen Stampe Bendix

1881–1963 (age 82)

Assistens Cemetery

Karen Stampe Bendix was a screenwriter who brought empathetic storytelling to Danish film.

Paul Fritz Vilhelm Slomann

1885–1962 (age 77)

Assistens Cemetery

Paul Fritz Vilhelm Slomann was a dedicated Danish librarian whose work preserved and organized cultural knowledge.

Julie Vinter Hansen

1890–1960 (age 70)

Vestre Cemetery

Julie Vinter Hansen was an astronomer whose precision and mentorship helped advance Danish science.

Vilhelm Milthers

1865–1962 (age 97)

Vestre Cemetery

Vilhelm Milthers was a prominent Danish geologist whose scientific research advanced geological knowledge.

Jean René Gauguin

1881–1961 (age 80)

Vestre Cemetery

Jean René Gauguin was a sculptor who combined classical and modern touchstones in his expressive work.

Frederik Vinding Kruse

1880–1963 (age 83)

Holmen Cemetery

Frederik Vinding Kruse was a Danish writer whose literary works contributed to the nation's cultural heritage.

Knud Møller

1874–1967 (age 93)

Vestre Cemetery

Knud Møller was a piano maker celebrated for the care and precision of his instruments.

A. Falk-Jensen

1886–1964 (age 78)

Vestre Cemetery

A. Falk-Jensen was a respected Danish jurist whose legal work contributed to Denmark's legal traditions.

Poul Andersen

1889–1966 (age 77)

Vestre Cemetery

Poul Andersen was a bank manager revered for his steady leadership and sound judgment.

Martin le Maire

1867–1962 (age 95)

Vestre Cemetery

Martin le Maire was a Danish writer whose literary contributions enriched the nation's cultural heritage.

Aksel Milthers

1897–1969 (age 72)

Vestre Cemetery

Aksel Milthers was a professor admired for his thoughtful teaching and lasting impact on students.

Svend Hornsyld

1895–1961 (age 66)

Vestre Cemetery

Svend Hornsyld was a Danish film director whose career contributed to the development of Danish cinema in the twentieth ...

Magdalene Hammerich

1885–1967 (age 82)

Vestre Cemetery

Magdalene Hammerich was a painter whose expressive works conveyed delicate emotion.

Emil Terkelsen

1885–1967 (age 82)

Vestre Cemetery

Emil Terkelsen was a Danish civil servant whose career was devoted to public administration and institutional service.

Victor Pürschel

1877–1963 (age 86)

Virum

Victor Pürschel was a judge noted for his integrity and fair-minded service.

Andreas Boje

1882–1966 (age 84)

Assistens Cemetery

Andreas Boje was a Danish writer whose literary works contributed to the cultural heritage of Denmark.

Otto Wadsted

1881–1961 (age 80)

Assistens Cemetery

Otto Wadsted was a diplomat respected for his tact and steady guidance.

Nicha Vendelbo

1893–1960 (age 67)

Assistens Cemetery

Nicha Vendelbo was a Danish actor whose performances contributed to Danish theater and cinema.

Valborg Rasmussen

1872–1961 (age 89)

Assistens Cemetery

Valborg Rasmussen was an actor celebrated for her warmth and range on stage.

Chr. Kirchhoff-Larsen

1880–1965 (age 85)

Assistens Cemetery

Chr. Kirchhoff-Larsen was a Danish author whose literary contributions enriched Danish cultural life.

Jacob E. Bang

1899–1965 (age 66)

Fensmark

Jacob E. Bang was an architect known for designs that married practicality with elegance.

Adam Poulsen

1879–1969 (age 90)

Blistrup

Adam Poulsen was a Danish actor whose long career contributed significantly to Danish theater and film.

Hans Christian Broholm

1893–1966 (age 73)

Bellinge

Hans Christian Broholm was a curator who preserved cultural treasures for posterity.

Phil Baker

1896–1963 (age 67)

Holmen Cemetery

Phil Baker was an actor whose performances contributed to entertainment during the mid-twentieth century.

Kjeld Petersen

1920–1962 (age 42)

Holmen Cemetery

Kjeld Petersen’s affecting presence on stage and screen endeared him to audiences across Denmark.

Hulda Didrichsen

1878–1961 (age 83)

Holmen Cemetery

Hulda Didrichsen was a Danish actress whose performances contributed to Danish theater and early cinema.

Ragna Grubb

1903–1961 (age 58)

Mariebjerg Cemetery

Ragna Grubb’s architecture married modern clarity with a tender regard for the communities she served.

Per Buckhøj

1902–1964 (age 62)

Mariebjerg Cemetery

Per Buckhøj was a Danish screenwriter whose work contributed to the development of Danish cinema.