Deaths in the 1960s

Sven Holger Schou

1877–1961 (age 84)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Sven Holger Schou rendered landscapes and figures with a contemplative light that continues to inspire admirers.

Axel Rosendal

1883–1966 (age 83)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Axel Rosendal was a Danish presbyter dedicated to religious service and spiritual leadership.

H. Hjorth-Nielsen

1878–1963 (age 85)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

H. Hjorth-Nielsen was a dedicated curator whose work helped make cultural heritage meaningful to future generations.

Hertha Skaarup

1878–1961 (age 83)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Hertha Skaarup was a Danish actor whose career spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Ivan Stamm

1888–1969 (age 81)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

Ivan Stamm carried out his duties as an attorney-in-fact with integrity and thoughtful care for those he served.

Arnold Peter Møller

1876–1965 (age 89)

Hellerup Cemetery

Arnold Peter Møller was a Danish entrepreneur whose business ventures contributed to Denmark's economic growth.

Alice O'Fredericks

1900–1968 (age 68)

Hellerup Cemetery

Alice O'Fredericks crafted screenplays filled with warmth and humanity that continue to touch audiences.

Knud Asbjørn Wieth-Knudsen

1878–1962 (age 84)

Hellerup Cemetery

Knud Asbjørn Wieth-Knudsen was a Danish composer whose works enriched the nation's cultural heritage.

Grete Frische

1911–1962 (age 51)

Hellerup Cemetery

Grete Frische was known for her nuanced screenplays that captured the complexities of everyday life.

Kristian Hindhede

1891–1969 (age 78)

Hellerup Cemetery

Kristian Hindhede was a Danish businessperson whose entrepreneurial efforts contributed to Denmark's economic developmen...

Ejnar Thorsen

1890–1965 (age 75)

Hellerup Cemetery

Ejnar Thorsen led with vision and compassion, supporting enterprises that strengthened the local community.

Gerda Laub

1890–1968 (age 78)

Hellerup Cemetery

Gerda Laub was a Danish woman who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Gudrun Lorenzen

1904–1968 (age 64)

Fredens Kirkegård

Gudrun Lorenzen painted with a sincere eye for light and emotion, honoring everyday beauty in her work.

Rasmus Andreasen Hansen

1885–1967 (age 82)

Church of Peace

Rasmus Andreasen Hansen was a Danish military officer who served his nation with dedication.

Christian Christensen

1882–1960 (age 78)

Blovstrød Church

Christian Christensen wrote with intelligence and empathy, contributing meaningful perspectives to Danish letters.

Erik Zahle

1898–1969 (age 71)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Erik Zahle was a Danish writer whose literary contributions enriched Denmark's cultural heritage.

Jan Bjørn Willumsen

1891–1964 (age 73)

Brønshøj Church

Jan Bjørn Willumsen painted luminous landscapes and intimate portraits that celebrated the calm beauty of Danish life.

Valdemar Johan Heinrich Nordmann

1872–1962 (age 90)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Valdemar Johan Heinrich Nordmann was a Danish paleomalacologist whose research advanced the study of fossil mollusks.

Sten Gudme

1901–1961 (age 60)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Sten Gudme was a journalist who brought thoughtful coverage of civic life to his readers.

Carl Gad

1890–1962 (age 72)

Bispebjerg Cemetery

Carl Gad was a Danish editor whose work in journalism shaped Denmark's media landscape.

Hans Christian Branner

1903–1966 (age 63)

Hørsholm Kirkegård

Hans Christian Branner was a screenwriter whose narratives explored the depths of human relationships.

Anna Scharffenberg

1876–1962 (age 86)

Hørsholm Kirkegård

Anna Scharffenberg was a Danish singer whose vocal talents enriched Denmark's musical heritage.

Jonathan Smith

1877–1968 (age 91)

Hellerup Cemetery

Jonathan Smith was a dentist known for his gentle care and dedication to his patients.

Valdemar Hansen

1881–1967 (age 86)

Hellerup Cemetery

Valdemar Hansen was a dedicated Danish librarian whose career spanned the early twentieth century.

Niels Petersen

1866–1962 (age 96)

Hellerup Cemetery

Niels Petersen was a bookbinder who preserved treasured volumes with meticulous craft.

Niels Juel-Brockdorff

1878–1964 (age 86)

Hellerup Cemetery

Niels Juel-Brockdorff was a distinguished Danish naval officer who served the Royal Danish Navy with honor.

Holger Prytz

1889–1961 (age 72)

Hellerup Cemetery

Holger Prytz was a wholesaler admired for his fairness and partnership with local businesses.

Hector Kiær

1895–1969 (age 74)

Hellerup Cemetery

Hector Kiær was a respected Danish director who contributed significantly to Danish film and theater.

Johanne Christiansen

1882–1968 (age 86)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Johanne Christiansen was a physician devoted to compassionate care and public health.

Einer Andersen

1880–1963 (age 83)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Einer Andersen was a dedicated Danish teacher who devoted his career to educating young minds.

Herbert P.A. Jerichow

1889–1967 (age 78)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Herbert P.A. Jerichow was a jurist respected for his integrity and steady guidance.

Knud Brøndsted

1887–1966 (age 79)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Knud Brøndsted was a talented Danish painter who contributed to the nation's artistic heritage.

Povl Roepstorff

1881–1963 (age 82)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Povl Roepstorff was a bank officer known for his reliable service and thoughtful counsel.

Louis Hjelmslev

1899–1965 (age 66)

Ordrup Cemetery

Louis Hjelmslev was a pioneering Danish linguist whose theories revolutionized the study of language.

Hans Kirk

1898–1962 (age 64)

Ordrup Cemetery

Hans Kirk was a writer whose empathetic works shed light on rural and urban lives alike.

Otto Gelsted

1888–1968 (age 80)

Ordrup Cemetery

Otto Gelsted was a distinguished Danish poet whose literary works enriched Danish cultural heritage.

Arvid Müller

1906–1964 (age 58)

Ordrup Cemetery

His scripts helped shape mid-century Danish cinema with empathy and polished craft.

Frederik Hegel

1880–1961 (age 81)

Ordrup Cemetery

Frederik Hegel was a respected Danish director who contributed to the advancement of Danish culture.

Aage Højland Christensen

1902–1961 (age 59)

Ordrup Cemetery

Aage Højland Christensen exemplified steady military leadership rooted in duty and care for his fellow citizens.

Thorvald Pedersen

1887–1961 (age 74)

Ordrup Cemetery

Thorvald Pedersen was a dedicated Danish pharmacist who served his community with professional excellence.

Kay Fisker

1893–1965 (age 72)

Søllerød Cemetery

Kay Fisker is remembered as a pioneer of Danish modernist architecture whose humane designs still serve communities toda...

Aage Winther-Jørgensen

1900–1967 (age 67)

Søllerød Cemetery

Aage Winther-Jørgensen was a talented Danish actor who contributed to Danish theater and film.

Emilius Bangert

1883–1962 (age 79)

Søllerød Cemetery

Emilius Bangert enriched Danish sacred and concert music with lyrical warmth.

Georg Christensen

1877–1966 (age 89)

Søllerød Cemetery

Bertha Dorph

1875–1960 (age 85)

Søllerød Cemetery

Bertha Dorph painted intimate scenes that celebrated everyday grace.

Hans Ellekilde

1891–1966 (age 75)

Søllerød Cemetery

Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen

1886–1960 (age 74)

Søllerød Cemetery

Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen was an architect who balanced practical needs with elegant detailing.

Frederik Schack-Jensen

1877–1963 (age 86)

Søllerød Cemetery

Hedvig Collin

1880–1964 (age 84)

Søllerød Cemetery

Hedvig Collin brought stories to life with playful, heartfelt illustration.

Volmer Gyth

1902–1965 (age 63)

Søllerød Cemetery