Deaths in the 1960s

Christian Ludwig Rümke

1898–1964 (age 66)

Westerveld

Rad Kortenhorst

1886–1963 (age 77)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Rad Kortenhorst was a writer whose thoughtful words encouraged dialogue and deeper understanding.

Alexander Cornelis Sandkuyl

1886–1964 (age 78)

The Hague Roman Catholic Cemetery

Alexander Cornelis Sandkuyl was a reserve officer who served with distinction until his death in 1964.

Henri Frédéric Boot

1877–1963 (age 86)

Westerveld

Henri Frédéric Boot was a painter whose calm, attentive work encouraged others to see the beauty in everyday life.

Barend Coenraad Petrus Jansen

1884–1962 (age 78)

Westerveld

Barend Coenraad Petrus Jansen was a chemist whose scientific contributions shaped his era until his death in 1962.

Piet Kramer

1881–1961 (age 80)

Westerveld

Piet Kramer crafted expressive, socially minded buildings that remain landmarks of the Amsterdam School.

Fred Plevier

1929–1965 (age 36)

Westerveld

Fred Plevier was a comedian who entertained audiences with his talent until his death in 1965.

Janneke Ducro-Kruijer

1925–1968 (age 43)

Westerveld

Janneke Ducro-Kruijer carved intimate, expressive sculptures that reflected a compassionate artistic vision.

Gerrit David Gratama

1874–1965 (age 91)

Westerveld

Gerrit David Gratama was a painter whose artistic contributions enriched the cultural landscape until his death in 1965.

George van den Bergh

1890–1966 (age 76)

Westerveld

George van den Bergh enlightened Dutch astronomy with research and public engagement.

Anne Anema

1872–1966 (age 94)

Westerveld

Anne Anema was a lawyer whose professional dedication and legal expertise served his community until his death in 1966.

Fred Carasso

1899–1969 (age 70)

Westerveld

Fred Carasso created energetic sculptures that celebrated movement and modernity.

Egbert Adriaan Kreiken

1896–1964 (age 68)

Westerveld

Egbert Adriaan Kreiken was an astronomer whose scientific observations contributed to astronomical knowledge until his d...

Edzard van Holthe

1896–1967 (age 71)

Westerveld

Edzard van Holthe exemplified steadfast military service during challenging times.

Werner Blumenberg

1900–1965 (age 65)

Westerveld

Werner Blumenberg was a historian whose scholarly work enriched historical understanding until his death in 1965.

Evert Vermeer

1910–1960 (age 50)

Westerveld

Evert Vermeer championed principled, compassionate public service in Dutch politics.

Johanna Westerdijk

1883–1961 (age 78)

Westerveld

Johanna Westerdijk was a university teacher whose educational legacy influenced students and scholars until her death in...

Rosa Spier

1891–1967 (age 76)

Westerveld

Rosa Spier shared her harp’s lyricism with audiences and students alike.

Anton Frederik Johan Portielje

1886–1965 (age 79)

Westerveld

Anton Frederik Johan Portielje was a writer whose literary works contributed to cultural life until his death in 1965.

Sigismundo Pragano

1907–1966 (age 59)

Westerveld

Sigismundo Pragano promoted Esperanto as a bridge between cultures.

Bob Wallagh

1907–1967 (age 60)

Westerveld

Bob Wallagh was a writer whose literary talents and creative works enriched culture until his death in 1967.

Jan Dirk Vader

1896–1960 (age 64)

Westerveld

Jan Dirk Vader served his country with disciplined commitment.

Henri Brinkman

1908–1961 (age 53)

Westerveld

Henri Brinkman was a physicist who made contributions to scientific knowledge during the early-to-mid twentieth century.

Simon Elzinga

1882–1968 (age 86)

Westerveld

Simon Elzinga recorded Dutch life with thoughtful literary insight.

Gerhard Charles Aalders

1880–1961 (age 81)

Westerveld

Gerhard Charles Aalders was a university teacher dedicated to educating students during the early twentieth century.

Albert Besnard

1887–1966 (age 79)

Westerveld

Albert Besnard was a poet whose verses celebrated the quiet places of daily life.

Jan Pieter Bakker

1906–1969 (age 63)

Westerveld

Jan Pieter Bakker was a geologist whose research advanced the understanding of Earth's geological features and formation...

Willem van der Pluym

1879–1960 (age 81)

Westerveld

Willem van der Pluym was a devoted university teacher who inspired generations.

Digna Jacoba Mijer

1883–1969 (age 86)

Westerveld

Digna Jacoba Mijer was a resident of Westerveld during the twentieth century.

Geertruida Adriana Hovens Gréve Verschoor

1896–1961 (age 65)

Westerveld

Geertruida Adriana Hovens Gréve Verschoor was an editor who championed thoughtful discourse.

Abraham Wijnberg

1878–1961 (age 83)

Westerveld

Abraham Wijnberg was a resident of Westerveld who lived from 1878 to 1961.

Jules Moes

1879–1961 (age 82)

Begraafplaats Sint Barbara Amsterdam

Jules Moes was a pedagogue committed to nurturing young minds.

Titia Buning-Brongers

1904–1961 (age 57)

Westerveld

Titia Buning-Brongers was a visual artist whose creative work contributed to early twentieth-century artistic expression...

Egbert Henri Six van Oterleek

1898–1962 (age 64)

Westerveld

Egbert Henri Six van Oterleek was remembered for his steady presence in the community.

Nicolas van Wijck Jurriaanse

1874–1963 (age 89)

Westerveld

Nicolas van Wijck Jurriaanse was a navigator whose maritime skills contributed to early twentieth-century seafaring.

Maria Catharina Odinot-Dagevos

1900–1962 (age 62)

Westerveld

Maria Catharina Odinot-Dagevos was a steadfast figure in her community.

Wibo Godfried Peekema

1899–1967 (age 68)

Westerveld

Wibo Godfried Peekema was a civil servant whose administrative work supported public institutions during the twentieth c...

Guillaume Marie Hubert Frijns

1898–1966 (age 68)

Westerveld

Guillaume Marie Hubert Frijns was a military officer remembered for his discipline and care for comrades.

Johan Pieter Wibaut

1886–1967 (age 81)

Westerveld

Johan Pieter Wibaut was a chemist whose research advanced chemical science during the twentieth century.

Margaretha van Norden

1911–1963 (age 52)

Westerveld

Margaretha van Norden was a swimmer who inspired others with her dedication.

Jan Larij

1879–1962 (age 83)

Westerveld

Jan Larij was a painter whose artistic works contributed to early twentieth-century visual culture.

Johan Buning

1893–1963 (age 70)

Westerveld

Johan Buning was a painter whose canvases celebrated light and place.

Willem Klijn

1892–1961 (age 69)

Westerveld

Willem Klijn was a Dutch painter from Westerveld who lived from 1892 to 1961.

Ammerentia Adriana Broers

1909–1965 (age 56)

Westerveld

Ammerentia Adriana Broers was a civil servant who carried out every task with care.

Arjen Lambertus Boersma

1872–1961 (age 89)

Westerveld

Arjen Lambertus Boersma was a Dutch photographer from Westerveld who lived from 1872 to 1961.

Simon Frederik Hendrik Jan Berkelbach van der Sprenkel

1882–1967 (age 85)

Westerveld

Simon Berkelbach van der Sprenkel was a university teacher whose steady guidance shaped many young minds at Westerveld.

Thio Thiam Tjong

1896–1969 (age 73)

Westerveld

Thio Thiam Tjong was a Dutch politician from Westerveld who lived from 1896 to 1969.

Adriaan Willem Hendrik van Herk

1904–1966 (age 62)

Westerveld

Adriaan van Herk was a university teacher remembered for careful scholarship and generosity at Westerveld.

Herman Tewes Deelman

1892–1965 (age 73)

Westerveld

Herman Tewes Deelman was a Dutch university teacher from Westerveld who lived from 1892 to 1965.

Jan Barents

1916–1961 (age 45)

Westerveld

Jan Barents was a university teacher who helped restore academic life in the post-war years at Westerveld.