Deaths in the 1970s

Johan Fornes

1899–1970 (age 71)

Hegra Church

Johan Fornes devoted himself to public service, leaving a legacy of integrity that inspired the Hegra community.

Gunnar Børset

1890–1973 (age 83)

Hegra Church

Gustav Hyllmark

1893–1973 (age 80)

Bjugn Church

Gustav Hyllmark served with sincerity and cared deeply for the Bjugn community he loved.

Fritz Christ

1887–1978 (age 91)

Nordre gravlund

Neimi Lagerstrøm

1897–1974 (age 77)

Nordre gravlund

Neimi Lagerstrøm carried out her work with unwavering diligence and kinship for those around her.

Kirsten Wittenberg

1882–1977 (age 95)

Nordre gravlund

Ivar M. Witzøe

1882–1972 (age 90)

Grorud Church

Ivar M. Witzøe was a pharmacist whose compassionate guidance comforted the Grorud community.

Magnus Johansen

1886–1970 (age 84)

Tune Church

Petter Mørk

1921–1979 (age 58)

Spydeberg Church

Petter Mørk enriched minds with thoughtful writing that celebrated the stories of his community.

Arne Magnussen

1884–1970 (age 86)

Moss Church

Asbjørn Solberg

1893–1977 (age 84)

Degernes Church

Asbjørn Solberg served with calm integrity, leaving a legacy of trust in the Degernes community.

Sigrid Sundby

1942–1977 (age 35)

Rakkestad Church

Kåre Jonsborg

1912–1977 (age 65)

Grefsen

Kåre Jonsborg was a painter celebrated for luminous works that reflected Norway's landscapes and spirit.

John Vormdal

1902–1979 (age 77)

Moe Church

Julie Næss

1896–1973 (age 77)

Roan Church

Julie Næss was a devoted teacher who inspired young minds in Roan with warmth and dedication.

Viggo Brun

1885–1978 (age 93)

Drøbak Church

Andres Haugmoen

1884–1972 (age 88)

Stokken Municipality

Andres Haugmoen was a committed public servant whose steady leadership strengthened Stokken Municipality.

Liv Tomter

1901–1978 (age 77)

Årnes Church

Thorvald Solheim

1907–1978 (age 71)

Grefsen Church

Thorvald Solheim was a sailor whose steady presence and maritime dedication inspired many.

Ole Linstad

1912–1972 (age 60)

Østre Aker Church

Alf Bugge

1887–1973 (age 86)

Egnund Chapel

Alf Bugge was an architect whose elegant designs brought peace and reflection to sacred spaces.

Martin P. Vangsli

1903–1976 (age 73)

Nordre Osen Church

Martin P. Vangsli was a Norwegian Nordic combined skier who competed during the early 20th century.

Kristian Fjeld

1887–1976 (age 89)

Stange Church

Kristian Fjeld was a politician respected for his steady leadership and commitment to Stange.</p>

Ivar Ertresvåg

1889–1974 (age 85)

Oslo's Eastern Cemetery

Ivar Ertresvåg was a Norwegian politician who served his country throughout the 20th century.

Aase Aure

1927–1976 (age 49)

Oslo's Eastern Cemetery

Aase Aure was a speed skater whose athletic achievements inspired many in Oslo and beyond.

Olav Bergersen

1880–1973 (age 93)

Domkirkegården

Olav Bergersen was a Norwegian politician who served during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Thor Bjørklund

1889–1975 (age 86)

Fåberg Church

Thor Bjørklund was an inventor whose thoughtful innovation gave the world a beloved everyday tool.

Elias Gabrielsen

1888–1973 (age 85)

Eiganes gravlund

Elias Gabrielsen was a Norwegian politician who served during the early 20th century.

Hilmar Stigum

1897–1976 (age 79)

Old Aker Cemetery

Hilmar Stigum was an ethnologist whose passionate research preserved Norway's folk heritage.

Gudmund Sundby

1878–1973 (age 95)

Old Aker Cemetery

Gudmund Sundby was a Norwegian engineer who contributed to his nation's industrial development.

Harald Dahl

1883–1972 (age 89)

Domkirkegården

Harald Dahl was an engineer respected for his thoughtful contributions to Norwegian industry.

Reinhardt Willy Paulsen

1908–1972 (age 64)

Old Aker Cemetery

Reinhardt Willy Paulsen was a Norwegian sailor who served during the mid-20th century.

Rolf Schjerven

1918–1978 (age 60)

Hem Church

Rolf Schjerven guided his community with steady political leadership and commitment to civic duty.

Syvert Messel

1897–1978 (age 81)

Oddernes Church

Syvert Messel was a Norwegian politician who served throughout the 20th century.

John Norem

1888–1976 (age 88)

Lagård cemetery

John Norem upheld the rule of law and offered calm counsel throughout his career.

Ulf Berbom

1887–1975 (age 88)

Lillehammer Church

Ulf Berbom was a Norwegian architect whose designs contributed to Norway's built heritage.

Aksel W. Floer

1901–1976 (age 75)

Gamlebyen gravlund

Aksel W. Floer inspired teammates with fierce devotion to football and fair play.

Wilhelm Råger

1895–1976 (age 81)

Gamlebyen gravlund

Wilhelm Råger was a Norwegian photographer whose work documented Norwegian life and heritage.

Olav Svalastog

1896–1979 (age 83)

Treungen Church

Olav Svalastog nurtured generations of students with patience and integrity.

Signe Swensson

1888–1974 (age 86)

Tilfredshet kirkegård

Signe Swensson was a Norwegian physician who pioneered women's participation in medicine.

Ivar Johnsen

1908–1978 (age 70)

Tilfredshet kirkegård

Ivar Johnsen filled concert halls with refined piano playing and a sincere love for music.

Gottfred Gerhardsen

1890–1970 (age 80)

Tilfredshet kirkegård

Olav Moxnes

1889–1975 (age 86)

Tilfredshet kirkegård

Olav Moxnes built enterprises that strengthened the economy while mentoring younger colleagues.

Sverre Aukland

1896–1974 (age 78)

Vigmostad Church

Tore Bergstøl

1884–1970 (age 86)

Vigmostad Church

Tore Bergstøl brought curiosity and devotion to every classroom he led.

Herman Semmelmann

1902–1979 (age 77)

Tilfredshet kirkegård

Jens Bjørneboe

1920–1976 (age 56)

Veierland Church

Jens Bjørneboe challenged readers to confront moral truths through his writing.

Martha Myhrslo

1886–1976 (age 90)

Grimstad Church

Torstein Dale

1907–1975 (age 68)

Vestre Aker cemetery

Torstein Dale provided healing and calm leadership for the armed forces in trying times.

Bjarne Jullum

1894–1973 (age 79)

Vestre Aker cemetery