Deaths in the 1970s

Oscar Holthe

1872–1970 (age 98)

Stavne kirkegård

Photographer Oscar Holthe preserved the dignity of everyday life with a keen artistic eye.

Aagot Tveter

1883–1972 (age 89)

Østre Aker kirkegård

Ebba Moe

1881–1972 (age 91)

Nordstrand kirkegård

Children’s writer Ebba Moe sparked imagination with stories that celebrated kindness.

Thomas Tostrup

1910–1971 (age 61)

Ris urnelund

Paul Ernst Wilhelm Hartmann

1878–1974 (age 96)

Seminarkirkegården Kongsberg

Politician Paul Ernst Wilhelm Hartmann guided public life with integrity and steadiness.

Skjalm Bang

1890–1970 (age 80)

Tønsberg old churchyard

Asbjørn Dybwad

1924–1973 (age 49)

Tromsø gravlund

Writer Asbjørn Dybwad offered thoughtful reflections that resonated with readers.

Arthur Oxaas

1888–1974 (age 86)

Tromsø gravlund

Didrik Cappelen

1900–1970 (age 70)

Solum kirkegård

Judge Didrik Cappelen upheld justice with steadfast fairness and understanding.

Hans Mollø-Christensen

1912–1971 (age 59)

Haslum kirkegård

Johanne Åmlid

1897–1972 (age 75)

Haslum kirkegård

Writer Johanne Åmlid shared stories that spoke tenderly about ordinary resilience.

Per Høst

1907–1971 (age 64)

Haslum kirkegård

Ingjald Nissen

1896–1977 (age 81)

Haslum kirkegård

Ingjald Nissen was a Norwegian psychologist whose thoughtful scholarship helped deepen understanding of the human condit...

Kristoffer Rostad

1899–1971 (age 72)

Haslum kirkegård

Toralf Olsen

1902–1978 (age 76)

Os cemetery

Toralf Olsen was a steady presence in Os whose quiet service nurtured the local community.

Vagn Jul Enger

1895–1974 (age 79)

Drøbak Churchyard

Alf Henriques

1906–1976 (age 70)

Helsingør

Hans Christian Bärenholdt

1890–1976 (age 86)

Køge

Hans Christian Bärenholdt was a graphic designer whose elegant work helped define Danish visual culture.

Frederik IX of Denmark

1899–1972 (age 73)

Roskilde Cathedral

Prince Knud of Denmark

1900–1976 (age 76)

Roskilde Cathedral

Prince Knud of Denmark devoted his life to naval service and dignified royal duty in a century of change.

Prince Viggo, Count of Rosenborg

1893–1970 (age 77)

Roskilde Cathedral

Prince Viggo, Count of Rosenborg was a Danish prince who renounced his succession rights and lived as a count until his ...

Paul Lassenius Kramp

1887–1975 (age 88)

Assistens Cemetery

Paul Lassenius Kramp was a Danish marine biologist who lived from 1887 to 1975 and made significant contributions to the...

Ernst Christiansen

1891–1974 (age 83)

Assistens Cemetery

Ernst Christiansen was a Danish politician whose career spanned much of the twentieth century, from 1891 to 1974.

Ben Webster

1909–1973 (age 64)

Assistens Cemetery

Ben Webster was a saxophonist and composer whose jazz artistry bridged American roots with Danish warmth.

Lauritz Melchior

1890–1973 (age 83)

Assistens Cemetery

Lauritz Melchior was a distinguished Danish actor whose career spanned from 1890 to 1973.

Hans Scherfig

1905–1979 (age 74)

Assistens Cemetery

Hans Scherfig was an author whose imaginative, principled writing critiqued injustice and honored nature.

Jens August Schade

1903–1978 (age 75)

Assistens Cemetery

Jens August Schade was a Danish poet whose literary works contributed to Danish culture from 1903 to 1978.

Jørgen Dich

1901–1975 (age 74)

Assistens Cemetery

Professor Jørgen Dich was a dedicated academic whose mentorship deeply influenced Danish scholarship.

Hugo Gyldmark

1899–1971 (age 72)

Assistens Cemetery

Hugo Gyldmark was a Danish composer whose musical works contributed to Danish culture from 1899 to 1971.

N.J. Haustrup

1892–1976 (age 84)

Assistens Cemetery

N.J. Haustrup was a factory owner who guided industry with steady responsibility to his community.

Aksel Schiøtz

1906–1975 (age 69)

Råbjerg Church

Aksel Schiøtz was a celebrated Danish opera singer whose performances captivated audiences from 1906 to 1975.

Axel Munch

1918–1974 (age 56)

Gudhjem

Axel Munch was a graphic designer who harmonized modern clarity with Scandinavian tradition.

Theodor Frobenius

1885–1972 (age 87)

Assistens Cemetery

Theodor Frobenius was a master Danish organ builder whose instruments became treasured works of art from 1885 to 1972.

Marcus Lauesen

1907–1975 (age 68)

Løjt Kirkeby

Marcus Lauesen skillfully chronicled the lives of rural Danes with quiet empathy.

Princess Margaretha of Sweden

1899–1977 (age 78)

Bernstorff Palace

Princess Margaretha of Sweden was a royal family member who served as chairperson of important organizations from 1899 t...

Vilhelm Fibiger

1886–1978 (age 92)

Harring Parish

Vilhelm Fibiger served as a thoughtful bridge between local communities and national politics.

A.J. Iversen

1888–1979 (age 91)

Vestre Cemetery

A.J. Iversen was a Danish furniture designer whose creative works contributed to design traditions from 1888 to 1979.

Carl Ottosen

1918–1972 (age 54)

Vestre Cemetery

Carl Ottosen shaped Danish cinema with screenplays rooted in everyday humanity.

Christian Arhoff

1893–1973 (age 80)

Vestre Cemetery

Christian Arhoff was a Danish actor whose theatrical performances contributed to Danish culture from 1893 to 1973.

Torkil Lauritzen

1901–1979 (age 78)

Vestre Cemetery

Torkil Lauritzen brought sincerity and warmth to each role he inhabited.

Paul Nedergaard

1895–1970 (age 75)

Vestre Cemetery

Georg Georgsen

1893–1976 (age 83)

Vestre Cemetery

Georg Georgsen inspired generations of students through scholarship and mentorship.

Ib Martin Jensen

1906–1979 (age 73)

Vestre Cemetery

Ingrid Langballe

1900–1975 (age 75)

Vestre Cemetery

Ingrid Langballe graced the stage with expressive, emotionally honest performances.

P.O. Treschow

1890–1970 (age 80)

Vestre Cemetery

Thøger Olesen

1923–1977 (age 54)

Vestre Cemetery

Thøger Olesen offered compassionate reflections on the resilience found in ordinary life.

Asta Nielsen

1881–1972 (age 91)

Vestre Cemetery

Tove Ditlevsen

1917–1976 (age 59)

Vestre Cemetery

Tove Ditlevsen wrote with brave candor about identity, love, and struggle.

Jens Otto Krag

1914–1978 (age 64)

Vestre Cemetery

Viggo Kampmann

1910–1976 (age 66)

Vestre Cemetery

Viggo Kampmann guided Denmark with compassionate, inclusive leadership during rebuilding years.