Deaths in the 1980s
21,000+ memorials
Kai Heimann
1911–1983 (age 72)
Vestre Cemetery
Kai Heimann was a Danish resident whose life spanned most of the twentieth century.
Nora Green
1891–1980 (age 89)
Vestre Cemetery
Nora Green is commemorated for a life of quiet strength and generous spirit.
Merete Bonnesen
1901–1980 (age 79)
Vestre Cemetery
Merete Bonnesen was a Danish journalist whose work contributed to her nation's media landscape.
Aage Nielsen-Edwin
1898–1985 (age 87)
Vestre Cemetery
Aage Nielsen-Edwin is honored for a sculptural gift that continues to inspire contemplation.
Ove Sopp
1916–1984 (age 68)
Vestre Cemetery
Ove Sopp was a Danish composer who enriched Scandinavian musical culture during the twentieth century.
Alice Reyn
1907–1988 (age 81)
Vestre Cemetery
Alice Reyn is celebrated for physicianly care delivered with compassion and calm.
Søren Hjorth Nielsen
1901–1983 (age 82)
Svostrup Parish
Søren Hjorth Nielsen was a distinguished Danish professor whose academic work enriched the intellectual community.
Gregers Juel
1896–1983 (age 87)
Aunslev
Gregers Juel is remembered for tireless agronomy that enriched community life.
Frits Hammer Kjølsen
1893–1985 (age 92)
Holmen Cemetery
Frits Hammer Kjølsen was a Danish autobiographer whose written works preserved personal narratives of his era.
Gunnar Heerup
1903–1989 (age 86)
Holmen Cemetery
Gunnar Heerup is honored for a teaching career marked by encouragement and moral purpose.
Harald Sandbæk
1904–1986 (age 82)
Holmen Cemetery
Harald Sandbæk was a Danish priest whose pastoral ministry served his community with dedication.
Johan Cornelius Krieger
1917–1984 (age 67)
Holmen Cemetery
Johan Cornelius Krieger is commemorated for military service guided by honor.
Knud Høgenhaven
1928–1987 (age 59)
Holmen Cemetery
Knud Høgenhaven was a Danish composer whose works enriched the musical heritage of Scandinavia.
Lizzie Corfixen
1944–1988 (age 44)
Holmen Cemetery
Lizzie Corfixen is remembered for an acting presence full of insight and heart.
Mogens Wöldike
1897–1988 (age 91)
Holmen Cemetery
Mogens Wöldike was a renowned Danish composer and conductor whose artistic vision influenced Scandinavian music.
Mogens Pihl
1907–1986 (age 79)
Holmen Cemetery
Mogens Pihl is revered for a scientific mind devoted to clarity and discovery.
Irene Ibsen Bille
1901–1985 (age 84)
Holmen Cemetery
Irene Ibsen Bille was a Danish writer whose literary contributions enriched Scandinavian cultural heritage.
Randi Michelsen
1903–1981 (age 78)
Holmen Cemetery
Renowned for her emotive acting and generous spirit.
Torben Hundahl
1945–1989 (age 44)
Holmen Cemetery
Torben Hundahl was a Danish actor whose performances enriched Scandinavian theater and film.
Fanny Halstrøm
1903–1982 (age 79)
Holmen Cemetery
Cherished for her quiet devotion to community and compassion.
Karl Martin Nielsen
1907–1987 (age 80)
Holmen Cemetery
Karl Martin Nielsen was a Danish germanist whose academic work advanced the study of German language and literature.
Bent Jensen
1919–1986 (age 67)
Holmen Cemetery
Respected for his insightful reporting and steadfast integrity.
Carl Friderichsen
1886–1982 (age 96)
Holmen Cemetery
Carl Friderichsen was a Danish physician whose medical practice served his community with dedication.
Robert L. Hansen
1890–1982 (age 92)
Holmen Cemetery
Celebrated for championing learning and open access to knowledge.
Erik Nordgreen
1921–1986 (age 65)
Holmen Cemetery
Niels Erik Nørlund
1885–1981 (age 96)
Garnison Cemetery
Esteemed for contributions to the understanding of the cosmos.
Hans Bendix
1898–1984 (age 86)
Garnison Cemetery
Charles L. Hansen
1891–1981 (age 90)
Mariebjerg Cemetery
Honored as a principled businessperson and mentor.
Jakob Nielsen
1937–1989 (age 52)
Garnison Cemetery
Preben Hansen
1908–1989 (age 81)
Garnison Cemetery
Remembered for thoughtful architecture that served the community.
K. B. Andersen
1914–1984 (age 70)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Henning Koppel
1918–1981 (age 63)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Admired for elevating watchmaking to an art form.
Sigrid Horne-Rasmussen
1915–1982 (age 67)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Peter Bredsdorff
1913–1981 (age 68)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Respected for thoughtful modernist architecture and balance.
Lis Møller
1918–1983 (age 65)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Jessie Rindom
1903–1981 (age 78)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Beloved for bringing heartfelt depth to every performance.
Steen B. Böcher
1906–1987 (age 81)
Garnison Cemetery
Johannes Witt-Hansen
1908–1986 (age 78)
Garnison Cemetery
Johannes Witt-Hansen was a Danish philosopher who encouraged thoughtful engagement with ethics and the human experience.
Erik Clemmesen
1905–1984 (age 79)
Garnison Cemetery
Mona Vangsaae
1920–1983 (age 63)
Garnison Cemetery
Mona Vangsaae was a Danish ballet dancer celebrated for her elegant performances and generous spirit.
Eiler Forchhammer
1890–1980 (age 90)
Garnison Cemetery
Holger Byrding
1891–1980 (age 89)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Holger Byrding was a Danish opera singer who enthralled audiences with his dramatic voice and heartfelt performances.
Jacob Kronika
1897–1982 (age 85)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Jytte Hauch-Fausbøll
1923–1988 (age 65)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Jytte Hauch-Fausbøll was a Danish screenwriter who illuminated human stories with warmth and clarity.
Kai Wilton
1916–1980 (age 64)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Danish screenwriter Kai Wilton (1916–1980) made significant contributions to Danish cinema.
Klaus Scharling Nielsen
1932–1984 (age 52)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Klaus Scharling Nielsen was a Danish screenwriter known for blending warmth and keen observation in his stories.
Ole Vinding
1906–1985 (age 79)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Danish screenwriter Ole Vinding (1906–1985) was a key figure in Danish cinema.
Eigil Wolff
1914–1983 (age 69)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Eigil Wolff was a Danish military officer cherished for his steady leadership and sense of duty.
Svend Lindhart
1898–1989 (age 91)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Danish sculptor Svend Lindhart (1898–1989) was a master of form and artistic expression.
Kasper Heiberg
1928–1984 (age 56)
Bispebjerg Cemetery
Kasper Heiberg was a Danish painter celebrated for his inventive abstract works that explored color and space.