Deaths in the 1980s

Ole Kielberg

1911–1985 (age 74)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Ole Kielberg was a Danish painter.

Gotfred Blom

1888–1983 (age 95)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Gotfred Blom was a reliable factory owner who contributed to the strength of his community.

Kirsten Walther

1933–1987 (age 54)

Vedbæk Cemetery

Kirsten Walther was a Danish comedian.

Christian Møller

1904–1980 (age 76)

Vedbæk Cemetery

Christian Møller was a physicist remembered for his dedication to research and education.

Preben Fabricius

1931–1984 (age 53)

Vedbæk Cemetery

Preben Fabricius was a Danish furniture designer.

Carl Moltke

1907–1985 (age 78)

Vedbæk Cemetery

Carl Moltke was a civil servant known for his integrity and steady leadership.

Ole Hagen

1913–1984 (age 71)

Vedbæk Cemetery

Ole Hagen was a Danish architect.

Erhard Jørgen Carl Qvistgaard

1898–1980 (age 82)

Old Cemetery of Gilleleje

Naval officer Erhard Jørgen Carl Qvistgaard served Denmark with steadfast dedication and is remembered with deep respec...

Merete Bodelsen

1907–1986 (age 79)

Asminderød Kirkegård

Merete Bodelsen was a Danish art historian.

Ivo Lapenna

1909–1987 (age 78)

Rødovre cemetery

Jurist Ivo Lapenna is remembered for his integrity, sharp legal mind, and compassionate service to justice.

Aase Hansen

1893–1981 (age 88)

Vinderød cemetery

Aase Hansen was a Danish writer.

Jørgen Ryg

1927–1981 (age 54)

Brønshøj Cemetery

Actor Jørgen Ryg left audiences touched by his warmth and unwavering devotion to the performing arts.

Anne Mari Lie

1945–1989 (age 44)

Rødovre cemetery

Anne Mari Lie was a Danish actress.

Harald Leth

1899–1986 (age 87)

Hellebæk Cemetery

Painter Harald Leth is remembered for his tranquil landscapes and lasting contribution to Danish art.

Robert Corydon

1924–1984 (age 60)

Hellebæk Cemetery

Robert Corydon was a Danish poet whose literary contributions shaped mid-20th century Danish verse.

Erik Holst

1909–1981 (age 72)

Rødovre cemetery

Architect Erik Holst is honored for his considerate designs and enduring impact on the architectural landscape.

Aage Knudsen

1903–1989 (age 86)

Rødovre cemetery

Aage Knudsen was a Danish citizen whose long life spanned from 1903 to 1989.

Bo Bendixen

1935–1988 (age 53)

Brønshøj Cemetery

Entertainer Bo Bendixen is remembered for his vibrant performances and the joy he shared with audiences.

Poul-Gerhard Andersen

1904–1980 (age 76)

Brønshøj Cemetery

Poul-Gerhard Andersen was a Danish writer whose literary works enriched 20th century Danish culture.

Johan Walther Kjær

1903–1982 (age 79)

Vinderød cemetery

Director Johan Walther Kjær is commemorated for his insightful leadership and commitment to meaningful storytelling.

Poul Kjærholm

1929–1980 (age 51)

Hjørring Kirkegård

Poul Kjærholm was a Danish teacher whose career was devoted to education and student development.

Louis Marcussen

1894–1985 (age 91)

Risskov Kirkegård

Painter Louis Marcussen is cherished for his serene compositions and enduring devotion to art.

Valdemar Kristensen

1908–1981 (age 73)

Herlev Cemetery

Valdemar Kristensen was a Danish teacher whose career spanned decades of educational service.

Ole Klindt-Jensen

1918–1980 (age 62)

Risskov Kirkegård

Archaeologist Ole Klindt-Jensen is honored for illuminating Denmark’s history through dedicated scholarship.

Country Palle

1939–1982 (age 43)

Sønderholm Kirkegård

Country Palle was a Danish singer known for his performances in the country music genre.

Arne Hovmand-Olsen

1919–1989 (age 70)

Risskov Kirkegård

Furniture designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen is celebrated for his tasteful work that fuses comfort with refined design.

Dirch Passer

1926–1980 (age 54)

Dragør Cemetery

Dirch Passer was a Danish screenwriter whose works shaped Danish cinema and entertainment.

Povl Søndergaard

1905–1986 (age 81)

Allerslev Kirkegård

Søndergaard was a dedicated sculptor whose expressive works enriched Danish public art.

Gert Bastian

1915–1987 (age 72)

Allerslev Kirkegård

Gert Bastian was a Danish actor whose career spanned decades of theatrical and cinematic performance.

Otto Franker

1921–1988 (age 67)

Østre Kirkegård

Franker was a conductor who brought musicians together with clarity and warmth.

Vagn Kramer

1897–1980 (age 83)

Gladsaxe Kirkegård

Vagn Kramer was a Danish actor whose career spanned the early and mid-20th century.

Eigil Jensen

1903–1988 (age 85)

Dragør Cemetery

Jensen was a lawyer respected for his integrity and steady counsel.

Gudmund Jørgensen

1912–1988 (age 76)

Smorum Churchyard

Gudmund Jørgensen was a Danish factory owner whose business contributed to Danish industrial development.

Hanne Swane

1926–1986 (age 60)

Grevinge Kirkegård

Swane was a painter whose work celebrated quiet beauty and everyday grace.

Herman Hoffmark

1907–1987 (age 80)

Hvidovre Cemetery

Sven Tito Achen

1922–1986 (age 64)

Herlufsholm Kirkegård

Achen was a writer who captured Danish culture with humor and insight.

Ove Mandrup-Poulsen

1899–1984 (age 85)

Asmild Kirkegård

Poul Kierkegaard

1908–1984 (age 76)

Herlufsholm Kirkegård

Kierkegaard was a historian who approached the past with clarity and care.

Mads Nielsen

1901–1984 (age 83)

Asmild Kirkegård

Jørgen Hagemann Petersen

1908–1982 (age 74)

Sct. Olai Kirkegård

Petersen was a politician known for steady leadership and civic commitment.

Frederik Bruun Heise

1890–1984 (age 94)

Asmild Kirkegård

Frants Thygesen

1914–1989 (age 75)

Asmild Kirkegård

Thygesen was a judge respected for his fairness and thoughtful reasoning.

Aksel Hag

1904–1987 (age 83)

Nordre Kirkegård

Morten Borup

1894–1989 (age 95)

Birkerød Kirkegård

Borup was a teacher who nurtured curiosity with patience and care.

Knud Axel Sørensen

1902–1980 (age 78)

Silkeborg Eastern Cemetery

Ea Koch

1905–1987 (age 82)

Høsterkøb Kirkegård

Koch was a weaver whose craftsmanship honored tradition with creativity.

Kurt Østervig

1912–1986 (age 74)

Dalum Cemetery

Helge Dahl

1901–1981 (age 80)

Dalum Cemetery

Helge Dahl was a beloved Danish actor whose steady presence helped shape the mid-century stage and screen.

Thorvald Petersen

1899–1988 (age 89)

Dalum Cemetery

Svend Aage Rendboe

1929–1987 (age 58)

Dalum Cemetery

Svend Aage Rendboe was a thoughtful Danish poet whose quiet verses captured the resilience in everyday life.