Deaths in the 2000s

Poul Erik Søe

1937–2008 (age 71)

Agri Church

Journalist Poul Erik Søe pursued stories with integrity and gave voice to rural life.

Per Flink Basse

1949–2006 (age 57)

Vestre Cemetery

Per Flink Basse was a Danish actor whose performances enriched the cultural landscape.

Arne Gaardmand

1926–2008 (age 82)

Vestre Cemetery

Architect Arne Gaardmand shaped civic spaces with clarity and human scale.

Kaj Dorph-Petersen

1924–2005 (age 81)

Vestre Cemetery

Kaj Dorph-Petersen was a Danish journalist whose career contributed significantly to twentieth-century Danish media.

Nynne Koch

1915–2001 (age 86)

Vestre Cemetery

Ves Harper

1930–2004 (age 74)

Vestre Cemetery

Ves Harper was a Danish scenographer whose creative designs enriched theatrical productions.

Duke Jordan

1922–2006 (age 84)

Vestre Cemetery

Composer and pianist Duke Jordan composed melodies that became jazz standards and inspired generations.

Thomas Sneum

1917–2007 (age 90)

Sønderho

Ove Bager

1917–2004 (age 87)

Nørre Broby

Composer Ove Bager crafted melodies and harmonies that animated cultural gatherings.

Birgit Zacho

1926–2009 (age 83)

Vestre Cemetery

Birgit Zacho was a Danish actor whose performances contributed to the nation's theatrical and film heritage.

Maggi Baaring

1913–2004 (age 91)

Vestre Cemetery

Illustrator Maggi Baaring brought stories to life with a delicate, imaginative line.

Bo Bramsen

1912–2002 (age 90)

Holmen Cemetery

Bo Bramsen was a Danish journalist whose career contributed to twentieth-century Danish media.

Carl Bro

1926–2006 (age 80)

Holmen Cemetery

Businessperson Carl Bro is remembered for steady leadership and a deep sense of integrity.

Helge Larsen

1915–2000 (age 85)

Holmen Cemetery

Holger Munk

1924–2005 (age 81)

Holmen Cemetery

Actor Holger Munk left a lasting impression through nuanced, heartfelt performances.

Jørgen Boberg

1940–2009 (age 69)

Holmen Cemetery

Lars Nordskov Nielsen

1924–2000 (age 76)

Holmen Cemetery

Professor Lars Nordskov Nielsen is remembered for his thoughtful mentorship and dedication to education.

Leif Grane

1928–2000 (age 72)

Holmen Cemetery

Leif Grane was a Danish theologian whose scholarly contributions enriched religious and academic discourse.

Leif Plenov

1927–2009 (age 82)

Holmen Cemetery

Journalist Leif Plenov is remembered for diligent reporting and compassionate storytelling.

Søren Sørensen

1920–2001 (age 81)

Holmen Cemetery

Søren Sørensen was a Danish organist whose musical performances enriched the nation's cultural life.

Jes Peter Asmussen

1928–2002 (age 74)

Holmen Cemetery

Øystein Rottem

1946–2004 (age 58)

Holmen Cemetery

Lotte Tarp

1945–2002 (age 57)

Holmen Cemetery

Bjørn Ianke

1948–2002 (age 54)

Holmen Cemetery

Bjørn Ianke was a Danish musician whose artistic contributions enriched the nation's cultural heritage.

Claus Nissen

1938–2008 (age 70)

Holmen Cemetery

Actor Claus Nissen is remembered for authentic performances and a warm presence.

Elsebeth Reingaard

1947–2004 (age 57)

Holmen Cemetery

Elsebeth Reingaard was a Danish actor whose performances contributed to the nation's theatrical heritage.

Svend Auken

1943–2009 (age 66)

Holmen Cemetery

Erik Stinus

1934–2009 (age 75)

Holmen Cemetery

Erik Stinus was a Danish teacher whose career in education impacted generations of students.

Mogens Hansen

1937–2004 (age 67)

Holmen Cemetery

Journalist Mogens Hansen is remembered for thorough reporting and compassion.

Julius Koppel

1910–2005 (age 95)

Holmen Cemetery

Julius Koppel was a Danish violinist whose musical artistry enriched Denmark's cultural heritage.

Dea Trier Mørch

1941–2001 (age 60)

Holmen Cemetery

Signi Grenness

1919–2003 (age 84)

Garnison Cemetery

Signi Grenness was a Danish actor whose career encompassed theatre and film throughout the twentieth century.

Robert Egevang

1939–2008 (age 69)

Holmen Cemetery

Historian Robert Egevang is remembered for thoughtful storytelling and dedication to preserving the past.

Ruth Guldbæk

1919–2006 (age 87)

Holmen Cemetery

Torben Krogh

1943–2007 (age 64)

Holmen Cemetery

Author Torben Krogh is remembered for crafting imaginative stories with a warm humanity.

Poul Brink

1953–2002 (age 49)

Holmen Cemetery

Poul Brink was a Danish journalist dedicated to his craft and public service.

Finn Mickelborg

1932–2007 (age 75)

Holmen Cemetery

Painter Finn Mickelborg is remembered for expressive works that celebrated light and everyday beauty.

Søren Kjærsgaard

1935–2009 (age 74)

Holmen Cemetery

Søren Kjærsgaard was a Danish painter whose artistic contributions enriched the cultural landscape.

Niels-Jørgen Kaiser

1930–2001 (age 71)

Holmen Cemetery

Screenwriter Niels-Jørgen Kaiser is remembered for emotionally truthful narratives and inspiring collaborations.

Palle Jacobsen

1940–2009 (age 69)

Garnison Cemetery

Kirsten Hüttemeier

1914–2003 (age 89)

Garnison Cemetery

Kirsten Hüttemeier was a steady journalistic presence whose reporting illuminated the world around her.

Ole Scherfig

1930–2000 (age 70)

Garnison Cemetery

Ole Scherfig was a Danish businessperson whose career contributed to Denmark's economic development.

Otto Norn

1915–2004 (age 89)

Garnison Cemetery

Writer Otto Norn shaped thoughtful literature that explored humanity with nuance and grace.

Per Wiking

1931–2007 (age 76)

Garnison Cemetery

Per Wiking was a Danish actor whose performances enriched Danish theatre and cinema.

Inger Christensen

1935–2009 (age 74)

Garnison Cemetery

Jesper Høm

1931–2000 (age 69)

Garnison Cemetery

Ib Jesper Brieghel Høm (5 October 1931 – 1 March 2000) was a Danish photographer and film director.

Preben Philipsen

1910–2005 (age 95)

Garnison Cemetery

Kirsten Rolffes

1928–2000 (age 72)

Garnison Cemetery

Knud Hauge

1942–2000 (age 58)

Holmen Cemetery

Screenwriter Knud Hauge crafted moving stories that brought authentic characters to film.

Sara Stinus

1929–2006 (age 77)

Holmen Cemetery

Sara Stinus was a Danish author whose literary contributions enriched Danish cultural life.