Deaths in the 2010s

Ib Glindemann

1934–2019 (age 85)

Ringe church

Ib Niels Carl Glindemann Nielsen (September 27, 1934 – April 5, 2019) was a Danish jazz musician and the leader of the...

Ole Stephensen

1955–2019 (age 64)

Søllerød Cemetery

Ole Stephensen was a gifted screenwriter whose thoughtful scripts resonated across Danish cinema.

Ole-Henrik Dahl

1938–2011 (age 73)

Søllerød Cemetery

Ole-Henrik Dahl was a beloved professor known for his mentorship and scholarly integrity.

Henrik Iversen

1920–2012 (age 92)

Søllerød Cemetery

Henrik Iversen was a Danish architect whose work shaped the architectural landscape.

Palle Rydahl Drost

1933–2011 (age 78)

Søllerød Cemetery

Palle Rydahl Drost was an architect known for designs that balanced beauty and practicality.

Lars Larsen

1948–2019 (age 71)

Sejs-Svejbæk Church

Lars Kristinus Larsen (6 August 1948 – 19 August 2019) was a Danish businessman, owner and founder of the Jysk retail ...

Alex Lind

1944–2017 (age 73)

Rødding Church

Alex Lind was a Danish politician dedicated to public service and civic engagement.

Princess Elisabeth of Denmark

1935–2018 (age 83)

Sorgenfri Cemetery

Princess Elisabeth of Denmark (Elisabeth Caroline-Mathilde Alexandrine Helena Olga Thyra Feodora Estrid Margrethe Désir...

Ole Thestrup

1948–2018 (age 70)

Hørby Church

Ole Svane Thestrup (12 March 1948 – 2 February 2018) was a Danish actor.

Kirsten Passer

1930–2012 (age 82)

Sorgenfri Cemetery

Jane Aamund

1936–2019 (age 83)

Heldum Church

Jane Aamund (8 November 1936 – 29 January 2019) was a Danish author and journalist.

Jörgen Philip-Sörensen

1938–2010 (age 72)

Højen Church

Bi Skaarup

1952–2014 (age 62)

Sorgenfri Cemetery

Helge Scheuer

1924–2011 (age 87)

Sorgenfri Cemetery

Helge Scheuer was a respected actor cherished for his heartfelt performances.

Ellen Andersen

1937–2018 (age 81)

Sorgenfri Cemetery

Ellen Andersen was an economist whose clarity and kindness supported meaningful progress.

Tove Fergo

1946–2015 (age 69)

Sundby Cemetery

Jens Elmegård Rasmussen

1944–2013 (age 69)

Sundby Cemetery

Papa Bue

1930–2011 (age 81)

Sundby Cemetery

Ann Patricia Christiansen

1938–2016 (age 78)

Sundby Cemetery

Ann Patricia Christiansen was a Danish reality television participant known for her television appearances.

Jacob Blegvad

1921–2010 (age 89)

Søndre Kirkegård

Jacob Blegvad was an architect revered for his thoughtful, community-minded work.

Tonny Aabo

1954–2018 (age 64)

Søndre Kirkegård

Tonny Aabo was a singer whose vibrant performances delighted audiences.

Carla Thonsgaard

1922–2017 (age 95)

Søndre Kirkegård

Carla Thonsgaard was a Danish painter who lived from 1922 to 2017.

Laurids Rudebeck

1960–2016 (age 56)

Tønder Cemetery

Laurids Rudebeck was a politician respected for his integrity and dedication to community.

Kurt Holger Juul

1937–2019 (age 82)

Ribe old cemetery

Kurt Holger Juul was a Danish children's writer who lived from 1937 to 2019.

Egon Adelhardt Nielsen

1921–2019 (age 98)

Ribe old cemetery

Factory owner Egon Adelhardt Nielsen nurtured industry and community life in Ribe with steadfast guidance.

Peter Brixtofte

1949–2016 (age 67)

Farum Kirkegård

Troels Munk

1925–2016 (age 91)

Taarbæk Kirkegård

Troels Munk was a Danish actor who lived from 1925 to 2016.

Erik Moltke

1923–2013 (age 90)

Taarbæk Kirkegård

Physician Erik Moltke provided generations of patients with calm, knowledgeable care in Taarbæk.

Kent Nikolajsen

1970–2019 (age 49)

Ringsted Cemetery

Businessperson Kent Nikolajsen encouraged bold entrepreneurship while nurturing the people behind each venture.

Niels Weyde

1945–2017 (age 72)

Taarbæk Kirkegård

Niels Weyde was a Danish actor who lived from 1945 to 2017.

Peter Hansen-Nord

1947–2017 (age 70)

Ringsted Cemetery

Politician Peter Hansen-Nord championed open dialogue and steady leadership for Ringsted residents.

Poul Winckler

1937–2019 (age 82)

Farum Kirkegård

Poul Winckler was a Danish local politician who lived from 1937 to 2019.

Gert Smedegaard

1951–2018 (age 67)

Taarbæk Kirkegård

Drummer Gert Smedegaard shared precise rhythms and heartfelt mentorship with fellow musicians.

Jørgen Nielsen

1941–2011 (age 70)

Farum Kirkegård

Jørgen Nielsen was a Danish translator who lived from 1941 to 2011.

Rasmus Kristensen

1927–2019 (age 92)

Ringsted Cemetery

Politician Rasmus Kristensen advocated for thoughtful service and steady representation in Ringsted.

Jørgen Møller Christensen

1933–2017 (age 84)

Taarbæk Kirkegård

Jørgen Møller Christensen was a Danish author who lived from 1933 to 2017.

Ove Fangel Olsen

1922–2011 (age 89)

Farum Kirkegård

Singer Ove Fangel Olsen uplifted audiences and students with a lyrical warmth that crossed generations.

Per Borring

1929–2016 (age 87)

Ringsted Cemetery

Per Borring was a Danish sculptor whose career spanned much of the twentieth century.

Lily Troelsø Borring

1933–2017 (age 84)

Ringsted Cemetery

Sculptor Lily Troelsø Borring created sensitive works that invited reflection on Danish life.

Gehrdt Bornebusch

1925–2011 (age 86)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Gehrdt Bornebusch was a prominent Danish architect who shaped the built environment of Denmark.

Henriette Zobel

1962–2019 (age 57)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Businessperson Henriette Zobel led with clarity, balancing innovation and heartfelt support for her teams.

Preben Wolf

1918–2016 (age 98)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Preben Wolf was a respected Danish sociologist who contributed significantly to social research and analysis.

Tage Jensen

1920–2013 (age 93)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Provost Tage Jensen offered steadfast spiritual guidance and lasting support to his parish in Humlebæk.

Viggo Dam Nielsen

1938–2016 (age 78)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Viggo Dam Nielsen was a Danish military officer who served with distinction throughout his career.

Visti Hald

1955–2016 (age 61)

Humlebæk Cemetery

Visti Hald was a celebrated Danish opera singer whose performances brought lyric warmth to audiences.

Hanne Borchsenius

1935–2012 (age 77)

Lyngby Parkkirkegård

Bodil Kaalund

1930–2016 (age 86)

Lyngby Parkkirkegård

Preben Hertoft

1928–2017 (age 89)

Lyngby Parkkirkegård

Harald Warrer Heering

1923–2014 (age 91)

Lyngby Parkkirkegård

Harald Warrer Heering served as a dedicated civil servant whose steady leadership was valued by the community.

Elsa Nielsen

1923–2011 (age 88)

Lyngby Parkkirkegård