Per Ahlmark 1939 – 2018

Biography

Per Ahlmark was born on January 15, 1939, in Kungsholm parish, in the heart of Stockholm. Over the course of his life, he became a respected figure in Swedish public life, dedicating himself to two significant pursuits: politics and writing. His dual careers allowed him to contribute to his nation’s discourse and governance during a period of considerable change and development in Sweden.

Throughout his years of service, Ahlmark worked to engage with the pressing issues of his time, bringing both intellectual depth and practical experience to his work as a politician and author. His written works and political involvement reflected a commitment to thoughtful civic participation, helping to shape conversations within Swedish society.

Per Ahlmark passed away on June 8, 2018, in Skarpnäck, ending a long life of meaningful contribution. He was laid to rest at Katarina kyrkogård in Stockholm Municipality, a final resting place reflecting his deep roots in the city where his journey began nearly eighty years before. His legacy remains in the political and literary works he left behind.