Voluntary heroes: Kempten lends the Federal Cross of Merit!

Voluntary heroes: Kempten lends the Federal Cross of Merit!

In a solemn ceremony in the Kempten orangery, Theresia and Karl Weiß and Herbert Prinz were awarded the Federal Cross of Merit on the ribbon. European Minister Eric Beißwenger presented the award in the name of Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and honored the exceptional commitment of the honored for the common good.

The Weiß couple has been running the Bavarian Red Cross in Kempten-St for over 20 years. Mang and people in need offers an indispensable social meeting point. Beißwenger emphasized that without their commitment the output point would not be so successful. Herbert Prinz, who has been volunteering for 30 years, was also praised for his tireless work in various social institutions. "They are shining role models for humanity and charity," said the minister. Also Dr. Dr. Eckhard Eichner received an award for his services to hospice work.

Beißwenger concluded with the words: "Without them, Bavaria and Germany would be a poorer country. Congratulations!" More on this on radioschwaben.de .