One for everyone: Helmut Kuhn and his life's work for Hanau

One for everyone: Helmut Kuhn and his life's work for Hanau

In a sad news for the city of Hanau, it became known that Helmut Kuhn, former mayor and long -time local politician, died. He was born on August 11, 1931 in Offenbach am Main and showed an engagement in local politics early on. Known for his political career, he entered the service of the public in 1972 as a city councilor in Steinheim. Other important roles followed this office, including the volunteer city council work in Hanau from 1974 to 1977.

Helmut Kuhn was chairman of the CDU city councilor from 1977 to 1984. On January 9, 1984, he was elected mayor of Hanau, an office that he held until May 20, 1985. During his tenure, many events shaped the city, including the fire of the Philippsruhe Castle and its restoration. He was also responsible for the founding of the Brüder-Grimm Festival, formerly fairy tale festival, that still have a permanent place in the city's cultural life. The urban planning measures, such as the redesign of the marketplace with the establishment of an underground car park, testify to his foresight and commitment to Hanau.

appreciation and awards

After his term in office, Kuhn returned to the commercial school I in Hanau, where he worked until his retirement in 1997. His training was strongly characterized by his studies by the trade teaching agency at the University of Frankfurt am Main, which prepared him for a career as a graduate trade teacher. As early as 1955, he started his work at the Theodor Heuss School in Offenbach and became senior study director of the commercial school from 1974.

In his life, volunteering also played an important role. Kuhn had been active in the Catholic parish of St. Nikolaus in Steinheim since 1974 and took over the deputy chairman from 2000 to 2003. He also became chairman of the Main-Kinzig district's senior citizens' union in 2006. His long -term commitment to the common good was not unnoticed; In 2012 he received the medal of merit of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.

political and educational influences

in the political landscape and education in Hanau, Kuhn also left significant traces. From 1959 to 1973 he was a member of the examination committees of the IHK Offenbach and Hanau-Gelnhausen-Schlichter. He was also involved in the working group for commercial training and was active as chairman of the Association of German Diploma Handels teachers. These activities underline its commitment to practical and future -oriented training.

Helmut Kuhn has also been recognized as an honorary citizen of the Hanau partner town of Francheville, an award that underlines his connection and contribution to international cooperation. Many remember Kuhn as a personality who has sustainably campaigned for the well -being of the community. His work will be remembered for a long time in Hanau, especially with regard to the important cultural and urban development progress, which were realized during his time at the top of the city administration.

The grief for Helmut Kuhn not only affects his family, but also the entire city structure of Hanau and beyond. His legacy as a local politician, educator and committed citizen will continue to live in the memory of people.

Further information about Helmut Kuhn can be found at href = "https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helmut_kuhn_(politiker)"> wikipedia and bpb.de .