After 51 years: Rüdiger Böhm's moving farewell to Mariaberg

After 51 years: Rüdiger Böhm's moving farewell to Mariaberg

The upcoming retirement of Rüdiger Böhm, the long-time board of Mariaberg, not only represents a personal incision, but also has far-reaching effects on the entire community. After almost 51 years of engagement in this social institution, his farewell is an important event not only for relatives and employees, but for the entire Gammertingen region.

A life for community

Rüdiger Böhm began his career in the social enterprise Mariaberg on November 2, 1973 as an intern in a residential group for people with disabilities. His life decision to work in this area shows his strong commitment to the well -being of people who need support. In the following decades, Böhm worked in various functions and finally took over the board position, which he has been holding together with Michael Sachs for 15 years

Approval and recognition

The farewell of Böhm on Wednesday, July 24, was associated with an official ceremony, which several hundred guests attended. In his speech by Böhm, Dean Marcus Keinath spoke as the "face of Mariaberg", which is retired, and praised his role model in philanthropy. This appreciation is also reflected in the honor by Annette Noller, who awarded him the certificate of honor of Diakonie Germany.

A farewell with emotions

In the closing word of the ceremony, Böhm was visibly moved by the warm words of the speakers and the presence of numerous companions. "It will be difficult," his introductory words, which illustrated the emotional depth of his farewell. At the subsequent celebration in the Klosterhof Mariaberg, there were numerous contributions, including performances by actors and musical performances by the Mariaberger trombone ensembles.

Future view and succession

Rüdiger Böhm will officially retire on September 1st, while his successor Lars Kehling will take over the position of the board on July 1, 2024. The change at the top is an opportunity for Mariaberg to set new impulses. Through Böhm's commitment and the philosophy he lived, the social institution in Gammertingen will continue to take on a leading role in the lives of many people.

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Rüdiger Böhm's farewell is more than a personal withdrawal-he marks the transition to a new era for Mariaberg. The space he leaves calls for an optimal development of the social initiatives that have been able to thrive under his leadership in the past decades. This time of change could cause curiosity and hope for future changes, while the community continues to look back on its teachings and values.

- Nag