Cologne and Pulheim mourn: Ex-Vice President Bernhard Worms died

Cologne and Pulheim mourn: Ex-Vice President Bernhard Worms died

1. FC Cologne and the community of Pulheim mourn the loss of Dr. Bernhard Worms, who died on December 21st at the age of 94. Worms, a native of Stommeln and an honorary citizen of his hometown, was not only a passionate supporter of the football club, but also an outstanding local politician and State Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs. His death was officially announced on Christmas Day, which only deepened the sadness for the charismatic man Sports1 reported.

Dr. Worms had a close relationship with his wife Hildegard for over 60 years, with whom he leaves behind three children and five grandchildren. From 1991 to 1997 he was vice president of 1. FC Köln and during this time he had a decisive influence on the club's structure. Mayor Frank Keppeler praises Worms as a “bridge builder” who always acted empathetically and with Rhenish humor, which helped him to overcome even difficult social challenges. His political career was just as impressive: Worms was active in the CDU early on, was honorary chairman of the senior citizens' union and had a significant influence on the municipal reorganization in North Rhine-Westphalia Rhenish advertising sheets highlighted.

As the initiator of important projects in Pulheim, he is referred to as the “founding father” of his city. For his meritorious work he received numerous awards, including the Federal Cross of Merit and the Order of Merit of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia. He was honored just a week before his death, showing how much he was valued by his community. His death leaves a gap that is not only noticeable at 1. FC Köln, but also in the entire political and social landscape of his homeland.