Hubert Aiwanger death tribute from partner Tanja Schweiger, Digi Mart USA News (Munich/Berlin): Tanja Schweiger (48), partner of Free Voters leader Hubert Aiwanger (†55), has spoken publicly for the first time about his death. Aiwanger was found dead on November 4 in a hotel room in Berlin.
Schweiger, a district administrator, and Aiwanger were together for more than a decade. The couple never married but had two sons together, and they often appeared together in public.
In an Instagram post, Schweiger wrote: “He was a friend to everyone, warm-hearted and brilliantly clever. His quick grasp and his ability to explain complex matters so that everyone understood them impressed many.” She added that many people felt he represented them because he said what they thought.
Schweiger also thanked people for their support since the news of his death. She said the family was deeply moved by the many photos, quotes, condolence messages and visitors signing condolence books across Bavaria and beyond.
The family has decided that a state funeral should be held. Schweiger said his burial will take place afterward at home, and that the family will share details once dates are confirmed.
Aiwanger had cancelled an appearance at the opening of the Free Voters’ Berlin office because he was unwell. An autopsy found that he died of natural causes.
