“Heartfelt condolences have been expressed for the passing of Henry Wuga, a Holocaust survivor and esteemed educator known for his positive impact, at the age of 100.”
The Holocaust Memorial Day Trust announced on Sunday the passing of Wuga, a survivor of the Kindertransport who fled Germany in 1939 and made a home in Glasgow.
Olivia Marks-Woldman, the CEO, expressed her deep sorrow over the passing of Henry. She described him as a distinguished, elegant individual who always strived to make a positive impact.
“The efforts of him and his deceased spouse, Ingrid, in sharing their personal experiences, had a profound influence on countless individuals throughout Scotland.”
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We, the team at the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust, extend our heartfelt condolences to Hilary and Gillian, his daughters, and all of his family and friends.
“Henry, we appreciate everything you have done and will miss you.”
Wuga was born in Nuremberg and went to a Jewish grammar school, where he was a year below Henry Kissinger.
Because of his mother, Wuga was able to leave Germany when he was 15 years old. When he arrived in London, he was then transferred to Glasgow, where he found a warm and accepting home.
Nicola Sturgeon, the previous prime minister, described Wuga as a remarkable person who was filled with entertaining stories.
“Although the world has suffered a loss with his passing, his life undeniably enriched it,” she stated. “Together with his dear wife, Ingrid, Henry educated countless individuals on the devastating impact of the Holocaust and the importance of never forgetting its lessons. Through his demeanor of grace, he served as a reminder of the strength and compassion of love.”
Humza Yousaf, who took over her position, expressed deep sorrow upon learning of Wuga’s passing.
“He shared on X that his absence will be deeply felt not just in Scotland, but also in other communities. For many years, he dedicated himself to reminding us of the atrocities of the Holocaust, a reminder that should always be remembered. My condolences to Henry’s loved ones, friends, and all those who admired him.”
Anas Sarwar, the head of the Scottish Labour party, praised Wuga for his warmth, charm, and compassion. His strength and personality served as an inspiration to us all.
It is our responsibility to honor their generation by spreading their stories and continuously striving for peace.
Wuga, who worked in the food service industry, celebrated their 100th birthday in February and commented, “I may be 100, but I don’t feel 100. It’s quite a remarkable thing to reach 100 years.”
Before his birthday, his representative in the Scottish Parliament, Jackson Carlaw, honored him at Holyrood while the first minister was being questioned.
Carlaw mentioned on X: “It was such a joy for all of us to commemorate Henry’s 100th birthday just last month.”
“Today, we grieve the loss of Henry and extend our love to Hilary, Gillian, and the rest of the family. In his calm demeanor, Henry was a leader. May his legacy be a source of comfort.”
Source: theguardian.com
