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Franz Lehman, Longtime Activist
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Franz Lehman, Met Council board member, volunteer and beloved friend.
Franz, 85, was hit by a car in late May while delivering petitions calling for the repeal of the Rockefeller drug laws to Gov. George Pataki’s local office. He died on June 24 after several weeks of struggling in intensive care. Our hearts go out to Rosel, his wife and partner of 54 years, who runs the membership department and is an integral part of our organization and family.
Franz changed everyone at Met Council who knew him. We mourn his passing and will never forget his kindness, intelligence and commitment to social justice.
A tribute to Franz Lehman will appear in September’s Tenant/Inquilino. A memorial is being planned for October. Letters of condolence can be sent to Rosel Lehman c/o Met Council.