Guido Westerwelle 1961 – 2016

Biography

Guido Westerwelle was born on December 27, 1961, in Bad Honnef, Germany, where his journey toward public service began. As a member of the Free Democratic Party (FDP), he devoted his career to German politics, ultimately rising to the position of Foreign Minister—a role of significant responsibility and influence in shaping his nation’s international relations and diplomatic efforts.

Throughout his professional life, Westerwelle worked tirelessly in the political arena, guided by the principles and values of his party. His appointment as Foreign Minister represented a pinnacle of his career, offering him the opportunity to represent Germany on the world stage and contribute to important matters of state and international cooperation.

On March 18, 2016, Westerwelle passed away in Cologne at the age of 54, following a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. His death marked the end of a dedicated political career. He was laid to rest at Melaten-Friedhof in Lindenthal, where he is remembered as a committed public servant who gave his professional life to the service of his country.