Jean-François Picheral, the former socialist mayor of Aix-en-Provence (during two terms from 1989 to 2001) died on Saturday October 12 at the age of 90. A radiologist by profession, he was elected mayor of Aix-en-Provence in 1989, re-elected in 1995, then elected senator of Bouches-du-Rhône in 1998. The mayor of Aix-en-Provence quickly reacted in morning upon hearing the news.
« I have just learned of the disappearance of the former mayor (…) Jean-François Picheral. I would like to salute his commitment to our City. Jean-François Picheral devoted a large part of his life to his city and its inhabitants, and this investment deserves to be saluted and recognized. In these difficult times, my thoughts are with his family, his loved ones and all those who supported him throughout his career. Rest in peace Jean François. »
Maryse Joissains, mother of Sophie Joissains, former mayor who succeeded Jean-François Picheral, also shared her reaction. “ Jean-François Picheral was a loyal political opponent for whom I had respect and a certain affection. He loved Aix en Provence and the people of Aix reciprocated him. I had friendship for his wife Suzanne with whom I spoke often. I think of their children, their loved ones and all its activists who were faithful until the end. Goodbye Jean-François. »
Jean-François Picheral: “a building mayor”
The municipal opposition group Aix au coeur chaired by the former En Marche MP, Anne-Laurence Petel: “ Deeply attached to the city of Aix-en-Provence, Jean-François Picheral put all his energy and courage at the service of the city and its inhabitants. A man of values and convictions, he was a mayor close to the people of Aix and of great generosity. As a building mayor, he led Aix-en-Provence into the turning point of modernity by launching innovative infrastructure projects which still shape our city today. Through his commitment, he contributed to the influence of Aix-en-Provence and marked the lives of thousands of Aix residents. Aix au Cœur joins in the grief of his family and loved ones and salutes the memory of a man guided by a sense of the general interest. »
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