Maria Schneider, a 55-year-old councilor of the Civic Coalition in Szczecin, died on September 22 after a long battle with cancer.
About Maria Schneider’s Passing
Maria Schneider, a councilor of the Szczecin City Council from the Civic Coalition, passed away on Monday, September 22, due to a long illness. She had been fighting cancer for about four years and was 55 years old when she died.
Tributes from Fellow Politicians
Politicians from the Civic Coalition paid tribute to Schneider on their social media platforms. Tomasz Grodzki, former Marshal of the Senate, wrote on Facebook: “I bid a deep farewell to Maria Schneider, a councilor of the Szczecin City Council – a brave, strong, and determined woman who always had a smile on her face.”
Bartosz Arłukowicz, a Member of the European Parliament, also wrote: “Maria has left us. After a long and difficult fight. Brave. Strong. Determined. Always smiling.”
Sławomir Nitras stated: “Her courage in fighting the disease, her dedication to the affairs of the residents, and her kindness towards others will remain in the memory of all who had the honor of knowing her.”
Who Was Maria Schneider?
Schneider was a councilor of the Szczecin City Council from the Civic Coalition, serving her mandate from 2024. She was also a member of the sports commission and known for her support of women’s rights, having participated in Women’s Strike protests.
