Richard Lugner's Grand Farewell at St. Stephen's Cathedral
Celebration of Richard Lugner's Life
Wien (dpa) - In St. Stephen’s Cathedral, hundreds gathered to bid farewell to the late Austrian entrepreneur Richard Lugner. The 91-year-old, famous for his lively appearances with celebrities at the Vienna Opera Ball, passed away on August 12. True to his vibrant spirit, the event featured numerous cameras capturing every moment live.
Lasting Impressions
Dompfarrer Toni Faber shared, "We tried to prepare everything in a way that pleases him.” He believes that Lugner’s spirit will appreciate the ceremony. His widow, Simone (42), who was married to him for 72 days, attended the event in a stunning black gown with a golden belt. The family gathered around a red coffin, a nod to Lugner City, his shopping center. The ceremony also drew many past wives and partners, highlighting his colorful personal life, including a poignant absence of one significant former partner.
- The red coffin represented his shopping center.
- Significant attendees included his widow and daughter.
- Many former wives and partners were present.
After the service, the coffin will be paraded past the Opera House and his shopping center.
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