DES MOINES, IOWA (September 4, 2023) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to the death of David Wolnerman, Des Moines’ last known Holocaust survivor:
“Despite enduring the horrors of Nazi concentration camps as a young boy, I was always inspired by David’s optimism and his generosity to the Des Moines community. He led a life we can all learn from — focused on faith, family, and community.