Hommage à Michel Freyssenet. Ulrich Jürgens

Michel was a very inspiring researcher, he was the heart and soul of GERPISA
Ulrich Jürgens, WZB Wissenschaftzentrum Berlin

Dear Elsie,
I have just heard that Michel has passed away and I want to send you my heartfelt condolences. This is such a hard loss and I am feeling so sorrow for you.
I have known Michel for such a long time and it was almost self evident that we would see us at least once every year. I remember you and Michel waiting at the Charles de Gaulle airport when I met you the first time. The plane came in with a long delay and you both wer etired and frustrated. But this did not last long.
Michel was a very inspiring researcher, he was the heart and soul of Gerpisa which he has built so strong that it will last still for a long time. Michel was a friend, warm and cordial, personally interested and Ready to help. I feel very sad.