Bro. Leopold Engleitner Died

[Astrid]

I didn't find anything official, but it seems he died a few days ago.... in the german board we are talking about it, one of the brothers there know Bernhard Rammerstorfer (who is like a son for Leopold) and confirmed it.

 

 

He was such a dear brother, 107 years old, faithful until the end. And now, I think,  already in heaven. 

Edited April 30, 2013 by Astrid

[trottigy]

Wow! 107 talk about SPECIAL mightiness Psalms 90:10

[Musky]

Very sad! what a record he has with Jehovah! His years in concentrations camps and other persecutions could not alter his faith!

[Astrid]

yes, he was such a small, fragile man, but with an inner strength. We really can be proud to have such a brother. 

[Brother_Bliss]

You can go ahead and move this topic out to whichever forum you think it appropriate. (In the News is public and caters more towards journalism, whereas Interchange is about our faith and is private). I think since you state that you can't confirm this, that is good enough. 

[Astrid]

Well, it's official now. 

 

on http://www.rammerstorfer.cc/# , if you click on "persönliche Mitteilung", Bernhard wrote that Leopold died. But it's in German, not in English. 

[Astrid]

for those who do not know him, here's a link to Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leopold_Engleitner

 

 

and his life story on wol.jw.org: http://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2005325#h=0:0-51:30

[Mrs. Musky]

I didn't find anything official, but it seems he died a few days ago.... in the german board we are talking about it, one of the brothers there know Bernhard Rammerstorfer (who is like a son for Leopold) and confirmed it.

 

 

He was such a dear brother, 107 years old, faithful until the end. And now, I think,  already in heaven. 

I'm so sorry to hear this, but in this system he reached quite a ripe old age-- especially considering the horrible abuse he suffered during WWII.  I recently watched an amazing video on YouTube about his life...definitely faith-strengthening..What a dear & faithful brother he was!!!

[pinkpopcorn]

Personally I am THRILLED for our brother! He is finally there and out of any human misery that a worn out body taxes humans with. He certainly was a very faithful man. Wow! 107!!!!!!!!!!! Now, on to infinity and beyond!   

Edited May 1, 2013 by pinkpopcorn

[Astrid]

you're right, Chris, I feel the same. I'm imagining him already in heaven, chatting with all the other of the 144 000, and learning his new tasks. :-)

[Áine]

I was imagining what he is doing right now !! imagine how old age has now left him, what rejoicing there must have been in Heaven he had such an amazing life and did so much good, such a fine Witness to Jehovah

[rocket]

I have his book but haven't read it all yet. So sad to see him go but happy to know he is now in Heaven with Jesus and the other Anointed ones.

[TripleGGG1959]

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/history/world-war-two/10033187/Oldest-Nazi-concentration-camp-survivor-dies-aged-107.html

 

 

This is just one of many articles on Leopold Engleitner who at 107 was the oldest survivor of the Nazi regime. See the w05 5/1 23-28 for his life story. Here is the beginning of the article:*** w05 5/1 p. 23 Though Weak, I Am Powerful ***

AS TOLD BY LEOPOLD ENGLEITNER

The SS officer drew his pistol, held it to my head, and asked: “Are you ready to die? I’m going to pull the trigger because you’re really a hopeless case.” “I’m ready,” I said, trying to keep my voice steady. I braced myself, closed my eyes, and waited for him to pull the trigger, but nothing happened. “You’re even too stupid to die!” he shouted, removing the gun from my temple. How did I end up in such a desperate situation?

 

 

 

 

 

[Roberto Flores]

May be the brother Engleitner was unique with that age as part of 144.000. Imagine us to brothers and sisters to knew him, received advices, shake his hand and served joint with him...., must be learned as served to Jehovah and follow to Jesus Christ. 

Remember the Watchtower February 2013-Study edtion- about  our Spiritual Heritage.

Have that age is a task of men came into existence for live and served a Jehovah, there a little people on the word with more 100 years, someones walking to the meetings to Kingdom Hall, it is great, don't you

[carribbeangrl01]

http://www.foxnews.com/world/2013/05/02/oldest-surviving-nazi-concentration-camp-survivor-dead-at-107/?test=latestnews

my husband just texted me this story.

What is the title of his book? Wasnt there a thread not long ago interviewing him?

[Astrid]

you can buy the book here: http://www.rammerstorfer.cc/english/index.htm directly from Bro. Rammerstorfer. I'm sure there are shops in the US too where you can order it.

 

I read it a few years ago and recommened it. 

[carribbeangrl01]

That link isn't working. It gives me an error

[Astrid]

try this: www.rammerstorfer.cc

 

and then English version, and on the bottom there is the link to the book and DVDs.

[carribbeangrl01]

maybe its just too busy of site right now

[Astrid]

here's another shop: http://www.alst.org/pages-us/paypal/Order-Books-DVDs.html

[carribbeangrl01]

that one works. Thank you

Are there any price differences?

[Musky]

Looks like it made Fox news:

 

http://www.foxnews.com/world/2013/05/02/oldest-surviving-nazi-concentration-camp-survivor-dead-at-107/

 

[rocket]

It made MSN News also.

 

http://news.msn.com/obits/oldest-concentration-camp-survivor-107-dies

[Jordan]

27 minute video documentary about his life.

 

http://dwsilver.com/Engleitner.html

Edited May 3, 2013 by Jordan

[Astrid]

that one works. Thank you

Are there any price differences?

no, it seems not. But I don't know about postage.