Stihna Johansson Evertsson, a prominent Center Party politician from Högsby, has died after a long battle with cancer, according to reports. Her partner, Rickard Persson, announced her passing in a Facebook post on Thursday afternoon, stating that she had peacefully passed away after several years fighting the disease. Johansson Evertsson, who was 49 years old, served as chairperson of Högsby Municipal Council from 2014 until the 2022 elections.
She also held the position of chairperson for the Center Party in Kalmar County. In his social media announcement, Persson expressed both grief and gratitude, writing that while her passing leaves a significant void, he was thankful for the years they shared together. The news has prompted hundreds of tributes on social media, including messages from political colleagues across party lines.
she had peacefully passed away after several years fighting the disease
while her passing leaves a significant void, he was thankful for the years they shared together