After the discovery of the body of Hervé Neau this morning at the Town Hall of Rezé, the emotion was great among the Rezeans. Aged 58, Hervé Neau had been mayor of the city since July 2020.
On the weekly Friday market which takes place on May 8, the news circulates quickly and arouses great emotion. Before being elected, he was principal of the Chêne Creux elementary school and it is in this role that Sylvie knew him. She learned the news when she woke up on Friday morning. ” My son had him as a master and I was very affected by this announcement, I can’t stop thinking about it “says the Rezéenne.
Hervé Neau was a mayor who, according to her, was close to his constituents. ” We often saw him in the markets, he always had a kind word for us “recalls Sylvie. She describes a man very upright and honest » and says to himself « knocked out by the news.
They remember the teacher
The emotion is also strong for Isabelle, ” super shocked “. His children had Hervé Neau as teacher. ” He was someone who means a lot in the life of the Rezéens for his role and his commitment when he was director of the Chêne Creux school. “.
Even for those who didn’t know him it’s a shock“ I haven’t often had the opportunity to meet him but it’s very sad news for Rezé “says Jacques.
At City Hall, the flags are at half mast following the announcement of the death of Hervé Neau. City Hall will remain closed to the public until Monday.