She announced the sad news on Sunday afternoon (March 15). “Dear mom, giving up was never an option for you. You always fought – until the end,” writes Burkard under a photo that shows her and her mother.

Katja Burkard honors her mother Elfriede (†) with moving words

The post continues: “We have often asked ourselves where you got the strength to defy every illness. You survived everything because you wanted to live. And that’s exactly why you reached the proud age of 92.” Katja Burkard emphasizes that her mother is now “redeemed” and has found peace

Fans express their condolences to Katja Burkard

Katja Burkard receives numerous condolences on her Instagram post. Her followers write something like: “My deepest sympathy, dear Katja” or “My condolences. Losing a mom is the worst thing that can happen to you.” Another user writes: “It was the mom, what more words do you need.”