Indiana's governor and Indiana State University's president are among those reacting to the news of Eva Kor's death:

Governor Eric J. Holcomb:

“The world just lost a giant with Eva Kor’s passing. Janet and I loved and adored her. Everywhere she went, Eva brought light into darkness and provided comfort to those in pain unlike anyone we’ve ever met. From her against all odds survival as a young girl in Auschwitz to her peace spreading message based from home in Terre Haute, Indiana, her relentless and optimistic example inspired the world. Her angelic spirit will live on in the countless souls she saved from ongoing confusion and torment. Janet and I are reminded just how blessed we are to have her as a friend. We will miss her laughter, her wisdom and her passion. We call on every Hoosier to look above on this Independence Day and say a prayer for Eva and the family and nation she leaves behind.”

Gov. Holcomb named Eva Kor the recipient of the 2017 Sachem, the state’s highest honor.

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Deborah Curtis, Indiana State University president:

"Eva Kor’s life and work is a testament to the power of forgiveness. The path to forgiveness is not easy, nor is the quest to spread truth. Both, however, are powerful agents of change, and that is what Eva Kor steadfastly spent her life doing — changing lives with her message.

"Eva stands as one of the tallest and strongest Sycamores. Our Indiana State family is devastated at the news of her passing, but we know her legacy of forgiveness will live on for generations to come."

Kor is a 1990 graduate of Indiana State. She was awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2017. Plans are underway for a memorial service on the Indiana State campus.

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Indiana U.S. Senator Todd Young:

"Eva Kor taught so many about the horrors of the Holocaust and, just as importantly, the power of love and forgiveness. Indiana and the world will miss this great American."

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Congressman Larry Bucshon:

“A person who had become a friend, Eva Moses Kor passed away today in Krakow, Poland while on her annual trip to visit Auschwitz. Eva survived the Holocaust and became a staunch supporter of forgiveness. She lived a consequential life and will be missed.”

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Auschwitz Memorial:

"Only five days ago we recorded a testimony of Eva Kor, an Auschwitz survivor, for @AuschwitzMuseum Archive. Today came news about her passing away. It more than just 'a breaking news'. It is a devastating one as one more survivor stopped sharing the story."

World reaction to Kor's death