The news of his sudden disappearance shocked the whole city. Because Tonino Dessì - who died today at the age of 63 - really knew everyone in Quartu , for his work as a family doctor and politician. Municipal councilor from 1993 to 2005 - he entered the via Porcu courtroom for the first time at just 24 years old - Dessì was also prime minister from 2001 to 2003 . His name was among the eligible candidates as a candidate for mayor for the center-right, wanted by his party - the Brothers of Italy - which he has led in recent years at the city level.
One of the first to remember him on social media is the regional councilor for the environment Marco Porcu , a party mate: «We met a few days ago and there was no shortage of the usual jokes, as well as fraternal advice for daily activity. I feel infinite sadness: thank you for every word, even over the top, that you have given me. But, above all, for the unconditional friendship».
Dessi was appreciated by everyone in the city, as a doctor but also as a politician. And not just from party comrades. "I am very saddened, we were city councilors when we were kids," recalls Mayor Graziano Milia . «Even with different political positions there has always been great loyalty and great mutual affection. The city is losing an intelligent politician, a person of extreme generosity,” adds Milia. “He was the first to work in the vaccine hub in the city and he spared no effort. For me a great friend, I am close to his family and party comrades".
