Marius Strauss

He was genuinely one of the best. One of those rare people who made everyone around him feel better just by being there. RIP

Ek het skaars woorde om te deel. My hart is baie seer.

Jy was altyd 'n inspirasie gewees vir my en vir soveel ander wat jou geken het.

Ek is dankbaar vir die bietjie tyd wat ek jou leer ken het toe ons saam gewerk het, en jy as 'n leier, 'n vriend, en 'n opregte, warm, eerlike mens almal se lewe verryk het.

Rus in vrede.

Marius, dit was n voorreg om jou as n vriend in my lewe te he. Jy was altyd reg om te help of net te luister as ek wou praat! Rus sag, ons gaan jou baie mis!! Xx

Imam Ali the great Islamic ruler expressed profound wisdom in his teaching as quoted - “Be like the flower that gives its fragrance even to the hand that crushes it”.

Reflecting on my relationship and close dealings with Marius this wisdom is epitomized for me.

A humble soul that never said no, always aimed to please for the greater good and no matter the pressure nor the ask gave it his all to ensure success.

In the face of adversity and crunch times he brought a fragrance to the SARS Customs world that will linger in perpetuity.

I am proud to have been associated with Marius and forever appreciative of his impact on me and SARS.

Till we meet again Marius, travel safe and may you be blessed with peace.

May the Family be blessed with immense patience in these trying times and may the fragrance of Marius’ contribution to life bring solitude.

Marius, you left us way too soon. You were the life of the party and a fantastic developer. You'll be remembered for your infectious energy, your passion for innovation, and your kindness. Rest in peace, friend. You may be gone, but your impact lives on

Always on the dance floor.
Always making us laugh.
Always the happiest soul in the room.

Marius lived with joy, spunk, and a beautiful, quirky light that can never be forgotten.
The music may fade, but his spirit will dance on forever.

It was a pleasure knowing you, Marius. It was joyful having you around and truly exciting working with you at BBD. You taught me how to find joy in life even when things go bad. Because of you, I can keep going even when I am scared. May your soul rest in peace!!!

Marius, there are no words to adequately express my feelings at this time of sorrow. Some words about you are - genuine, kind, caring, genius, dedicated, loving, lived life to the fullest - a beautiful soul.

My Dearest Marius.....

As I sit down to write this, I'm filled with a mix of emotions - sadness, gratitude, and love.
How do you say goodbye?
it's hard to find the words.....

You were the sunshine in everyone's life's, always brightening up the darkest days with your infectious smile and adventurous spirit.
Your zest for life was contagious, and I'm so grateful to have had you in my life.

I'll never forget the memories we shared, the laughter, the adventures, and the quiet moments when it was just us.
You had a way of making everyone feel seen and heard, and your presence will be deeply missed.

As you rest in peace, I want you to know that your legacy lives on in me and in the countless lives you touched.
Your spirit was wild and free, and I hope you're exploring new horizons and chasing new sunsets.

Rest now, my friend.
You've earned it.
May your journey be filled with joy, love, and adventure.
I'll carry you in my heart always.

Goodbye for now, my dear Marzi
May you shine bright in the heavens above.

With love and appreciation always
Nix
❤️🙏❤️

To the heavens another angel ascends. It was an honour to have met you, Marius. Even though our experiences were few you did make a big impact in my life. May you rest in peace. Until we meet again. My best wishes and biggest hugs go out to all your family and friends.

Ai Marius, waar begin 'n mens as jou hart nog nie die waarheid aanvaar het nie? Weet jy sal gemis word! Ons lekker kuier, lag en herinneringe wat ons oor die jare gehad het. Dankie vir die tye wat ons saam kon geniet het. Ons gaan jou opreg mis, jy was one in a million. Sterkte aan Marius se familie en almal na aan hom, ons weet ons is nie alleen in hierdie hartseer tyd nie.

Marius,

Ons pad saam was hopeloos te kort. Dankie vir die manier wat jy my verwelkom het in die span. Die manier wat jy kennis oorgedra het was legendary. Jy gaan erg gemis word.

Aan Marius se familie en vriende, ons dink aan julle. Mag julle vertroosting vind in die memories saam met Marius en die legacy wat hy agtergelaat het.

How does one describe all you were in just a few words Marius?

You were so much more than just a colleague, the one who never backed down from a challenge, irrespective of the personal cost. Loyal, kind and patient – always so willing and gracious to help (even when those little ‘skunkworks’ occasionally got you into hot water) and share your knowledge without talking down to anyone or making them feel how much smarter you were.

Yet, you were so much more than just the work you did – You were a kind and generous friend, a talented pianist, the life of the party, the gracious and genteel host who went out of his way to make sure everyone was included.

You’ve left a vast gap in our hearts and lives Marius – One of the really, really good ones – taken far, far too soon. This world was a brighter place for having you in it. Rest easy, we've got the watch.

Marius 💞
There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone, the light remains.
💛
Dexie

You will be sorely missed my friend. Our deepest condolences to the Strauss family. Rest in Peace

It is with so much sadness that will mis a amazing friend and always know he was always there to help
I will certainly miss such dear friend, I will always remember how special he was 😞🥲

I will forever cherish our memories. From Uni to Work trip catch ups, we always knew how to laugh out loud. I remember your roadtrip to Namibia and how we sat outside under the Namibian sky and how the friendship was just effortless.

Rest in Eternal Peace my dear Friend ❤️

Ek is sonder woorde… Hoe beskryf ’n mens iemand soos jy in ’n paar sinne? Jy was nie net ’n kollega nie – jy was ’n vriend, ’n steunpilaar, iemand op wie ek altyd kon staatmaak. Jy het ’n hart van goud gehad, altyd gereed om te help, altyd omgegee vir ander. Jy was my “go-to”, my probleemoplosser, die een wat nooit teruggestaan het vir ’n uitdaging nie. Jy het elke deadline gehaal, al het dit beteken dat jy nagte moes deurwerk.
Maar jy was soveel meer as jou werk. Jy was die lewe van elke partytjie, die een wat kon dans soos niemand anders nie – en die enigste mens wat my kon laat voel asof ek ook kan dans. Jy het elke uitdaging aangepak, by die werk én by die huis. Ek onthou nog jou klavierlesse, eerste recital.
En nou… skielik is jy weg. Ek kan dit nie begryp nie. Ek weet nie hoe ons by die werk gaan aangaan sonder. Jy het ’n leemte gelaat wat niemand ooit sal kan vul nie. Ek gaan jou ongelooflik baie mis. Rus sag, Marius – jy het die wêreld mooier gemaak.

Maruis, where to begin. Our friendship memories will be cherished. Your voice is quite and your Wonderful personality will be missed.
You will be missed dearly.

Thanks for the good laughs and fun we always had.

Thanks for always being there . I'll miss our coffee's. ( Still wanted to Steal your coffee machine.

Please say hallo to everyone in Heaven.

R.I.P my Friend till we meet again.

Lots of love ( Jayjay)

Gone too soon. The good ones always leave us far too early. It’s an incredible loss, and my heart goes out to your family and close friends during this difficult time. I feel grateful to have worked alongside such a remarkable person, your impact will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Marius.

Liewe Marius,

Ek mis jou. Meer as wat woorde regtig kan sê. Jy het in ’n tyd in my lewe ingestap toe ek stukkend was, en sonder dat jy dit ooit probeer het, het jy my net rustiger laat asemhaal. By jou het dinge ligter gevoel.

Ek sal altyd onthou hoe ons saam gelag het, ons roadtrips met die beste musiek, al die kuiertjies, die vinnige McDonalds lunches en hikes in die natuur saam met Jock. En die klein boodskappies tussendeur, net om te vra hoe dit gaan. Dit was so tipies jy. So jy.

Ons vriendskap was dalk kort, maar jy het diep in my hart gaan lê. Jy het my op jou eie unieke manier weer heel gemaak. En daarvoor sal ek vir altyd dankbaar wees.

Jy bly by my, in my gedagtes, in my herinneringe, in my hart. Altyd.

Marius was truly an exceptional individual, always willing to help, no matter how busy he was. His patience and knowledge he generously shared never went unnoticed, even when I arrived with last-minute questions or tried to jump the incident queue for his brilliance. He had a passion for his work that inspired everyone around him, and his patience no matter how busy he was left a lasting impression on me. I will always remember how he made time for me when I needed a quick answer. His calm approach to complex issues, simplified by his explanation, will always stay with me, true brilliance!

Marius, you left us far too soon. It is an immense and heartbreaking loss for everyone who loved you and for those who had the privilege of working alongside you. Rest in peace.
Leon Pretorius

Buurman ons sal jou glimlag en mooi geaardheid baie mis.
Rus in vrede Marius.🥰

Marius, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you - thank you for all your positivity and everything you have done for Discovery Bank. We are better because of you. You have left a legacy and a lot of heart broken colleagues and friends. Rest well and huge condolences to your family, friends and colleagues

Marius, it was a privilege to work with you for the past six years. Your positivity and humour made even the most challenging days enjoyable. You are profoundly missed and the world is a sadder place without your presence. Wishing your family peace and strength during this incredibly difficult time.

Marius, you’ve left too soon. There are no words at a sad time like this. Rest gently special soul, no more stress, strain or pain.

Condolences to your family and loved ones who remain in our prayers

Marius was the most fluid person I knew, no matter the problem the solution the situation........He always came out a better person than he went in. Not many people have this attirbute, very few actually....... you will be remembered.........always

Nie net as mede-hiker nie, maar ook as mede BBD kolega, gaan ons jou mis Marius! Dankie vir die mooi en sprankelende persoon wie jy was en nogsteeds vir ons beteken. Rus in vrede

Geniet j tweede werklike Lewe.Ons Gaan jou mis.Het altyd Leka saam jou gekuier en Gaan dit mis👼😇

Marius... It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye. Your kindness, forever willing to help, and warmth touched everyone around you. You left us far too soon, and words cannot express the void you leave behind. May your beautiful soul rest in peace, and may your family find comfort in the love and memories you shared with us. You will always be remembered and missed.

My liefste neef. My hart is stukkend, maar wat ek altyd saam my gaan dra is ons memories. Ons kuiers en die lekker dansies saam. Ons stout wees saam. Ons was altyd in die moeilikheid! Ons was soos vinkel en koljander! Ek gaan jou soooooooo mis😭😭😭😭Rus sag my liefste neef. Love ya lots! Tot ons weer ontmoet ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭Jou nig Elsje😇😇😥

Marius you one hell of a guy and gone way tooo soon. You were an absolutely amazing team lead and friend, our kareokees live on in my mind and soul. You will be missed. My condolences to all family and friends, this is a tragic loss!

Ek mis jou so baie. Ek dink terug aan hoe ons saam gedans het jy was altyd eerste op die dansvloer, hoe jy my rondgedraai en geswaai het, ek mis jou groot warm hart. Ek wens ek kon net nog een keer hoor hoe jy sê: “Ag nee man, my Poef,” en saam met jou ’n glasie wyn drink, lag en gesels oor ons 18 jaar se vriendskap.
Wanneer ek deur al ons foto’s kyk, is ek dankbaar vir die kosbare herinneringe wat jy vir my gelos het.
Rus sag, my Poef.

To a gem of a mensch. A gentleman like few others. A man with so many hidden skills that I had the fortunate opportunity to experience.

You played the piano like a maestro (I still enjoy watching the video section of your Instagram where you recorded yourself playing), while the box pizzas were baking in the oven; you kept an inviting home and a lovely family with Lego and Jock, both of whom visibly adored you. I'll miss those "Hey Google..... play my dance playlist" requests, amongst others. (I enjoyed the way the automation was progressing onto things like the TV etc. and how you would detail the why and the how about it on each subsequent visit, ... I was encouraged to start the same on your advise - I got the amplifier sorted btw - good call).

I enjoyed your company and warm embrace at every event, and the fact you were always keen to try new events and open to meet new people. You were a great peacemaker and kept everyone involved.

The fact you would reach out and just ask how things are, not expecting anything in return... just a casual check in, will be sorely missed in this society we live in now. Your regular company on the hikes was always valued and I so enjoyed the fact the family (Jock) came with you.

Like a ship that departs a harbour and moves over the horizon out of sight, so you have moved from my sight. But like that ship that is as tall and grand elsewhere, I know you are still you in another plain, just simply out of my sight, but not out of my mind.

Sincere thanks for the growing friendship, as brief as it was here.

I remember the first time I met you when I met your brother at Babylon on the 23/12/23 and we've celebrated Christmas's together 2 if I'm not mistaken this year would have been our 3rd, what a shock to the system to everyone who knows and loves you. You were the most kind loving caring person and I was blessed to know you. Your bond with your brother was one I truly admired there was nothing you wouldn't do for each other, your love was unbreakable. Thank you for being there and loving Pierre the way you did ❤️ Jock and your Kitty will truly miss you but dont worry about them as they will be loved and taken care of. You may not be here physically but I know you'll forever watch over Pierre. We will truly miss you. Gone too soon but never forgotten forever in our hearts 💕 R.I.P beautiful soul. Life is short dont take anything for granted. Cherish every second tell the people you love that you love them.

Marius , neef rus sag ons gaan al die goeie tye onthou.
Dankie vir alles wat jy gedoen het vir ons

Dear Marius, to a life well-lived. Your memory will live on. Love Lucinda