Book of condolences / Kondolenzbuch

It is with a heavy heart that I write this condolence message for Professor Marcus Maurer. I had the immense privilege of working with him from 2011 to 2014, and those years were among the most meaningful in my life and career. Marcus was not only an extraordinary clinician and brilliant scientist but, above all, a deeply compassionate human being. Despite being one of the busiest people in the world, he always made time to help others with a generosity of spirit that was truly rare. I learned so much in his lab, and I am forever grateful for his guidance and support. Without his mentorship, I could not have reached the goals I have today. His impact on my life and career is immeasurable, and I will always cherish the memories of the time we spent together. Marcus, it is heartbreaking to have to remember you in this way. I wish I could have expressed to you just how much I respected you, how much I admired you, and how often I thought of you—both when you were here and even now that you are gone. Your legacy lives on in the hearts of everyone you touched. Whether in this world or another, you will forever remain alive in my heart and memory. I will miss you, Marcus, and I will always carry your smile and your kindness with me. With deepest respect and sorrow, Rohit

Auf dem Weg der Trauer hast du zwei Gefährten: das Weinen um den Verlust und die Dankbarkeit für das Erlebte. Lieber Marcus, ich bin zutiefst dankbar dich kennengelernt zu haben, dankbar viele Jahre ein Teil Deines Teams gewesen zu sein, dankbar für das Gefühl in eine Familie gekommen zu sein. Du warst der beste Chef der Welt. Dein Verlust ist unbeschreiblich. Wir werden dich nie vergessen und unendlich vermissen.

Dear Marcus, Jodie, family, colleagues There are encounters and friendships which outshine any imaginable light, blinded by an exceptional being. Marcus is that beacon. We met in late 2005, as Marcus had shown interest in afamelanotide as a possible therapy in his domain of interest, urticaria. Marcus' passion to find solutions for his patients transcends the enthusiasm of most physicians, he has an explorative mind, a phantasy which only he knows how close it can come to realization. The journey with Marcus lasted 19 years, full of adventures to EMA, Bfarm, GKV, AAD, BAD and many more occasions. His humour, joie de vivre and unbridled optimism is exceptional, his energy level contagious. At 58 years he leaves a vacuum, a place not to be filled but one to remember to be aware of. The best remedy to loss of a dear colleague and human is by an insistence to keep speaking and thinking about the professional, the inspirer. There are so many things we wanted to say, to exchange and to build on, but the last occasion was not offered to us. I personally will miss Marcus' quick calls, wit, intelligence, persistence, insights and ability to think further than most. My deep appreciation for what you are, what you accomplished and the being you have become. Our condoleances to Jodie and your children, we cannot imagine what you are going through. Philippe Wolgen CEO Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals

Herr Prof. Maurer ist viel zu früh und plötzlich aus dem Leben geschieden. Ich habe in meiner Zusammenarbeit mit ihm immer seine Energie, seine Motivation, seine Inspiration, seine Menschlichkeit, seinen Humor, sein Wissen sehr geschätzt. Die Zusammenarbeit mit ihm wird vielen Kolleginnen, Kollegen und mir sehr fehlen. An dieser Stelle möchte ich auch meine tiefe Anteilnahme seiner Familie gegenüber zum Ausdruck bringen

Marcus, you were always everyone's big brother or even father. I looked up to you a great deal and you cared about people through and through, in every aspect of their lives. I only wish I could have returned that love / help when you needed it the most. I know all that love you would feel the same. We will meet again Marcus!

On behalf of the entire team at Excerpta Medica, I would like to express our condolences at the passing of Prof. Maurer. We had the opportunity to work with Marcus over the past few years and it was a great pleasure. He was always incredibly generous with his time and expertise, responding with enthusiasm to requests for further input or new publication proposals. His professionalism, compassion for his patients, and unending scientific curiosity always shone through. He will be greatly missed.

Lieber Marcus, ich kann es noch immer nicht fassen, dass Du nicht mehr da bist und das macht mich unglaublich traurig. Zehn Jahre durfte ich Dich begleiten und die Welt der Mastzelle sowie der Mastzell-vermittelten Erkrankungen erforschen. Zehn Jahre hören sich an wie eine lange Zeit, fühlen sich heute aber an wie ein kurzer Augenblick; ein Moment, den man zu halten versucht, der dann aber doch verschwindet. Ich habe Dir unglaublich viel zu verdanken. Es ist schwer, jeden Morgen an Deinem Büro vorbei zu gehen. Deine Tür war immer offen. Egal für wen, egal warum. Für jedes Problem hattest Du eine Lösung parat. Du wolltest hier gemeinsam mit uns alt werden, jetzt müssen wir Abschied nehmen. Viel zu früh. Ich kann mir überhaupt nicht vorstellen, wie schwer Dein Verlust für Deine Familie sein muss und ich wünsche ihr ganz viel Kraft für die kommende Zeit. Du warst ein ganz besonderer Mensch und ich werde Dich nie vergessen.

With Professor Maurer we have lost a true visionary and an inspiration to the whole community. I will remember his energy, enthusiasm, kindness, and his ability to bring people together. My sincere condolences and prayers to his family.

Some people are unique and Prof. Maurer was one of them. He will live forever in our memories as someone who united and motivated a generation of experts. Rest in peace. May God comfort your family.

Lieber Marcus, Dein Tod beschäftigt mich noch immer und macht mich noch immer traurig. Deine Energie und Dein Enthusiasmus war unbeschreiblich. Du hast für Deine Arbeit gebrannt und warst dabei immer empathisch, immer für den Patienten und fürs Team. Bei Dir habe ich gelernt, dass pragmatische Lösungen oft die besseren sind. Es war eine Freude, mit Dir und Deinem wunderbaren Team zusammengearbeitet zu haben. Mein herzliches Beileid an Jodie und Deine Kinder.