Memorial service for murdered wedding venue owner to be held on his birthday
Family and friends will gather tomorrow to remember the life of north coast wedding venue owner, Marius Deyzel.
The 62-year-old was shot dead in an armed robbery at the Maroupi Wedding Venue in Umhlali, on Saturday night.
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Deyzel had been having a braai with family and friends at the time - when the assailants cut a hole in the fence and attacked them.
He was shot - while his guests were tied up and robbed of valuables.
Family spokesperson, Cameron Gordon, says the support they have received in their time of need - has been overwhelming.
"The community has been amazing. People have been in and out all day here yesterday, the day before, this morning - bringing food, offering condolences, and just offering any help in any way they can. And as part of the family, we're incredibly grateful," he said.
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The memorial service will take place tomorrow at the Maroupi Wedding Venue at 11am. Another service for Deyzel will also be held in Port Elizabeth, next Tuesday.