Marilyn Russouw Obituary: Boksburg School Mourns Grade 8 Learner

Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen in Boksburg is mourning Grade 8 learner Marilyn Russouw following her reported death, as tributes and condolences emerge from the school community.

Marilyn Russouw’s Passing Leaves Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen in Mourning

The community of Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen in Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa, is grieving the reported death of Marilyn Russouw, a Grade 8 learner whose passing has brought sadness to her family, classmates, teachers, and friends.

The school shared a farewell message expressing its condolences to Marilyn’s loved ones and everyone affected by her death. Its message ended with the Afrikaans words, “Rus sag, Marilyn,” meaning “Rest peacefully, Marilyn.” The brief tribute reflected the sorrow of a school community saying goodbye to one of its young learners.

Community Members Share Messages of Sympathy

Following the school’s announcement, parents, former pupils, and other community members shared messages of condolence. Their responses reflected the sadness felt by people who had heard about the loss, including those who did not necessarily know Marilyn personally.

Some commenters expressed sympathy for her family and offered prayers for comfort during an exceptionally difficult time. Others described the news as particularly painful because Marilyn was still so young and had many years of school life ahead of her.

For her classmates, the loss means confronting the absence of someone who had shared their school environment and everyday experiences. Teachers and other members of staff are also among those affected by the announcement.

Remembering Marilyn Russouw

Although limited personal information has been made public, the school’s farewell message and the community’s responses show how deeply the news has affected those connected with Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen.

Marilyn’s family and friends now face a painful period of mourning. Messages of support from the wider community may offer some comfort as they remember her and come to terms with their loss.

Our heartfelt condolences go to the Russouw family, Marilyn’s friends, classmates, teachers, and everyone grieving her passing. May they find strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Disclaimer

Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen’s farewell message and the reported identification of Marilyn Russouw as a Grade 8 learner were covered in a November 13, 2026, report. The school’s message expressed condolences but did not disclose Marilyn’s age, cause of death, or the circumstances surrounding her passing. No such details are included here because they have not been established in the information reviewed.