That is really not cool, I wished that -the harassment- hadn’t happened to her, but then again I wish a lot of things (I am not on the forums, I just joined to write on this memorial thread but that is very disappointing if not surprising). I had sensed it had played a role in her not being so visible -I felt I crossed paths with her less these past few years, but I realize now other factors were probably also at play. She was such a character though, (I too remember the picture with the pink double pompom hat as another user here mentioned). This is heartbreaking.
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I wish her family receives the support that they most certainly need after this tragedy.
I had interacted with her on the forums years ago. I think I had heard awhile back about the harassment that encouraged her to step back from the forums. It’s pretty rotten that she had to deal with it.
Cancer is a right b*. I had my own bout with it when I was 28 and as a result, I have met many young adults with cancer. Not all of whom are still around. It’s heartbreaking.
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It’s such a strange feeling to feel deeply touched and saddened by the loss of someone I never knew; it feels like a missed/lost chance. Tragic to lose someone so young. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and cared for her.
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Sad news!
Like many others, I came across Marina (in my case, regarding Opiliones in Russia) and she was always very willing to answer questions about her observations (and her photos, which were often very good).
I also liked her contributions to the forum, her frankness and her clear and well-argued positions.
Rest in peace, Marina.
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