In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Thami Celani Majola, affectionately known as Gazambane among his friends, a dedicated truck driver at Aspen Logistics, has tragically passed away exactly one week before his scheduled wedding on September 10, 2023.
The news of his untimely demise comes as a shock to all who knew him.
According to a close relative who shared the devastating news with SA Trucker, Gazambane fell ill at his home in Empangeni on Sunday, September 3, and was immediately rushed to the hospital for medical attention.
However, despite the best efforts of medical professionals, he succumbed to his illness mere hours after being admitted.
The precise cause of his sudden and unexpected passing has yet to be determined, leaving family and friends searching for answers and grieving their loss.
As the mournful community grapples with the devastating news, plans for Thami’s funeral are already underway.
Tragic timing
It is likely that his funeral will be held on Saturday, September 10, the very day he was originally slated to exchange vows with his beloved Thenjiwe.
This heartbreaking turn of events serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the unpredictable nature of fate.
Thami Celani Majola was more than just a truck driver; he was an active and cherished member of our platform. He celebrated his birthday on March 4 this year, as he had done in previous years, with the camaraderie of fellow truckers. He responded to their heartfelt birthday wishes with gratitude and warmth, leaving a lasting impression of his kindness and humility.
In one of his responses to the birthday wishes from fellow truckers on our platform, he said, “Thank you so much to all of you who wished me a happy birthday. I honestly wasn’t expecting that! I’m being totally truthful when I say that each and every message brought a smile to my face and made my day that much more special! Thank you all so much; I really appreciate all the love you have shown me today!”
On behalf of the entire community of truckers on SA Trucker, we extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Thami’s grieving family, friends, and colleagues. In this difficult time, may he rest in eternal peace, forever remembered and cherished by those whose lives he touched.
