Gambo Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 Hopefully we (the club) have been in touch with a Fedovatos/Jankauskas/Miko/etc to represent the club at his funeral later this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boris5115 Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 2 minutes ago, Gambo said: Hopefully we (the club) have been in touch with a Fedovatos/Jankauskas/Miko/etc to represent the club at his funeral later this week. I believe none of the mentioned have any mention of Zal,s passing on their social media pages but Devidas Cesnauskas has a post on his. As you say lm sure the club will be on the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilamas Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 I’ve posted this before, but it’s a lovely memory of Big Zal that I have. When Zaliukas was at ... another Scottish club, my son was playing an away game for Hearts U12s. Zal had just finished training and seeing a team in maroon he strolled over to watch some of the game. He was still in full training gear of that other team, but just cupped his hands to his mouth and yelled out “Come on the Hearts!” before singing the first line of the Hearts song to himself as he headed inside for his shower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeftBack Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 Met the big man a couple of times. A gentleman and a hero. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guess The Crowd Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 7 minutes ago, Gilamas said: I’ve posted this before, but it’s a lovely memory of Big Zal that I have. When Zaliukas was at ... another Scottish club, my son was playing an away game for Hearts U12s. Zal had just finished training and seeing a team in maroon he strolled over to watch some of the game. He was still in full training gear of that other team, but just cupped his hands to his mouth and yelled out “Come on the Hearts!” before singing the first line of the Hearts song to himself as he headed inside for his shower. 😃😃😃 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveofthegame Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 6 minutes ago, Gilamas said: I’ve posted this before, but it’s a lovely memory of Big Zal that I have. When Zaliukas was at ... another Scottish club, my son was playing an away game for Hearts U12s. Zal had just finished training and seeing a team in maroon he strolled over to watch some of the game. He was still in full training gear of that other team, but just cupped his hands to his mouth and yelled out “Come on the Hearts!” before singing the first line of the Hearts song to himself as he headed inside for his shower. Great story mate. What a legend he is and always will be. I hope that it will give his family a tremendous sense of pride to know how highly thought of he is at Tynecastle, possibly not now due to the pain they are undoubtedly in, but going forward. Get them invited to a game when the world returns to some form of normality and let’s give him a proper send off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenaciousdandy Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 Such a shame, so young, thoughts go out to his wife and family. RIP big man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benzinho Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 1 hour ago, Skippy Doodle said: I've never seen that clip before, presumably because I was at the game, but that really sums him up. That's really got to me that has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydney Devine Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 After the away game at Liverpool in 2012, me and my two boys were in the same hotel as the team. In the morning as we headed down in the lift, Zal and Allan Carswell (GK coach) got in. Zal was a big old unit but he was holding onto Allan and letting out shrieking noises! He was really scared of lifts!!!! My young boys found this hilarious! When we reached the ground floor and got out Zal was brilliant with the boys pretending to get them into a headlock and threatening them not to tell anyone about him being scared. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OTT Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 58 minutes ago, Gilamas said: I’ve posted this before, but it’s a lovely memory of Big Zal that I have. When Zaliukas was at ... another Scottish club, my son was playing an away game for Hearts U12s. Zal had just finished training and seeing a team in maroon he strolled over to watch some of the game. He was still in full training gear of that other team, but just cupped his hands to his mouth and yelled out “Come on the Hearts!” before singing the first line of the Hearts song to himself as he headed inside for his shower. I love this. Zaliukas was 100% one of us. I’m sure that will be a fantastic memory for all the young laddies there! He seemed an amazing character with so much personality!! It’s upsetting to think he was fighting MND all this time and no one knew. Im absolutely gutted by this. Feel absolutely sick to my stomach that we’ve lost the big man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augusthearts Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 R.I.P. Marius Zaliukas. Died far too young. Very saddened by this news; top captain, player and person. A true Hearts hero. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon simpson Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 RIP captain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howdy Doody Jambo Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 I just can't believe this dreadful news, much too young so sad I would like to see the whole team with Zaliukas on back of their warm up tops on Cup Final day His place in history of the club will always be associated with lifting the trophy in 2012 Thoughts go out to his family RIP Marius Forever in our Hearts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1971fozzy Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 (edited) Apologies if already posted but can I suggest we all donate for a massive behind the goal flag of the big man ? Still in tears about him but that for me would be a fitting tribute Edited November 2, 2020 by 1971fozzy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Last Laff Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Can this thread be up the top forever please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubyruby Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 This made me chuckle "I need to go i have a chicken in the oven" whilst in full kit 😄 god bless him ❤ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dallas Green Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 I really hope he knew how much we loved him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambos_1874 Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 He was an absolutely solid defender and after a shaky start he really held the back line together and was definitely one of the first names down on the teamsheet on a regular basis. Didn't quite realise that he had so many appearances for us. I did always dread it when he started one of his occasional mazy runs forward though!! I found a picture of me holding the Scottish Cup with him in the Gorgie Suite. I did the "1" with my free hand and he did the "5". I wanted to do the 5 but he refused to let me as he probably didn't want to be associated with Hibs (we were both laughing about it) 😂. What a great guy and I am gutted he has left us. RiP you legend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japanjambo Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 12 hours ago, Skippy Doodle said: That's me gone again! Just love big Zal. Still canny get my head round what has happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
So Make Some Noise.. Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 I'm not in favour of retiring a number a current player occupies or the wee bit out there shouts for a statue. He'll no doubt have a very fitting memorial in the memorial garden and I'd happily contribute to the flag suggestions. Perhaps this could live permanently in one of the corners, where the old Strongbow signage used to sit? I'm sure Celtic had a number 9 etched on their shorts when they played us in the final last year and we should definitely be planning something similar. I like the idea of all the players having his name above their numbers as an example. RIP big man. You defied the odds, made it through the boo boys, casual racism from the scottish football community and became a Scottish cup winning captain in our biggest game in history. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Australis Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Would love Kickback to send a contribution to help his wife and young family out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DETTY29 Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 6 minutes ago, So Make Some Noise.. said: I'm not in favour of retiring a number a current player occupies or the wee bit out there shouts for a statue. He'll no doubt have a very fitting memorial in the memorial garden and I'd happily contribute to the flag suggestions. Perhaps this could live permanently in one of the corners, where the old Strongbow signage used to sit? I'm sure Celtic had a number 9 etched on their shorts when they played us in the final last year and we should definitely be planning something similar. I like the idea of all the players having his name above their numbers as an example. RIP big man. You defied the odds, made it through the boo boys, casual racism from the scottish football community and became a Scottish cup winning captain in our biggest game in history. 26 on shorts would be a great tribute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micole Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 15 hours ago, Radio Ga Ga said: Forgive me if it’s already been covered, I believe his funeral has now been confirmed, would it be possible to send a wreath from Kickback? Would be delighted to contribute. Count me in, if someone could could maybe set up with a link....I'm no very techy otherwise I would give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heartsofgold Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 I was upset on Saturday when I heard that Sir Sean Connery had passed but this one has hit me hard, even after the result on Saturday evening. Not just as Marius is a Cup Winning Captain of our club, one of only 8 men to hold that title in our history, but the fact that he was only 36 and had recently had a new baby arrive. 36. That's only 11 years younger than me. My 2nd kid was born when I was 36 and I cannot imagine her growing up without me. It's been hard to put into words what I'm feeling as I never actually met Marius but the closest I can come is tragic. Sir Sean has a long and full life. He got to enjoy everything that this world can offer but this young man has had this snatched away in the most horrific way by a disease that kills your body slowly while leaving every part of your mind active and able to see how your demise is affecting your loved ones around you. I think it would be 100% right if funds were diverted from FoH to pay for any funeral expenses so as to at least remove this financial burden from his very young family and I would even pay money into a separate fund to help with this if it was set up. Christ, my tears have started again but I'm really struggling to gain any perspective from this event. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SectionDJambo Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 23 minutes ago, So Make Some Noise.. said: RIP big man. You defied the odds, made it through the boo boys, casual racism from the scottish football community and became a Scottish cup winning captain in our biggest game in history. You have this bang on correct. Some of the xenophobic nonsense he had to put up with from the Scottish sports media, some of whom never tired of trying to ridicule him, should be an embarrassment to them. Then there was that shameful episode, perpetrated by Brines and the SFA, who were happy to see a gross miscarriage of justice and fairness go against him by blatantly lying about that incident with Lee Miller at Aberdeen. Jim Jefferies and Paulo Sergio got the best out of him and helped him become a Hearts cup winning captain. He had the courage and conviction to overcome all the setbacks that he endured when he arrived. He will be remembered very fondly by Hearts fans. It is really tragic that him and Stefano have been taken so young. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
And he’s not praying! Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Once the rain stops I’m going to head into Tynecastle and lay some flowers. Such an awful, cruel illness and my thoughts since Saturday have firmly been with his wife and baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeHarper Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Gone to a truly horrible disease. RIP big man, a Legend to so many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CF11JamTart Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 57 minutes ago, Australis said: Would love Kickback to send a contribution to help his wife and young family out. Same here. I'm defo "in" for anything. On top of the grief, the family could well be having a tough time financially, both now and in the future. Still feel numb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 16 hours ago, Radio Ga Ga said: Forgive me if it’s already been covered, I believe his funeral has now been confirmed, would it be possible to send a wreath from Kickback? Would be delighted to contribute. I echo this idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex MacDonald Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Desperately tragic news, what a shock, heart goes out to his family and friends. I remember him as a very solid defender and genuine goal threat, and of course helping to give us all our greatest ever day as Hearts supporters. He did a lot to help the club out during some dark times, and remember him bidding £1000+ for shirts and other items during one of the FOH auction nights. He will of course be remembered in the memorial garden, but I feel a life size image of him holding the cup aloft would be fitting on the concourse of the main stand. I'd be happy to up my monthly FOH contribution to go towards any memorial. Rest in peace Marius. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 The news that he has been battling Motor Neurone disease for 4 or 5 years makes this just so heart breaking! Such a horrible disease and he was so young. 💔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 2 hours ago, Australis said: Would love Kickback to send a contribution to help his wife and young family out. I would hope that his family are comfortable financially - maybe Hearts should have a charity match (when fans are allowed back) playing for the ‘Marius Zaliukas Memorial trophy’ with proceeds going to the Motor Neurone Disease research fund? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1986 Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 I just read he retired from playing January 2017......it’s a shame , but obviously his wish, that we didn’t know earlier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gashauskis9 Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 (edited) Woke up in the night with a fundraising idea to support MND association and/or Zal’s family. According to google maps, it’s 3.6 miles from Tynie to ER. Given the significance of the number 5 to our memory of Zal’s finest moment, walking from Tynie to ER and back 5 times would be a total of 36 miles, which just happens to be the age he was when we lost him. I’d be well up for doing something like this, and despite the obvious risks I think a lot of decent Hibs supporters I know would feel the same and want to help out. Ps - when it’s safe to do so of course Edited November 2, 2020 by gashauskis9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pasquale for King Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 3 hours ago, Cruickshank for Scotland said: I would hope that his family are comfortable financially - maybe Hearts should have a charity match (when fans are allowed back) playing for the ‘Marius Zaliukas Memorial trophy’ with proceeds going to the Motor Neurone Disease research fund? It’s a great idea, it could be some sort of legends match with 2006 v 2012 and a sprinkling of current players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1874robbo Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Led us to our greatest cup win!!! Sleep well Zal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texia Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dallas Green Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 😭 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weebroon98 Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 10 minutes ago, Texia said: MZ26 our captain 😥😥😥 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William H. Bonney Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 That video is beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caramoon Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 23 minutes ago, Texia said: Thank you Captain. Always remembered, never forgotten. RIP legend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDSK Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Excellent tribute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Who's cutting onions? 😢 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brick Tamland Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 50 minutes ago, Texia said: That is an outstanding tribute from our great club to a legend of a captain. To Hearts, thank you for such a fitting tribute. To Big Zal, thanks for lifting the cup, you gave me one the best and most memorable days of my life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redm Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 We sent some flowers to add to the tribute outside the stadium on behalf of the members and admin team of JKB. We thought it might be appropriate to add some Lithuanian colours in there. Hopefully he’d approve. Photos courtesy of @Thommo_Lee on Twitter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Ramsay Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 55 minutes ago, Texia said: Great tribute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leginten Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Dallas Green said: 😭 That’s not an easy watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwidoug Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 Around 5.00am I watched him receive the Scottish Cup on TV with tears streaming down my face. Guess what, they're back. So proud of you Marius. You will never be forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegas-voss Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Furious Styles said: That video is beautiful. It sure is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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