Adam Jurák ****************************************************************************************** * ****************************************************************************************** *========================================================================================= * *========================================================================================= ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Student at the University of Vienna, Erasmus intern at the Faculty of Arts, CU ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (34 years old) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Adam Jurák's life story began on 20th May 1989, and it started prematurely when he was bor month to his mother, Bohuslava. At that time, he weighed barely one kilogram and was welco family not only by his mother but also by his father František and his two-year-older brot Although the circumstances of Adam's birth were adverse, thanks to the devoted care of his looked after him at home for 7 years, he grew into a healthy boy with a zest for life. Adam spent his childhood in Suchdol nad Lužnicí in South Bohemia. After primary school, hi for life manifested in a desire to meet new people and explore new places, and he spent hi school years in the border region, specifically in Gmünd, Austria. There, he studied at th school Schulzentrum – die Fachschule für wirtschaftliche Berufe, from which he graduated w Adam was an inquisitive student by nature, he decided to interrupt his studies shortly bef improve his English at the University of Cambridge. After successfully passing his A-level the University of Vienna, where he studied Tschechische Sprache, Sprach- und Kulturwissens Adam achieved a BA degree here. He continued his master's studies in Masterstudium Slawist at the University of Vienna. Adam's passion for learning was also evident in his interest in studying Latin and Ancient university in Germany during the summer holidays. He continued his studies at the Universi for his Master's degree, this time at the Department of Czech Studies and the Centre for T Studies. During this period, Adam decided to take advantage of the Erasmus programme, whic opportunity for a year of study at the Faculty of Arts, Charles University in Prague. Howe to make the most of his time in Prague much, as during the winter semester, he had to unde knee operation on 27th November, which briefly side-lined him from academic life. Two week to inadequately managed postoperative care, he was diagnosed with deep pulmonary and vascu which once again confined him to a hospital bed. At that time, he wrote to his family: “I from the grim reaper,” on 13th December 2023. Adam was discharged from the hospital just a Christmas, although he still did not feel well. Despite being weakened, he decided to go t Arts on 21st December 2023 to take care of some matters related to his studies. This decis and just as his arrival in the world was premature, so was Adam's departure from it. An integral part of Adam's life was his spiritual side. Even as a young boy, he was influe regard by his grandmother, who guided him towards faith and Christian values. In keeping w tradition, he was baptised and later confirmed, thereby sealing his affection for God. Ada understanding in his faith, striving to live according to the Ten Commandments. Adam was able to communicate with people, always seeing the best in them, and he was alway others. He was beloved for his nature and thus had friends in many countries. Friends and important role in his life. He always strove for mutual assistance and good relations amon could lighten tense situations, spreading kindness, joy, and happiness, even though he him was robbed of them in the end. Adam's achievements are not only reflected in his education but primarily in his personali He was very kind-hearted and gentle, helping people with his kind words, which he had for many of us continue to think of others, despite often receiving little in return? How many sick and elderly and accompany them on their final journey? He joyfully and lovingly serve altar boy at services in the Vienna church. There was no ceremonial mass at which he did n censer or lead with the cross. At parish celebrations, he ensured a good mood and hosted e Czech beer or homemade punch. In Vienna, Adam was known as a long-time chief altar boy in the parish of Unterheiligensta remember him as an altar boy in body and soul, but also as a good person and friend. One o that Adam was “a Czech by birth and a Viennese by choice.” Adam's heartfelt greeting servus which he often used to greet everyone, perfectly captured Latin meaning – “at your service” – entirely matched Adam's traits of willingness and help Viennese song goes like this: To say a quiet “servus” as a farewell, Not goodbye, not adieu These words only bring pain. But that little word “servus” Is a dear final greeting, When one has to say goodbye. “Servus, Adam! Thank you for this wonderful friendship And for allowing us to be with you.” Beloved Adam also made a final sacrifice on his journey to heaven. He donated his body to saving their lives. This was his final act of assistance. The kindest angel arrived in hea 22nd December 2023, allowing us to say our final goodbyes. We ask You, Lord God, to grant him Your blessing. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Photogallery | Family archive ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------