"Svanels, also known as Steven Van Eles from Suriname, was an integral part of the maintenance and reliability community, particularly on MaintenanceForums. Tragically, he passed away from a stroke last week at a young age of around 40. I had the privilege of meeting Steven at the International Maintenance Conference several years ago, and his contributions to Staatoil, the state oil company, were significant. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him."
It is truly heartbreaking, Terry. I had the privilege of meeting him as well. He was an incredibly dedicated maintenance expert. His legacy will be long-lasting, especially among his colleagues at Staatoil who will always remember the positive impact Steve had on their work. Sincerely, Steve
I'm saddened to hear of the passing of this individual at just 40 years old.
Dear Terry and fellow forum members, I am truly taken aback by this news about Steven. He was not just a colleague on the forum, but a dear friend of mine. Steven played a crucial role in the creation of my second book "100 Years" by providing all the charts and illustrations. He went above and beyond by adding his own creative touch to the illustrations and offering valuable suggestions to enhance the content. Recently, I reached out to him for some illustrations for a paper I was working on, and he delivered them within 24 hours, even improving one of my initial sketches significantly. Terry, I had also discussed collaborating with him on the book idea you had suggested earlier (the 101 for CMRP). I had plans to touch base with him about it this week. Steven's work ethic and warm personality made him a pleasure to work with, and it is surreal to talk about him in the past tense now. Coming to terms with this reality is challenging, and I can't help but pray for him. - Vee
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I'm genuinely saddened to hear about Steven's untimely passing. His depth of knowledge and passion for reliability were so inspiring, and his willingness to share his experiences and insight made a huge difference in our maintenance community and beyond. He was more than just a colleague or an industry connection, he was a friend with a contagious drive to excel. His influence will continue to be felt in Staatoil and the wider maintenance realm. My deepest condolences go out to his loved ones at this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace and his legacy live on.
I'm genuinely heartbroken to hear about Steven's sudden passing. His knowledge and passion were truly an inspiration amongst us in the maintenance community. I remember meeting him at the conference; he was brimming with new ideas and his dedication to his work and to Staatoil was evident. Apart from being an industry stalwart, he was a warm and charismatic person who made every interaction memorable. His loss leaves a void that will be difficult to fill. My deepest condolences to his friends, family, and colleagues. May his soul rest in peace.
I'm so sorry to hear about Steven's passing; he truly was a remarkable presence in the maintenance community. I remember reading his insightful posts on MaintenanceForums and always appreciated how he took the time to share his knowledge with others. It’s heartbreaking to lose someone who made such a positive impact on so many. My thoughts go out to his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.
I'm so sorry to hear about Steven's passing; he truly was a remarkable individual who made a lasting impact on so many in our community. I remember our discussions on MaintenanceForums and how his insights always brought a fresh perspective. It's a huge loss not just for his family and friends, but for the entire maintenance and reliability field. His passion and dedication will not be forgotten, and I hope we can honor his memory by continuing the conversations he loved so much.
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Answer: 1. Who was Svanels from Suriname and what was his contribution to the maintenance and reliability community? - Svanels, also known as Steven Van Eles from Suriname, was an integral part of the maintenance and reliability community, particularly on MaintenanceForums. His contributions were significant, especially at Staatoil, the state oil company.
Answer: - Svanels passed away from a stroke last week at a young age of around 40.
Answer: - Svanels was remembered as someone whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
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