The Lucescu family sent today an open letter in which they address “deep thanks” to all public and private institutions, as well as to all the professionals who contributed to the organization and conduct of the funeral ceremony dedicated to coach Mircea Lucescu, who died on April 7 in the University Hospital and was buried with military honors at the Bellu Cemetery.
From SUUB, the Lucescu family would like to thank the staff of the Department of Pathological Anatomy at the Bucharest University Emergency Hospital, knowing that the technician had been diagnosed with leukemia a few months ago, but no reference is made to the Cardiology Department, where he spent his last days of life.
At the University, the technician was monitored by the doctor Cristian Udroiu, who placed a stent. The head of the Cardiology Department of the University Hospital is Dr. Dragoș Vinereanu (60 years old), the one who revealed Mircea Lucescu’s last wish.
The doctor was responsible for the careful care of “Il Luce” during the past week. According to the specialist, the coach wanted to die on the field, as he had claimed on another occasion.
“At one point he said to me: “Teacher, all I want is to die on the football field”. I could feel him being open, somewhat at peace with himself. He was always sorry that he was not on the field. I mean, that was where his life was.”the doctor told.
Sensing that the medical situation is getting out of control, the Lucescu family urgently brought Marius Andronache, a Romanian cardiologist working in France, for a second medical opinion. The family of “Il Luce” requested that Marius Andronache be present at the meeting where the medical situation of the former selector was discussed.
Letter from the Lucescu family:
“The Lucescu family extends its deep thanks to all public and private institutions, as well as to all the professionals who contributed with high responsibility, rigor and respect to the organization and conduct of the funeral ceremony dedicated to our beloved Mircea Lucescu.
Without their support, we would not have been able to honor his memory as it should. All these proofs of solidarity represented an essential support for the family and a genuine expression of respect for all that he meant as a person and as a professional.
In particular, we would like to thank:
To the Romanian Orthodox Church and its elders, the “Saint Elefteria” Church, as well as the priests and the Throne Choir, who officiated and gave depth to the funeral service;
@ the Government of Romania, through its institutions;
@ the Romanian Football Federation, which, through its president, Mr. Răzvan Burleanu, and its members, was by our side for the entire duration of the funeral, through its constant involvement and support in hosting the national ceremonies;
@ the Chancellery of Honors, for all the support given in organizing the honors dedicated to Mr. Mircea Lucescu, as well as the Guard and Protocol Regiment within the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Bucharest Garrison Command;
@ The Romanian Police, as well as the structures subordinate to it, in particular the General Directorate of Police of the Municipality of Bucharest and the Bucharest Road Brigade, for the professionalism, promptness and essential support provided in ensuring the smooth running of the ceremony;
@ Romanian Gendarmerie, through the General Directorate of Gendarmerie of the Municipality of Bucharest, for the support provided and the involvement in ensuring order and carrying out the ceremony in optimal conditions;
@ Sanador Private Ambulance Service, for the support provided and the professional involvement in providing medical assistance throughout the duration of the ceremony;
@ Bucharest City Hall, through the General Directorate of Investments, for the provision of the National Arena Stadium and all the necessary facilities during the event;
@ Staff of the Department of Pathological Anatomy within the Bucharest University Emergency Hospital;
@ Bellu Cemetery Administration;
@ Private security companies involved in ensuring security;
@ Firmei Beligi Servicii Funerare, represented by Mr. Andrei Cristea, for the professionalism and dedication shown throughout the organization of the event.
We – Elena Lucescu, Răzvan Lucescu and the whole family – express our full appreciation for the exemplary way in which all these institutions and teams collaborated, contributing to the conduct of a worthy ceremony, in accordance with the personality and exceptional course of our dear Mircea Lucescu.
During all this time, I felt something I didn’t think was possible in the midst of such pain: that we are not alone.
Indeed, we were never alone. From the time we learned the first news about his state of health until after the funeral, a wave of soul warmth flowed towards us: messages, thoughts and gestures that kept us on our feet.
We will always carry him in our hearts. We know you will wear it too.
With deep gratitude,
The Lucescu family“.
