The family of 57 -year -old homogeneous Merkouris Psylakis who was devoured by shark while surf on a popular beach in Sydney at Australiamourns her man.
The unlucky man and dignified surfer was attacked by a large shark 100 meters away from the coast of Dee why, north of Sydney, On the morning of the previous Saturday (06.09.2025).
His tragic death has covered with a heavy veil of mourning the local community where Psylakis lived – according to local media, Merkouris was particularly beloved.
“Merc was deeply dear by all who know him. She was Maria’s sister, our best friend and the most affectionate father for Freedom, his daughter for whom she was so proud. Their relationship was excellent and always put his family above all. His family was everything for him, “a statement from his family according to the Daily Mail.
It has been a horrific day on Sydney’s northern beaches – a 57-year-old man was mauled by a shark close to shore while surfing with mates, dying before he could be pulled from the water. He has been identified as husband and father, Mercury Psillakis. @Sacre88 #7NEWS pic.twitter.com/tyHOnxLr9o
— 7NEWS Adelaide (@7NewsAdelaide) September 6, 2025
“It is extremely difficult to write this statement, as there are no words that can describe the amazing, humorous and beautiful man who was – everyone felt that. There is so much more to say, but it is impossible to describe it in a statement, “the statement said.
The family shared new photos of Mercury: one that the 57 -year -old hugs his daughter and a family photo of Mercury, Maria and Freedom at happy times.
The Psillakis family said that the experienced surfer was “impossible not to love him” and had an energy that was “excellent and magnetic”.
“When he was interested in something, he was completely dedicated, distinguishing with passion and concentration. He had a lot of hobbies – he got a black belt in Taekwondo, traveled to distant places to surf and spent endless hours with his family, making sure they always feel appreciated and loved them, “the statement adds.
“The Merc also had a great passion for rare palm trees, which gave him the nickname” The Germinator ” – other members of the palm community were saying that he could even germinate a stone – a reference to his excellent ability to give even the most unlikely life.”
They also thanked those who helped get the 57 -year -old on the coast after the pad.
“On Saturday, Merc saved his friends in surfing, warning them of the shark nearby. He was aware of the dangers of the ocean and, while he loved surfing, was always careful to maintain his safety, “they said.
“Unfortunately, this was a tragic and inevitable accident. The men who have shown selflessness and courage by removing the MERC from the waves – we are forever grateful and we pray for the support you need.
We also want to thank the Life Saving Club, emergency services and police who provided valuable guidance and support during this period. Your support will never be forgotten.
“Merc is and will always be a hero, a loving and dedicated husband, father and family man who could deal with every situation with humor. We are overwhelmed by this loss, but we will forever carry his spirit, energy and joy in our hearts. “
“It was my mirror, my blood, my DNA”
His own public “goodbye” also said Markouri’s twin brother Mike who in his post on Instagram, described the incredible pain she is experiencing:
“This is the most difficult point of my life. It was my yin, I was his yang. It was my mirror, my blood, my DNA. We were telepathic. We were sharing the same soul, “he wrote, among other things.