24th issue

Messages from Staff
My dearest Niel,
You are so dearly missed every day. What I miss the most
are our morning catch-ups over a cup of coffee and our
favourite snacks from back home. I am so grateful for the
special bond that we shared and for all the memories we have
together. You were always so supportive and gave the best
advice to everyone around you. You were a great example and
role model to your colleagues and students and, CKY is so
lucky to have had you as part of their family. You were always
so helpful and would go out of your way for anyone who
needed it. Your memory lives on in all of us. May you rest in
peace, my friend.
Ms Bianca Theron
Mr Viljoen was one of the nicest people that I have ever
met. I could only see him smile no matter what was going on.
We came to CKY to teach in the same year, and we already
became good friends once we met. We support each other
and enjoy the preparation of the lessons as well as happy
hours after lessons. I was so lucky to have him as my teaching
bestie throughout my teaching life in CKY. If one day my kids
asked me if I was a great teacher, I would tell them, “ I am not
so sure, but one thing I am sure of is that I was once working
with a great teacher.”
Mr Samuel Wong
Teachers and students at CKY school got to
meet an amazing teacher like Niel. He was like a
father figure, always praising my students’
artwork and my diligent performance at school.
He will remain alive in my heart.
Ms Cathy Cheung
Niel managed to fit more into his life than most
would consider possible. He lived through difficult,
historic times in his homeland of Zimbabwe, before
moving on to build a new life in both South Africa
and Hong Kong. Given the depth of wisdom such
experiences had granted him, he was remarkably
humble. When he shared with you what life had
taught him, you knew it was a blessing. Whether it
be his advice on how to sustain a happy marriage, or
how to stay positive during difficult times, I give
thanks. His words and his kindness will forever be
remembered by all those who knew him.
Mr Ian Tedstone