Regis Solangarachchi:

Honest teacher

Dearest Regis Sir. Today, you are no more although the golden memories of you emanate all the time. As an honest person you always fulfilled your duties at every moment, dearest Sir.

Although, an English trained teacher, you had the ability to teach social studies and environmental studies. You always practised your religion. You always welcomed and touched the hearts and minds of new teachers and young persons.

As an exemplary master at St Joseph's College, Colombo 10, you led a very simple lifestyle.

You always encouraged the newcomers of the teaching profession. Your attractive smile had numerous secrets of your life, dear Regis Sir.

Your impregnable arguments could not be disputed, dear master. You admired all the teachers embracing your kind heart and mind. All the angels are waiting for you to get you into heaven, dear Sir. You beloved wife Stella will continue in your footsteps.

Malintha Bopearatchy

Sarita Peiris:

Unforgettable personality

Sarita came into my life almost 15 years ago. She moved into the Devarajan household and soon became a part of the entire extended family. Our joys, our sorrows, our laughter and our trials were hers too. Our children and our grandchildren were her's as well. When she got sick a few years ago we carried the burden with her. We loved her very much. Her amazing life was a triumph over disaster. Because she loved life so much I know she will love death as well. We will miss her-her warm-hearted generosity of mind and spirit.. We let her move on with tears but we grieve not for her but for ourselves..

Go in peace, my friend, my daughter.

Aunty Saji