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Double tragedy for family

Mr Awie Kirkman, a well known visitor to the Middelburg Observer, has sadly passed away on 20 November and was laid to rest on 28 November.

Awie was a well known teacher and school principal. He was very popular, loved by many and served the community well. He leaves behind two daughters, three sons, 13 grandchildren, a brother and a sister.

Within two weeks another tragedy struck the Kirkman family, when Awie’s eldest son, Dexter, passed away on 2 December after loosing his battle with cancer.

Dexter was a role model, very dedicated, a hard worker and well loved by all who knew him.

He leaves behind his wife, Stephanie, and three daughters Cherelle, Tamia and Beyonce.

“Your family will always love you, dearly miss you both and will cherish all the wonderful memories forever.”

• The Kirkman family would like to extend their sincere gratitude for the unending support they received during their time of loss.

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