BIRTHDAY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT – Charles Schokman Charles Schokman who celebrated his 95th birthday on the 24th February thank all those for their congratulatory messages forwarded either by mail, email, facebook or by phoning him. He appreciates their sentiments and well wishes. His family took him out for lunch to enjoy seafood in a hands on way at “The Boiling Crab” Glen Waverley. He loved it and had a great time. ...

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AN APPRECIATION – By Charles Schokman Today the 24th February, I celebrate a special milestone. It is my 95th birthday, and as I reminisce about the past, I realise there is so much to be grateful for with all the blessings I have received. Should I number them one by one it will surely surprise me what the Lord has done! Firstly, I thank God for our journey together and for being my companion when facing life’s joys and challenges and providing me with all I need. I am grateful to my parents for nurturing me in the love and knowledge of God.  I am thankful to my dear wife Claudette (my soul mate), daughter Fiona and son Chris for their concern, love and support and for accepting me for who I am. I am thankful to my extended family and friends for their fellowship and for the good times we have ...

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Mr Sugathadasa – St Thomas’ College teacher & of Handcrafts fame celebrates his 95th birthday The college teacher, Mr Sugathadasa of Handcrafts fame celebrated his 95th birthday at his Bandaragama home yesterday Some high powered people one notes among those present! Dr.Nihal de Silva (academic and champion long distance athlete!), Mr Welgama MP,  Lasantha Salgado (playing piano), Keseralal Gunasekera, architect Ashley de Vos, Milinda Hettiarachchi (member of the board of governors STC), Prof G.L.P. of course, R. Rajakaruna and Sriyan Jayasekera among other stalwarts and dignitaries!! Quite a “force” of goodwill ambassadors! ...

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