Tribute was paid to a much-loved son at a ceremony last Wednesday to open and bless a garden in the Cloisters (old Holy Rosary Convent) at Pro Nobis Special School, in memory of Duncan Myburgh, precious son of Moira and Evan Jones.
Duncan was four years old, and one of the original pupils at the Dundee Pre-Primary School, now on the corner of Gladstone and Gray Streets, when it first opened in the hall at St James Church.
“When Pro Nobis Special School opened in the little house near the McKenzie Street bridge he moved to be one of the first pupils,” said Evan.
“He was a pupil there from October 7, 1975 until he left on July 3, 1991 to start work in the big wide world. Many in the Dundee community will remember him as a packer at Pick ‘n Pay.
“During his time at Pro Nobis he was remembered by everyone as a diligent and outstanding learner, and was Headboy for two years.”
Duncan passed away on December 5, 2010 and donations were requested to be sent to the school in his memory.
In addition his relatives in England also donated money for a memorial garden to be established near the staff rooms in the Cloisters.
Brother Daniel read a Scripture and said prayers, and blessed the garden, the school and all members of the staff and learners.
Also present were members of Duncan’s family and one of his original teachers, Bev Garner.
Moira and Evan wish to thank Rudolf Myburgh (no relative) and staff for designing this beautiful memorial garden – it is truly a special and peaceful place to be.