Late teacher honoured by her children
Teacher Carin de Beer, who dedicated approximately 30 years of her life to teaching, passed away last Friday, 5 February 2021 after battling covid-19 since late last year.
The son of a much loved and adored Hoërskool Waterkloof teacher has told Rekord about the impact his “wonderful and passionate” mother had on everyone who knew her.
Teacher Carin de Beer, who dedicated approximately 30 years of her life to teaching, passed away last Friday, 5 February, after battling Covid-19 since late last year.
Nicholas de Beer said his mother was an exceptional human being who will be missed greatly.
“She was everyone’s rock and pillar of strength. You could always depend on her and she always identified the best in everyone. Every task or situation in life she approached, she handled with love and respect. She always knew what to say, and she would always put other people’s needs above her own,” he said.
Nicholas said his mother was incredibly creative and innovative when it came to her work, but she always made enough time for family.
“My parents have been divorced for many years, but my father is deeply saddened by what happened to my mother and my brothers and I are fortunate to have him around to support us.”
Nicholas along with his two brothers learned a lot from their mother.
“The three of use promised to be living examples of the standards and values she taught us as kids. We aim to live our lives to the fullest and love what we do, every step of the way, just like she did.”
The community, along with teachers and students took to the school gate on Saturday, 6 February, to place flowers in memory of De Beer.
Hoërskool Waterkloof announced the passing of De Beer in a heartfelt post on their Facebook page stating their utter shock and sadness of losing a great teacher.
“It is a great loss for Klofies and our hearts go out to Carin’s three sons and family during this difficult time. We have no words to describe our grief. May God hold you tight and carry you in this sad time.”
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