IT WAS with great sadness that the Geldenhuys family announced the passing of Niek Geldenhuys on July 6, following complications after a second hip replacement operation.

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Niek and his wife, Annette, were well known and active members of the Amanzimtoti community. Niek dedicated 23 years of loyal service to South African Airways, holding the position of aeronautical supervisor, overseeing all ground equipment at the former Louis Botha Airport (Durban International Airport) between 1984 and 1993. Following his compulsory military service in the Parachute Battalion of the South African National Defence Force, Niek continued to serve voluntarily, attaining the rank of Major at the Germiston Commando.

He was a committed community leader, serving as chairman of the Amanzimtoti Wine Tasting Guild for seven years and chairman of the Kuswag Skool’s governing board.

Annette, a respected educator, lectured at Durban Technical College, Sastri College, and Swinton Road College.

Niek is lovingly remembered by his wife Annette, their daughters Ilse, Renè, and Adri, and their four grandchildren Lian, Sebastian, Strijdom, and Lyla.

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