Celebrating the life of a heroine
In any community there are unsung heroes or heroines and Pearl Gabler is one such heroine.
ALBERTON – In any community there are unsung heroes or heroines and Pearl Gabler is one such heroine.
Pearl has lived in the Alberton area for 45 years and been involved in badminton coaching as well as working at Rand Airport. Since her retirement five years ago, Pearl has been a Radio Controller with her local CPF (Community Policing Forum).
Pearl patrols every weekend and on public holidays in order for the other volunteers to spend time with their families.
A number of elderly people or those living alone are connected to the network and Pearl makes contact with these people if they haven’t checked in for a day or two. This means people can remain on their own knowing there is help available should they need it.
One of Pearl’s contributions is to take photos of the dogs in the neighbourhood so that when a dog is found in the street she can identify where it’s from and return the dog immediately.
In addition, if someone’s pet has been poisoned, Pearl will take round a photo of the dog to the owners as a memento. This unselfish act means so much to people. She encourages people to sterilise their dogs as this prevents wandering; she also takes any strays she finds to Alberton SPCA.
Pearl is a great animal lover and has five dogs of her own who are her great loves.
If you see Pearl out and about do say hello and thank her for what she is doing. If you would like to get involved with the Community Policing Forum please phone 060 493 7424.
