Condolences pour in for the late Jerry’s Café owner
A memorial service will be held for Jerry Cindi on Wednesday (February 20) at his café.
Heartfelt condolences have streamed in since the news of the death of well-known Benoni businessman Jerry Cindi yesterday (February 15), who died following a battle with throat cancer.
Cindi was the owner of Jerry’s Café, in Rynfield.
His family and the manager of the restaurant have so far declined to comment to the City Times but said, however, they will provide more information soon.
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The owners of a neighbouring restaurant, who wished to remain anonymous, knew Cindi well and said he will be missed.
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“We were very close to Jerry and visited his restaurant often.
“We were shocked and disheartened by the news of his passing.”
Regular customer Thulani Mabaso said: “I am really shocked by Jerry’s death.
“He was one of the most humble people you could have come across.
“My sincere condolences to his family and friends.”
Another regular customer, Richard Smith, said he loved going to Jerry’s Café.
“I was distressed by the news and wish his family and friends strength,” he said.
“Life is so short; we should not take it for granted.”
These are some of the comments posted on Facebook:
Jerry Junior Cindi: Some truth in life are hard to accept. Your departure is one of those hard truths. Your memories will never be forgotten!
They will always remain with us forever,but truth is, a man may die but his legacy will continue through his deeds.
Today the pain of losing you is difficult to bear because this world needed you for some more years.
R.I.P DADDY you will forever be in my heart and l promise to keep the ball rolling.
Until we meet again Buddy
*Your son will always love you*
Tanya Bethell: Rest in peace Jerry, you will always be a legend. Deepest condolences to all the family and friends.
Penny Bartlett: Cannot comprehend that you are no longer with us … massive presence and will be missed.
Nico Goosen: Today we have lost an amazing friend, a man who was strong and had direction, a man with a super great smile and nothing was ever too hard to do or get done.
My friend Jerry’s Café we will miss you a lot R.I.P.
Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends in this very difficult time.
Heather Anne Bender: RIP Jerry… what a gentleman! Condolences to your family and friends.
You will be remembered with love and gratitude by the many lives you touched through your hospitality and phenomenal taste sensations.
Brent Smith: Saddened to hear of the passing of Jerry from Jerry’s Café… Your friendly demeanor and ability to make people smile will be missed. Praying for comfort for the family.
Rest in Peace Sir!
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