WATCH: Fallen heroes honoured at Rynpark Retirement Estate
The Corillon Singers took residents down memory lane with their rendition of war songs such as Pack up your troubles and Long way
Residents of Rynpark Retirement Estate commemorated Armistice (Poppy) Day on November 11, in honour of the selfless men who died in line of duty during the World War.
Benoni choir The Corillon Singers led residents in songs as they remembered fallen heroes.
Famous war songs, such as Pack up your Troubles, Long Way, Bless them All and many more formed part of the playlist.
Sharing their memories of the war, one of the residents, Bert Denman (102), said he was working in his garage when he heard a bulletin on the radio that all reservists will be deported to headquarters.
Another veteran, John Aeats (95), said he is glad that he came back alive after having been deployed to Egypt and Italy.
VIDEO:
“I feel sorry for the people who lost their lives. I am glad that God saved me as I lost many of my army brothers,” Aeats said.
Also Read: Benoni West resident fondly remembers founder of Rynpark
Also Read: The year was 1982 when Rynpark officially opened its doors
Gallery:
