Double tragedy as woman, 100, and her son-in-law die from Covid-19
Melanie Lapham said her dad was a teddy bear and a true gentleman, and would not hesitate to help everyone he could.
Another Randfontein family is heartbroken after losing two beloved members just two days apart due to Covid-19.
Andrew Collins, who was described as a gentle giant, passed away at the age of 73 on Friday, July 2 after an 11-day battle with Covid-19. Two days later, at the age of 100, Andrew’s mother-in-law, Phyllis Liebenberg also passed away from Covid-19 related complications.
Both lived in Bootha Plots.
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Melanie Lapham said her dad was a teddy bear and a true gentleman, and would not hesitate to help everyone he could.
Andrew had a passion for old cars, loved cooking and doing a spit braai. The community, family and friends will miss them both dearly.
Read the full story about Andrew in next week’s edition of the Herald.
