Vanora Angella Sivalingam

Thank you for your kind and generous words, Aunty Leela and Uncle Eric. Mum very much enjoyed your company over the years and was always happy to see you both. Here, posting a picture of flowers, basket arrangements and cards we've received on Mum's passing. Mum's family greatly appreciate each and... Read more

Bruce Sivalingam

We have had the pleasure of knowing your parents for many years. Van was a wonderful gentle lady. We share many delightful moments. May God grant Van eternal rest.‘Our Deepest condolences to Bruce, Carl and family

Eric John and Leela John

After Rawene, we moved south, to the town of Opotiki, popn 5,000 (including surrounds). Dad went into private medical practice. We built a house - here is an early photo, mum and dad in batek design and colours, mum again in sarong kebaya. The wall carpet was brought by mum's... Read more

Bruce Sivalingam

Today, I am posting two photos, separately. Dad got a job with the government to see to the medical needs of Maori settlements in the north of New Zealand's North Island. We lived in the town of Rawene on one side of the Hokianga Harbour. On the other side were... Read more

Bruce Sivalingam

In 1971, we moved to New Zealand. Here is one of our early photographs taken there. Note Carl and I adopted 'regulation' footwear immediately: gumboots. Dad, as a doctor in those days kept the professional look and wore a tie. Mum, as always, looking stylish!

Bruce Sivalingam

Malaysia is a multicultural country where people sometimes use dress of cultures other than their own. Mum often did this. Here she is, with a friend, both in a Malay dress called sarong kebaya. Circa late 1960s.

Bruce Sivalingam

Roll forward a couple years from my tribute posting yesterday and Vanora, Mark, Bruce and Carl, at their home in England Gardens, Seremban. (Circa 1967). Yes, ties were 'de rigueur'!

Bruce Sivalingam

Today, we've skipped a few years forward, and Vanora has not one, but two sons - Bruce and Carl.

Bruce Sivalingam

Thank you, Dawn, Craig and Alex for your beautiful words. We know that, across the many miles and the seas and the years, you all are - and have been - always with us. Today's photo tribute: Vanora just got married! November, 5th 1960

Bruce Sivalingam

Wishing your entire family strength and comfort as you navigate this sorrowful time. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear." Dawn, Craig and Alex

Dawn Abbott

Vanora in a stylish outfit in the 1960s.

Bruce Sivalingam

To Aunty Pushpa and Uncle Rasa - thank you for your generous words about mum's hosting gatherings at her home, she loved having you both; many memories over the years. Joseph, Andrew and Families. Your words are profound and heartfelt; we will be the richer on the day knowing you are... Read more

Bruce Sivalingam

Mami and Peter - Mum and Dad were so touched to be invited to your wedding. Whenever you visited, a smile came all the easier to mum. A photo recalls mum (and dad) at Mami and Peter's wedding in 1994. Mum is in white dress

Bruce Sivalingam

Bruce To our affable dear long term friend and work colleague. Condolences on the loss of your much loved mother. Her maternal testament shines through you. Thank you Vanora for the gift of your son. Deepest sympathy to Carl, Tracey, Marissa and all those who owe Vanora a great debt of gratitude. Andrew &... Read more

Joseph and Andrew

Pushpa and I would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to Bruce, Tracey and Karl on the loss of Van. We have had very fond memories of your family gathering in your house. May her soul rest in Peace

Rasa Subramaniam

We send our deepest sympathy to Bruce, Tracey and family at the passing of a beautiful lady. During our uni days I will always remember the times we’d visit your house and your mother would always greet us with a smile, a joke and a delicious plate of home cooking.... Read more

Peter & Mami Lyon

Thank you Cindy, Eva and Jamie for your beautiful message of condolence. Even though you didn't meet mum in person, through this page, you are getting to know her and for that, we are gratified. Today, my post recalls Mum's days as a Portuguese cultural dancer, part of her heritage.... Read more

Bruce Sivalingam

Hi Bruce, Although I never had the opportunity to meet your mother, reading the beautiful tributes about her, it’s clear she was a very special and much-loved person. We’re deeply sorry for your loss and send our heartfelt condolences to you and Tracey and your family during this difficult time. Thinking of you... Read more

Jamie Pirie

Thank you, Swain and Sukhwant for your lovely observations of mum; indeed you have conveyed aspects of her eloquently. Today, following those sentiments, see how the two cute little girls, Christie and Vanora, in my post yesterday of the 1940s, grew into two stylish young ladies of the 1950s!

Bruce Sivalingam

A prim and proper lady with a very kind disposition, typical of her generation-her world was her sons. She cared for those around her -and remembered our personal chats and how life treated each of us. You felt relaxed and easy in her presence. Deepest condolences to Bruce and Carl... Read more

Swain & Sukhwant Singh