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Trilby Krepelka let's us know that her dad has passed away. More...
Updated Obituary for Anthony Townsend (1956G) More...
An icon of the world of birding, Peter Steyn, acclaimed ornithologist, sadly passed away. More...
Updated obituary received from Dr Sydney Cullis, friend of Peter Michael Foote. More...
Should you know of anyone who has recently passed away, we would very much like to know so that we can post an obituary or tribute to the website; we would like pay respect and remember the lives of all our ODs who have died and your help is hugely appreciated.
"This morning I announce to you the sad news that the former Patron of the OD Union, OD and well-known and widely loved businessman Raymond Ackerman, … More...
Julian was in Founders House in 1951 and did Post Matric in 1952 and was Senior Prefect (Head of School) in 1952. More...
David passed away peacefully on Sunday, 27 August 2023 More...
Sudden passing of family man, Graham aged 77. Pictured here with his wife, Lesley, in Vienna for Lesley’s 70th. More...
Paul Cannon (1954S) visited the Mitre to let us know that an obituary for his friend was missing. More...
Our sincerest condolences go to the family and friends of Edith who passed away in August. More...
Grant Bradley passed away unexpectedly in Dublin on 19 October 2023. More...
One of our most senior ODs has gone to rest. MHDSRIP. More...
He was a reserved man, a deep thinker, a true gentleman - and a proud Bishops Boy! More...
He had a stellar parliamentary career, which some of his school friends write about. More...
We say farewell to Chris, an eccentric activist and avid ballroom dancer. More...
He was described as being outgoing and had many friends. More...
Honoring Professor Robert Frater: A Pioneer in Cardiothoracic Surgery More...
Notice of the passing of the younger brother of Jeremy Ricketts (1957S), David. More...
Gone too soon. More...
A celebration of life service will be held at 10 am on Tuesday 09 January 2024, in the St James Anglican Church, 35 Somerset Street, Graaff Reinet. More...
An icon of the world of birding, Peter Steyn, acclaimed ornithologist, sadly passed away. More...
Megan Hall pictured here with Ridgley at her wedding in 2006, sent us this interesting write-up about her father's life. More...
We lose a very active OD who was deeply involved in his community. Funeral service details provided below. More...
"His charm, easy manner, and ability to do so many things well, will be missed by all who knew him." More...
Updated Obituary for Anthony Townsend (1956G) More...
Peter, retired chemical engineer, was a world-renowned expert in platinum group metals. More...
Updated obituary received from Dr Sydney Cullis, friend of Peter Michael Foote. More...
Dr Glynn Catton (1962G) sent us this eulogy that he wrote for the veterinary newsletter, Vet News. More...
Trilby Krepelka let's us know that her dad has passed away. More...
Peter passed away peacefully at his home. More...
Probably best remembered as the drummer of the 80’s Cape Town rock group, Sweatband. Their best known record “This Boy”. More...
Paul Getaz (1962,O) passed away at the age of 79 in Johnson City, Tennessee on 20 March More...
Family man, Michael, passes away a few months before his 88th Birthday. More...
"When you are in the presence of a great man you walk away feeling great" - said of Raymond Ackerman by a former ODU Chairman. More...
We bid farewell to Head Boy, diligent scholar and good all-rounder. More...
Younger brother of John Bewsey, David, lived a quiet life. More...
Announcement of the passing of Peter Walton. More...
A moving tribute - testimony to the man David Graham was. "Goodbye for now Dad, thank you for everything and for being the best there was ..." More...
Richard, son of Donald Ayres let us know about the passing of his father. More...
Christopher Luyendijk departed this world leaving a legacy of empathy, fellowship, and an impressive artistic catalogue. He was only 34 years old. More...
Good stuff like Rab Shiell (1957F) endures. More...
Margaret was Mother to hundreds of boys at Bishops, from the time she worked in the Sanatorium and as the House Mother of "Top House". More...
Courtesy, helpfulness, scholarship and good humour were qualities for which he was held in high esteem. More...
David passed away in Australia on 30 December 2023 More...
