Thank you for your friendship of over 65 years.  Will miss you very much.

RIP.

This little poem is a heartfelt remembrance of Glina, not only as a former colleague but as a dear friend whose gentle warmth touched everyone around her. Though her journey has ended, the memory of her spirit remains, the laughter, friendship and the bonds she helped created. This small piece is offered for the enduring light she leaves behind.

A Light Remembered

Hong Kong, nineteen eighty-nine,

A first foreign step, a new challenge.

In Motorola’s Innovation halls,

Where semiconductors transformed,

Glina stood, simply warm and kind,

A steady calm amidst the waves.

She bridged the cultures, eased the strain,

Her kindness binding work with gain.

The years went on, our paths apart,

Yet memory held her in my heart.

Then, after decades, a message came,

Her voice still kind, her spirit the same.

In Singapore, with Kai by her side,

Chris and I shared laughter wide.

A fleeting lunch, a gift of grace,

The last time I would see her face.

Now she has gone, yet not away,

Her presence lingers day by day.

A colleague, a friend, a soul so true,

Glina, we honor and remember you.

I was Ah-Fun’s (Glina) first friend when she came to New York City about sixty years ago. Our friendship grew ever since. When my rental unit was abruptly terminated, she invited me to live with her in Chinatown, typical of her helpfulness towards people. She was also very generous with her time and efforts at work and among friends.

Together with our spouses, we travelled together to many places in the world. During all those times, we talked about anything and everything. What inspired me is that to Ah Fun (Glina), friendship always comes first. She was very easy going - not just as a fellow traveler but also as a true friend with whom I can share and confide in anything.

Last year we actually planned two trips together, one to Italy in March and another one with a few old friends in June this year. Now I have lost my dearest and trusted friend. My heart is filled with deep sorrow and reluctance to say goodbye. Dear Fun, may your journey into eternity bring you joy and peace.     Your ever, Janny