I am free
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free.
I’m following the path God has laid you see.
I took his hand when I heard Him call.
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day.
To laugh, to love, to work, or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I found that peace at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joys.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, oh yes,
These things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life’s been full, I savoured much.
Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief.
Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and peace to thee.
God wanted me now: He set me free.
~ Anon
Offer Condolence for the family of Irreplaceable Mary Celeste Leong Wai Ying
South Guildford
05/02/2025
11:00am - 8:00pm
I remember you sitting patiently next to a little boy, assisting him with writing.
We shared laughter and tears and finally success, when a little one spelled difficult words correctly.
Your warm kindness motivated many children not to give up until they reached their goal.
You stood next to me when I needed a shoulder to lean on, and you wisely offered support.
Singleton Primary School was blessed by your presence and willingness to step up when many gave up.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Much gratitude and love.
Ria Fouche
Mary was the light of the world and sadly our world just grew dimmer.
She was loved and adored by us all and one of the few people who could give you a genuine hug that squeezed you so tight it made you feel as valuable as a gold bar.
She was quick to learn new skills and passed on motivation and encouragement to students to try their best.
She appreciated education as a powerful tool but realised that teachers couldn’t find enough time to do everything. This is where Mary filled an important gap. In the 10+years Mary volunteered at Singleton she never failed to turn up. She was dedicated, steadfast and the truth dwelt within her.
Mary is surely organising the angels in heaven today and I look forward to seeing her again one day soon.
Sweet Mary,
Words cannot express the feeling of loss I’m sure a lot of us feel. You were an integral part of Singleton Primary School(since the year I began teaching); and, although we didn’t meet as often as before, your presence in our school was soothing to the soul. You were committed, strong, consistent and caring. Students that knew you, will be devastated, as am I.
Mary, you will be missed very much, my lovely friend💕🙏🏻
💕Zee
Thank you Mary for the countless lives you blessed over many years at Daydawn Advocacy Centre with your dedication and determination to touch the lives of those who came seeking refuge and hope. Your commitment to assist those who are vulnerable and suffering has been an inspiration.
Thank you for your faithful service
Love from the Daydawn Team
Val, I have wonderful memories of Mary, first in SAPES, the secretarial association, and thereafter as a good friend. She was always so active in mind and body. RIP dear Mary.
We know you are in better place, where this is no pain. You are at peace.
We cherish the time we had with you, and you will be deeply missed.
Aunty Mary
You are missed! Till we meet again this will be temporary goodbye. Love you lots!
Our dearest Mary-san,
突然の悲しすぎる知らせにショックを受けています。
日本で一緒に食事をして話をして、楽しい時間を過ごしたのは、つい昨日の様に感じます。
Mary-sanの満面の笑顔と笑い声は、私たちを幸せにしてくれました。
Mary-sanの賢く温かくフレンドリーなサポートは、私たち家族のSingaporeでの生活を、より一層充実した楽しいものにしてくれました。心から感謝しています。
その後もMary-san Familyと繋がり続けていることは、私たち家族にとって、とても嬉しいことです。
We are proud of being one of the friends of you ,Mary-san.
From Tokyo with lots of love,
Yoshiaki, Hidehiko, Seiko.
Beautiful Mary. What an amazing woman. An absolute inspiration to so many. Dedicating over a decade of her own time to our school in various roles helping staff and students. She became a friend to so many and touched so many lives in her time at our school. She has left a big hole but we will continue to honour her hard working attitude and love that she showed us by carrying on just as she always did. Love you Mary. Until we meet again ❤️
Aunty Mary, all that have known you will agreed that you’re indeed a wonderful and sincere friend. I have known you for 40 odd years and no doubt we don’t see each other often, our bond still remain closed and strong.
You are free and back home with our Heavenly Father.
Rest in peace Aunty Mary and will miss you. 🙏❤️
To my dearest Aunt Mary,
You are the best friend that anyone could ever hope to have. Your absence has left a hole in my heart that no one could ever replace. I am broken, but I hold on to the hope that we will meet again someday, in a place where pain and heartache no longer exist.
I miss your messages checking in on me, your advice to be brave and strong. You were not only my aunt, but my best friend and confidante. Thank you so much for allowing me the opportunity to spend that short time with you, helping Cousin Val take care of you.
We will love you always, Aunt Mary. I’ll see you in the resurrection morning.
With all my love,
Mary Ann
What an incredible woman! Mary was a key figure at Singleton Primary and I feel so blessed I could work closely with her in the library. Hard working, busy, knowledgeable and talented, Mary continued to show her caring nature to my children and I even after I moved away from the school. She will be grately missed!
My heart holds both love and ache,
A bond no distance ever breaks.
Though tears may fall like endless rain, In memories, you still remain.
Till we meet again, my little sister
From your brother,
Andrew
Mummy I miss you