In Memory of Koos "Oom Koos" Cronje
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Oom Koos on the 28th of November. This man was a true SANAE legend, with sixteen voyages down South under his belt.
Koos touched the lives of many SANAE over-winterers and takeover personnel, including myself and the 51st overwintering team, over his many years of dedication to the Antarctic Programme. In fact, he even missed the birth of his first grandchild, to join us on the “final voyage” of the Agulhas I.
Koos, you will be sorely missed down South and I look forward to raising my glass in your honour at this year’s takeover function. Rest in peace bro.
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What a great photograph of Oom Koos. Wow 16 trips to the Antarctica! RIP. I am sure your stories will live on in your family forever.
December 04, 2012 at 07:17am - Comment -
Sorry to hear about Oom Koos. What was his position with the SANAE program set-up ?
December 04, 2012 at 09:17am - Comment -
If any of you do have any photo's videos etc.of my dad please email it to me. will really appreciate it.
March 11, 2013 at 18:25pm - Comment
Hopefully one day i will be able to follow my dad's footsteps.
Senex he was a dozer and lived for the ice.
I can't thank you enough for posting this photo and link about my dad on the internet.
Love Natasha
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