R.I.E.P Leonard (Lenny) Fernandes

TONY REG DSOUZA

East African Goans and many, many others around     the world who knew Leonard (Lenny) Fernandes are mourning his passing in the United  States. He is survived by his wife Jeane, his sisters May, Merlin, brother Rudy (Hazel) and Cammy (Camilo) and their children and extended families.

 Tony Reg DSouza

A brother and true friend has left us for his heavenly abode. We were devastated by this news particularly as he was an integral part of our family. My daughter in law put it best. He was such a special soul, funny, witty and always knew how to bring joy to everyone around him. He had this incredible way of making you feel important no matter what. He left a lasting memory on us which will always bring a smile even through the sadness. RIP brother.

With friends and relations on one of their regular visits to Sydney

Lenny will be remembered for many brilliant achievements in his life time. Firstly that he was known as President Jomo Kenyatta's publisher ... Lenny started work in a newspaper in the print section. when the Kenya Government opened a publishing house, Lenny was selected for the job of Publisher. He made publishing the work of his life for many, many years and rewards were good. You can see he though big even when he was just a kid. In the photograph below is cool the Pontiac's radiator. He picked the Pontiac after the Coup in what the Belgian Congo which resulted in lots of super cars being rushed into Kenya. The Pontiac was later painted blue and black by the Ahluwalia brothers. We were all part of the Pangani Chini gang which had its headquarters in the Ahluwalia family home. Wonderful unforgetable days!

Genny Ellis

Lenny was a very special person who always joked around and was such a pleasure to have as our first cousin. I was shocked to hear of his passing so soon after his illness. He is now with his lovely sister Merlin, his mum Hilda and dad Martin. May he rest in eternal peace. 

Tony Reg DSouza

A brother and true friend has left us for his heavenly abode. We were devastated by this news particularly as he was an integral part of our family. My daughter in law put it best. He was such a special soul, funny, witty and always knew how to bring joy to everyone around him. He had this incredible way of making you feel important no matter what. He left a lasting memory on us which will always bring a smile even through the sadness. RIP brother.

Heather-Gail De Souza

To a dear friend who encouraged me and kept an eye on me. Told me stories of his childhood with my dad. I remember my visit to Coneticut. You will always be remembered  Go well Lenny . Every time I pass Mr and Mrs Athaides home which is now apartments memories flood me and I think of you all. Our deepest sympathies to Jean, Donna,Nigel and families x

Sara Ferrao

Rest in peace dear Lenny - our neighbor in Highridge - good times with Lenny and Jean

Wonderful kind respectful and helpful person. His memory will live on in all who knew him. Raymond has lot of work stories - sincere condolences and prayers Jean, Nigel Donna and family  Sara and Raymond

Geoff Ahluwalia

We have a special bond that goes back to the days when we were all kids. Our whole family took to Lenny, even our house servant Macharia (aka Bwana chai, the tea maker ... all day) who supplied our "gang" with copious amounts of chai on the Pangani road side gutters in front of our house. RIEP Lenny.

Belivia Da Costa Fernandes

Shocked to hear this sad news. Lenny was such a gentleman. May his soul rest in peace. Condolences to Jeanne and the family. Belivia & Adolf

   From left Geoff Ahluwalia, a cute young Lennie, Arnold do Rosario, Sally Ahluwalia, late Jude Fernandes, late Smiley Joe, late George Alvares, Philo Mazor, can't remember the guy kneeling in the front.

The Pangani boys at the Nakuru Races