Demise of Lifer Lim Chin Chai

Dear Apexians/Lifers/Life Governors/ Friend of Apex far and near,

With a heavy heart we wish to inform that Lifer Lim CC has passed away.

Lifer LimCC was a fine example of an Apexian, one who would rally to a

good cause. We all miss him.

President and members of Apex Club of Penang

My dad, the late Lifer Lim Chin Chai, lived and breathe the 3 principles of Apex - citizenship, fellowship and service. Throughout the past 30+ years, his pride and commitment to being a member of this Service Club is apparent in all his daily activities.

Back in the 70's, he continued to attend meetings and always participating in the many club events even when he was past the membership age limit set back-then at age 40. His continued support for all the club activities eventually led to him being inducted as a Lifer. His one lifetime wish to hold the position of as President of the Penang Club No. 8, finally came true these past couple of years, when he was in his 70's.Throughout all the years, the fellowship with Apexians near and far have build into many very close friendships between families and is held very dear to him and to our families as well.

We like to take this opportuinity to thank all Apexians who took the time to send their condolences in person and via email and text messages. Also, thanks to the many clubs throughout Malaysia, SIngapore and the Philippines that sent wreaths and flowers.

During my dad's lifetime, the times he shared being an Apexian travelling to the many clubs the world over were some of his happiest and cherished experiences.

Our family conveys our sincere thanks for all the support from the various Club members during our recent bereavement.

From the families of Say Cheang and Say Mei

I AM VERY DEEPLY MOVED

HEARING THE SUDDEN DEMISE OF OUR VERY STAUNCH APEX MEMBER LIM CHIN

CHYE FOR WHOM I HAD THE HIGHEST RESPECT, REGARD AND ADMIRATION OVER

THE LONG YEARS I HAVE KNOWN HIM.

HIS GENEROUS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE APEX EDUCATION TRUST FUND WOULD BE

LONG REMEMBERED. I RECEIVED A CEK FROM HIM AT THE FEDERAL HOTEL ONLY A

FEW WEEKS AGO AND SPOKE TO HIM ABOUT HIS HEALTH ETC.

MAY HIS SOUL REST IN ABSOLUTE PEACE.

PLEASE CONVEY MY RESPECTS TO HIS FAMILY MEMBERS.

A.GNANARAJAH

Hi ALL

I'm shocked to hear that Chin Chai has left us.

I "know" him casually whenever he came to S'pore to attend Apex functions. Whenever we see Apex Penang we see Chin Chai. We are indeed fortunate to see him recently at our National Convention, My condolences to his family.

WE HAVE LOST A GOOD FRIEND his face will be in our memory for a Long long time.

T T Yeo

Thanks for passing on the information about Chin Chai.

He was a great person and a devoted Apexian. I will always remember

him.

We exchanged Christmas cards every year that we were

back in Oz. We visited Penang twice and each time we were met by Chin

Chai at the airport. He also arranged a meal each time with all the

old Apexians.

Regards

Jim and Marg Stent

I am sorry I could not attend Lim Chin Chai's funeral. I intended to

attend, however, I did not have the information on funeral

arrangements.

I will miss Lim Chin Chai. He was always a great Apexian and friend.

The next time I am in Penang I will visit his Grave Site and pay my

respects.

Cheers,

John Richards

A sad time in deed for the Apex movement within Malaysia and also the

Asia Pacific.

Lifer Lim's commitment for Apex and the Penang Club is testament to

the courage he showed whilst undertaking the biggest battle of his

life. Our loss is a time for reflection and renewal. It is a time to

make certain the good work carried out by Lifer Lim continues.

Please officially pass on my condolences on behalf of the entire Apex

family to Lifer Lim's family and his colleagues through the Apex Club

of Penang.

His life may have concluded, however his spirit to succeed lives on

within Apex in Malaysia.

Yours in Apex,

Rick Hose

Apex Global Chairman

Lim was not only a

great Apexian but a great friend to myself and Kathryn and Christopher

, I start this day with a heavy heart but great memories of a great

man .

our sympathy to

his family and the Penang club ,

May his lord

accompany him with the honour he deserves on his next life journey.

our love to all

Bruce ,

Kathryn and Christopher Mackie

Our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of Lifer Lim CC and Apex

Penang.

I surely feel he was a good guy and a

great lost to Apex and friends.

Please accept our sincere condolences.

Vic & Auring

Apex Philippines

I was shocked to hear about the demise of Lifer Lim Chin Chye of Penang Club who was a great Apexian and a very fine gentleman. I knew the late Lifer Lim way back in the early seventies when the Apex Club of Penang was started. We had a very close relationship and we had interesting memories of that time. Lim always acknowledged me even up to this year, and we had our final moments in Kuala Lumpur during the National Convention there. I was very happy when I heard that he has recovered from his ailment and hoped to see him healthy in the next few years. It is with a very saddened heart that I received the message of his demise. He will always be remembered as a dedicated Apexian and he will certainly be missed by Penang Club as well as our Association. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.
LG Ravindran Royan

Dear Apexians
I knew LM Lim from the 70’s when
he used go around snapping photos with his film camera. As a
person he was very friendly and had genuine desire to meet
apexians especially the older ones. We all were fortunate in
knowing him and I had the pleasure of meeting him for the
last time though at the convention in KL in August. As usual
he again showed his generosity by donating to the ETF a tidy
sum.
I will miss his friendly face and
his animated conversation. Truly a loss to the apex
fraternity. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family.

MAY HE REST IN PEACE. MAY GOD BLESS HIS SOUL.

Suresh Sivaram

Please convey my apologies to the President Balan, for being unable to attend the wake of our "old guard". But he will always be remembered of our good times together.

Mike Kong ,Singapore

My grievences also goes out for Lifer Lim's untimely demise.He served on my NB and though he was unable to contribute because of his aillment nevertheless his spirit was there.RIP my friend
Thava
.

Dear Apexians,
It gives me shock and sadness in hearing the demise of our Apexian, Lifer Lim of Penang Club.
I knew him since the eigthies when I was the Seremban Club President and my short term as DG (south) we were very close and I find him not only a true friend but a very dedicated Apexian.
We have lost a Great Apexian. Eventhough he is not feelong well, yet he attended our last convention in Kuala Lumpur.
I met him during the Convention n he never change.. very friendly and and in good spirits.
Whenever I am in Penang, I used to meet Apexian Seah, Edward Mah and Lim for fellowships.
My condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace.

lifer Ee Hock Chuan PJK, Apex Club of Seremban, Apex 40 KUala Lumpur.

It is with deepest condolence that we hear about the demise of Lifer Lim Chin Chye of Penang Club who passed away some days ago. He was a fine gentleman and a great Apexian and his death will be a severe loss not only to Penang Club but also to the National Association of Apex Clubs. We in the Apex Club of Malacca Central send our heartfelt sympathy to his family members and to those Apex friends in Penang. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE
Apex Club of Malacca central

Dear Apexians,

It brings me shock to hear the sudden demise of Lifer Lim.

We were old friends in the late eighties.He is not only humble but really a true friend. Whenever in Penang , I use to call him or enquire about his health from Apexian Seah n Edward Mai.

My last meeting with this gentleman was during the recent National Convention in Kuala Lumpur.

Such a cheerful and kind hearted man sould leave us suddeny.

My family and I expresed our depest condolences to Lim"s family.

May he rest in peace.

TM Kumar

Obituary

The President and Members of the Apex Club of Seremban convey their heartfelt condolence and Deepest Sympathy to the family of Lifer Lim Chin Chai Penang and also to the Apex Club of Penang.

Apex Club Of Seremban

Lifer Lim Chin Chai.pride of Penang Apex,great role model,service to the end.Happy to know him but will miss him. Our sympathies on his passing.

Arthur Choa.

I am very sorry to know this sad news.Our Leganes adopted father in Penang to return to our creator.
Edgar palencia, Leganes Phillipines.
Dinner meeting 855th, 2nd September 2009

MINUTES OF THE 855th MEETING OF APEX CLUB OF PENANG

ON 02/09/09, 8PM AT MAY GARDEN RESTAURANT, PENANG

Attendance: Lifer LimCC, Lifer Tony Ng, Victor Corbett, Jason Ang, Mike Ong,

Jane Chan and Gurmeet Singh

Apologies: President Balan Menon, Edward Mai, Anthony Jayakumar and Terrie

Loo.

1.0 Confirmation of minutes

1.1 The 853rd Meeting Minutes was proposed for adoption by Tony Ng & seconded

by Victor Corbett.

2.0 Charity Car Wash 2009

2.1 Mike Ong, Victor and Gurmeet Singh will work on this project. Gurmeet has

actually found a suitable car wash centre.

3.0 Bursary Awards for the 2 orphans in Balik Pulau

3.1Victor will solicit some donations from Penang Turf Club. Mike Ong to help

Angie Low to write to NB to appeal for some funds.

4.0 Other Charity Projects

4.1 Victor sold RM1,000 raffle draw tickets for Mt Miriam Hospital.

4.2 Lifer Lim CC, Tony Ng and Apex Pg will sponsor at least an inmate each at the

next Cheshire Home Parents’ Day. Further pledge is most welcomed.

5.0 Other Matters

5.1 Lifer Lim CC reported that he home hosted 4 Apexians from Philippines when

they came to Penang after Nat’l Convention. They were entertained to dinner

and social by Apex Pg and Edward Mai .

5.2 Members will do cleaning of Club House on Monday, 7/9/09 at 9.30am.

5.3 Mike Ong reported that he had submitted ROS returns through Balan Menon.

5.4 Victor will order new bannerettes.

5.5 Members celebrated Jane Chan’s birthday.

6.0 General

6.1 Fines collection was RM15/=.

Meeting adjourned at 9.30pm, proposed by Tony Ng & seconded by Gurmeet Singh.

Minutes Proposed by: …………………. Seconded by:……………….

Prepared by: Mike Ong