I have known Poona since our days at Mehodist Mission Primary School in Namosau, Ba. We went on to Xavier College, Ba for four years and then to Natabua HighSchool where we passed our NZ University Entrance, next to Suva Grammar School, Suva for our our Upper Sixth Form class, preparatory class for University. We lived at the hostel at the Nasinu Training College for the year. We then proceeded to University. Poona and I shared a flat for two years. Hence I know Poona very well and our kinship grew over the years to almost a brotherly relationship. Poona was an A Grade student. He had an exceptional character and was a most worthy friend. He cared enormously for social justice. I moan his death immensely. Sorry Poona that I cannot be there this day because of circumstances but I will visit your dear wife and family soon to pay my enormous respect for you.
Ravindran Robin Nair
Friendship transcends death. The memories Jeet and I made with Poona bhai will never be forgotten and they have created a lasting impression on those he left behind. Everyone became a better person for having such a wonderful friend. To you akka, we send our love, stay strong and take care.
Jeet and Kamla Prasad
We can in our minds recollect the sweet smile that endeared him to people around him. We enjoyed his company. He had a way with children specially the grand kids who adored him absolutely.
Ranjini, Rishi and Riddhika Ram
A good friend. A good conversationalist. An intellectual. Listened to opposite point of view. I had some delightful time with him. Someone I will miss. May his soul march on to greatness beyond the earthly life. Good bye my friend.
Narendra Kumar
Our deepest and sincerest condolences to you all as you say goodbye to a much loved friend of my parents, Ratna and Purushottam Krishnan. It was always a pleasure to see their very special friendship whenever they were together. A kind warm soul. God Bless. My love to Aunty . Kind regards Naleen & Shri Mudaliar (Auckland, NZ)
Naleen Mudaliar
