Cecil with eldest son, Andrew Yap.  Photo provided by Fay Yap to post.  Not sure what happened to photo last week.

Cecil with beautiful grand-daughter, Rachel Yap.  Photo provided by Fay Yap to post.

Today we meet to share our grief and blessings of this man. My first meeting with Cecil was at Orange Groove, he was with Lisa ensuring she learnt the intricacies of lawn tennis, the last time I saw him he was with Lisa and she was ensuring he received his last element of life. This is a beautiful demonstration of the circle of life. 

His gift of longevity was accompanied by challenges that he successfully kept at bay, He conquered his family’s worldly needs and enjoyed the joyful love of all his children and grandchildren and was supported to the end by matriarch Fay.  We thank god for his friendship & humility and pray for his redemption, forgiveness, and embrace by the Almighty.

From Marcia and Vincent Chin

My deepest sympathy to Fay, Lisa, Andrew, Christopher, Cecile-Ann, Nicole, respective spouses, grandchildren and great grandchildren on the recent passing of Cecil.  Cecil was, among other things, a good, kind and loving man.  May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time and cherish all the fond memories you shared with him over the years.  Rest assured that God was ready for him and he will be in Heaven watching over you.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

With love,
Marjorie (Madge) Chin

Cecil with Lisa and Chris when they were young

Cecil and his grand-daughter, Candisa Yap-Sam

Cecil still fit in his older age of life playing tennis :-)

Cecil with his two sons, Andrew and Christopher when they were young.

Cecil with grand-daughter Brianna Cha-Kim

Some more family photos with Cecil Yap.  Here with son Christopher and daughter Nicole.

Sisters/brothers-in-law  and longtime friend in Toronto, Canada

Cecil Yap with daughter Lisa and son Chris

Our sincere condolences for all of Uncle Cecil’s family at this time. You have our deepest sympathies. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Our hearts goes out to you all at this difficult time.  🙏🕊🙏 RIP Uncle Cecil.  
Peggy, Alvin and Sue Young

My dear Daddy, in my adult years, we grew very close.  Thank you soo much for all the times you followed me to Shannie's cheerleading competitions and came with Brandon, Shannie and I on our vacations to Disney World and Sea World, etc.  We really enjoyed having you along with us.  Also for those years when they were young and you stayed with Paul and I during the week, thank you for your occasional babysitting so that Paul and I could go out.  I love you and I will always treasure the 'GREAT HAPPY TIMES' that we had together.  Rest in peace and may the Great Almighty God Bless you Immensely.  You are in Heaven now looking down on us.  Please pray for us and watch over us.  Love you forever.

My dad was a very wise, frugal, considerate, generous and loving man!  He always wanted the very best for all his children and his grandchildren!  He also loved to give advice to other family members and friends!  HE loved Jesus very much and always spoke about him!

I miss him a lot!  
Now he is sleeping and waiting to be carried up into the heavens when Jesus returns!  I love my father very much and thought he would live a little longer! See you in heaven daddy! Love you!
Your daughter. Lisa 


Lisa, Andrew, Christopher, Cecilia, Nicole and respective families: My condolences for your loss. I will always be thankful for the emotional support and friendship Aback Cecil provided to Dad, particularly during his last few years. You are all very fortunate to have had your father remain on this earth for a great long time. I hope you have many happy memories to sustain and comfort you. 

Warm Regards,
Nuke/ Bern




OBITUARY

Cecil R. Yap

August 19, 1927 – January 16, 2023

Caballero Rivero Woodlawn South & Woodlawn Park Cemetery South

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