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11 Jul 2007

fridae co-founder robert yeoh passes on

Fridae co-founder Robert Yeoh passed away at age 52 on July 10, 2007.

Robert Yeoh, one of the co-founders of Fridae.com, passed away on Tuesday evening from complications of pneumonia. He had been in the intensive care unit in a Singapore hospital for over a month when he passed on.

Having trained and practiced as a Barrister in Britain in the late 1970s, Robert had an accomplished career in investment banking spanning nearly two decades before co-founding Fridae.com in 2000. He served as Fridae's Chief Executive Officer and was mainly involved in fundraising since the company's inception and saw it through the dot-com bubble burst before relegating the role to fellow co-founder, Dr Stuart Koe in 2002.

After having worked in the major financial centers in the world including London, New York, Singapore, Japan and Hong Kong, Robert took on the high-profile development and management of Bintan Resort, a 23,000 hectare development on the north coast of Indonesia's Bintan island in 1992.

In 1994, he became the first Asian Country Head of Chase Manhattan Bank Malaysia, where he was born.

Following that, Robert joined the Hong Leong Group Malaysia as the Group Managing Director and later Chief Executive Officer of PB Securities before taking up the invitation to join the Institute of Strategic International Studies Malaysia during the Asian financial crisis until 2003.

From 2000-2002, he also served as Advisor to AIA Capital, the financial advisory/direct investment arm of AIA Group. In 2003, he was appointed Strategic Communications Advisor (Marcom) to Singapore's Economic Development Board and to the Board of Commissioners of PT Chandra Asri, Indonesia's only petrochemical company and one of Asia's largest.

Aside from his corporate achievements, Robert was engaged in charitable work including being a Trustee and Hon. Secretary of the Malaysian AIDS Foundation and Acting Chairman in 2005 as well as being part of church-related mission trips in recent years.

"Robert was instrumental in founding Fridae.com which has since grown to become Asia's largest gay and lesbian online community. He will be missed by the staff at Fridae and everyone who knew him," said Dr Koe.

The wake will be held at The Garden of Remembrance (Christian Columbarium Chapel), Parousie Hall, 920 Old Choa Chu Kang Road, Singapore 699815, starting on Thursday, July 12, noon. The cortege will leave for Mandai Crematorium at Saturday, July 14, 3:30 pm, and the cremation ceremony will begin at 4.30pm. No wreaths by request; if desired, enquiries about donations to offset medical costs can be directed to robert_yeoh_memorial@yahoo.com .

Readers may post their condolences, tributes and memories of Robert below.

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1. 2007-07-11 18:51  
Deep condolences.Though I do not know you, your great contributions to the community will be remembered by all of us here.
2. 2007-07-11 18:58  
Another great pillar of our community has gone away for a long and good rest.Rob,you have ran the race and won.Rest in peace.
3. 2007-07-11 18:59  
Wow.. sorry to hear this news.. my condolences to family and friends..

Mark Armstrong
http://www.johnferdinand.com
4. 2007-07-11 19:09  
sad to see a great man pass away : (
5. 2007-07-11 19:09  
Thats life
6. 2007-07-11 19:19  
Thanks for Fridae
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8. 2007-07-11 19:39  
i hope he did not suffer much.....may God bless him and reward him accordingly
9. 2007-07-11 19:41  
Some of us are are angels here before taking their rightful place. Look after us from above Robert, we still need you.
10. 2007-07-11 19:43  
condolences to all at fridae... & all close friends of Robert.

let there not be sorrow but
happiness for his
reunion
with
peace
.



11. 2007-07-11 20:00  
My condolences..
Rest In Peace..
12. 2007-07-11 20:01  
RIP
13. 2007-07-11 20:13  
condolences.
14. 2007-07-11 20:13  
A caring and approcable person who is always smiling even to stranger on the road- another great lost- J Carlson
15. 2007-07-11 20:16  
REST IN PEACE
MY CONDOLENCES TO ALL PLU
FRIDAE COMMUNITY LOST GREAT MAN.
16. 2007-07-11 20:19  
RIP, Good job on earth, great reward in Heaven...
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18. 2007-07-11 20:27  
Uncle Robert, RIP....



19. 2007-07-11 20:35  
RIP..
20. 2007-07-11 20:50  
A Great man we lost, but not forgotten. He fought a good race, and is a winner in all sense. Rest In Peace Rob, You'll be missed...
21. 2007-07-11 21:00  
Without him we will not have such an awesome website. May god bless him with the angels with no more pain and suffering.
RIP
22. 2007-07-11 21:01  
Dear Robert Yeoh,

RIP, we will remember you, deep in our heart

23. 2007-07-11 21:13  
Dear Robert Yeoh.!

Anywhere you are, we will continue with the spirit in higher mode, very proud of your contribution.

"Anywhere you are, we'll be with you in PRAYS for you, Mr Robert" God Bless you.

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25. 2007-07-11 21:23  
My warm condolences to the family of Mr. Robert Yeoh. I think he is a great guy, i hope somewhere out there there's still someone like him who can continue his great plan specially in this preasent system of things. May he rest in peace.

mel
26. 2007-07-11 21:33  
All good things come to an end. All great men, like Robert Yeoh, seem to pass away early. There must be a reason; perhaps because they have given too much of themselves.
27. 2007-07-11 21:48  
My deepest condolences.... thanks so much for all ur contributions and all the hardwork u've given to our community. B'coz of u, we then have such a great website that keep us together. Thanks once again. u'll be remember deep in our heart....
28. 2007-07-11 21:52  
You will be in our memories,
..RIP..
29. 2007-07-11 21:56  
Rest in peace. Thanks for everything you have done for us.
30. 2007-07-11 21:59  
my condolences to the friends and family of Robert Yeoh. He has accomplished so much for our community and created a place where fellow GLBTs can communicate, find new friends and support. A place that provides us with facts, news, and entertainment in our community. even though Robert has passed on, his legend will live on through Fridae and all his other great accomplishments. Thank you to a great leader who had the courage to seek out equality.
31. 2007-07-11 22:05  
My deepest condolences.
32. 2007-07-11 22:10  
Will always remember your wit, charm, drive, ebullience, and the penchant for the finer things in life. Thanks for the opportunities you gave me... My deepest respect, condolences & relief for your freedom from suffering and pain.... Be at rest, Robert..... W
33. 2007-07-11 22:20  
Rest In Peace, Robert. Thank you for giving us this platform for PLU to mingle.
34. 2007-07-11 22:26  
Although I may not know you till today, thank you Robert. I really appreciate what you have done for us. Love U and Rest In Peace.
35. 2007-07-11 22:39  
Robert - Service then Self: the community that finds fun, friends and love as a result of your efforts will be your monument. Thanks>>>
36. 2007-07-11 22:41  
RIP Robert.
Your legacy will be with us for many many years to come.
37. 2007-07-11 22:42  
My deepest sympathy for this hardest moment of your life.

May your contribution for our community will last forever as a monument of human right that have been neglected by so many ppl but you put it as foundation for our community.

your contribution and hardwork is usefull for us now and forever.

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39. 2007-07-11 23:12  
I respect his life. He devoted his talent and experience to establishing our community where we are now. Hope his committment be shared by more people. Requiescat In Pace!

By the way, the obituary is a beautiful passage.
40. 2007-07-11 23:17  
The Good die young, may you find everlasting peace
41. 2007-07-11 23:29  
My deep condolence. May you find peace and great happiness in heaven.

I am amazed by your achievement. Nonetheless, you greatest achivement is being the founder of Fridae, which became the shelter for so many lonely hearts. Thank you.
42. 2007-07-11 23:30  
Every man dies, but not every man really lives. What
better man who has lived life to its fullest than Robert?
I find solace that his ideals, his essence and his very breath continues its drive.
His accomplishments and the energies these have created continue their existence; Robert has gone beyond life and has found true immortality
in the hearts and minds of those his gentle yet generous heart has touched.

His economy for words speaks volumes.

His quiescent yet watchful nature looks over all our shoulders.

His wit and charm the very hallmark of his personality.

His erudite, au courant nature and savant taste for fine art, music and cuisine the makings of a gentleman.

You are admired, extolled, honored but mostly, you are missed.
43. 2007-07-11 23:30  
A life well lived, a good model for all. May he dwell forever in His Presence.
44. 2007-07-11 23:48  
My deep condolence sent to his family and friends. May his spirit of supporting the LGBT community continue to grow in every part of the world!
45. 2007-07-11 23:49  
My deepest condolences and sympathy to the family.

At least you are in a much better place now with God, Mr Yeoh.

46. 2007-07-12 00:11  
Dear Robbie,

i will miss u
47. 2007-07-12 00:11  
Time would not efface the memory of your existence and contributions ! It is not only the loss of G&L, it is the loss of mankind....RIP
with deep condolences
48. 2007-07-12 00:30  
You have connected an entire world here in Fridae . Thank-You for making a difference. Jeff S, Seattle Wa, USA
49. 2007-07-12 00:35  
san chai..
san chai...


ah mi tuo fo!
50. 2007-07-12 00:48  
Dear Robert

You introduced me to FRIDAE and it has been a wonderful journey for me to get to know so many people all over the world. FRIDAE is your piece de triumphe! Without this wonderful portal, the rest of the world would not have been introduced to Singapore's gay society and given us an invaluable tool to reach out to others.

It is just so in your character to always try to link people together and FRIDAE will continue with the spirit that is you!

Miss you heaps! You are now living in a better place, one with your beloved GOD and I hope you will continue to watch over all us! Till we meet again, anon!
51. 2007-07-12 01:04  
Fridae has brought millions of gays together. thru here, we learnt to fall in love and perhaps fun for some. But we all thank you for co-founding this wonderful sites that have changed all our lives. I am deeply saddened by yr departure, but i guess it is part of the life cycle. I can only blame not knowing you earlier. You have been a wonderful friend.
Eryk
52. 2007-07-12 01:09  
I FEEL SO SADDENED AT YOUR DEPARTURE TO THE HEAVENLY ABODE. I GREATLY ADMIRED YOUR QUALITIES OF HEAD AND HEART.

THE ONLY COMFORT LEFT IS THE SWEETEST RECOLLECTION OF ALL THAT YOU MEANT TO YOUR FAMILY AND US.I HOPE TIME WILL EASE AND ERASE THE SORROWS AND LEAVE ONLY CHERISHED MEMORIES OF YOU.

WE ALL HERE SEND OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY, LOVE AND CONDOLENCES.
53. 2007-07-12 01:30  
My deepest condolences to Mr. Robert Yeoh's family and his close friends. Definitely, you made a fabulous work in either in private life and Fridae, which is one of the most gorgeous site. Please rest in peace, God will protect and guide you.
Sincerely,
Edward (Osaka-Japan)
54. 2007-07-12 01:44  
Robert my dear... you will be greatly missed, but with the fondest of memories! It feels as if the world has lost an angel, but God has gained one... xxp
55. 2007-07-12 01:49  
Robert, you have set a good example, at least, for me to follow...

THANK YOU
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57. 2007-07-12 01:51  
My deepest condolences to the family & loved ones of mister Robert Yeoh. An admired man whose remarkable journey in life also enriched so many others with the foresight of connecting this community, our community.
Expressing my sincere gratitude as I am a beneficiary of this learning environment in my coming out process, and the friendship of various nature. Thank you.
May he Rest In Peace.
Casey
58. 2007-07-12 01:52  
My sympathies to fridae.com and to the family and friends of Robert Yeoh. I did not know Robert but he certainly made a name for himself in his chosen field and more importantly, found time to give back to the communities of which he was a part.

We can greave for our loss but find comfort that he is at peace from the aches and pains he suffered.

Milton Owens (miltla)
59. 2007-07-12 02:15  
Thank you, Mr Yeoh!

Your great contribution has offered Fridae members a bright future!

You will always be remembered... Rest In Peace!

Tianlun
(Kuala Lumpur)
60. 2007-07-12 02:30  
Thank you for creating a space where gay men can express themselves freely. Although I do not know you personally, my condolences go out to your family and friends and to the people from Fridae. Rest in peace and may the memories of you live forever in our hearts and minds.

Ethan Lim
61. 2007-07-12 02:53  
R.I.P......THANKS FOR FINDIND SUCH A AMAZING WEB..U WILL BE REMEMBERED.
62. 2007-07-12 03:22  
It has been said that life ends when we made our mark in this world. Mr. Yeoh not only made his mark but left a legacy, a legacy for all of gay and lesbian Asians in this world.
Fridae is not only a dating/networking website. It is an outlet for many gay Asians to express ourselves, explore others, and learn about ourselves. And most importantly, it connected and binded the gay Asians community worldwide.
Thank You Mr. Yeoh...may you rest in peace and smile upon us!!!

dancingchefalvin
63. 2007-07-12 03:23  
sleep well and take rest for your next happiness life in heaven
regards
satanboy@fridae
64. 2007-07-12 03:52  
Rest In Peace!

and thx 4 the great page !
65. 2007-07-12 04:00  
im crying , hes so nice guy ,,,,,,,, im sure my wife too be crying for u 2 weeks
66. 2007-07-12 04:01  
hes nice man,,,,,,,,,,peace u GBU amen ,God on ur side
67. 2007-07-12 04:17  
Thank U Mr Yeoh, for creating such a good wonderful site for me & all the gay people around the world. It's sad that U leave Us. I'll remember U! May your Soul leave in Peace! Thank U!
68. 2007-07-12 04:37  
I live in the United Staes but I love Asia and Fridae and I was horribly shocked to read of his passing. May all the angels in Heaven welcome him warmly and give to him the happiness that he has given to all of us around the world. Bless you, Robert!
69. 2007-07-12 04:38  
On behalf of the many United Nations staff and volunteers who knew of Robert's work, we express our heartfelt sorrow at his passing and our sincere condolences to all his loved ones.

Dr TMG Duffy
tmgduffy@yahoo.ie
70. 2007-07-12 05:38  
Rest in peace...
71. 2007-07-12 05:42  
Goodluck and Godspeed to the next level. What a wonderful man. Thank you for Fridae.
72. 2007-07-12 05:53  
May I say that I wish his family and friends well, as it must be a very difficult time for them all as well. Kind thoughts for them all from a distant corner...
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74. 2007-07-12 05:58  
I would like to express my condolences to the family, friends and those who knew Mr. Yeoh. I am sure he will be missed. Our world was blessed by his presence.
75. 2007-07-12 06:21  
There are so many well thought condolences provided already, there's not much for me to add. I never had the occasion to meet Robert. However, in addition to his successful business legacy, he leaves behind a tremendous resource for the rest of us. What better gift could anyone leave on this planet, than a means to connect with others of our same interest and to attempt to find some happiness and with any luck, someone to love? Thanks Robert for your tireless work and for what you leave behind for the rest of us!
76. 2007-07-12 06:33  
Dear Robert,

You had an amazing journey over the decades since you left the UK, and made a staggering difference to so many people.

You will always be remembered and thanked for that. I will also remember you for your kindness, wit and humour, and in particular your hilarious impression of Mapp, in Mapp and Lucia, which I can never watch without thinking of you.

We lit a candle for you tonight in London. I feel honoured and proud to have known you, and so sad not to see you again.

To others on Fridae I respectfully repeat the request mentioned in the article:
the enormous hospital costs were an additional burden to the illness itself and I am sure that if just some of the thousands of people who have been helped by Fridae can donate even a small affordable amount each, this would be a great help.

Maybe in the long term a trust could be set up in Robert's name to help those whose illness is not covered by insurance?


With much love,
Steve and Leng
xx

77. 2007-07-12 06:51  
well, i'm truely sorry I didn't have a chance to meet Robert. His career was an impressive one....and seemed so much a gentleman. May this message and prayer find you happy in your new life.
Lost_angel (Los Angeles)
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79. 2007-07-12 06:58  
Thanks for everything you done to us. Your spirit will last forever.....
With Love
80. 2007-07-12 07:37  
Dear dear Robert,

I found out your passing 20 minutes after it happened, but it will sadden me years beyond that. I had known you for more than 20 years, but I hadn't known how serious, truly, your recent illness was. You will be so sorely missed by all of us you brilliant, charming man. Thank you for having shared with me so many instances of your wonderful, witty, outspoken personality - so that I can always remember you, even when you are no longer here.

For those who may share some of Robert's legacy (through Fridae), just remember to live as he had lived: always with integrity, courage, honesty, grace and a great dash of humour. Live your life to its highest potential so that you will always shine in the light of public respect. Thanks for the lessons Robert... and thanks for the journey traveled together.

You always said to me, "let's meet again when I get back"... but this time, I guess, well meet again later when I get back. Till then, God Bless... and speed you on your journey to heaven.

With love and utmost respect,
Desmond Sim

81. 2007-07-12 07:45  
Robert my dear friend. I'll be missing you and greatest regrets for not able to catch up with you for the longest time. Rest in Peace.
82. 2007-07-12 08:29  
Into The West - Annie Lennox

Lay down
Your sweet and weary head
Night is falling
You've come to journey's end
Sleep now
And dream of the ones who came before
They are calling
From across the distant shore

Why do you weep?
What are these tears upon your face?
Soon you will see
All of your fears will pass away
Safe in my arms
You're only sleeping

What can you see
On the horizon?
Why do the white gulls call?
Across the sea
A pale moon rises
The ships have come to carry you home

And all will turn
To silver glass
A light on the water
All souls pass

Hope fades
Into the world of night
Through shadows falling
Out of memory and time
Don't say: We have come now to the end
White shores are calling
You and I will meet again

And you'll be here in my arms
Just sleeping

What can you see
On the horizon?
Why do the white gulls call?
Across the sea
A pale moon rises
The ships have come to carry you home

And all will turn
To silver glass
A light on the water
Grey ships pass
Into the West

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83. 2007-07-12 08:41  

Robert hates it when we cried.
84. 2007-07-12 10:39  
Many thanks for what you have done and your love to the world.

Best Wish.
85. 2007-07-12 10:48  
thanks for finding this website for us.Rest in peace
86. 2007-07-12 10:53  
Not heard from you and friends who intro us in HK for 10 years! Now new of you passing away.

You have achieved alot! Rest in peace.
87. 2007-07-12 10:54  
dear robert

thanks for making the deep impact and huge difference for our brothers and sisters in the region and the world. i am sure you are proud of it too.

rest peacefully.
88. 2007-07-12 11:04  
Rest in peace. Fridae is really a successful website that connect all the gay and lesbian in our region and we are proud and thankful for your vision in creating this website.

Thank you.
89. 2007-07-12 11:06  
What this man has done for us is to look forward to a more accepting society. May his work live on.

You may be gone but never forgotten
90. 2007-07-12 11:12  
Dearly missed by all of us.
91. 2007-07-12 11:36  
I met robert for a short instance and was impressed with his with and humor....

May you rest in peace and your legacy will stand thru time....

Douglas
92. 2007-07-12 11:36  
deep condolence .... rest in peace ...
93. 2007-07-12 11:43  
me and yovita going sad and our son , alexsandra wijaya
94. 2007-07-12 11:57  
im sure piers and didik too, sweethaeart couple 2007

me and yovita ,pray for u in cristian way be

95. 2007-07-12 12:36  
My condolence to the fridae team n Yeoh's family ... a great lost for all of us but hope the tean will keep doing his work n his making his dream come true ...


kent
96. 2007-07-12 12:36  
Wings Of The Angels
by Tim Chambers
A gentle wind blew cross the land
Reaching out to take a hand
For on the winds the angels came
Calling out a mother's name.

Left behind, the children's tears
Loving memories of the years
Of joy and love, a life well spent
And now to God a mother's sent.

On angel's wings, a heavenly flight
The journey home, towards the light
To those who weep, a life is gone
But in God's love, 'tis but the dawn.


97. 2007-07-12 12:39  
My dear dear friend

How I will miss our laughter. No matter how disastrous things were, we always laughed. Till we meet again ...

"Sempre libera degg'io follegiare di gioia in gioia"


With all my love
Thomas Ng
98. 2007-07-12 12:47  
me and yovita goin buy lot lien for u, dearest ,,,,,,,,,,,,,
red lien kind named on u there

and we praying for u in goa maria

99. 2007-07-12 12:51  
thank u jesus for me and yovita ,happily husband and wife
and nice sexy kid ,,,,,,belong mom face

thank u dear fren ,,,,mr,robert
and hope u in heavenly with jesus and god

amen for u
100. 2007-07-12 12:59  
jesus love u , and god love u

like loving to bashers and haters ,,,,,,,,,even racialist,and muslims

101. 2007-07-12 13:18  
Dear Robert,
We will mourn your passing but we will celebrate your life.
What a wonderful legacy you have left us all.
You will always be remembered my friend.
Rest in peace.
ian
102. 2007-07-12 13:23  
Times Changes many things, but not the memory this day brings.

And we would always hold you in loving memory.
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104. 2007-07-12 13:41  
fridae.com today has 199,924 members. I believe each one of us is a "potential Robert Yeoh", in that we're all connected by the same love, compassion, the same energy, and possess the same potential to accomplish great things in this world before we pass on to the next. As we all reflect on Robert, his wit, humor, intelligence, drive, passion, and his great accomplishments, let us also look inside our selves to see clearly, understand definitively that the same love and energy that radiated from Robert also lives in and radiates from us. Beginning today, let's really love each other, and ourselves; not only as a tribute to Robert's life and legacy, but also in tribute to the creator which gave us this gift of life, at this time, on this earth. Each morning, when we're looking in the mirror, shaving, brushing our teeth, styling our hair, getting dressed and preparing to go out into the world, let's also make the conscious decision to radiate love to every one we meetfor Robert, for ourselves, for our world.
105. 2007-07-12 13:44  
You may have left us but what you did for us will always remain in our hearts.

May you rest in peace.

Jason
106. 2007-07-12 14:28  
Your physical body may be gone. But your legacy lives on.
We'll miss you.
Thank you and may you rest in peace.
Bless you and all, amen.
107. 2007-07-12 14:36  
The measure of a man's life will be judged ultimately by how much he cared, not how much he calculated. The desire to bring together Asia's LGBT community into once place is the mark of a heart that cared a great deal. Thank you for giving me, through this website, the courage and confdience to discover my Asian identity and the opportunity to achieve chemistry with countless Asian brothers all over the world. RIP.
108. 2007-07-12 14:38  
Thank you...
Rest in peace... (F)
109. 2007-07-12 14:58  
Words can't express my gratitude for what you have done to Asia gay community as a whole. Your departure is truely a great loss to us. Please send our regards and wishes to ALMIGHTY when you see HIM.

Thanks again.
110. 2007-07-12 15:31  
Our Dearest " Uncle "
Although it is very difficult to accept your absence,
It broke our hearts deeply to let you go,
For you have only slipped away into the next room,
Perhaps out of sight but never out of our mind,
Every thought of you makes us shed tears,
As your presence will always be felt,
And cherished deep in our hearts as always.

Our Love For You Will Remains Forever.............
111. 2007-07-12 16:44  
I would like to express my condolences to the family, friends and those who knew Mr. Yeoh.
The world needs more people like him who want to contribute to humankind and bring the world together in love and peace.

May his life be a good role model to others.
112. 2007-07-12 16:51  
Dear Robert Yeoh,

R.I.P, ( 1955~2007 )

We Thank U alots & We kwn this website Kwn alots people in worlds also Thz=Thk webmaster ( Dr. Stuar Koe... )

We will remember you, deep in our heart., fm Robert Yeoh.


My Warm Deep Condolences to the family of Mr. Robert Yeoh.
( I think he is a great guy. )

REST IN PEACE
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117. 2007-07-12 17:24  
EMPOWER GAY ASIAS ...FOR OUR BETTER LIFE AND NEXT G GENERATION

Thanks for whats you have created for us to our lovely world, u found such a wonderful living on our lifestyles ,hope next G generation around the WORLD continues your dream come true with BRIGHT to our society...

Kevin S.
Bangkok Investment Banker
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120. 2007-07-12 18:04  
R.I.P, ( 1955~2007 )

My Warm Deep Condolences to the family of Mr. Robert Yeoh.
( I think he is a great guy. )

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121. 2007-07-12 19:29  
My deepest sympathy to family & friends of Mr. Robert Yeoh:

* May time heal your sorrow & bring you peace,
* May beautiful memories bring you comfort,
* You're in our hearts & in our thoughts!


122. 2007-07-12 19:43  
i'm sorry...i felt sad when there's people passed away...even i don't know who is he/she... may god be with him... i can see he is a nice person...
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124. 2007-07-12 20:23  
GOD BLESS YOU FOREVER!!
125. 2007-07-12 20:34  
May he rest in peace...
126. 2007-07-12 20:34  
just know you from the monody, a great achievement to let fridae be the soul provider in our community...
127. 2007-07-12 20:35  
May he rest in peace and live on in the hearts of the living...
128. 2007-07-12 20:55  
may he rest in peace, just know this thursday on 7pm.
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130. 2007-07-12 21:42  
I had the great privilege to work with Robert at Bintan Resort Management. He was a great boss with a sharp mind and good humour..
Without him, I would have not taken the job he offered me, would have not spent the next 14 years in Asia and would have not started in family in Singapore...
Robert gave positive impulses to other people's life... We need humans like him like the air that we breath...he did it perfectly!

131. 2007-07-12 22:22  
My Warm Deep Condolences to the family of Mr. Robert Yeoh
132. 2007-07-12 22:26  
Knew Robert thru friends when we went Bangkok together few years back .. such a cheerful & friendly guy .. Rest In Peace my friend..
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134. 2007-07-12 23:16  
Robert was my boss at Fridae. He was a fantastic boss and shown great passion, sincerity, patience and kindness towards me and every other staff. Don't let his innocent boyish looks deceive you as he had a wicked sense of humour.

We kept in touch from time to time after Fridae. And recently I saw him in hospital a week before this happened. He was recovering and ate his first piece of solid food when I was there. Guess it wasn't meant to last.

A phone he gave me I still kept today, even though it's now broken. No doubt, he has left behind many friends and family, he will never be forgotten in our hearts.

Goodbye Robert and rest in peace!
135. 2007-07-13 00:32  
I don't know Robert personally.
I thank God for him and I know he is with the loving Lord eternally.

May peace and strength be upon his love ones.
136. 2007-07-13 00:36  
He joined the Malaysian AIDS Foundation, that was when we had the pleasure of knowing him.

Charity work, fund-raising, helping and empowering others was his theme. A quite person, charming in his own ways who always shy away from lamplight; the Mona Lisa smile; the very unassuming chap.... that was the Robert we knew.

You showed us the path, the lights and you went away.

Robert, you will always be in our hearts and minds and the lights shall always be there, the legacy you left behind, the deep thoughts you instilled in our minds.

A dear friend of PT Foundation.
Our deepest condolence to his family....goodbye.
May you rest in peace from all of us.......amen.

Hisham Hussein
Chair, PT Foundation, Malaysia
137. 2007-07-13 01:09  
Another local hero lost to AIDS. Why is it still so shameful to talk about this openly?
138. 2007-07-13 02:07  
It should be clarified whether or not his death from pneumonia was due to complications from AIDS. It is no shame to have HIV/AIDS, and we -- of all people -- should not behave as if it is. Would he not have stood proud even in death?
139. 2007-07-13 02:26  
Thanks for all the good offers and wills.
Rest in peace and joys.
:)
140. 2007-07-13 04:35  
Like many, I didnt know Robert Yeoh but very much appreciate Fridae. I thank him and his team for that, and I'm sure it will live on in his spirti.

I can't add better words than the ones expressed by his freinds, colleagues and other in the comments below.

Judge a man by his deeds and the true opnions of others. I nvite others to read the memorials posted on Fridae. In those you can see the life of a respected, loved and loving man.

Better than that ....



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142. 2007-07-13 11:47  
May his memories last, may his inspirations be passed.

The values we live by are worth more when we pass them on. RIP
143. 2007-07-13 13:56  
We were quite shocked & saddened about Rob's passing. Although he was not a close friend, we could tell that he was a very nice person when ever we talked to him. Our deepest condolences to his family & friends.
~Rob, may you rest in eternal peace~

A&J
144. 2007-07-13 14:51  
Dear Robert,

May you rest in peace! In the brief encounters that i have known you, you definitely showed wit and your smile brightens up the room.

My condolences to his family and close friends
145. 2007-07-13 19:53  
You will be missed. Even though i didn't get to know you well, you were such a personality with your funny banter and pink shirts, it was a joy having you around the office.
146. 2007-07-13 22:44  
Goodbye to a hero in our Singapore Gay Society.
147. 2007-07-14 02:46  
I was very shocked to learn about you. You are in a better place now.

I will always miss you, Robert.

My condolences to your family.
148. 2007-07-14 08:16  
R.I.P, ( 1955~2007 )

My Warm Deep Condolences to Mr. Robert Yeoh

REST IN PEACE

Fm: SINGAPOORE.
Mr.IAN

My id all n 1.?
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149. 2007-07-14 08:18  
R.I.P, ( 1955~2007 )

We will remember you, deep in our heart., fm Robert Yeoh.

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150. 2007-07-14 09:53  
Even though I dont know who are you but lookimg at the comments written by the people below, you are a great person. A lot of people will like to remember you of what you have done and contributed to the gay society.

Rest in peace, Mr Yeoh.
151. 2007-07-14 11:07  
This is the first time I heard about Mr. Robert Yeoh. I don't only think he's a great guy... I felt he really was. He made the gay community lives like a rainbow on earth. Heaven is open for him to enter. You're worth the tears ).= and you will be long remembered and be missed. My sincerest condolences to his family and closest friends. Cheers to your good soul. Watch over us Angel Rob. Thank you for your legacy.

Grandsize.
152. 2007-07-14 11:51  
To my luminous friend Robert,

We keep meeting like 2 passing ships in this shimmering existence...let see now...Hong Kong (where we were first introduced by Gary Artz) then Singapore, London, Thailand...everywhere!

Thank you for the valuable moments we managed to share.

Rest In Peace Now, Refresh and May We Continue
Our Adventures...Safe The World, Discover Our Own Fountain Of Youth, Lots of Silly Things...

And for all who have embraced this beautiful creature of light...rejoice!

And World Peace (of cos),
Michael Chung
153. 2007-07-14 13:15  
Our friendship will remain in my heart Robert..

Your advice to me about life is always kept in my heart till today..

My condolences to your family.......

RIP.

154. 2007-07-14 18:27  
May I first express my Deepest Condolences to his Family and Friends, and even though I did not have the priveledge to know him personally, his work and his contribution to our 'gay community' has touched each and every single one of us...immeasurebly.

I thank him from my heart for the courage and conviction he had for setting up Fridae, allowing us now to have so much fun and friendship on this site.

May he Rest In Peace...Thank You ,Robert

Stuart Ong ( Hong Kong)
155. 2007-07-14 20:17  
Was anyone else at Robert's wake last night and funeral today?

Whilst the personal eulogies delivered by friends and family came from the heart and were both inspiring and truly celebrated Robert's many achievements and how he has touched so many lives, the sermons delivered by pastors from Church of Our Saviour were something else altogether.

Not only did they hardly mention Robert in their sermons, they opportunistically took the chance to proselytise, evangalise, and most offensively, put down other religions, christian denominations, and the gay community.

This truly is an outrage and an insult not only to everyone in the room, but also a grave insult to the man who's life we were supposed to be there to celebrate and remember.

COOS, and particularly Derek Hong, if you are reading this, you should be ashamed of yourselves for perverting what was otherwise a truly beautiful celebration of a special man's life and his contributions. You destroyed the entire ceremony through your selfish and insensitive evangelism. Take your rhetoric somewhere else - keep it within your church. Certainly don't insult all of Robert's friends and the community he was such an integral part of.

Shame on the church!
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157. 2007-07-14 21:18  
hi playboy,

You mean robert is from COOS? Is he involved in any 'special' ministry in COOS?

Forgive and pray. Do not criticize any spiritual leader. God and Robert is watching from heaven, and God sees our hearts, so fear God. Will Robert be 'resting in peace' in heaven if he sees such unforgiveness from PLUs?

We can set good examples for other so call 'religious' groups to see. Let PLUs be the most forgiving and loving people in the world!

Pastor, I forgive you.
158. 2007-07-15 01:24  
I have just reached home in Kuala Lumpur by car with 3 friends from a day trip to Singapore to attend the services for Robert at Garden of Rememberances and Mandai Crematorium.

It was a very beautiful service for a beautiful man who had done so much to help others in Singapore, Malaysia and other parts of the region.

What a pity..... the beautiful service was scarred by inappropriate and insensitive remarks made by the Senior Pastor in public. The compelling issue for us was the devulging of basic private and confidential information by a Senior Pastor about his parishioner at his funeral service. How inappropriate!

Whilst the living can still forgive, can the dead? Pray hard and beg for forgiveness Mr Senior Pastor for you are only human and can be subjected to more sins!

God bless Robert for the good deeds he had done for mankind for they would be his testimony. May you rest in peace......

Hisham Hussein
Kuala Lumpur
159. 2007-07-15 02:19  
My condolences to your family.

Although we had only been out for several meals with mutual friends, you never fail to impress me with your wit, humor and honesty. I will always remember you. Rest in peace.

Andrew Ong
160. 2007-07-15 11:21  
Fribart and noooby you are uninformed and unsulting the memory of Robert. He died of pneumonia and heart failure - the latter a genetic disorder that runs in the male line of his family. I should know as I lodged the report of his death with the authorities. A little knowledge is a dangerous thing and you have both demonstated that amply.
161. 2007-07-15 12:47  
Dear Robert, even though we've never crossed paths, I admire you for your courage and conviction in being an advocate for the gay community in Singapore despite the uphill climb working in a pretty conservative society that's not particularly gay friendly. You will always be loved and remembered by the many lives you have touched. Rest in peace.

Ernest Koh
Monterey, California
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165. 2007-07-15 16:43  
was looking forward to meeting the partner you were beginning to dream about when we last had lunch not too long ago.

For Robert Yeoh (1955-2007)

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty...He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. (Psalm 91).

Who, if I cried out, would hear me among the angels' hierarchies?
and even if one of them pressed me suddenly against his heart:
I would be consumed in that overwhelming existence.
For beauty is nothing but the beginning of terror, which we are still just able to endure,
and we are so awed because it serenely disdains to annihilate us.

Every angel is terrifying.
And so I hold myself back and swallow the call-note of my dark sobbing.
Ah, whom can we ever turn to in our need?
Not angels, not humans, and already the knowing animals are aware
that we are not really at home in our interpreted world.
Perhaps there remains for us some tree on a hillside,
which we can take into our vision every day; **

I'll see you again someday at the foot of that rugged tree, my friend - and you know which tree I am talking about! Till then, farewell and safe passage.

Clarence

**(Raina Maria Rilke, Duino Elegies - Elegy No.1 as translated by Stephen Mitchell)
166. 2007-07-15 18:05  
Rob

I miss you.

Nick
167. 2007-07-16 04:12  
When I first heard Robert was ill, I sent him a card urging him to get well soon, as the world would be far less bright without him in it.

Following his passing, I see from the comments here and elsewhere that the light hasn't at all gone out. That is Robert's lasting legacy; the rest of us should only be so lucky to leave one like it. I feel privileged to have shared in it, if only briefly. I'll miss him.
168. 2007-07-16 07:46  
From reading all these tributes about Robert Yeoh, I get the sense the he was a very special person. So much pain and regret is being poured out here on this message board, and this is a testament to that fact. Although I didnt know him, i get a sense that he will be missed by many people, and a member of our "community" that really, we cant afford to lose.
Why not have a celebration of his life, a gathering, or function, where all those in the gay community could get together, and celebrate what he meant to people. People could share stories of how Robert touched their lives, with selected speakers delivering a tribute to him from a "gay communtiy" perspective. A memorial fund could be created in his name, proceeds of which could be donated to a cause that was close to his heart.
It would be a way of dealing with the loss of Robert Yeoh for so many people, and maybe inspire some to follow in his footsteps. I think this special man would look down with pride.
Come-on singapore community, come on fridae... It would be wonderful.

Mark ( Australia )
169. 2007-07-16 14:15  
I never knew this man, but I am grateful to him for starting this service. I have come to know and become friends with several gay Asian men through this site. I'm sure he will be greatly missed by those who had the privilege and honor to know him!!
170. 2007-07-17 01:23  
Robert Yeoh was such an elegant man and have a true sense of humour in his personality. He was also a keen listener and would offer great advice when needed.

My only regret was not being able to meet up more often in Sg, though we have our yearly rituals of lunch/dinners and plays to attend.

May you RIP Robert and will miss you dearly.
171. 2007-07-17 11:29  
Robert Yeoh is indeed a palpable sense of loss for Singapore. My condolences to his family.
172. 2007-07-17 12:10  
LAST Wish ..

Mr.Robert Yeoh on Departed on 12th JULY 2007

Been he life so harder & till until now here ...Born ( 1955-2007-JULY 10th .)


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174. 2007-07-21 09:03  
Having read so many messages about a man I didn't know, I have to write something. From what's written above, this was a man of great personal achievement, whilst also contributing significantly to the gay community in Singapore, Asia and in part the rest of the world.

I'm sure he'll be very much missed by both his family and friends, but we all have to remember that we can all contribute to continuing his achievements. We may only be able to make small steps, but each step brings us closer to an equal world.

We have to remember Robert - but we all have the responsibility to ensure that the future for the gay community throughout the world is continually improved through each and ever one of us.

Thank you Robert, and good luck to us all. Let's make the future bigger and better.
175. 2007-07-23 13:14  
Dear Robert,

May you rest in peace. You left behind our class who were so inspired by your brilliance. We admired you so much.

I wanted to be just as great as you and was about to email you about my fantastic school results. I'm sure you already know. Thanks for spending the time with us and with just me for that little interview.

It meant a lot to me and your memory will last a long time in our minds and hearts. Thank you.

BAAM02 - 2007
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177. 2007-07-25 12:17  
When I read this tribute, the first thing that struck me was how odd it was for a young man of 52 to die of pneumonia.

In the early years of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the West, many gay men died of "pneumonia" and "cancer" and "lymphoma." In fact, they died of AIDS. But the stigma and discrimination associated with HIV/AIDS was so great, few had the courage to openly and honestly acknowledge the illness.

I don't know from what Robert died, and I didn't know Robert. But if as I suspect he died of AIDS, and Fridae.com doesn't openly and honestly confront that fact, then they are complicit in the continuing stigma and discrimination which surrounds this disease. And there is much shame in that.
178. 2007-07-30 06:04  
Although I never knew him, it certainly seems he was a good friend to many and contributed to gay advancement. As a couple of people wrote, there should be no shame of what causes death, and when anyone dies of AIDS, that should be acknowledged to help reduce any stigma. I have no idea if AIDS played a part in his death, but if it did, it certainly should be acknowledged. But whatever the cause of his death, it seems his life deserves celebration.
179. 2007-08-09 18:38  
Rest in peace Robert

180. 2007-08-11 06:32  
robert_yeoh_memorial@yahoo.com ... the email address doesnt work? no response as of 10th Aug ... RIP Robert
181. 2007-08-12 07:06  
If only the imperishable Spirit would not occupy the perishable flesh.

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