2015 Unsung Heroes
Thank You, Poh Chye!
Jonathan Choy
“Ask Poh Chye!" was a phrase commonly heard around church. Whenever there was equipment that required fixing, issues with the electricity or plumbing, or a major event that required set up or tear down, the robust senior was the man of the moment.
For 16 years, Poh Chye carried out his responsibilities dutifully as Facilities Executive, serving the church to the best of his capacity. Many would remember him as the face of the Gift Shop that opened every Sunday.

He was responsible for engraving the Thanksgiving Stones in light of our fundraising efforts in 1998. His passion to groom future leaders is evident as he serves the 75th Boys' Brigade Coy, through his position as Captain. Being the firm and caring leader he is, he led many BB and GB youths to the Lord. Even though he officially retired from his position in the church office in February, Poh Chye continues to serve as the Captain of the 75th Coy.
It is clear that the church remains a big part of life, and for that we want to say, "Thank you, Chye. We are blessed because of your selfless giving.”
“I'm thankful that I came to PLMC as a BB boy. This is where I accepted the Lord and was baptized.” - Poh Chye
"I have known this brother since he began serving the church as a Volunteer, before he became my colleague in 1998. On the surface, Poh Chye may look stern and unfriendly, but he is the opposite in reality.
He has a good sense of humour and a big heart. He always has a story to tell of his past adventures and experiences. He has a 'never say die' attitude, and he would tell you to pick yourself up, carry on with life and continue in spite of failures. He is really a man of all trades and a fantastic handyman who would go all out to help you.
He fixes and mends almost everything, including broken shoes or loose heels. We could go to him to source for things that are difficult to find and he would somehow manage to find them for us. Not only that, he is also a very generous colleague. Whenever we are at lunch, he is usually the first person to whip out his wallet to pay for drinks that we ordered.
I am really going to miss Poh Chye as he is a rare find, a 'gem', a team player and a good colleague."





