I remember, when you were first appointed ACGS(Pers),
I was but a representative to reflect opinions
In a dialogue for you to get the know your people
Unexpectedly, you captivated the floor
When you cut the red tape of the system, and of our minds
You empowered us, inspired us, and motivated us.
After my stint in The project,
All the more I was sure that you had all the brains and the charm.
You read our actions like the back of your hand.
You had all the answers before we asked our questions.
You were a visionary, you saw a land of milk and honey.
It is regretful, sorrowful and unfortunate that you have left us
26 Mar 2006, a dreadful day to remember,
But your legacy lives on, in each of us that you have inspired
With Guts and Passion,
With People first,
Yes Sir, We shall carry on. We shall carry on.
An officer from the Singapore Armed Forces died while participating in the Singapore Biathlon at East Coast Park on Sunday. Colonel Bernard Tan Cheow Han, 39, collapsed and died after nearly completing the 10-kilometre run. He was just 600 metres away from the finishing line. The colonel had earlier finished a 1.5-kilometre swim before the run. SAFRA which is also the organiser of the event says immediate medical attention was given to Colonel Tan at about 10am. He was sent to Changi General Hospital and was pronounced dead at about 11am. The cause of death is still being investigated by the police. More than 1,700 people took part in the biathlon which included the chiefs of army and navy. Colonel Tan was the Assistant Chief of the General Staff in charge of army personnel matters. He was married with two young daughters aged two and seven. - CNA
