Jean Francois was my 1st cousin and my dear friend when we were young boys. We were crazy about our bicycles and spent many happy days cycling around the sugarcane fields of Natal. We would find any excuse to spend the night at each others homes and it was a sad day when we had to say goodbye to each other when the family relocated to Belgium. Olly, I thank you for bringing me nearer to your family through the geneology. I hope to meet you all one day and am deeply upset that I will not have that opportunity with your Dad. My love and condolences go to all of Jean Francois's family.

Phillip de Sylva- 24-06-11