It is with great sadness that I write this appreciation of a unique person who was always there to help and advise us –a dear friend who would listen patiently to all our problems.
I do not remember a day that he took leave from his medical duties. He was always there for his patients.
Hundreds of poor people came to him for help.
He charged only a very nominal fee for the medicines sold at his dispensary, and if he wrote a prescription for medicines not available at his dispensary, he would not charge for the consultation. Often patients were treated free. Dr. Sathasivam was a devout Hindu. On the cabinet in front of his desk was a statue of Lord Ganesha adorned with white jasmine flowers.
He was appreciative of all religions. His earnest wish was that unity would prevail among all the ethnic groups of our country.
My deepest sympathies go to his family.
Even in death may his aspirations be fulfilled.
Mrs. Indran de Silva |
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