Barney’s Hall perpetuates a great legacy

MELISSA ELION

Past pupils, colleagues, family and friends, attended the evening which celebrated his life, achievements, and the legacies which he passed on to all who knew him through his professionalism, dedication, commitment and positivism.

Tributes were paid to him by Jeffrey Wolf, who worked alongside him as principal of King David Victory Park High School for many years and Dr Zummy Isenberg, lifelong friend.

RIGHT: Jeffrey and Elliot Wolf

and Many past learners and colleagues sent video clips of memories and anecdotes about Barney Meyers’ wonderful qualities such as his ability to make each pupil feel important and special, his ability to remember each and every learner by name and details of his or her family, long after they had left the school, his varied interests and hobbies, his boundless energy and his belief in the maxim of “a healthy mind in a healthy body”.

Reminiscing about his life and achievements was a positive and affirming experience for all who attended the evening, as he certainly had a profound impact on his pupils and staff.

His daughters and their families who live in Hong Kong and Israel respectively, were present and spoke at the memorial. His grandchildren put together an audiovisual presentation of his life, with photographs and commentary, highlighting his achievements and interests.

A Facebook page “Memories of Barney Meyers” has been set up for past pupils and friends to post and share memories and stories.

The evening ended with the unveiling of the new hall name.