Raffles Institution drink stall owner 'Uncle Heng' passes away at 85
Rest in peace, Uncle Heng.
Uncle Heng, fondly referred to as Heng Ah Kim by Raffles Institution students, has passed away at the age of 85. The news was shared on the RI's official Facebook page on September 23. The post highlighted Uncle Heng's decades-long tenure running the drinks and snacks stall, known affectionately as Heng's Cafe, as he moved with the school from its former location to its current integrated campus.
RI described him as a familiar, caring presence who greeted customers with a ready smile. Heng's wife, Auntie Heng, was by his side throughout the years. Together, they transformed the stall into a cherished institution for students, a familiar stop between lessons and before co-curricular activities. The school expressed gratitude for Uncle Heng's service to the Raffles community and the warmth he and his wife brought to the canteen. They invited the community to share memories and comfort Auntie Heng during this difficult time.
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