"Your Memory Will Forever Remain": SA School Mourns Teacher Mrs Gevone Johannes After Cancer Battle
- Alpha Primary School announced the passing of Mrs Gevone Johannes, a dedicated educator who served the school for 14 years
- Mrs Johannes had been battling cancer after stepping away from teaching at the start of 2026 to care for her ill newborn baby
- Colleagues, fellow schools and community members poured out their grief and condolences online
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Alpha Primary School is mourning the loss of Mrs Gevone Johannes, a teacher who gave 14 years of her life to the school community. The Port Elizabeth school shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook on 2 November 2026, announcing that Mrs Johannes had passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.
Mrs Johannes, born Gevone Seafield, joined Alpha Primary School in 2012 and remained a dedicated member of staff until 2025. Over those years, she became far more than a colleague to those around her. The school described her as a cherished part of the Alpha family whose contributions and memories would never be forgotten.
A difficult final chapter
At the start of 2026, Mrs Johannes stepped back from teaching to focus on caring for her newborn baby, who was seriously ill. Not long after, she herself received a cancer diagnosis, and the months that followed were marked by immense personal hardship. The school community rallied around her throughout her illness, offering prayer and support as she fought to recover.
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Her passing has left a void that the school says cannot easily be put into words. In their announcement, Alpha Primary School extended condolences to her family, friends, fellow educators and the many learners whose lives she touched.
View the Facebook post below:
A community united in grief
The tribute drew an outpouring of grief on the page from people across the education community and beyond.
Dion Snyman wrote:
"You were brave until the end. Seeing you suffering from the pain was heartbreaking but through all of that you still managed to give me a smile. May your soul rest in eternal peace."
Nicole Kohen said:
"My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family š¤ May God comfort you all in this time of bereavement šš» Rest in peace Mrs. Seafield š¤š"
Michelle Goezaar May shared:
"š¢ jinne so sad. So beautiful and healthy š„¹ Sincerest condolences to the family of Mam and Alpha Primary school. All our young people go so soon š„¹š„¹š„¹"
Eleanor Swartz added:
"My heartfelt condolences to her family and friends at Alpha Primary. MHDSRIP š ā„"
Alpha Primary School closed its tribute with words that captured the sentiment of all who knew her:
"Your time at Alpha may have come to an end, but your memory will forever remain part of our school's story."
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