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Pieter Stephanus Bothma (29 August 1957 - 21 July 2016)

Pieter Stephanus Bothma was born in Bothaville, Free State, on 29 August 1957. He matriculated from the Hoér Volkskool Potchefstroom in 1975 and obtained his MB ChB degree from the University of the Free State in 1983.

After completing his compulsory military service, and after a short stint in general practice in Virginia, Free State, Pieter commenced practice in East London in the Eastern Cape in 1988, where he remained until his death in 2016.

Pieter had a deep passion for the arts. He served on the board of the Arts Theatre Club in East London between 2006 and 2016 and as its chairman in 2010 and 2011, making a single appearance on stage in the 1990 production of Bobaas van die Boendoe (in which he played 'Jimmy', a barfly).

A kind-hearted man, Pieter devoted his energy to the wellbeing of his patients, family and friends. His gentle manner and sharp sense of humour left an indelible mark on all who met him. Those who knew him will remember him as one of nature's true gentlemen. He was compassionate, kind and well loved, and will be sorely missed.

Pieter is survived by his wife Amanda, son Pieter-Schalk, daughter-in-law llené and granddaughter Mia, whom he adored.

Pieter-Schalk Bothma

East London, South Africa abothma@webmail.co.za