Esau Mootoo (1916-2012) Rose Hall Town
It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of Esau Madramootoo aka Teacher Mootoo. Uncle Esau passed away February 1st. at his home in Rose Hall Town, Corentyne. He was headmaster at Auchline school. He also taught at several mission schools in Guyana. He was the father of CHS alumni Norma, Mustaq and Shahaireen, father-in-law of CHS graduate Dr Ashton Veramallay.
After retirement he remained active in church active; voluntarily taught music and guitar lessons to the children in his neighborhood. Teacher Mootoo's home in Rose Hall housed many former 'top side' students who attended CHS and Rose Hall High school.
Compton Veeramallay
February 1st, 2012 at 10:01 pm
My condolences to Norma, Shereen, Mustaq and Nall on the passing of their beloved father. Esau was the brother of the photographer (Mootoo Photography). Both of their wives, Raj and Rohini are first cousins to my mom. I will have to break this sad news as gently as possible to my mom who is now 90 years old.
We are once again indebted to this site for such timely news.
Mohabir Ramjeesingh
February 1st, 2012 at 10:32 pm
I just got off from the phone with the mootoo`s family they waiting on family arriving from oversea, funeral will be announce later.
February 1st, 2012 at 10:37 pm
My deepest condolences to the Mootoo family. Uncle Esau was an icon in Rose Hall Town just the other day he was telling me old stories and singing to me, He is going to be miss we love you uncle Esau
February 1st, 2012 at 11:38 pm
My sincere condolences to Norma,Shereen,Mustaq, and Nall at the passing of their stalwart father and educator.
He truly lived a long life and may his soul rest in Peace in heaven.
February 2nd, 2012 at 2:51 am
Mr. Esau Mootoo had lived a long, rich and satisfying life. He was a teacher, cricketer, musician, preacher, gentleman, friend, neighbour , respectable icon in Rose Hall Town. Those who knew him would add affable, humble, courteous to fine human being. I last met him in 2002 in front of Dr. Deonarine's house in Rose Hall Town . He had lost some weight and looked a bit frail. He apologized for not attending my brother's funeral in Georgetown. The travelling was a bit too much to do in one day. He chided me for not visiting him at his home.
Prior to that I met him at his grand-daughter's wedding in Richmond, Indiana. At age 82, he played the guitar and sang to the amazement of all the guests. That was quite a treat. Mr. Mootoo was a member of our extended family. His daughter, Norma and I were classmates. Norma is married to my cousin, Dr. Ashton Veeramallay.
To Norma, Shereen, Mustaq and Nall, all the grandchildren , especially, Stasia, on behalf of the Lachana's, I send our deepest condolences. May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace. He is finally with Aunty Raj, the light of his life whom he adored.
Arnold
February 2nd, 2012 at 8:50 am
Uncle Esau was a family friend of many people in Rose Hall and neighboring villages. He would sit for hours chatting with family members as he moved on his famous bicycle from place to place. It was awesome to see him towing Aunty Raj on his bicycle with his guitar infront. He was a man held with the highest esteem wherever he goes. He has lived a good life,,,,,,long life and I am sure he has fulfilled his mission here on earth.
Deepest sympathy to the family on their great loss. May his soul rest in peace.
February 3rd, 2012 at 1:27 pm
To the family of Uncle Esau,
On behalf of the Jagnandans I wish to extend our deepest sympathy.If i am not mistaken,Dad presided in the matrimony of Norma and Ashton.
neville
February 3rd, 2012 at 6:18 pm
Norma & Ashton are flying out tonight for the funeral which will be on Tuesday.
Truly it's an end of era. Rose Hall Town awarded him 'Man of the Year'. Former students of his are now successful in various parts of the world. He was the 'Chandisingh' for elementary students.
February 3rd, 2012 at 10:25 pm
My condolences go out to the Mootoo family. Mr Mootoo taught at Achlyne Scots School when I attended there. He was a very friendly person. He was also a very good cricketer who represented Berbice as a left arm leg spinner at the same time with the Port Mourant legends. It is my understnding that Assad Fudadin, one of Guyana's best current cricketers is his grand son. Assad Fudadin already played for West indies A Team and is knocking on the doors of the West Indies regular team. He is another JCCHS graduate that make us all proud. Definitely on the Hall of Fame list. My condolences go out to Assad and his parents as well.
February 4th, 2012 at 4:07 am
My condolences to Mr. Mootoo's family. I taught with Mr. Mootoo at Friends Scots School, EB Berbice in 1970. He was instrumental
in helping me get the job there. He was a gentleman and a scholar. We travelled together to and from school and he also
arraged a special car for us from N/A to Friends and back daily. He was a good and religious man that loved God. His humility,
simplicity, and charisma are worth emulating. Peace be unto him.
February 4th, 2012 at 9:59 am
Condolences to the Mootoo family. Uncle Esau was best man at my parents wedding. He and my dad were teachers at Auchlyne Scots school.
February 4th, 2012 at 10:10 am
Can't recall Mr. Esau Mootoo but I do know Norma and Ashton very well indeed. My condolences.
It is gratifying to read these expressions of gratitude from our alumni. Our hearts are in the right place.
Left arm bowler eh? I always had difficulty with them especially when they pitched between bat and pad. Oh, how I miss the glory days! The vicarious enjoyment of our present greats , though very enjoyable, does not come close to the real thing.
God bless Esau's family in their bereavement. Their comfort lies in the realization of a life extremely well-lived attested to by witnesses of distinction! The CHS-JCCS family is alive and well.
February 6th, 2012 at 8:39 am
Stan and I extend condolences to the Mootoo family. Norma and I were classmates at CHS and, we both taught, along with our spouses at Belvedere high school.
May your loved one rest in peace.
February 6th, 2012 at 11:02 am
Norma and Ashton, may the delectable memories of our blessed youth and the condolences of your devoted friends sustain you at this time. I know that in remembrance of things past, you will keep on living and loving and , in the words of Loretta's favourite lyric " giving the heavens above more than just a passing glance" as you continue to dance to life's great poetry and music.
February 6th, 2012 at 1:20 pm
I was there only in November and saw him at his nephew's home. He was very pleasant to me and he was riding his bicycle and looking healthy. I do not know what happen but I am very saddened to hear this. My condolences to all his extended family and his children and grandchildren.
February 6th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Riding a bicycle in November. …at age 95 .That is something to behold. Kudos to him.
February 9th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
It is very true that he rode the bicycle upto that age and he was 89 not 95. By the way this was in Guyana. Mr. Mootoo never lived in USA but he did visit many times. His wife died years ago in USA when they were visiting. I very sad about his passing seeing that he was looking so healthy and he and his nephew were even arguing about the Guyana election.