Savathie Reddy, known to many as Pastor Gono, was a lifelong resident of Laudium, Pretoria, who graced heaven with his presence on July 23, 2021 at the age of 63. He married his wife Rogani Reddy on September 2, 1978 and fathered 4 children.
Gono was born in Germiston on November 1, 1957 to the late Mrs and Mr Ramsamy Reddy. He attended Andrew Anthony Primary School and matriculated at Laudium Secondary School.
His illustrious career commenced at a very young age at the erstwhile City Council of Pretoria, where he served for 33 years before retiring to pursue other ventures. While based in Laudium, he assisted many community members above and beyond what was required and to this day, is known for his kind nature and professionalism.
Being in a management position at the Council, Gono led many housing projects, including the management of the Schubart and Kruger Park flats. Known for his strong nature, he fought for many employees in his role as a shop steward.
Gono was always in the forefront in community services and was also for a term, the secretary of the ANC Laudium branch in this region, where he used his influence to support the community further.
Gono was one of the founders and lead Pastor of the Pentecostal Protestant Church in Laudium and an active member of the Ministers Fraternal. He served the community at large and was actively involved in many church leadership forums and community charity organizations. He was also the founder of the Primrose Restoration Centre, which assisted to help rehabilitate many youth, who were addicted to drugs and other substances, from Laudium as well as other parts of the country.
Gono leaves behind his wife Rogani, his children; Pamela, Rodger, Shaniel and Sherona, his grandchildren; Janae, Jadon, Tamika and Monique, son-in-law Nigel and daughter-in-law Keshnee.
Earth has lost yet another precious being and heaven has certainly gained an angel.
Pastor Gono Reddy may your soul rest in eternal peace as you grace heaven with your presence.
– by daughter Pamela Naidoo
“Sympathies to the family of Pastor Gono Reddy of the Agape Church Ministries. Pastor Gono served the community through his religious principles and service to humanity. A kind hearted, humble individual who cared for the less fortunate. He associated himself and his Ministry with organizations beyond the Christian faith.
Deepest sympathies to the extended Reddy family, his congregation, friends and the community. May his Soul Rest in Peace.”
“It is a sad day for the community, as we have faced so many hardships in recent times and now to lose a spiritual leader, is a big blow to the heart of our community. Pastor Gono Reddy, who strove to uplift the community through his ministry work with the youth and less fortunate.
Pastor Gono will be missed and we who are left behind should honor his memory by trying to carry on some of his great work. Rest in Peace our brother in Jesus Christ. Sincere condolences to the family and friends.”
“It was with great sadness and heartache that we received the news of the passing away of our beloved Pastor, Gono Reddy. He played many roles in supporting the community of Laudium. He was deeply involved in the ministry of the Lord and the Church of Christ. He always showed care and compassion for all the people of Laudium. As a colleague, we had respect and admiration for his work and ministry. He gave of himself and his time to the church community. Our prayers are with the family and the congregation. He will always be remembered by his colleagues and our community. We will miss our dear brother in many areas and aspects of the ministry in Laudium. Rest in Peace dear Pastor Gono Reddy. Your brother in the Lord, Dr Victor Pillay and RCA Charisma.”
“Our collective hearts are heavy with grief on the sudden passing of an esteemed leader. It was certainly sad, disheartening & unbelievable when we came to know of yet another dear friend, community philanthropist and outstanding personality, who had succumbed to the devastating Corona virus. Pastor Gono was an incredible, efficient & selfless individual serving the community of Laudium, always offering a hand in our initiatives, like feeding and hamper drives, to support the less fortunate.
As we bid our heartfelt farewell to an incredible soul, the impact of his passing has surely sent a shock to the hearts of those he so readily embraced.
We pray to the Almighty to accept his beautiful soul & grant the bereaved family, friends & congregation peace, comfort & fortitude, to overcome this irreplaceable void.”
“Omega Family Ministries is deeply saddened by the home calling of Pastor Gono Reddy.
Pastor Gono was a man of faith and integrity, who was ever-ready to help anyone who needed assistance. His charitable, servant’s heart made him most loved by the community of Laudium.
He served and worshipped together with Aps Anthony Marian at Omega Family Ministries and developed a strong bond with the Ministers of the Christ, in the City Forum.
Pastor Gono was loved, honoured and appreciated amongst his brethren. His wisdom, generosity and kindness will be sorely missed by all.
Aps Anthony, Pastor Estelle and the entire family of Omega Family Ministries offer their heartfelt sympathies to Sister Rogani, Pastor Gono’s children and the entire immediate family. Our love & prayers are with you always.”
“God took you in his loving arms, He saw you needed rest.
His garden must be beautiful, for He only takes the best.”
Dear Reddy Family & Agape Family Ministries
Var:iakkam, Namaste and Namaskaram,
It was with a great sense of loss and sadness that we heard of the passing of Pastor Gono Reddy. On behalf of our organization, together with its members and Guru Reggie Naidoo, we send our deepest condolences to you in this time of sorrow.
Pastor Gono Reddy’s kind soul and giving spirit touched so many and will never be forgotten. We saw in him a more wonderful and caring human being who enjoyed working closely with others in uplifting the Laudium community. He has also stood with our organization during the various stages of its development.
We know that his passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew him. If there is anything that we can do to help in any way, please do not hesitate to call on us.”
“The passing of Pastor Gono Reddy leaves us in shock and saddens our hearts, as if it is a bad dream. My association with him goes back 35 years, when I first received a warm embrace as a friend and colleague. Pastor Gono was a true humanitarian with a heart of gold. He always sacrificed his family and put others first by assisting and helping people. His heart and passion was the dream to help especially young people, who were bound by the curse of drugs. Often times, he would take them off the streets and pay the rehab costs. During the hard lockdown, Pastor Gono Reddy was on the streets delivering food hampers to the needy and the poor. He would often times empower and find jobs for the unemployed. Pastor Gono was a community man who had a passion to serve his community. He stood up for justice and defended the weak, not forgetting he was a man of the cloth. He was very passionate about his call into Ministry and served his congregation with love and faithfulness. He held his family in high esteem and gave them his unconditional love and support. We salute this great soldier, a legend and a humble servant of the Lord Jesus Christ. He served on various community bodies and at the time of his passing, he was the secretary of the Laudium/Lotus Gardens Minister’s Fraternal. Farewell my friend, our pastor and a brother – RIP”
