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Funeral arrangements – Joe Abeywickrama

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The funeral of renowned Sri Lankan Actor Joe Abeywickrama, who passed away on Wednesday September 21, at the age of 84, will be held at 4pm on Friday September 23, at the General Cemetery in Borella.

His remains will be brought to the Jayaratne Funeral Parlour at 2pm today for the public to pay their last respects.

The body will be laid at the National Art Gallery on Friday from 9am, for artistes and other VIPs to pay their last respects.


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  • munidasa Thursday, 22 September 2011 08:44 AM

    He is the one of the greatest actors of all decades. As a human nature he was real human who sacrificed for welfare of our presently downed cinema. He introduced many stars to our screen. He should be remembered for many many years.

    Palitha Konara Friday, 23 September 2011 05:54 AM

    May you attain Nibbana.

    Dave Friday, 23 September 2011 02:41 AM

    Our thanks and prayers go out to this legend.
    His contribution to Sri Lanka's film world will always be remembered.
    Rest in Peace.

    JAGAPRIYAN Thursday, 22 September 2011 12:47 PM

    Infact he has won the international Award for his role in Purahanda Kaluwara. His death is not only a loss for Sinhala Film Industry..

    C.K. Fernando Thursday, 22 September 2011 12:04 PM

    With the demise of Mr.Joe Abeywicrama, versatile actor in a
    class by himself, there will be a huge void in sinhala cinema
    that could not be refilled for a very long period.

    Marie Thursday, 22 September 2011 11:08 AM

    Thanks for the memories. RIP

    Sumith Thursday, 22 September 2011 10:42 AM

    Never erase his name from Srilankan's Heart

    madawan amarasiri Thursday, 22 September 2011 10:05 AM

    He was agreat srilankan son and actor. may he attain nibbana....

    the undertaker Thursday, 22 September 2011 08:44 AM

    A GOOD ACTOR IN THE SINHALA FILM SCENE- MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE

    Kumara Thursday, 22 September 2011 07:25 AM

    What a shocking news? you are my favorite actor. May you attain Nibbana!!!!!!!!!!!

    Nihal Thursday, 22 September 2011 08:33 AM

    An Icon of the Sinhala Film industry. The characters he portrayed always caused us to think. We will miss his professionalism.

    K.Sivapalan Thursday, 22 September 2011 08:09 AM

    A great actor who could hold his own with the best actors of the world, be it Anthony Quin or Rex Harrison. I remember going to his annex in Nugegoda in the late sixties with my good friend late (Judge) Upali Lenawa to take him to Trinco for a show and spending some time with him at Nager Kovil in the North during the sh0oting of the film, 'Vali Kathara by Mr.Nihalsinghe..Although he started off as a comedian he showed his mettle as a great character actor. Good Bye Mr.Joe Abeywickrama.

    Priyantha Thursday, 22 September 2011 08:07 AM

    Great Artist... Best ever.. ..

    sumedha Thursday, 22 September 2011 08:11 AM

    Joe Ayya was the best actor whom i have seen in film industry in Sri Lanka.Those days people gathered around TVs and film theaters to see his diverse and best performances of acting.He immensely contributed to art,culture, films and theater work of Sri Lankan art history.No doubt this type of actor can be considered as the national asset of any country.
    He was a silent and peaceful person.
    May he attain Nibbana!!!!!

    sxhabeeb Thursday, 22 September 2011 07:53 AM

    WE MISSES ANOTHER LEGEND. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

    V.I.S.Jayapalan Thursday, 22 September 2011 07:57 AM

    Joe is a grate actor. No one else can replace him in Baddegama. I obtain Indian National award for acting this year. He is one of my favorite actors. He lives in our memory.

    palithaeka Thursday, 22 September 2011 07:56 AM

    Great actor and true Sri Lankan actor. NIvan Sapa Athwewa


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