Edith Helen Katzenellenbogen
Edith Helen Katzenellenbogen
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Edith Helen Katzenellenbogen, known to many of us simply as Edie, Katzie, Juf. Katzie, Dok Katzie, or Prof Katzie. To her family, she was also a devoted sister, a steadfast friend, and to her beloved dogs, she was their whole world.
Edith was born on 21 May 1940, the middle child of Labe and Nonnie Katzenellenbogen. She grew up in Wolseley and the Strand, with her elder brother Dionne and younger sister Charlotte. Their upbringing was shaped by a unique blend of cultures and faiths: a Jewish father whose commitment to Christianity under the guidance of Ds. Greyling of the Tulbagh NG Kerk would today be described as Messianic Judaism, and a mother who was a “baie mooi, Christelike boere meisie.” This blend, while rich, was not without its challenges. Edith and Dionne often endured anti-Semitic taunts, and Dionne once came home with a bloody nose on a Friday afternoon — the start of the Jewish Sabbath. These early experiences left an indelible mark on Edith, igniting in her a lifelong commitment to building bridges between faiths and families. She excelled at this, embodying a quiet strength and graciousness that allowed her to connect with people from all walks of life.
From a young age, Edith shone brightly. She immersed herself in tap, ballet, and drama classes, later taking up hockey and athletics. She often captained her teams, a testament to her leadership and determination. Towards the end of her high school years, when she was Head Girl, she led the Hottentots Holland High School Drum Majorettes down Somerset West Main Road during a festival — a blonde bombshell of a "drompoppie," as her family fondly remembers.
Life brought its share of hardship. The loss of their father when Edith was only 19 left the family reeling. Yet, even as a young woman, Edith demonstrated her resilience and sense of responsibility. While pursuing her studies in Physical Education at Stellenbosch University (Maties), she took on student jobs to support herself. The Robertson family of the Strand welcomed her into their home and hearts during this time, offering her a second family and unwavering encouragement. Later, when their family was separated, Edith joined her mother and Charlotte in the old Rhodesia, teaching at high schools there before returning to Stellenbosch to take up a junior lectureship. Her tireless efforts helped rebuild their family, ensuring Charlotte could finish school and caring for their mother until her passing in 2003 at the age of 90.
Edith’s academic and professional journey was nothing short of remarkable. She earned a B.Sc. in 1960, a Secondary Education Diploma (SOD) in 1964, and a Ph.D. in 1976 at Stellenbosch. Her studies also took her abroad, earning an M.Sc. from the University of Illinois in 1967. Her career at Stellenbosch University spanned decades, where she progressed from lecturer to full professor in the Department of Human Movement Science. As alternate Head of Department from 1989 until her retirement in 1996, she shaped countless lives and inspired generations of students. Her scholarly contributions in human movement science, physical education, and dance ethnology are widely respected, and her publications, such as Suid-Afrikaanse Danse in Volkstrant and educational films like Opvoedkundige Dans, continue to influence the field.
Beyond academia, Edith was involved with several organizations, including the Interchange Foundation and Rainbow Youth Interaction South Africa. She also served as editor for prominent journals and received numerous accolades, such as the Fellowship Award from the South African Federation for Movement and Leisure Sciences and the Gold Award for Outstanding Service to the Youth by Die Voortrekkers.
But to define Edith by her career alone would be to miss her essence. She was a woman of profound faith, whose trust in God carried her through trials and triumphs. She had a generous heart, always seeking to bless, encourage, and go the extra mile for others, often at great personal sacrifice. Edith adored her dogs, her "fur children," and found joy in the beauty of music, dance, art, and gardens.
Even as her health declined in recent years, Edith remained fiercely independent, enduring debilitating pain with remarkable courage. She stayed deeply interested in others, keeping in touch, remembering birthdays, and offering encouragement even in her own struggles.
In Hebrew, the name Tovah encapsulates Edith’s spirit: virtue, positivity, and kindness. Her Old English name means “prosperous in strife,” and truly, Edith was “a tough but kind-hearted cookie,” as her family so aptly puts it. She lived a life of meaning and service, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and wisdom.
We give thanks today for the gift of her life and the indelible mark she leaves on each of us. May her memory be a blessing, and may we honor her by building the kind of bridges she spent her life creating.
'n Hartlike dankie van die familie
Ons dra ons innigste dank en waardering op aan Clara, Claudia en Maredon, wie se onwrikbare teenwoordigheid lig en troos aan Edith se laaste reis gebring het. Dag en nag het hulle aan haar sy gewaak met standvastige positiewe gees en haar sagkens aangemoedig om nooit op te gee nie. Met diep respek, grenselose empatie en teer sorg het hulle haar waardigheid geëer en haar dae versag. Hulle toewyding en goedhartigheid sal vir altyd in ons harte voortleef.
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January 29, 2026
I was about 10 years old when I had a pen pal from So. Africa..today, I googled her name and was thrilled to read about when I was about 10 yrs in Idaho, USA, Edith Katzenellenbogan was my pen pal. I HAVE REMEMBERED HER FOR 75 years and was so thrilled to google the name and read about what a remarkable, wonderful woman she has been
October 7, 2025
My friend Edith, Part 1
Edith and I met in our first year at Stellenbosch in the koshuis Sonop. We were both taking BSc Jockle, She Zoology and me Maths. I remember thinking how absolutely cute she was with her lovely blonde ponytail and pretty dresses she always wore. We had much in common as my Mother had passed away during my matric exam and her Father in her first year.
Edith was very conscientious, me, much lazier , yet somehow she inspired me to work a bit harder. One thing I could do better, was swim. She actually couldn’t, and can you believe it, she grew up in the Strand. Many a day we would all be waiting for her to come from the pool, ice blue from the cold and all try and get her dry and dressed in time for our next class on the campus!. So we went on to Lydia in our second year and in spite of having different interests, we gravitated back towards each other for things that mattered. We were part of a lovely group of friends in Lydia and every Sunday evening we would gather together and braai sausage (a la Mercia from Somerset West) and make toast and coffee.
In her 3rd year, Edith was on the “huiskomitee” and had a single room with a “view”. On the couples saying goodnight to each other. We would all gather on Edith’s bed and hang out of the window to see the view. I got a little Vespa scooter and we had an easier ride to Coetzenburg for our classes! Also for our sport practises – Edith hockey and me netball. In winter when it rained Edith and I would be zooming to the different koshuises to give notice as to cancelled matches. Sopping wet and singing at the top of our voices: ’Just singing in the rain’. I remember one occasion, She was sitting behind me on the scooter with our hockey sticks horizontally in front of, her. I slowed down to go through the front gate of Lydia. The hockey sticks caught onto the gate and with a whiplash, knocked Edith to the left, myself to the right and the scooter, luckily very slowly, went on without us. One of the ‘boyfriends’ standing there, managed to catch the scooter. So, no serious harm done. We used to keep the scooter in the bicycle shed, and it would stall every time we went in. So I said, “If it stalls tonight, I’m going to say the worst swearword I can think of. ‘Poephol’ was the word that came out. A friend of ours was kissing her boyfriend goodnight there, and we heard the sniggers behind us,. Every time we passed him or his friends on the campus, we’d get these knowing grins.
We studied our last subject together, asking each other all the possible questions we could think of. Dr Craven called us the terrible twins, but I think he had a soft spot for us. At the end of that year, Edith went to the then Rhodesia, and I got engaged and ready for my SOD. WE parted ways for a while.
Next meeting,2 years later, I had a baby and Edith came down to STBOSCH to teach at the Dept. We changed flats, as we needed a bigger one and she and her mom wanted to go smaller. In 1968 I had 2 children and was offered a post at the Dept in Mrs Steinwender’s place for 2 years, so once again we were together and again under Dr Craven who still called us the twins.
Alas after 2 years my husband was transferred to Pretoria and we moved there for about 22 years. I started teaching at the Normaal college and in that way, Edith and I had contact through our professions, meeting at conferences and seminars We would get together ,talk the first evening until what time and then get on with the conference. My daughter, Zahn, came to Stbosch and immediately Edith became a shoulder to lean on. She and my Aunt Matty. When Zahn decided to get married, Edith, Aunt Matty and I were there to support her, as her Dad decided not to come to the party . Once, I came to visit Zahn, then living in Stbosch. The first evening I went to visit Edith.
We sat chatting until 3 in the morning. As I stealthily crept into my room, Zahn stormed in “Do you know what the time is? I was worried sick about you” Well, got her back for some late night worrying on my part when she was younger.
In 1990 we moved down to Vredendal to live and in 1998 my shaky marriage of 36 years fell apart and I actually went to Somerset West for a Dr’s appointment and never went back. I was distraught, poor, and homeless. Needless to say, Edith stepped in and did so much for me. One of the very thoughtful things, typical Edith,. I had only a small cheap radio to listen to. She contacted all my family, brother, sister, children and herself, all contributed towards a TV AND a licence for me. Many more such gracious gestures. I managed to buy a small duplex home and Edith decided I needed a dog. I wanted a Yorkie and managed to find one in my price range. And so, Jonti entered our lives with Edith as his second mother and he knew that for sure. Because She said when I’m away Jonti should stay with her and so Helderberg Village became his second home.
One very hilarious Jonti story still took place in Stbosch. She went for a walk with the doggies. A Few houses up, lived a large Alsatian behind a railed fence, and of course Jonti, thinking himself to be safe, charged at him, barking at the railings. The big dog, stuck his nose through and grabbed little Jonti by the snout, pulling him right through the railings, As luck would have it, the owners came out and rescued Jonti, but there was blood all over and Edith was in hysterics. A friend of hers ,Helena, living opposite, tells the story further. She grabbed Edith and the dogs and rushed them to the vet, Her story goes: Edith rushes in with Jonti while she stays at the car looking after the other doggies. Suddenly she sees Jonti running out by another door with 2 white coated men after him. He hides under a car and both men are sprawling on their stomachs in the road, in their white coats trying to get Jonti out. At last, success and they rush in to finish their job. In the meantime, Edith is in the waiting room knowing nothing about this extra drama taking place! All’s well that ends well.And apart from some stitches no serious harm was done.
Edith had a ritual when Jonti stayed by her. She would give him a bath just before I was supposed to return. After the bath and ‘blowdry’, Jonti would climb onto her dining room table, looking through the window, waiting for my arrival. And no way could anyone get him moved from there.
Edith and I met in our first year at Stellenbosch in the koshuis Sonop. We were both taking BSc Jockle, She Zoology and me Maths. I remember thinking how absolutely cute she was with her lovely blonde ponytail and pretty dresses she always wore. We had much in common as my Mother had passed away during my matric exam and her Father in her first year.
Edith was very conscientious, me, much lazier , yet somehow she inspired me to work a bit harder. One thing I could do better, was swim. She actually couldn’t, and can you believe it, she grew up in the Strand. Many a day we would all be waiting for her to come from the pool, ice blue from the cold and all try and get her dry and dressed in time for our next class on the campus!. So we went on to Lydia in our second year and in spite of having different interests, we gravitated back towards each other for things that mattered. We were part of a lovely group of friends in Lydia and every Sunday evening we would gather together and braai sausage (a la Mercia from Somerset West) and make toast and coffee.
In her 3rd year, Edith was on the “huiskomitee” and had a single room with a “view”. On the couples saying goodnight to each other. We would all gather on Edith’s bed and hang out of the window to see the view. I got a little Vespa scooter and we had an easier ride to Coetzenburg for our classes! Also for our sport practises – Edith hockey and me netball. In winter when it rained Edith and I would be zooming to the different koshuises to give notice as to cancelled matches. Sopping wet and singing at the top of our voices: ’Just singing in the rain’. I remember one occasion, She was sitting behind me on the scooter with our hockey sticks horizontally in front of, her. I slowed down to go through the front gate of Lydia. The hockey sticks caught onto the gate and with a whiplash, knocked Edith to the left, myself to the right and the scooter, luckily very slowly, went on without us. One of the ‘boyfriends’ standing there, managed to catch the scooter. So, no serious harm done. We used to keep the scooter in the bicycle shed, and it would stall every time we went in. So I said, “If it stalls tonight, I’m going to say the worst swearword I can think of. ‘Poephol’ was the word that came out. A friend of ours was kissing her boyfriend goodnight there, and we heard the sniggers behind us,. Every time we passed him or his friends on the campus, we’d get these knowing grins.
We studied our last subject together, asking each other all the possible questions we could think of. Dr Craven called us the terrible twins, but I think he had a soft spot for us. At the end of that year, Edith went to the then Rhodesia, and I got engaged and ready for my SOD. WE parted ways for a while.
Next meeting,2 years later, I had a baby and Edith came down to STBOSCH to teach at the Dept. We changed flats, as we needed a bigger one and she and her mom wanted to go smaller. In 1968 I had 2 children and was offered a post at the Dept in Mrs Steinwender’s place for 2 years, so once again we were together and again under Dr Craven who still called us the twins.
Alas after 2 years my husband was transferred to Pretoria and we moved there for about 22 years. I started teaching at the Normaal college and in that way, Edith and I had contact through our professions, meeting at conferences and seminars We would get together ,talk the first evening until what time and then get on with the conference. My daughter, Zahn, came to Stbosch and immediately Edith became a shoulder to lean on. She and my Aunt Matty. When Zahn decided to get married, Edith, Aunt Matty and I were there to support her, as her Dad decided not to come to the party . Once, I came to visit Zahn, then living in Stbosch. The first evening I went to visit Edith.
We sat chatting until 3 in the morning. As I stealthily crept into my room, Zahn stormed in “Do you know what the time is? I was worried sick about you” Well, got her back for some late night worrying on my part when she was younger.
In 1990 we moved down to Vredendal to live and in 1998 my shaky marriage of 36 years fell apart and I actually went to Somerset West for a Dr’s appointment and never went back. I was distraught, poor, and homeless. Needless to say, Edith stepped in and did so much for me. One of the very thoughtful things, typical Edith,. I had only a small cheap radio to listen to. She contacted all my family, brother, sister, children and herself, all contributed towards a TV AND a licence for me. Many more such gracious gestures. I managed to buy a small duplex home and Edith decided I needed a dog. I wanted a Yorkie and managed to find one in my price range. And so, Jonti entered our lives with Edith as his second mother and he knew that for sure. Because She said when I’m away Jonti should stay with her and so Helderberg Village became his second home.
One very hilarious Jonti story still took place in Stbosch. She went for a walk with the doggies. A Few houses up, lived a large Alsatian behind a railed fence, and of course Jonti, thinking himself to be safe, charged at him, barking at the railings. The big dog, stuck his nose through and grabbed little Jonti by the snout, pulling him right through the railings, As luck would have it, the owners came out and rescued Jonti, but there was blood all over and Edith was in hysterics. A friend of hers ,Helena, living opposite, tells the story further. She grabbed Edith and the dogs and rushed them to the vet, Her story goes: Edith rushes in with Jonti while she stays at the car looking after the other doggies. Suddenly she sees Jonti running out by another door with 2 white coated men after him. He hides under a car and both men are sprawling on their stomachs in the road, in their white coats trying to get Jonti out. At last, success and they rush in to finish their job. In the meantime, Edith is in the waiting room knowing nothing about this extra drama taking place! All’s well that ends well.And apart from some stitches no serious harm was done.
Edith had a ritual when Jonti stayed by her. She would give him a bath just before I was supposed to return. After the bath and ‘blowdry’, Jonti would climb onto her dining room table, looking through the window, waiting for my arrival. And no way could anyone get him moved from there.
October 7, 2025
My friend Edith, part 2
One afternoon, going up my staircase with arms full of books and snacks, I lost my balance and fell over backwards to the bottom. I immediately realized I had hurt myself badly, so I put some frozen mince on my back and phoned Edith, who was down in a shot and rushed me to Emergency. I had cracked a vertebrae and also had a crack in my pelvis, so after an op, I had to lie on my back for 6 weeks to recover.
One more doggie story. Edith was teaching some of her “Boeredanse’ to people who had clubs. She and I would practise the dances in her lounge. For that, we moved all the chairs etc out of the way and were dancing in the middle. The 3 doggies, Jonti, Natasha and Cindy would sit on one of the couches, intently watching us doing our dance,. The minute the music stopped and we rested, they would jump down and chase each other round and round without stopping, until we took our positions and the music started. Then they would jump onto the couch, sit in a row, watching us dance.
When Jonti was killed we had a snot & trane session . there was a little stone in her garden and we burned candles. Edith’s doggies were so precious to her and she was loved very much in return. She was the only one I knew who was allowed and welcomed with her doggies in The Spar in Die Boord. Good as gold they would sit in their basket while she did her shopping.
And they stayed with her, protecting her, until the end.
There are so many more stories to tell, but one thing I know. Edith was the most considerate person I have ever known. She not only did things for people, but she became deeply involved in not only their lives but also the lives of their families , children and grandchildren. She remembered birthdays, special occasions and would always walk the extra mile with anyone who needed it. On her birthday, she would be distributing cakes to all her neighbours and friends. She made the most delicious roast and tongue and chicken curry and I know that she often took it to friends who were giving dinners.
She was so proud of her sister, Charlotte and her family and I was a very lucky friend who could admire and share with her, Charlotte’s special homemaking and gardening skills. We were both gob smacked every time we went to visit Charlotte and there was a new garden , new and changed furniture, and to boot a wonderful, tasty meal. I was privileged to share a wonderful Jewish meal with them, with all it’s rituals, when Paul was still alive, an enrichening experience I will never forget. She was very proud of your two sons and I was fortunate to hear about all their special talents and high moments.
One afternoon, going up my staircase with arms full of books and snacks, I lost my balance and fell over backwards to the bottom. I immediately realized I had hurt myself badly, so I put some frozen mince on my back and phoned Edith, who was down in a shot and rushed me to Emergency. I had cracked a vertebrae and also had a crack in my pelvis, so after an op, I had to lie on my back for 6 weeks to recover.
One more doggie story. Edith was teaching some of her “Boeredanse’ to people who had clubs. She and I would practise the dances in her lounge. For that, we moved all the chairs etc out of the way and were dancing in the middle. The 3 doggies, Jonti, Natasha and Cindy would sit on one of the couches, intently watching us doing our dance,. The minute the music stopped and we rested, they would jump down and chase each other round and round without stopping, until we took our positions and the music started. Then they would jump onto the couch, sit in a row, watching us dance.
When Jonti was killed we had a snot & trane session . there was a little stone in her garden and we burned candles. Edith’s doggies were so precious to her and she was loved very much in return. She was the only one I knew who was allowed and welcomed with her doggies in The Spar in Die Boord. Good as gold they would sit in their basket while she did her shopping.
And they stayed with her, protecting her, until the end.
There are so many more stories to tell, but one thing I know. Edith was the most considerate person I have ever known. She not only did things for people, but she became deeply involved in not only their lives but also the lives of their families , children and grandchildren. She remembered birthdays, special occasions and would always walk the extra mile with anyone who needed it. On her birthday, she would be distributing cakes to all her neighbours and friends. She made the most delicious roast and tongue and chicken curry and I know that she often took it to friends who were giving dinners.
She was so proud of her sister, Charlotte and her family and I was a very lucky friend who could admire and share with her, Charlotte’s special homemaking and gardening skills. We were both gob smacked every time we went to visit Charlotte and there was a new garden , new and changed furniture, and to boot a wonderful, tasty meal. I was privileged to share a wonderful Jewish meal with them, with all it’s rituals, when Paul was still alive, an enrichening experience I will never forget. She was very proud of your two sons and I was fortunate to hear about all their special talents and high moments.
August 17, 2025
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Juf Katzie...
sedert ek gehoor het jy dans nou met die Engele, dra ek jou in my gedagtes saam. en besef ek
jy het n baie groot rol in my lewe gespeel en daarvoor sal ek jou ewig dankbaar bly.
Gedurende my studentejare word ek gevra om hand te gee by 'n Tricelle Kamp.. jy lei die godsdiens.. daardie dag sê jy iets wat n enorme kopskuif by my teweegbring en sedertdien my lewe rig
"the C for Christian is a bent I"
Tydens my LO studiejare 66-68 was daar hierdie Fees van die Grond wat in Kaapstad plaasvind . Juf Katzie doen die coreografie van n ongelooflike stuk werk wat ons in Adderleystraat opvoer..
en daar beleef ek nog n kopskuif en ontwikkel n sterk Omgewings bewussyn.
1988 is my oudste dogter in Bloemhof st9.. die reël van die matriekafskeid met die tema House of Dior is my verantwoordelikheid.. n modevertoning in periode kleredrag deur st 9 dogters 1900-1910
die 20s, 30s tot die 80s.. natuurlik is Juf Katzie met die kennis om te help met die keuse van musiek en passies vir elke periode...wat n roaring sukses was dit nie!
Dankie Juf Katzie dat jy my pad gekruis en my lewe oneindig verryk het.. I salute you
sedert ek gehoor het jy dans nou met die Engele, dra ek jou in my gedagtes saam. en besef ek
jy het n baie groot rol in my lewe gespeel en daarvoor sal ek jou ewig dankbaar bly.
Gedurende my studentejare word ek gevra om hand te gee by 'n Tricelle Kamp.. jy lei die godsdiens.. daardie dag sê jy iets wat n enorme kopskuif by my teweegbring en sedertdien my lewe rig
"the C for Christian is a bent I"
Tydens my LO studiejare 66-68 was daar hierdie Fees van die Grond wat in Kaapstad plaasvind . Juf Katzie doen die coreografie van n ongelooflike stuk werk wat ons in Adderleystraat opvoer..
en daar beleef ek nog n kopskuif en ontwikkel n sterk Omgewings bewussyn.
1988 is my oudste dogter in Bloemhof st9.. die reël van die matriekafskeid met die tema House of Dior is my verantwoordelikheid.. n modevertoning in periode kleredrag deur st 9 dogters 1900-1910
die 20s, 30s tot die 80s.. natuurlik is Juf Katzie met die kennis om te help met die keuse van musiek en passies vir elke periode...wat n roaring sukses was dit nie!
Dankie Juf Katzie dat jy my pad gekruis en my lewe oneindig verryk het.. I salute you
August 5, 2025
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Prof Katzie se voorbeeld het my sedert ek haar ontmoet het beïndruk en geïnspireer. Haar hardwerkendheid, strewe na en sin vir kwaliteit en perfeksionisme in alles wat sy doen en veral in navorsing, haar dienende geaardheid en onbaatsugtige gewilligheid om te help, sal my altyd bybly. Dankie vir die voorbeeld. Rus in vrede, liewe Prof Katzie.
July 25, 2025
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Ek het Katzie leer ken deur mu suster Jo wat amper 2 jaar gelede oorlede is. Hulle was hegte vriendinne op universiteit en tot Jo se dood. Ek het haar leer ken as ʼn besonndere "omgee"mens ,wat altyd haarself gegee het aan andere. Sy was meer as vrygewig en het altyd ander hoěr geag as syself. Dit was ʼn voorreg om haar te kon ken. Sy is nou op die plek waar sy seker die graagste wou wees
Ek is dankbaar daarvoor.
Ek is dankbaar daarvoor.
July 23, 2025
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Prof Katzie was ‘n inspirasie. (90-93) Ek onthou hoe sy eendag haar rok tot bo haar kniee gelig het om vir ons ‘n dans stappie te wys. Haar beentjies was die van ‘n 20 jarige atleet. Ons was stom geslaan. Haar grasie en elegansie was tydloos. Haar werksetiek was legendaries en inspirerend. Ek onthou nou nog haar vinnige en energieke stappie in die gange van die MBK departement. Sy het diep spore gelos.
July 21, 2025
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Dearest Edith, you left deep footprints in our lives and in particular jo jo to whom you were an unconditional friend
July 20, 2025
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Sy was meer as 40 jaar gelede my dansdosent en ek onthou nou nog haar fier en regop vinnige stappie met haar haar gebreide sweetpakkie wat soos 'n handskoen gepas het. 'n vrou met soveel passie vir wat sy gedoen het. Ek het steeds haar danskasset en doen steeds van haar vollksdanse met leerders wat sy geskryf en choreografeer het. Ek was ook deel van haar optrede saam met Randal Wicomb . Ek eer prof. vir die blywende indruk en voorbeeld.
July 18, 2025
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Condolences to the family. Edith was our neighbour in Elbertha Street in the 1970's and I remember her fondly with always a beloved doggie at her side. May she Rest in Peace.
July 17, 2025
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Juf Katzie - wonderlike herinneringe aan Tricelle kampe. Staptogte, swem, perdry, dans, baie pret en Engels leer.
July 17, 2025
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Tannie Edith, vir so baie jare was jy deel van ons Thiart familie op Stellenbosch. Baie dankie vir my liefde vir beweging en musiek, Tricelle, LO fakulteit kuiertjies en so baie herinneringe. Rus in Vrede.
July 17, 2025
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Dr Katzie. Ek sal die wonderlike ure in die danssaal by US nooit vergeet nie. Jy was en is n inspirasie. Jou deftige styl, dissipline en akkurate aanbieding in klas het my altyd beindruk. Jy was n groot motivering vir my in die vakgebied. Kosbare herinneringe. Innige simpatie aan familie en vriende.
July 16, 2025
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Liewe Juf Katzie
Baie dankie vir die voorreg om vir 'n paar jaar by die Tricelle Kampe te kon werk en so baie van jou & Juf Wiid te kon leer.
Julle het 'n groot impak op so baie van onse lewens gehad...
"You can shed tears that she is gone,
or you can smile because she had lived."
(Anon)
Rus in Vrede
Baie dankie vir die voorreg om vir 'n paar jaar by die Tricelle Kampe te kon werk en so baie van jou & Juf Wiid te kon leer.
Julle het 'n groot impak op so baie van onse lewens gehad...
"You can shed tears that she is gone,
or you can smile because she had lived."
(Anon)
Rus in Vrede
July 13, 2025
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Dearest Dr Katzie. I met you in 1981 when I was a first year student. A lecturer, mentor, creator of many opportunities for me, one with a deep understanding of what it feels like to be treated differently at that time. Over the years, you have become a valued friend who cared about not only me, but also about my husband and children, remembering their names, and showing a sincere interest in their lives and well-being. I will always treasure our telephone calls and Whatsapp messages. Rest well, Dr Katzie. Dance with the Angels. You will always be fondly remembered by the Truter Family.
July 12, 2025
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May dear Edith rest in peace and is now free from pain. We got to know Edith through Charlotte and Paul and also through our sister Jill and her daughter Jeanne, who she taught at Stellinbosh University.I was writing a book on The Late Onset of type one diabetes and I needed some assistance. So I asked Ediith for her help she said yes without hesitation. We both shared a great love for our doggies and I was concerned by what was going to happen to her dear doggies, and was very pleased to hear that they had found a lovely home and were very happy.
From, Brenda and Brian
From, Brenda and Brian
July 11, 2025
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I'm so blessed to have been able to share Edie's birthday with her for one last time.
July 11, 2025
3
What does one say when your very dear friend of 60+ years leaves? That God in His infinite wisdom brought Edith into my life when we were first year students. Dr Craven called us "the terrible twins".
We share our joys and hardships throughout life's many journeys and she was a loyal and loving friend to me and my children in every situation.. I learnt sò much from her and am grateful for having had such an exceptional lady as my best friend, who always inspired those around her to do and be better. She was sò dedicated to all the tasks she undertook.
Be at peace dear friend without pain at last.
We share our joys and hardships throughout life's many journeys and she was a loyal and loving friend to me and my children in every situation.. I learnt sò much from her and am grateful for having had such an exceptional lady as my best friend, who always inspired those around her to do and be better. She was sò dedicated to all the tasks she undertook.
Be at peace dear friend without pain at last.
July 11, 2025
3
My pad het 60 jr saam met Katzie gestap. Sy was n dierbare en getroue vriendin. Ons het gegroet..
Rus in ons vader se arms🌹🌿
Rus in ons vader se arms🌹🌿
July 10, 2025
3
Rest in Peace Edie. May your memory be a blessing to everyone who knew you and may your example of a life well lived, continue to inspire us.
July 10, 2025
3
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
13 “But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. 14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus. 15 For this we say to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who are asleep. 16 For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. 17 Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord. 18 Therefore comfort one another with these words.”
We have known Edith as an aunt, a friend to Jo-Jo and an ally whenever in need of help or support in any manner whatsoever. We have also known her as a follower and servant of the Lord Jesus Christ. It is to Him we turn in gratitude as we consider her life, and as we consider her now, secure in His presence.
What a privilege it has been to know Edith, and what an honour to be with her in the final stretch. We praise the Lord for his indescribable goodness!
JB Krohn and Family
13 “But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. 14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus. 15 For this we say to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who are asleep. 16 For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. 17 Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord. 18 Therefore comfort one another with these words.”
We have known Edith as an aunt, a friend to Jo-Jo and an ally whenever in need of help or support in any manner whatsoever. We have also known her as a follower and servant of the Lord Jesus Christ. It is to Him we turn in gratitude as we consider her life, and as we consider her now, secure in His presence.
What a privilege it has been to know Edith, and what an honour to be with her in the final stretch. We praise the Lord for his indescribable goodness!
JB Krohn and Family
July 10, 2025
3
My mom’s parents passed away before I turned one, and from as early as I can remember, Edith stepped into the role of my grandmother. She never missed a single birthday and stood by me and my family with unwavering love and support. She was always there, cheering me on and celebrating my milestones.
When my parents were unsure about letting me move schools, it was Edith who believed in me and helped them see it too. I have always seen her as my grandmother in every way that matters, and I will forever be thankful for everything she has done, not just for me, but for our entire family.
Her absence leaves a deep emptiness. Sadly, I never got the chance to properly say goodbye, and that is something I will carry with me always.
She meant the world to me, and she will be missed more than words can express.
When my parents were unsure about letting me move schools, it was Edith who believed in me and helped them see it too. I have always seen her as my grandmother in every way that matters, and I will forever be thankful for everything she has done, not just for me, but for our entire family.
Her absence leaves a deep emptiness. Sadly, I never got the chance to properly say goodbye, and that is something I will carry with me always.
She meant the world to me, and she will be missed more than words can express.
July 10, 2025
3
Katzie was vir my ń jarelange sielsvriendin en haar heengaan laat ń groot leemte agter. Sy het altyd die inisiatief geneem om almal bymekaar te kry en te kuier. Sy was ń kosbare mens en vriendin. Ek gaan haar baie, baie mis. My innige meegevoel aan haar familie en vriende.
July 9, 2025
3
For you dear Edith, remembering all the beautiful flowers you shared with us from your garden.
We will miss you, Heidi and Chloe.
With joy for having had you in our lives and with sadness that you are no longer here.
With love from Marlene and Shirley
We will miss you, Heidi and Chloe.
With joy for having had you in our lives and with sadness that you are no longer here.
With love from Marlene and Shirley
July 9, 2025
6
Ek het juf Katzie leer ken as LO student. Ek was nie goed met dans nie en het maar probeer onsigbaar bly in haar klas. Jare later het ek haar in Somerset- wes raakgeloop en ons het vriende geword. Ons het n liefde vir die Woord en ons honde gedeel. Sy het baie keer vir my gesê dat sy baie lief vir my skoonpa Oom Hans vd Merwe en Tannie Rina was.
Ek gaan ons geselsies mis Katzie.
Liefde
Sue ( Sterrenberg ) van der Merwe
Ek gaan ons geselsies mis Katzie.
Liefde
Sue ( Sterrenberg ) van der Merwe
July 9, 2025
5
Liefste Edith
In Desember 1985 het ons langs jou ingetrek. Ons wonderlike buurvrou het dadelik met 'n botteltjie konfyt kom kennismaak. So het 'n wonderlike 40 jaar lange vriendskap ontwikkel waarin ons saam baie lief en leed gedeel het. Vir jou was niks te veel moeite nie en jy het altyd reggestaan om ander te help. Dit was daarom vir my 'n groot voorreg om jou by te staan die laaste jaar of 2 toe uitdagings jou in die oë gestaar het. Dankie dat ek jou altyd kon opbeur en ons 2 weke voor jou afsterwe nog lekker kon saam lag oor onbenullighede. Jou vrolikheid het my geïnspireer. Ek gaan ons kuiers mis. Dans en jubel lekker sonder pyn. Tot ons weer sien.
In Desember 1985 het ons langs jou ingetrek. Ons wonderlike buurvrou het dadelik met 'n botteltjie konfyt kom kennismaak. So het 'n wonderlike 40 jaar lange vriendskap ontwikkel waarin ons saam baie lief en leed gedeel het. Vir jou was niks te veel moeite nie en jy het altyd reggestaan om ander te help. Dit was daarom vir my 'n groot voorreg om jou by te staan die laaste jaar of 2 toe uitdagings jou in die oë gestaar het. Dankie dat ek jou altyd kon opbeur en ons 2 weke voor jou afsterwe nog lekker kon saam lag oor onbenullighede. Jou vrolikheid het my geïnspireer. Ek gaan ons kuiers mis. Dans en jubel lekker sonder pyn. Tot ons weer sien.
July 9, 2025
7
Juf Katzie, dankie vir jou voorbeeld van hardwekenheid, toegewydheid en lojaliteit teenoor mens en dier. Dans lekker waar juf nou is........
July 9, 2025
3
Dear Edith may you Rest in peace 🙏🌈
You were a lovely , kind hearted lady . Both your little girls Heidi and Chloe will be loved like you would have wanted it xx
You were a lovely , kind hearted lady . Both your little girls Heidi and Chloe will be loved like you would have wanted it xx
July 8, 2025
3
Ek dink met vreugde terug aan die jare by juf Katze in die LO klasse op ‘OU’ Coetzenburg 1966-68. Haar dansklasse was so lekker, my entoesiasme het later jare gou my eie leerders aangesteek in my skoolhou-tyd. ‘n Groot voorreg was toe ek en Annette Louw gevra is om by Tricelle in pragtige Jonkershoek te kom help. Dit was haar projek om daar stadskinders die wye natuur te leer ken. Die rivierpaddas vang en dan vrylaat, was groot sports. Juf Katze wás een vir sports! Rus sag Juffrou.
July 8, 2025
4
I first met Katzie in 1985 when I joined the Dept. of Human Movement Studies. We "clicked" straight away and over the years she became a much-loved friend and "second mother" to my children.
Katzie was one of the most sincere, selfless, generous and caring human beings I've ever known. Nothing was ever too much trouble for her and she was always ready to offer support or advice.
She leaves a legacy of love and kindness and will be remembered with great fondness.
RIP my dear friend.
Katzie was one of the most sincere, selfless, generous and caring human beings I've ever known. Nothing was ever too much trouble for her and she was always ready to offer support or advice.
She leaves a legacy of love and kindness and will be remembered with great fondness.
RIP my dear friend.
July 8, 2025
4
Prof Edith was vir baie jonger akademici n voorbeeld van professionaliteit. Haar onberispelike voorkoms en ywer waarmee sy die redakteurskap van die SA Tyfskrif bedryf het was voortreflik. RIV Prof Katzie.
July 8, 2025
4
Edith Katzenellenbogen het 'n besondere bydrae tot die US gelewer. Sy sal onthou word.
Requiescat in pace.8
Requiescat in pace.8
July 7, 2025
5
I have several fond memories of Edie, and I would like to share a few. One that stands out is when she was driving my brother David and me. At the time, Edie had a car equipped with a "Turbo" of some sort. I may have been too young to fully understand what was happening, but I still remember how, when we reached a straight stretch on the R44 or R310 with no other cars in sight, she would yell "Turbo boost" and press her foot flat to the floor. The car would lurch forward, pulling us into our seats, and we would roar with laughter.
I also felt a great sense of pride in Edie. Not only because of her academic achievements and the respect she garnered from colleagues and neighbours, but also because of the positive impact she had on dance & movement communities through her research into historic dance expressions in South Africa.
Edie was also selfless, often spending days and nights over weeks helping and editing the theses of students who sought her assistance, frequently offering them praise and high commendations.
I fondly remember our family Christmas gatherings, with a feast of diverse foods and the exchanging of gifts. Not only on these occasions, but also throughout the year, Edie would give us gifts—often far more than she reasonably should have.
We'll miss you Edie. Enjoy pain free dancing in heaven. See you in a little while.
I also felt a great sense of pride in Edie. Not only because of her academic achievements and the respect she garnered from colleagues and neighbours, but also because of the positive impact she had on dance & movement communities through her research into historic dance expressions in South Africa.
Edie was also selfless, often spending days and nights over weeks helping and editing the theses of students who sought her assistance, frequently offering them praise and high commendations.
I fondly remember our family Christmas gatherings, with a feast of diverse foods and the exchanging of gifts. Not only on these occasions, but also throughout the year, Edie would give us gifts—often far more than she reasonably should have.
We'll miss you Edie. Enjoy pain free dancing in heaven. See you in a little while.
July 6, 2025
4
Looking back I’m struck by how Edie inspired and shaped me in profound and playful ways. One of my most vivid childhood memories is sitting with her in her Stellenbosch lounge as she showed me the video recording of Torvill and Dean’s mesmerizing Olympic ice-dance performance in the 80s. It sparked in me a love for art and performance that has never left.
I remember standing in her warm kitchen, mixing huge bowls of red cooldrink with her, feeling so grown up as she let me help. And of course, there was that unforgettable moment when, at the age of five, she dressed me in drag for the first time—her eyes twinkling with mischief. It was quintessentially Edie: creative, bold, and full of delight in encouraging others to explore and express themselves.
Thank you Edie, may you rest in peace.
I remember standing in her warm kitchen, mixing huge bowls of red cooldrink with her, feeling so grown up as she let me help. And of course, there was that unforgettable moment when, at the age of five, she dressed me in drag for the first time—her eyes twinkling with mischief. It was quintessentially Edie: creative, bold, and full of delight in encouraging others to explore and express themselves.
Thank you Edie, may you rest in peace.
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Donate to Poodle Rescue
In honour of Edith, and instead of sending flowers, we invite you to contribute to a cause that was dear to her heart-
Poodle Rescue South Africa Non Profit Company 2022/493537/08
Capitec Business Account
Acc- 1052498272
Your generous donation will serve as a meaningful tribute, perpetuating the spirit of Edith by supporting a meaningful cause.
Poodle Rescue South Africa Non Profit Company 2022/493537/08
Capitec Business Account
Acc- 1052498272
Your generous donation will serve as a meaningful tribute, perpetuating the spirit of Edith by supporting a meaningful cause.
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