Uncle Bread The ‘Everyday Hero’ For the past 55 years, Mr Foo Kee See, 78, has been a perennial figure in Serangoon Gardens and the Seletar Hills Estate, delivering bread, provisions and warm smiles to residents. He is affectionately referred to as “Uncle Bread” – truly an “everyday hero”. However, from Wednesday (Jan 11), he will be seen no longer in the area, as he’s calling it a day, according to a Straits Times‘ article – and bread company Gardenia decided to thank him for his unwavering support. Gardenia’s Tribute After hearing of Mr Foo’s impending departure, Gardenia decided to drop by Mr Foo’s place with a gift basket! The company also wished him good health and a happy retirement on their Facebook page. Well played, Gardenia! Source Liked By Residents The residents he served took Mr Foo to their hearts due to his diligence, and for catering to special requests such as buying a specific kind of bread and making a detour from his usual work route for a delivery. Source Mr Foo has a systematic way of recording his customers’ bills, allowing his regular customers to pay at the end of the month. Source His creativity also means he can think […]
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