Tan Ah Kow

12 Mar 1948 – 2 Nov 2025 · Age 77

Kuala Lumpur , Kuala Lumpur

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Tan Ah Kow was a beloved father of three and a retired schoolteacher who taught mathematics in Kuala Lumpur for over thirty years. Known for his gentle humour and his love of morning walks in the park, he touched the lives of generations of students. He is survived by his wife, three children and seven grandchildren.

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1948
Born in Kuala Lumpur
Born on 12 March 1948, the eldest of five siblings.
1970
Began teaching
Started his teaching career at a primary school in Kuala Lumpur.
1975
Married
Married his beloved wife; they raised three children together.
2008
Retired
Retired after 38 years of teaching, and took up gardening.

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The Ng Family · 25 Oct 2026

Our deepest condolences to the Tan family. He was a wonderful neighbour and friend.

Lim Wei Jie · 25 Oct 2026

Mr Tan was my mathematics teacher in 1985. He made numbers come alive. Rest in peace, sir.

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