11/07/2026
In Loving Memory of a Stedfast Leader, Mentor, and Grandfather Figure
It is with deep sadness yet profound gratitude for a life dedicated to service that we announce the passing of Honorary Captain Tay Bok Guan.
Mr. Tay was a man of integrity and meticulous dedication. Professionally grounding his service, he served as a part-time staff accountant for the Boys' Brigade and later stepped up to serve as the national Brigade Treasurer in the year 2000. His visionary leadership extended to the wider region when he served as the Selangor State Commissioner from 2003 to 2007.
Yet, his truest passion was always the grassroots development of young people. He served as the Captain of the 1st Petaling Jaya Company for many years during the mid-1990s, laying a strong foundation for the company's growth and success.
To the generations of boys who passed through 1st Petaling Jaya, Mr. Tay was the embodiment of the Brigade motto, "Sure & Stedfast." He was known for being strict and upholding high standards of discipline. However, beneath his firm exterior was a deeply loving and caring soul.
He naturally brought a warm, comforting "grandfather vibe" to the company. He had a particularly soft spot for the youngest members of the Brigade, radiating gentleness and patience toward the Pre-Junior and Junior sections. He knew exactly how to balance discipline with a gentle heart, ensuring that every young life felt secure, valued, and mentored.
His final parade is complete, but his legacy lives on in the thousands of lives he shaped and the leaders he inspired.
We ask that you keep Mr. Tay's family in your thoughts and prayers. May God grant them comfort, peace, and strength during this difficult time of bereavement.
