For 2WO Agnes.

2WO Agnes is highly passionate and dedicated to her work, often working till the wee hours of the night before she is willing to go home to take a rest. Although she was disappointed at her low ranking when she first entered the unit, she was never deterred and strove to prove to naysayers that she could and will achieve.

Her efforts in her work were not unrewarded. For the Annual Stocktaking of the 07/08 work year, 6 Division achieved zero discrepancies and received a plaque in the Supply Workplan Seminar in 2008. For the 08/09 Logistics Readiness Inspection, 6 Division also achieved an excellent result of ‘A’.

Even when she was diagnosed with cancer, Agnes was reluctant to relinquish her duties. To her, being an RQ was more than a job - it was a part of her life.

To her colleagues, Agnes is always quick to offer her laughter and joy. Being around her infected one with a grit and optimism. It was always interesting to her the experiences she had to share and the knowledge that she had. That, I feel, was also of the most defining and admirable traits about her – she is never afraid to share what she knows with others.

In her interactions with her subordinates, she is very much like a mother to them. She fights ferociously to safeguard their welfare and always stands up against any demands of the QM Platoon that seem to be too overbearing. She would often bring food stuff back to the office as treats to the platoon, showing her appreciation for their hard work. As a result, she is able to connect and talk to her men, relating to them at their level.

During the Ex Phalanx, she was awarded with a Letter of Commendation from then 6 Division Commander, now BG Lim Teck Yin, for her devotion to the smooth administration of the Exercise, staying up late and taking on more shifts so that the men can be well-rested for the days ahead.

Her contribution to the SAF is one which is evident to everyone who has known her.