Adv, Leo Velho….
From humble origin, great heights of excellence did rise Educationally well qualified , no big surprise, Barrister –at- law, an exclusive and a rare title, Notary of all India, status, position, not to belittle. Legal practioner, ,experienced, standing respected , A legal educator, admired by students ,as expected. Informal , discussions , an experience to last, A pleasant memory of a teacher, revives the past. President of Lions Club of Chinchinim, an honour most deserved “Lion of d en of Chinchinim” ,jockingly , he exclusively preserved’ Served the organization with distinction and pride. Novel programmes , activities ,initiated besides. Two terms, most popular MLA , a giant killer tag, Charming personality , mass support he did bag, ,Power,position , inducements rejected, Faithful to party principles, remained unaffected or dejected. Favourite at marriages to raise the toast, A soccer player of repute, no empty boast, Liberation of Goa movement, participated in patriotic fight Entitled for Freedom fighters pension , never claimed any right Generous, charitable , silent not loud, Help to Village,clubs, organisations, made him proud, Extended legal services to poor and those in need displayed no desire to amass wealth by greed Memorial award in Konkanni for his dad, Memorial award in Maths for brother, made him glad, A sports award by the family in his name, Designed to keep alive his fame. Highly educated children are his pride and joy, Their placements , progress, right to enjoy, Lived satisfied, fulfilled, contented life Ably supported by loving wife Nelson Lopes Chinchinim Sent from my iPhone
