Shillong: Brother Eric Steve D’Souza, a highly respected teacher and a member of the Christian Brothers congregation, passed away in Goa on Sunday after battling a prolonged illness. Brother D’Souza, who taught for many years at St. Edmund’s School in Shillong, is remembered for his deep commitment to education and the compassion he showed to students.
Chief Minister Conrad Sangma expressed his heartfelt condolences on X (formerly Twitter), stating: “With profound sorrow, I learned of the passing of Brother Eric Steve D’Souza, an exceptional educator renowned for his dedication to education and compassion. As an esteemed member of the Christian Brothers congregation, Brother D’Souza spent many years serving at St. Edmund’s School in Shillong, leaving an indelible legacy. As a devoted Christian Brother, his pioneering spirit founded Providence School, a beacon of hope for underprivileged children. May Brother D’Souza’s inspiring legacy bring comfort to his family, the Christian Brothers congregation, and the countless lives he transformed through education and compassion. May his soul rest in eternal peace.”
Brother D’Souza not only made a significant impact in Shillong but also shaped the lives of many beyond, including Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan during his time at St. Columba’s School in New Delhi. The actor reportedly held Brother D’Souza in high regard.
The announcement of Brother D’Souza’s passing was made by Brother Solomon Morris, the current principal of St. Edmund’s School, Shillong, who shared that Brother D’Souza passed away in Goa at Regina Mundi. His mortal remains will be brought to Shillong, and the funeral is expected to take place on Wednesday, with further details to be announced.
This marks a great loss for the educational community, particularly at St. Edmund’s, where Brother D’Souza’s contributions will be remembered for generations.
