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Death of Lil Koller

Draftfcb South Africa has announced with much sadness the sudden death of Lil Koller, for 18 years the enthusiastic and very capable creative services manager at the agency.

21 Sep 2011

She will be missed by many, and remembered as a kind, generous and passionate friend to all.

Draftfcb sends its sincerest condolences to her sons, Christopher and Matthew, who have its prayers of strength during this time and always. Bizcommunity.com also extends condolences.

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