Photo: Kenndi Geyer.

NOVEMBER 2024 marked a tragic turning point for the community of Cambridge Park when Tek and Kim, fondly known as “Ma and Pa,” were found dead at their cherished business, Buzzy Bees Burger House. Their sudden passing left a profound impact on residents, prompting an overwhelming outpouring of grief and support from the local community.

On December 7, 2024, Councillor Reece Nuttall stood alongside hundreds of mourners outside Buzzy Bees Burger House to commemorate the lives and contributions of Tek and Kim. The gathering brought to light the kindness and generosity they extended to everyone who visited their eatery.

Following the emotional tribute, Councillor Nuttall moved a motion in the Council Chamber advocating for an investigation into meaningful memorial recognition for the beloved couple. This initiative sparked a collaborative effort over the following nine months between Councillor Nuttall and the Council, as they worked diligently to uphold the memory of Tek and Kim in a manner that resonated with the community.

On September 2, 2025, their efforts came to fruition when the Council unveiled a memorial bench with a plaque, now displayed outside Buzzy Bees Burger House. This bench serves  as a memorial to the love and gratitude felt by the residents of Cambridge Park.

Councillor Nuttall expressed the community’s collective sentiment by stating, “Tek and Kim weren’t just serving burgers — they were serving kindness, generosity, and a sense of belonging. Their memory will always have a place here in Cambridge Park.” 

“This memorial is about more than remembrance. It’s about telling future generations that in Penrith, people matter, and those who give to their community will never be forgotten.

“I’ll never forget the hundreds who gathered outside Buzzy Bees. It showed me the heart of Cambridge Park — united in grief, but also united in love for Ma and Pa.

“From the first conversation with residents to the final installation of this bench, every step has been driven by community voices. That’s what makes this tribute so powerful.

“In this case, the value was clear: to honor two individuals who gave so much, quietly and humbly, every single day.”

The memorial bench serves as a reminder to all who pass by of the love and dedication that Tek and Kim brought to their community.