Aleš Kočandrle

Today the Czech film crew comes with us. The Trenčín project document spins. We have run out of pre-agreed respondents, so we are going to stay. The award-winning man has no idea that in a short while he will become the main hero of the ceremony taken on camera. We have some concerns, the award-winning gentleman is the oldest person we have ever visited. Seniors are cautious, sometimes insecure and fearful. We’re gonna get back to work, and we’re gonna wait to see who opens up.

The surprise was perfect, but I’m not sure which one of us was more surprised when a tall white – haired man appeared in the front door.

Fred Astaire. I don’t know why, but this name comes to mind when I see a gentleman from a generation of first half-century suits. I thought of that name by looking at Mr. Ales. He was wearing a T-shirt and shorts, since he was remodeling the kitchen, but he looked like a nobleman in this household clothing.

We read his appreciation, and he modestly asked if we were wrong and were looking for his son.

Aleš Kočandrle does not sound like a typical Slovak name. Its carrier moved to Považia from Western Bohemia in 1949. He married and worked as a designer at a research institute where he was involved in the automation of the transportation of materials. He came to Trenčín by bicycle from his native Pilsen. Until now, cycling has not missed its favorite activities.

I ride my whole life on a bike. Now I’m electric, and he said. Besides the bike, his passion is tourism. Even in his 94 years, he goes to his beloved Tatras, Rohace or Fatra every month.

Aleš Kočandrle faced more life’s peripetia and adversity. Despite all the questions about how well – condition she has in her old age, he answered:

I tried to live a peaceful life.