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As stated in Romans 14:8 If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

A day I wish never came; a day I wish wasn't in the calendar. It was a black Saturday. It was the day the man we loved and respect most passed on. Oh, death, how could you have come this early. Death came and stole our counsellor, mentor, hero, and a lovely Father.Hemeantsomuchtous.

Papa, your transition to the new abode left a void in us that no one can ever ll. After a brief illness, we sadly say goodbye to an icon who brought joy to us as children and the entire family. We would have loved you to stay longer with us to see you enjoy the fruit ofallyourendeavours,butthedecisionofGodissupreme.

Daddy, you lived a life of generosity, kind heartedness, dignity, and love. You were a seless giver who loved pleasing people more than himself. A bold and fearless man who stood for the defenceless, needy, widows, fatherless, and the oppressed. You always preferred to sacrice comfort for the welfare of others. Death didn't spare you for us. Daddy will call me, “my mother, nana korkor, ohemaa, check my nails, what do you see,” I will smile and say, pedicure coming right away and we will all laugh. These titles were given whenever he needed me to assist him with something, a times I used to complain but now I wish you are alive for me to do more of these favors for you. Your death has left us with heartache. No one can heal, but we will hold onto this. " He healsthebrokenheartedandbindsuptheirwounds."Psalms147:3(NIV)

Daddy, to the world you were just one person, (Apostle Daniel Yaw Ofori Manu) but to us, you are an amazing lovely Dad who single handedly took care of eight (8) adorable children to attain greater heights. Your passion for education reected on the qualitativeeducationthatyouprovidedformeandmysiblings.

Your drive in greeting positive results in everything around you, both in your Christian life and in training of your children. You believed that every child deserved the best, which made you stop at nothing in ensuring that your children lacked nothing. You will foreverliveinourhearts.

Dad, as we bid goodbye, may the light of God brighten your path to eternal rest in Jesus Mighty Name, Amen