Tributes By In-Laws
“Grandma” as I affectionately called her was a mother to me. She called me ‘Lizzie’ and always reminded me that we are all her children. She was an excellent example of Psalm 31 virtuous woman. She was an Evangelist and an Apostle. She was a Teacher and a Preacher. She was never ashamed to share the good news of God’s grace. And she knew the Word. Above all she was a woman of great faith and prayer.
I remember during one of her visits to London, recounting her experience and work in the suburbs of Kumasi doing ‘Asempatr3’ (evangelism) and the Good News Club she ran from her home – passing on her legacy to every child in the community who came to drink from her deep well of wisdom and godliness. Grandma Theodora was a fearless woman, both spiritually and physically, and I always watched her in admiration.
As the eldest among her siblings, she led the family as a matriarch. Thank you, Grandma, for setting us many examples and for your godly counsel. On 16 February, by His divine order, we were prompted to call you, I am so glad I was able to see you, though virtually, hours before your departure. When the shocking news of your passing was announced I had no doubt that indeed you are heaven bound, He has prepared a place for you. You will be dearly missed.
Heaven has gained an Angel. Rest well Grandma.
A tribute to my Mother in Law: Mrs. Theodora A Manful I say goodbye to you today. Mrs. Theodora Manful was a wonderful Godly lady who sought to please the lord in all that she did. she also upheld all of her children, grandchildren and people she knew in her prayers every day. Her mentorship has strengthened the character of many people. You will surely be missed by everyone who had the privilege to know her.
With a heavy heart, I pray for the eternal peace of her soul.
You have left this mortal body, the earthly tent, waiting to be clothed with that which is of God, the spiritual house, that you may put on the robes of glory( II Cor 5: 1-4). Death has actually stripped you of your earthly clothing and put an end to the misery of the flesh. Grandma, I always felt close to you as a son, because you counted all your son-in-laws and daughter-in-laws as your own children and you saw them as the very fruit of your loins.
Loosing you was unexpected and every time I think about it, it feels like a dream. It is the reality of your passing that makes me feel these waves of anxiety and numbness when I think of you mother. Some moments bring tears to my eyes as I recall those priceless family moments.Â
May the light of our best memories, guide you on your way home as you travel through heaven.
Until we meet someday, rest in perfect peace mother.
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“All your children will be taught of the LORD ; and the well -being of your sons will be great. Isaiah 54:13
It is with a deep sorrow but with total gratitude to God as I write this tribute to my Mother in-Law Mrs Theodora A Manful. Grandma Kuku duuduu as my children and I affectionately called you. You were a Mother in-law of a kind. You welcomed me into your home from the very time I was introduced to you. You were a very caring Mother in-Law, very calm, kind, hardworking, Godfearing, very principled and above all very accommodating. These qualities in you had a good impact on me and I am greatfull to God for the time my children and I were privileged to share with you. Your warm, gentle and open arms nature drew me close to you. Grandma Oki, I mourn for your absence but rejoice in the memories of you. Enapa , ntetemudie 3y3ya, but I know you’re in a better place. Rest In Perfect Peace, grandma. Your time on earth was worth living. As long as life and memory last, you are gone but will not be forgotten. We will always remember you.
Da yie, da yie, da yie
Grandma Kuku duuduu, till we meet again.
Sympathies on the loss of my dear Grandma Theodora Manful.
She treated me like family when I was finally able to visit Ghana recently. She will remain in my heart.
The one thing that sticks with me all these years is when she’d always say,
“Keep God In your heart.”
As you depart I pray for your soul Grandma, and that the Lord keep you safe in Heaven.
You will always be respected and remembered .
Rest in Perfect Peace
My dear mother-in-law, you passed away a few months ago, and I’m really struggling. I always felt very close to you, and saw you as another mother. And you always treated me like your daughter, I was your “Obaapa” as you would call me. Losing you was unexpected, we all thought you were pulling through. Ever since you passed, I just can’t stop thinking about you, and I get this anxious numbing feeling when I realize you’re actually gone. It is with a great sense of pain and sorrow that I pay this tribute to the memory of Mrs.
Theodora Manful. However I take consolation from the comforting and reassuring words of our Lord, “ I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me will live, even though they die (John 11:25). Grandma was very prayerful and kept God first in everything she did in life. She was also an advisor to many of us in family and spiritual issues. Her heart was genuine and simply went out to any person who came to her for help. She was a generous, good mother and mentor who has left her mark on several people. I will always remember her for her affable nature that drew many to her.
A great pillar of the family has fallen. A vacuum has really been created with your departure into eternity. Your departure is a great shock to me and I am filled with great sadness. Even though death has taken your physical body, God has your soul and spirit. Our mind will forever hold your wonderful memories.
Mrs. Manful, Da yiye! Onyame Mfa wo kra Nsie.
Rest In Peace.
