FROM THE UNION OF OLD ST. MONICANS – TEMA BRANCH A few short years ago, our dearly departed colleague and friend, Obaa Yaa joined the Tema branch of the Union Of Old St Monicans. As an old girl residing in Teshie Nungua she had long expressed a heartfelt desire to be part of our Union and we are grateful she did. From the moment she joined, we were struck by her incredible vibrancy and her zest for life. She fitted into our fold seamlessly, quickly becoming a cherished friend to everyone in the Union. Obaa Yaa fulfilled every obligation with grace and contributed wholeheartedly to our growth. Her presence truly lifted us. Whenever she walked into the meeting, we were mesmerized by her impeccable sense of fashion and her timeless elegance; we often could not help but comment on how well she carried herself. But beyond her outward style, Obaa Yaa was truly beautiful in heart. She embodied the true meaning of our school motto: EACH FOR ALL AND ALL FOR GOD. At our last get together for group birthday celebrations – her own birthday included – she arrived with an abundance of food to share. While we were touched, we were not exactly surprised – we already knew her to be kind and generous. We now realize that was her own special way of bidding us farewell. We have reserved a permanent place in our hearts for her and will always miss her unique charm. While our Union is poorer for her passing, heaven has gained a truly beautiful soul. It is said that it is not the length of life that matters but the depth of life. God was indeed gracious to Obaa Yaa, granting her both a high quality of life and the blessing of longevity. What a remarkable life she had! We extend our deepest condolences to the entire family of Mrs. Obaa Yaa Afrifa May the angels of heaven welcome you peacefully into the bosomof Jesus andmay you rise again in glory on the resurrection morning SHE IS GONE You can shed tears that she is gone or you can smile that she has lived You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left Your heart can be empty because you cannot see her or you can be full of the love that you shared You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday or you can be happy because of yesterday You can remember her and only that she is gone or you can cherish her memory and let it live on You can close your mind, be empty and turn your back or you can do what she would want: SMILE, OPEN YOUR EYES, LOVE & GO ON. TRIBUTE W 38 A Loving Farewell 1934 MRS. OBAA YAA AFRIFA 2025
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