A fulfilled life is made manifest in service to God and humanity, as was attested to in the life of late Madam Josephine Okeke known as “Gold Nwanyi” who was buried at her country home Etiti-Osili village Engwu-Ukwu.
Speakers at the a burial mass held in her honour at Saint Anthony’s Catholic Church Enugwu-Ukwu testified of her commitment and service to God and humanity.
The Auxiliary Bishop of Awka Catholic Diocese, Most Reverend Jonas-Benson Okoye said late Madam Josephine Okeke was a faithful and devoted Christian who remained steadfast till her death and will be remembered for her work of charity, peace and service to humanity, urging her children to toe the part of their mother.
The two sons of the deceased, Chief Charles Okeke and Mr Innocent Okeke who described their mother as an epitome of peace, love and an encourager, said though they are men, she thought them how to cook.
For her first daughter, Mrs Obiageli Anakwue-Okafor, late Madam Josephine was a sweet, caring and prayerful mother even at her old age while another of her daughters Lady Sussan Agubata who thanked those who came to commiserate with them said though their mother died at the ripped age of ninety four, she will be greatly missed.
Some of her grand and great grandchildren, Onyinye Nwokoye, Chinwoke Agubata, Joy and Emeka Igbokwe said their grand and great grandmother was so dear and caring to them.
A friend of the family, Mrs Ebele Nwokoye said late Madam Josephine was a mother to all around her who cares without discrimination.
The burial ceremony featured condolences by in-laws, friends and relations including a former member that represented Awka North and South Federal Constituency, Chief Anayo Nebe.
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