● Ferdy Agu
The Secretary to the Enugu State Government (SSG), Professor Chidiebere Onyia, will this weekend lay his late mother, Mrs. Grace Ogoegbunam Onyia (née Achime), to rest in her hometown of Udeji village, Amechi Awkunanaw, Enugu South Local Government Area. The solemn ceremonies are scheduled to commence on Friday, November 29, and conclude with a thanksgiving service on Sunday, December 1, 2024.
According to the family, the rites will begin with a service of songs at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Udeji village, at 5 p.m. on Friday. The main funeral service will hold the following day at Amechi Football Field, Kenneth Nnamani Road, Udeji village, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow immediately, with a reception for guests at the same venue. On Sunday, a thanksgiving service will be held at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Amechi Awkunanaw, to honor her memory.
Mrs. Onyia, who passed away on October 22, 2024, at the age of 79, was celebrated for her dedication to public service and her strong moral values. She began her career as a teacher, where she was known for nurturing both knowledge and character in her students. She later transitioned to the civil service, serving in the Federal and Enugu State governments, eventually retiring as an Assistant Chief Catering Officer.
Her devotion extended beyond her career, as she was deeply involved in community service and church activities. A close associate from Emmanuel Anglican Church, Achara Layout, Enugu, noted, “Mrs. Onyia’s unwavering faith, generosity, and dedication to the church were a source of inspiration to everyone around her.” Her contributions to St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Amechi Awkunanaw, and other local parishes were recognized by many as exceptional.
Survived by her children, grandchildren, a great-grandchild, and other relatives, Mrs. Onyia leaves behind a legacy of service, faith, and love. As her family and community gather to honor her life, Prof. Onyia described her as “a beacon of hope and strength, whose impact will be felt for generations to come.” GMTNewsng
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