Obituary June 1946 – July 2024
Augustine Mwinyele
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Augustine Mwinyele, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and cherished friend. Augustine peacefully passed away and went on to meet his creator at Banner Ironwood hospital in Arizona, USA July 2024, at the age of 78, surrounded by his beloved family.
Augustine was born in Eremon-Buree the 3rd of 12 children, to Catechist Pamphilio and Agatha Zinlier. Augustine’s early years were marked by a strong sense of responsibility and care for his siblings. He carried these values throughout his life, becoming a pillar of strength and support for his family and community.
After graduating from Jirapa catholic boarding School, Augustine pursued his passion for medicine and specialized as an Anesthesiologist in Nigeria Enugu Medical College. It was during his early times as a teacher when he met the love of his live Margaret Adisa. Augustine met Margaret Adisa during one of his stops in Jirapa during his 17 miles (27.3 Km) walk from Domwine to hometown Eremon Buree close to Lawra. The soulmates later got married in 1971; during their 42 years together, they built a wonderful family and life filled with love, laughter, and mutual respect, they were indeed a power couple.
Augustine had a distinguished career as an Anesthesiologist, working for over 40 years and retired from Cape Coast Regional Hospital. He was one of the distinguished pioneers in his area of specialty for over a decade. One of his favorite stories is when he describes how he held a lantern to visualize the field of surgery due to a power outage. His dedication, leadership, selflessness, and innovative spirit were instrumental in numerous projects that advanced technology and improved lives in poor deprived areas of Ghana. Even after retirement, Augustine continued to consult, and mentor young Anesthesiologists, always eager to share his wealth of knowledge.
As a man of deep faith, Augustine was actively involved in his church, serving in various leadership roles and participating in community outreach programs. He received the Citation of Honour of Sir knight of Knights of Marshall Council 30-Wa (Catholic friendly society/ Knights of Columbus). His generosity, humility, and steadfast faith were a source of inspiration to all who knew him.
Augustine’s greatest joy was his family. He was a loving and devoted husband to Margaret for 42 years. As a father, he was endlessly supportive and proud of his children, and grandchildren, they were the light of his life, and he cherished every moment spent with them, memories that will last a lifetime.
In addition to his professional and familial roles, Augustine had a passion for dancing, humanitarian activities, community healthcare education, and mentoring and teaching. He spent many happy hours working in the community, family and friends. He spent the last five years of his remaining life here in Arizona, USA.
Augustine is survived by his beloved children, and grandchildren.
CHIEF MOURNERS/ FUNERAL INVITATION
The Paramount Chief of the Lawra Traditional Area Naa Puowelle Karbo lll, The Eremon Naa Naa Var-kur Nyuor Tang lV, The Dowine Naa/Ninnang Family/ln-laws, The Zambo Regent/ Mr Dominic Delle, The Boo Naa /Emilio Musah, The Yagtuuri Naa Naa Sorbobr, Tampie Naa, Gbengbee Naa and Nanyaare Naa , L.B. Tusoe (Accra/Ghana), Hon Bede Ziedeng (MP Lawra Constituency/Ghana) Paschal Dere(Accra/Ghana), Mr Ben Derem (Accra/Ghana), Mr Edward Nuotuo (Accra/Ghana), Very Rev Fr. Cletus Kulah (Phoenix/USA), Very Rev Fr. Alphonsus Bakyil (Camp Verde/USA) The Head of Family Mr Gaetan Mwinyella (Wa/Ghana), Dr. Gregory Mwinyelle (Atlanta/USA), Prof. Fabian Baapogmah (Connecticut/USA), Boniface Dakurah (Connecticut/USA), Prof Bulmuo Maakuu (Florida/USA), Adolf Tingan (Texas/USA), Hon Joseph Faalong (Accra/Ghana) Mr Ubaldo Anobanang (Ghana), James Nwinsagra (Kumasi/Ghana), Mr Cletus Tang (Eremon/Ghana), Celestine Naariyong, The Ninnang Family, and the Entire Nariyong/Mwinyella family of Eremon Bure.
BROTHERS & SISTERS
Mr Gaetan Mwinyella (Wa/Ghana), Dr Gregory Mwinyelle (Atlanta/Ghana), Lucy Saadare-Mwinyele (Kumasi/Ghana).
CHILDREN:
Mrs. Ernestina (Tina) Kuuire (Accra/Ghana), Ms. Gifty Mwinyele (Kumasi/Ghana), Frank Mwinyelle (USA), Mr. Julius Mwinyele (Accra/Ghana).
GRANDCHILDREN:
Mark Kirk, Michelle, Isabella, Maximus, Kobe, Marino, Adisa, Augustine Jnr., Zeus.
IN-LAWS:
Paul Kuuire (Accra/Ghana), Vanessa Mwinyele (Accra/Ghana).
Funeral Arrangements are as follows:
Funeral and Burial Service:
Date: August 24th, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM AZ Time
Venue: Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery
7900 East Main Street,
Mesa, Arizona 85207. USA
Thanksgiving Service:
Date: August 25th, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM AZ Time
Venue: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church
2121 S. Rural Road
Tempe, AZ 85282. USA
Special invitation for the burial program goes out to Dr. Abel Batuure, Prof. Mary Rose Batuure, Prof. Cumberbatch Toby, Prof. Nakumah Constancio, Mr. Theophilus Baawuo, Mr. Simon George and Family, Ms. Mimi Brandon, Winsome Sappleton, Dr. Zaid Fadul and Family, Dr. Ana Williams, Mr. Travis Williams, Mr. Michael & Mrs. Farah Butler, Ms. Jeneve Tebeck, Prof. Vincent Kuuire and Family, Mr. Emmanuel Mwinla-Yuori Gbankor Naa Jamaa Matarah II(Accra/Ghana), Mr. Firminu Aasoyir (Ghana) and Knights and Ladies of Marshalls (Ghana).
All sympathizers, friends and well-wishers are cordially invited.
Final funeral rites in Ghana will be announced later.
Memories of him will forever remain in our hearts. Growing up as a child in wa, his home was home for everyone. Even after he left for cape coast, he made sure to visit us every time he travelled back home. He did well to keep in touch even via WhatsApp and we usually had our friendly chats. He was a father and a mentor. Dada, you have a front seat in Heaven. You have fought a great fight. The Almighty is pleased with your soul. We will miss you dearly but we are pleased that you have peacefully joined the love of your life in heaven. Till we all meet again.
Memories of him will forever remain in our hearts. Growing up as a child in wa, his home was home for everyone. Even after he left for cape coast, he made sure to visit us every time he travelled back home. He did well to keep in touch even via WhatsApp and we usually had our friendly chats. He was a father and a mentor. Dada, you have a front seat in Heaven. You have fought a great fight. The Almighty is pleased with your soul. We will miss you dearly but we are pleased that you have peacefully joined the love of your life in heaven. Till we all meet again.