The secretariat of the Kwahu United Association of Chicago announced the death of a founding member of the Association and pillar of the nonprofit group, Nana Stephen Somuah Sr.today, April 11, 2022, on WhatsApp platforms in the Chicago area. The statement reads:

, … Fellow Community members ….From the office of the Kwahu United Association of Chicago, I regret to announce the passing of Council member and Elder Stephen Somuah. It happened a few hours ago.

Nana Somuah, as he was popularly called, represented the Kwahu United Association for many years on the Ghana National Council, GNC, the umbrella of all the Ghanaian community organizations in Chicago. He also served on the Council of Ghanaian Churches, CGC for years and was their treasurer until his death. He was 75.

His personal accomplishments include the following:

President

SS Property Consultant Service Inc

Feb 2011 – 11 years 3 months, until his death.

Board President

Lake View Towers Resident Association Inc.

Jun 2006 – 15 years 11 months until his death.

President & CEO Board Operation and Oversight of Lake View Towers Apartment Inc.

Board President

Jan 1985 – 37 years 4 months until his death.

Executive Officer, Day to Day Operations, Budget / Finance, Employees Operations Oversight Work-Side Control, Community Social Programs Planner & Outreach, African Community United Methodist Church Lay Servant Leader Since 1986

President

SCS Telecom Inc

Jan 1988 – Dec 2012…….25 years

Owner & Management of General Operations.

He was a product of DeVry University, Business / Corporate Communications, 1983 to 1985.

Some of the condolences and remembrances from organizations and members of the community are as follows:

Council of Ghanaian Churches: CGC TREASURER ELDER STEPHEN SOMUAH PASSES AWAY

The Council of Ghanaian Churches (CGC) announces with deep sorrow the passing into eternity of Elder Stephen Somuah, CGC’s Treasurer. He was an Elder of the African Community United Methodist Church. Eld. Somuah died today at the Weiss Hospital in Chicago, after a protracted illness.

The CGC extends its heartfelt condolences to his wife and the bereaved family at their sad loss.

Announcing Elder Somuah’s death, CGC President Rev. Dr. Kofi- Noonoo paid tribute to him for the major role he played in the affairs of the council. He initiated and implemented financial structures to put the council on a sound financial footing.

He was actively involved in introducing new CGC’s By-laws to streamline the operations of the organization.

Eld. Somuah would also be remembered for providing space for council meetings.

His passing is deeply felt, but he is no longer in pain. We are comforted by the Scriptures that “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” We believe that he is in the Lord’s bosom and that on the Day of the Resurrection he would be reunited with loved ones.

May He rest in perfect peace

Fare thee well, worthy brother!

(ISSUED BY THE SECRETARIAT OF THE CGC)

Dr. Min. Nicholas O. Thompson

Secretary

Reverend Dzifanu Agbenya, Living Comfort Ministries:

Heaven has welcomed a Warrior while we mourn a comrade over our loss here on earth. Indeed, a vacuum has been created in the family of our departed brother, the CGC, and the Ghana community in Chicago at large. Having said this, we will not be discouraged but rather be strengthened in our spirit for our hope in the resurrection of the saints where and when we will meet again. Mr. SOMUAH will be greatly missed by us but his sweet and constructive memories live on. Our deepest condolences to the family. Peace I pray for us all. Amen

Longtime friend, former GNC member, and President of the Ghana Chicago Club, Mr. A.C. Eddie-Quartey

May his soul Rest In Peace

On behalf of the great Ghana Chicago Club, I wish to express my profound and heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Steven Somuah. He was dear to us all. He was a real community leader and served as an example for us all. He was dynamic, competent, and forward-looking. He was part of the group that shaped and established the Ghanaian community in Chicago, the formation of the GNC.

It was indeed a privilege for me to have known and worked with Steven for many years, not only as a friend but also as a brother. We will all miss him very much and the Ghanaian community is richer for having him as a member. May Steven rest in eternal peace, and may the Almighty bless and keep his family and give them the strength to face the times ahead

Anyemi Somuah. Yaawor  Dzogbann!!

Mr. Benjamin Kodom-Ayensu, President, Brong-Ahafo Association and Vice President, Church of the Ghanaian Community:

Very sad, we lost a great community leader.

Our deepest sympathy to the community and the entire Somuah family at home and abroad.

May our father’s soul rest in peace.

Dr. Mark Kutame, former VP, GNC, and Former President of the Ewe Association:

Oh, no! Steve was such a nice gentleman. I worked with him for years. May his soul rest in peace!

Togbe Addo I, Current Chief of the Ewe Association of Chicago:

 We just lost a good friend of the Ewe Association. May his soul Rest In Peace

Reverend Dr. Mary Adufah, Member, Council of Ghanaian Churches, Chicago.
Very sad indeed to reflect on the transition of our father and Warrior of the gospel of Christ Jesus, from this life to Home. The good Lord, strengthen and be with the bereaved family. Our prayers are with you.
May his soul rest in peace.

Ms.Carolyn Amexo, President, Ewe Association of Metropolitan Chicago, member of GNC and the Council of Ghanaian Churches, Chicago.

A nobleman to remember in the ministry of the Lord. May He Rest in Peace. On Behalf of the session and the entire E.P. Church, I express condolence to the Methodist church and the entire family.

Mr. Clement Timpo, Former President, GNC and Ewe Association of Metropolitan Chicago.

Very Sad news, my colleagues are departing one at a time! “Agbokemba” May his Soul Rest in Perfect Peace until we all meet again!

Further arrangements will be announced later.

Source: sankofaonline.com