Tributes to Nanaa Kate
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Michelle (Leacock) Nelson
Konadu, I'm so sorry I could not be there in person but know that I am praying for your family's peace and comfort during this very difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to support you, albeit from a distance.
Love always
From Tawanna L. Whitehead
In Loving Memory
My condolences to the family of Mrs. Kate Halm-Lutterodt. Prayers to all as we celebrate the life of Madam Kate Halm-Lutterodt. I will cherish the love, laughter and memories of Madam Kate Halm-Lutterodt through the eyes of my friend, Konadu (Kay). My most treasured memory is of her great cooking. The excitement to know when Kay mentioned of her mom preparing lunch for us at Fidelity. As she Rest In Peace, I would like to thank Madam Kate Halm-Lutterodt for raising a beautiful, thoughtful and kind daughter.
With Love,
Tawanna L. Whitehead
From Charlotte Quist
Have my condolence
Tribute from the Grandchildren of the late Mrs. Agnes Lutterodt-Mould
Auntie Nanaa Kate as we affectionately call you, thank you for having a very big and loving smile every time you see any of us and as always imparting good advise. The Lord has called you home and even though we are going to miss you, we know all our ancestors are eagerly waiting to embrace you back into the fold with open arms. And that gives us comfort that you will be taken care of very well. You lived your life with integrity, pure honesty and self-assuredness. You will be surely missed by all but you are in good hands with the Lord.
Till we meet again.
Yookwesi, Amazia, Cherrie, Cordelia, Esther, Cassandra and King.
From Paa Harry and family
The world has a way of showing us much joy and at times, sadness. We honestly can’t find words to describe the deep hollow drilled down our hearts. We are hurt and to know that you went through the rigmarole of securing your place back on earth is quite unimaginable. Aunty Kate shared a very close relationship with us. She was able to give us a future through the Lord’s touch on her heart and yes she didn’t hold back.
Majority of us and many others came to this great country through her support and love and we are very grateful. Aunty Kate’s experience as a teacher, guided my children through their college years and she executed that with patience. While many describe your great sense of humor, I would say your smile was very infectious: your cheeks sneered and the corner of your eyes wrinkled to most of the conversations you had with us all. “Miss K” as most people call her, has left the days ahead filled with sadness....though our smiles will reappear, it won’t persevere and unmasked the face that once laughed at your presence. Many that knew Miss K will attest to her love for local African music and trust me, you won’t beat her on the dance floor. We will surely miss her dancing skills in our future family gatherings.
Now we have to mourn the loss of one we would have loved to keep but God who surely loved her best has finally made her sleep. Miss K! a piece of us went with you the day you went away. Sleep well and may your beautiful soul rest in perfect peace!!
From Professor Mark and Mrs. Monnie Jones- DUODU
I first met Kate around 1973 in Brooklyn, New York. And as the years rolled by, we became like sister and brother.
Our relationship strengthened when I introduced her to my future wife and the love ❤️ of my heart, Monnie Jones 💍-DUODU . Kate was the catalyst for our budding romance. She nurtured it with delicious Ghanaian dishes and anecdotes. And when I lost my way in Ghana 🇬🇭 for over 13 years, it was the intrepid Kate who brought us back together.
Whilst I am in Ghana 🇬🇭, Kate knew she could count on me to oversee her intractable business ventures. She was also my unofficial physician, recommending various medications for my peculiar ailments.
Kate is now in the presence of The Eternal God Who created her and Jesus The Christ Who saved her.
Professor
Mark Duodu
Kate was introduced to me by Mark in 1983. Even though I lived in New York City, distance was not a factor. Mark and I'd meet up with Kate at different social events, and routinely visit her in New Jersey on weekends. Kate Halm-Lutterodt would become my best girlfriend on earth❣️
Kate was amazingly in her approach to life, definitely multi-faceted. She loved Almighty God and was a follower of His Only Begotten Son Jesus Christ. Being indwelled by the Holy Spirit, she'd recite certain favorite Bible verses and share some of her favorite hymns. And this was done by phone! She even transcended phone lines.
New Year's Eve 1982, Kate, Mark, I and friends were out and about in New York City. We ate, danced and brought in 1983 with a bang!What an evening! And it seems like just yesterday.
Miss K was stoic in her reasoning, yet viscerally empathetic. This I know personally: when you had her support, she was all in with you regardless the inconvenience to her. Through the years, I'd learned there was no greater advocate, mediator, or cheerleader for you than Kate Halm-Lutterodt.
Kate was the definition of "perfectionist". There was no room for "half-steppin" with her in cooking, baking, dancing and greatest of all, LOVING. THANK YOU, DARLING KATE.
Mark and I will never forget, stop missing or loving Madam Kate Halm-Lutterodt.
Father God, to Your Glory You have decided to call YOUR Daughter, Kate Halm-Lutterodt "HOME".
HALLELUJAH, ANYHOW, ANYHOW, ANYHOW
Mrs. Monnie Jones-Duodu
In memory of Madam Kate Halm-Lutterodt
Memories of a mother’s love mean more as time goes by.
Konadu, you were blessed to be born to ONE mother, but know I have accepted you as a daughter, due to your bond formed with my daughter. Ever since she started her college journey, I began to hear the name “Ms. K”, and eventually I came to know you and Ms. Kate. Ms.Kate was instrumental in planning and arranging my first voyage on a cruise…., my exposure to “Black cake, and many other tasty treats and she also told me, “I’m glad Konadu and Mary are friends.”
Remember, your Mother knew the Lord God. Because she knew him she may have spoken with you and mentioned the strength she was given by having the FAITH in what our God could do for her, you and the family.
God listens when you feel alone or need someone to talk to,
God comforts if you have to cry sometimes.
God answers when you call out late in the midnight hour.
God shelters with His goodness all the time.
Someday, not now, and perhaps not for a long while,
You will remember all you shared with less pain and more joy.
But for now, just know God walks beside you every moment of every day to comfort you.
As you keep your Mother’s love in your heart, remember too, you’re surrounded by thoughts of support and caring-today and in all the days to come.
Sometimes there are no words, only prayers of caring and love.
Love one another deeply; from the heart
1 Peter 1:22 NIV
From Mrs Kateleen Halm-Lutterodt Lartey, Family and Siblings
To the best Aunty ever, thank you so much for everything in life. Kate Ashley as you normally called me when u call to ask of me and my kids "Dromo Naaa and Ludwig". U always wished you were in your youthful age to help me when I delivered my son "Ludwig "but all so good you did all what u can to help me.
Aunty Kate thank you my lovely Aunty for showing me how to be a good person and making some exquisite memories.You are my sunshine on a cloudy day and I love spending time with you.
Missed Forever
Sleep well in the Lord's Bosom.
From myself, Family and Siblings.
Mrs Kateleen Halm-Lutterodt Lartey.
Rest In Perfect Peace.
Tribute to my Auntie Kate
My Auntie Katie was young at heart, always elegantly dressed. She had the best dance moves and a great sense of humor always giving great advice. I have known her as my adoring Auntie forever as although she and my Mummy Goody were cousins they were sisters and cared deeply for one another. Auntie Kate you may have passed on but I will always treasure our special moments. Thank you for your love, care and concern and everything you have done for me and our family. I know you are in a much better place. I will be forever grateful and thankful that I knew a special lady like you.
Rest in Perfect Peace.
Nana
Mr Gerhardt Halm-Lutterodt & Siblings
We give glory to God for the wonderful sister given to us. Sister Kate, your untimely death took us all by surprise; words cannot describe the impact on us. We cherished all the good and bad times we’ve spent together over the years.
Sister Kate Yaawodzogbann.
From Dr. Nicholas E. Halm-Lutterodt (brother) Chicago, IL
My sister Kate’s lifetime of dedication and self-sacrifice serve as a monument to the exemplary woman she was. For me, I loved my sister Kate for so many reasons. She was a generous spirit, she was kind and had a caring heart, love of family and most of all I loved her for continuous advice she gave to me to keep the family together, no matter what. Her humility, integrity and hard work continue to inspire those who knew her. She will be sorely missed by all of us, both family and by her many friends whom she helped and inspired.
“Good Night, Good Night. Parting is such sweet sorrow, that I shall say good night, till it be tomorrow”. Shakespeare.
Until we meet again, my dear sweet sister.
Paa Nicho
From Nicholina Halm-Lutterodt
Auntie Kate was my auntie, I loved her very much. Even though I did not grow up with her physically, I knew she loved me and cared for me very much. The bond between my her and my dad Nicholas was undeniably enormous. I feel blessed and cherish the time we spent together.
It is hard to believe that you have been taken away at a time we least expected, it is very hard to come to terms with your sudden passing. Although she was 80, she never really grew old as she loved life and lived it got the full.
I did not have the chance to say goodbye.
Your nieces, nephews, whole family and I are going to miss you dearly. You will be living in the hearts of those you have touched and we will all remember you. I graciously believe she has gone home to be in Heaven and may God keep her in his everlasting bosom.
From Kenneth & Clarice Evans-Lutterodt
Memories - by Catherine Turner
Life can never stay the same
No matter how we try
Our hands can never stop
The clock of life from ticking by
But love remains, unchanging
In the care of sorrowing hearts
For as the love of life is stilled
The love of memory starts
Auntie Kate, Rest In Peace
From Janice Upshaw and Family
You have touched my life Ms. K, with your kindness and amazing sense of humor. My heart aches with sadness. If tears could build a stairway, I would walk up to heaven and bring you right back with us. There was no time to say goodbye, you were gone before I knew it and it still feels very surreal and only God knows why he took you so soon. May your soul rest in heaven until we meet again.
Konadu, losing your mom is one of the deepest pain and sorrow your heart can ever know, but her goodness, wisdom, and caring for you and your children will live on like a legacy of love that will always be with you, Elijah, Laila, and Nyla for the rest of your lives. May her love surround you now and bring you peace and joy. She will walk beside us every day, unseen and unheard but will always be near and dear. Ms. K watch over us from heaven and keep us safe in your loving arms. I will miss you dearly, especially that infectious smile, your delicious cooking, and all your wonderful dance moves.
Love Always
Janice Upshaw and Family
From Mary E. Truesdale
Dearest Ms. Kate/ Aunt Kate,
It is with heavy hearts we release your loving spirit back into our Father’s care. You are free from the burdens of this world and following the path God laid for you.
Your parting has left a void in our hearts, but we will fill it with many memories of joy, laughter, love, hugs, and kisses.
I will never forget the day I came home to visit with Ms. Kay 30 years ago and walked into your store on Maple Avenue. Walking into your big welcoming smile, your eyes sparkling like diamonds and warm hugs, while Uncle Panii smiled with approval sitting by the side of the counter. From that moment on, our lives where forever intertwined.
At all the family gatherings during special occasions, holidays, or just regular visits, love was always there. As years went by and we all started to grow older you would pick at us and tell us how fat we were getting but it was never said in a hurtful way. The funny thing is you would say in the next breath I baked a cake, made tidbits, or Jollof rice (any kind) for you.
You were an excellent, cook, baker, teacher, counselor, and most of all the most caring person (even at times when you were being stubborn). Anyone that needed anything, you were always there with an open door to your home, your pocketbook, your kitchen table, and your heart giving advice even when unsolicited.
You left your mark on this world and anyone that had the pleasure of making your acquaintance will never forget you. The greatest accomplishment in your life is your beautiful daughter Konadu that is a strong woman today because she was raised by a strong woman!!! “Life imitates art”; Ms. Kay and her children (the brightest stars of your life) Elijah, Laila, and Nyla.
I will miss all our talks, but I will always look out for Ms. Kay and the kids. You always told me that you never worried about Ms. Kay when she was with me. You said we were like sisters and always there for each other. Please know I will always honor my promise to you. Do not worry about them; God’s got it and I am here always.
Love You Always,
Mary Ella
Psalms 91:1-2
“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Amen.
From Joy Freeman
To our Dearest Sweetie G💔 we have shared many magical moments to hold on to❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏sending prayers and support to Konadu Elijah Nayla and Laila holding them tight with Gods arms.
Rest well Sweetie G❤.
Love, the Freemans - Doug Joy Bri & Jay
From Edward Mettle for GaDangme NJ.
Sister Kate,
Yaa wo odzogbang! Rest in perfect peace! You and my older sister "Lena Mettle" were school mates back home in Ghana, so when we met here in Newark, NJ in the 80's we immediately embraced each other and became acquaintances.
Over the years we met at many of the Ghanaian gatherings in New Jersey etc. When I joined GaDangme of New Jersey, in early 2000's you were there. Later on, I found out that you were part of the founding members of the organization. You held many Executive positions within the organization. The last one being that of the treasurer. You have not been with the organization for sometime now, but we still missed you. We know you excelled in all the jobs that were entrusted into your hands, especially when it came to your Christian walk.
You fought a good fight, you finished life race, and you kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7. On behalf of the members of GaDangme of New Jersey we say thanks for your service, have rest in father Abraham's bosom.
Again yaa wo odzogbang!
May your soul rest in perfect peace!
Amen and Amen!
Edward Mettle for GaDangme NJ.
Mrs Thelma Tetteh (nee- Halm-Lutterodt)
Always hoped to see you but I never got the chance. I had an aunt whom I never met but heard good things about, I heard you’ve got a free spirit, funny, smart, brave and very ambitious in fashion. I heard your voice on phone and always thought of you as a joyous soul. May you meet your maker with joy. Rest in Peace Auntie Kate.
From myself, family and siblings. Mrs Thelma Tetteh
From Roseline Eziye-Wilkins and Family
Aunty Kate -Beautiful, Smart, Brave, and Realest Woman ever. God Fearing and Family Oriented like Her Mother (Sweet Mother Awula Aba) You will Surely be Missed Forever.
Sleep well in the Bosom of the Lord.
Roseline Eziye-Wilkins and Family
"Sistah Kate" like l affectionately called her was one my favorite sisters-in-law and my best friend. We used to call each other all the time and talk endlessly on the phone. She told me that just like my birth name her mother's name was also Sarah. She accepted me into the family the very first time we met and we became fast friends. Sistah Kate, l will miss you and May Your Soul Rest In Perfect Peace.
Love always, Sarah Halm-Lutterodt
To my sister-in-law Kate
Tribute To Our Beloved Kate from The Forson Family
“Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.” & “Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.” KJV Proverbs 31:1 & 31:30
We are all carrying a heavy heart upon learning of the loss of our dear Kate.
She was a dynamic woman that represented so many different roles for different people in her life. For us it was from Mama Kate, Auntie Kate, Teacher Kate, in addition to being a Friend, Sister or even “Pantaloon”.
She excelled in all of these roles & titles. But more importantly she was our beloved Kate because of the person that she was: Genuine.
For the Forson Children [Samuel; Rosemary; Joe & Willis] she was Mama Kate. Her companionship with our mother Comfort Forson, helped to lay down the cornerstone and early foundation of which we stand on. It was their sisterhood & devotion to family that helped create a vision of working to build an American experience for their respective families to strive towards.
They were full of love and twists on many American traditions, the two young matriarchs found a way to acclimate themselves to the new American lifestyle, all the while maintaining their core Ghanaian culture & values.
An example of that could be seen in their way of celebrating Thanksgiving. Through ingenuity talent & skill, they were able to create a uniquely Ghanaian stuffing that we continue to make, now 40 years later.
Over the years, we knew when our dad, Mr. Isaac Forson, was talking to Auntie Kate on the phone. The big clue was the loud James Town greeting of “Pantaloon”. Each and every time that we heard it, we knew who was on the other line.
She received that nickname from Mr. Forson because she unabashedly wore jeans, pants, jumpsuits anywhere and everywhere in the early 1970s. For context, very few women were wearing pants on a regular basis in that time. However, she was a trailblazer with the confidence to match that spirit. She embodied the saying of “being comfortable in your own skin.” And that made her a role model for all of us.
And when our family had to say goodbye to our mom - whom passed in 2018 – “Mama Kate” was there for us. During that time, she provided guidance, love and help throughout the entire process.
We will miss you Auntie Kate. But your impact and memory will always live in our hearts forever –Gone But Never Forgotten. We pray that you will Rest In Peace in God’s bosom.
In Jesus name, Amen.
Love Mr. Forson, Samuel, Rosemary, Joe, and Willis
Tribute from Madam Commissioner Elizabeth Osei
This is My American mother - if l knew it will be last time that l will see u fall asleep l will tuck u in more tightly and ask time to slowly creep, if l knew it would be e last time to see u walk out e door l will give a hug and a kiss and call u back for more.
If l knew it would be e last time l would here your l would videotape each action so l could play them day after day, and could spare an extra minute to and say “l Love You” tomorrow is not promised to any one young or old today maybe the last chance. Take time to say am sorry forgive me it’s okay and if tomorrow never comes you’ve have no regrets thanks for everything u did for me RIP.
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