1. Uncle Pee. I miss mentioning that name in person. Uncle you were always a light in the midst of darkness, an encourager when we were stressed and a beacon of hope in dire situations.
I remember when I started my medical journey, you clearly told me I could compete at the top level so I should consider taking the British exam. I heard PLAB for the first time from you and a couple of years on, I am practicing in the UK. I am glad to God you saw my desire come to fruition before your exit.
We shared so many special moments together. You were always present at my events. I miss all our fun conversations we had on politics, marriage, business and the word of God. I remember how you used to love talking about Joseph and how God picked him from prison to the throne. We agreed that your story will even be better. I thank God again that you made it to the throne like we had envisioned before your exit and we know we, your children will continue your great vision.
I remember how I made impromptu stops at your end and you were always ready to welcome me. You always tried your best to sort us out in every situation. Making numerous calls and contacting everyone that can be contacted. Uncle, you were truly a blessing unto us all.
We are all saddened by your exit but I am consoled because I know you are with our Father in Heaven. Even better, I strongly believe you fulfilled your mission on earth and if you were to live again you will still pursue your political career with the same passion. We are consoled because you fulfilled your divine purpose. Rest In Peace Uncle Marlon Pee.
Yours lovely Boala
2. Uncle Marlon… the life of every party, my friend and absolute favourite uncle…
The news of your demise came as a shock to me especially because I had literally just seen you three days prior to your death. I remember gassing you up about your new appointment as the DCE of the Guan District with my arms wrapped around your neck.
Every time I look back on our last meeting, I have several regrets. I wish I hugged you tighter, took selfies with you and sang your praises some more. I wish that I spent more time than I did with you. But I am consoled because you knew we loved you genuinely. I am glad we had many opportunities as a family to prove it to you. Thank you for believing in me throughout my educational journey and for speaking positive words into my life, marriage and career. You were probably my first ever patient because even as a medical student, you kept me updated on your health, your medications and constantly sought my medical opinion when you were unwell. Thank you for being present at every important event in my life.
I will miss you so much Uncle Marlon. I will definitely miss teasing you about your perpetual lateness to events. I will miss our endless political arguments and your old school dance moves at every family gathering. I will miss our occasional long phone conversations about everything and nothing. Your death hurt me so badly Uncle, but I know you are in a better place.
Heaven definitely gained an amazing Angel. Rest Easy Uncle Marlon.
May God be with you till we meet again.
Your daughter Atese
3. Uncle Marlon, as we your nieces and nephews affectionately called you. We were all in disbelief when we heard of your sudden demise. I still sit and say so I won’t be seeing Uncle Marlon again? Hmm, oh death!
You were our uncle whose presence was always felt as you heartily spoke about politics specifically the NPP almost every time we had a family gathering. Aside politics, you were good on all other subjects, exceptional at dancing and I clearly remember your dance moves at both Boala and Atese’s weddings. For those who were at Boala’s wedding, do remember the dance battle? I still believe Uncle won hands down.
You were always around to help when you could and loved the Akoto family dearly. I remember vividly how you worked so hard to ensure I had a good national service posting and I am eternally grateful for that. You died doing what you loved and though a void has been created within, I believe you fulfilled purpose and you are in a better place.
I will always remember you as the man with a passion for politics, kind and definitely the life of the party!
Rest In Peace Uncle Marlon
Love, Leninsor
