February 10
February 10
It's been 11 years now since my father died and I'm still trying to move on. I love you daddy, rest in peace.
This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Elias Konwufine, 38, born on August 25, 1974 and passed away on January 16, 2013. We will remember him forever.
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August 26, 2021
August 26, 2021
Dr. K, it is already 8 years since my friend moved on and I missed his inspiration. Gone too soon but your destiny was to soar to heights. Remember you with prayers to your family in the USA and the Cameroon.
August 25, 2021
August 25, 2021
A truly great mentor is hard to find...difficult to part with...impossible to forget! I am still following your guidance and miss you dearly.
August 25, 2021
August 25, 2021
Forever missed big Brother continue to Rest In Peace.
August 25, 2017
August 25, 2017
So lets's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessings if we don't give up. Galatians 6:9
Your guidance is still motivating me to do what is good! I think of you not only on this day, but everyday.
Your guidance is still motivating me to do what is good! I think of you not only on this day, but everyday.
June 23, 2017
June 23, 2017
Elias! You were a good friend and a good man. You are missed. Rest in peace.
January 17, 2016
January 17, 2016
Your spirit of inspiration will always be remembered.
August 25, 2015
August 25, 2015
In loving memory of classmate Dr Konwufine, on behalf of 91ers,we miss him so much and today being his birthday, we know he is in a better place and vacuum he left,he is forever in our hearts and its a journey we will take to meet him also. To him family ,its a painful reminder of him going to soon but the CREATOR best know why.
August 25, 2015
August 25, 2015
In loving memory of classmate Dr Konwufine, on behalf of 91ers,we miss him so much and today being his birthday, we know he is in a better place and vacuum he left,he is forever in our hearts and its a journey we will take to meet him also. To him family ,its a painful reminder of him going to soon but the CREATOR best know why.
August 25, 2015
August 25, 2015
Years are rolling on , but your dynamic trend remains a driving force that reminds many that the sky should be the limit, while we still live within this rather unpredictable time-frame in God's world.
August 25, 2015
August 25, 2015
Your advice still guides me. You will never leave my thoughts nor my heart.
August 25, 2014
August 25, 2014
Happy 40th Birthday Uncle!
There's not one day that goes by without me thinking of you, I miss you. Forever you'll be in my heart...
There's not one day that goes by without me thinking of you, I miss you. Forever you'll be in my heart...
August 25, 2014
August 25, 2014
On your 40th birthday, today August 25, your entrepreneurial spirit remains an inspiration to those you prematurely left behind.
August 20, 2014
August 20, 2014
Elias,
Repose in peace. I was touched by story.
My god bless your family and give them the strength to be stronger and keep your memory.
With God blessing!
Gregoire Nleme
Repose in peace. I was touched by story.
My god bless your family and give them the strength to be stronger and keep your memory.
With God blessing!
Gregoire Nleme
January 16, 2014
January 16, 2014
One year ago … the Konwufine family lost a father, bother, and husband; the Awing community in Cameroon and abroad lost an illustrious son; the Cameroonian community at home and abroad lost a self-reliant development role model; the academic community in Florida and worldwide lost a rising academician. Pa Dr. K, as you rest in eternity on the 365th day, our memories of you are still as fresh as though you only departed from us a month ago. May you continue to rest in perfect peace!!!
August 25, 2013
August 25, 2013
Happy birthday !!! Dr. K. We all loved you.
April 29, 2013
April 29, 2013
PA, Your unimaginable tragic passing has remained a shock to those who knew you particularly when i pick up the book we planned publishing.You had proof read it and went further to propose questions at the end of every chapter.When eventually published , it will remain a living testimony of your legacy.So "death , where is your sting, corinth 15:55". Pa K lives on.
February 24, 2013
February 24, 2013
The memory of an illustrious son of contemporary Awing kingdom is painfully fading away. Friends and well-wishers of Pa/Dr. Elias Konwufine, are still staring helplessly at the rising sun above the horizon, for answers. However, to everyone adhering to his philosophy of staying away from laziness and procrastination, in order to be successful in life, Dr. K. will always be forever, near.
February 21, 2013
February 21, 2013
Best uncle/dad one can ever ask for. I will always remember you, miss you.
February 20, 2013
February 20, 2013
Our Brother from the 1991 Batch have been laid to rest but it seems as if its not real to many of us. We thank all you who were able to be there to give him his due respects as he was a symbol of great respect for others.
All our memories will never fade as i see you in our school days. Your spirit lives in on. Adieu Konwufine!!
All our memories will never fade as i see you in our school days. Your spirit lives in on. Adieu Konwufine!!
February 20, 2013
February 20, 2013
Dr K, I had the chance to meet you during our PhD Residency. You inspired me all through and through. You gave me hope, and told me that you will travel this journey with me. But, God knowing what is best for His children decided to call you. He always knows best. I will miss you bro. May the good Lord grant you enternal rest and perfect peace. Bro, Let's meet again.
February 18, 2013
February 18, 2013
I can't believe you're gone! Condolences from my family to the konwufine family. Dr. K. you will be miss, you were one of my favorite dean at KU. May your soul rest peaceful. Dr. K. Was my guidance counsel/dean. It really bothers me that I didn't get the opportunity to say "until we meet again Pa/Dr. K God will protect you in heaven".
February 8, 2013
February 8, 2013
Pa K, what can I say but that you will be greatly missed? Though that is an understatement. You will be missed at our NACDA-NA EXCO meetings, you will be missed at the NDE PEKEM calls. One thing I know is that you have rested from all your labors. R.I.P with the Lord till we meet again.
February 2, 2013
February 2, 2013
My dear Brother,
You are going to a place of no sorrow nor pain
A place of joy and glory
Because of that, we will weep no more
Farewell my brother, Farewell
You are going to a place of no sorrow nor pain
A place of joy and glory
Because of that, we will weep no more
Farewell my brother, Farewell
January 31, 2013
January 31, 2013
Pa Konwufine, you were one of a kind, very humbled, hardworking, committed, caring, loving, family oriented, God fearing and much more. You have left a legacy for us to follow. We cannot question God because He alone has the answer why you had to go now. Please prepare a place in Heaven for us while we continue on with your legacy here on earth. You will forever be in our midst. R.I.P
January 31, 2013
January 31, 2013
Dr. K, words cannot express how much you have impacted my life. You were a true gift to us all and one that I will always cherish in my heart. In your own words...thank you for being the strongest person that I have ever known.
January 31, 2013
January 31, 2013
Amazing Character, Strong Personality. You defined the qualities of a great leader and an inspiration to those you came in contact with, far and near. I strive to become just as great of an individual through the times you shared your words of wisdom...to make you proud.
Forever in my heart Uncle, Rest In Peace
Forever in my heart Uncle, Rest In Peace
January 31, 2013
January 31, 2013
Your days on this earth were few when measured in units of time, but you lived a very long and fulfilling life when measured by the magnitude and impact of your accomplishments. Through your personal successes, you bestowed honor to our family, Awing Kingdom, Cameroon, and world-wide academia. Bye, my friend and brother. May your soul rest in peace, as I cherish these wonderful memories
January 30, 2013
January 30, 2013
Gone too soon! Taken so early and so young! Pa Dr. K, I am so very sad at your passing; you were the little brother I have always wanted. A strong man with a positive attitude and yet a very humble in spirit! An African prince for the Awing community. But God wanted your positive spirit Dr. K, to help him with His work in another location. Rest in peace my friend!
January 30, 2013
January 30, 2013
IS IT REALLY TRUE! It was devastating to receive the unbelievable news of the passing of our beloved Dr K. The enormity of the devastation compounds itself when it came not long after a family get-together and just a few weeks after NACDA Golden Jubilee in which Elias was a key player and an imprimatur. What a loss for our Fondom! Life is a passing stage, a veritable transient experience for each
January 30, 2013
January 30, 2013
Dr K,my tears are almost finished.I believe you had a special mission on earth and you almost accomplished it.We will learn to follow your steps of generosity. R.I.P
January 30, 2013
January 30, 2013
Pa Dad Uncle Bro Dr K regrets! I know your state of mind at that split second the Lord opened the Window into Eternity. On a similar cold winter night; a bright summer morning; a leisurely Saturday morning...my hopes evaporated into frustration…BUT when the Lord uses this as the Gateway to Eternity, our sinful souls lament over the right answer "Lord here I am" FAREWELL !! Trail Blazer !!
January 29, 2013
January 29, 2013
You left too soon Dr k. You had so much love for mankind but God had another mission for you. Go prepare a place for us. God is watching over those you left behind.
January 29, 2013
January 29, 2013
In our human eyes you may have gone too soon, but for the short time you spent here so many lives were impacted by you. Our God who knows why will surely take care of those you've left behind. Rest in Peace.
January 29, 2013
January 29, 2013
You impacted the lives of so many in the short time you were here. You will forever be missed, remembered and not forgotten.
January 29, 2013
January 29, 2013
I never had the privilege to meet the departed, but must cry out in anguish that a star has fallen too soon. A giant has been cut down barely a quarter of the lifespan allotted to him. I pray he was prepared to meet his creator, and I pray we all prepare to meet our creator as we do not know the day of our own departure. Mortality is but a breath of air. May the Almighty comfort his family
January 28, 2013
January 28, 2013
Doc. You impacted many lives during your brief stay on Earth. You where an inspiration to many because of your hard work and dedication to success and progress. Even your death has impacted and trasformed many lives and your life will be celebrated from generation to generation. You were truely a hero. We will miss you but God loves you more. Rest in Peace
January 28, 2013
January 28, 2013
In these difficult times, we're given an opportunity to celebrate one's life, rejoice for the time shared, but look forward to a hopeful future. For some of us Christians, faith teaches us that we can emerge triumphant through grief just as Jesus Christ saved mankind by His death on the cross. As my priest would say, "We can't change the past and don't know the future. The choices we make right no
January 28, 2013
January 28, 2013
The death of my friend and coworker Dr. K was a total shock to all of us. It was so unexpected. Dr. K was a valued member of our graduate school and I had the pleasure of working with him on many committees and projects. He was a tireless worker and a great asset to our work and to the world of academia. I will always miss him.
January 28, 2013
January 28, 2013
Pa Konwufine,I have never met you but when I was hinted that a PEMEXAN (PSS Mankon Ex-student),and an Awing at 38 was already a Dean of a Post Graduate program in the USA, I was eager to discover the person.This track record was complemented with community development initiatives which gave you exceptional leadership qualities. God alone has the answer for this precipitated death.
January 28, 2013
January 28, 2013
Never knew you but went online to read what happened. It is such a shame but I bet you are in a better place. The Almighty is always there to pick up your loved ones. He will comfort them. RIP
January 27, 2013
January 27, 2013
Pa Dr K, your memories shall leave with us forever, your examples shall be emulated and the world shall continue to feel your presence in the good works you did for mankind when you could.
We have lost a great one but God has gained a great companion. May He bless and watch over your wife, children and the entire Awing Fondom as we are left with a vacuum so huge to fill.
Ivo Wankie
We have lost a great one but God has gained a great companion. May He bless and watch over your wife, children and the entire Awing Fondom as we are left with a vacuum so huge to fill.
Ivo Wankie
January 26, 2013
January 26, 2013
Who could ever imagine that the accolades ascribed to your name would be allocated to one so young? The smile or absence there of left you with a look of peace coupled with academic excellence, generosity, and inspiration for progress. You simply walked in your youth, where our elders alone dared to tred. If God gave you 40 more years, I wonder what you wouldn’t have achieved. You ran a great ra
January 26, 2013
January 26, 2013
Dr. K and I worked together at KU for the last 6 years. He was my friend and I loved him dearly. At KU we have a motto " Students First," I learned the meaning of this motto from Dr. K. He was an example of this motto in everyway. From the day I met him until I last day I saw him, he was always working for his students. He was their professor, mentor and someone they looked up to.
January 25, 2013
January 25, 2013
From: your neighbor JEAN SAINT FLEUR
To: The family
The past should only be viewed with gratitude for the good things. So look backward with gratitude and look forward with confidence.
courage, may God with this wonderful family.
To: The family
The past should only be viewed with gratitude for the good things. So look backward with gratitude and look forward with confidence.
courage, may God with this wonderful family.
January 25, 2013
January 25, 2013
Your name shall live on in the hearts of KU staff.
Gone but not forgotten!
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal"
Gone but not forgotten!
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal"
January 25, 2013
January 25, 2013
It is with shock and great sorrow that I hear of your passing Elias. I am stunned! We worked together in Chicago and in Atlanta and your humor and spirit will be remembered.
May you rest in peace and may God grant your family the faith to bear His will.
May you rest in peace and may God grant your family the faith to bear His will.
January 25, 2013
January 25, 2013
I heard your name at the NACDA conversion of June 2011 hosted in Maryland and that struck me. I never met you but never forgot your name either. I was very proud to learn that a young Cameroonian was Dean at a US University and moreso, an AWING man! A very proud moment for me. Your passing has left a void, but hope that many of us can follow in your example. Rest in Peace.
January 24, 2013
January 24, 2013
Pa/Dr. Konwufene, I do not personally know you in person but your committments and good deeds amongst your people makes you distinct. why so soon though. We will always remember your hard work on this earth. Pray God continue to guide and give you the strength to continue in HIS kingdom. Rest in perfect peace.
January 24, 2013
January 24, 2013
Pa Konwufene, its with heavy hearts that we got the breaking news from the diaspora. Lord keep watch over them better again. We wish God almighty to grant traveling mercies to your family on their way back home. May perpetual light shine on to you for ever as you rest in the eternal kingdom of the Lord.
Adieu in-law greet Pa John for me.
Adieu in-law greet Pa John for me.
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February 10
It's been 11 years now since my father died and I'm still trying to move on. I love you daddy, rest in peace.
August 26, 2021
August 26, 2021
Dr. K, it is already 8 years since my friend moved on and I missed his inspiration. Gone too soon but your destiny was to soar to heights. Remember you with prayers to your family in the USA and the Cameroon.
August 25, 2021
August 25, 2021
A truly great mentor is hard to find...difficult to part with...impossible to forget! I am still following your guidance and miss you dearly.
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An Angel Was Amongst Us: A Poem
January 29, 2013
Dear Lord, it's Death again - He's always there - Watching, waiting - e'er the stare
Every time I look behind
Or reach to pull the window blind
Oh death, please be kind
An Angel whispered to him take my hand and
come with me
you're work here is done.
Gone...but where?
I cannot call you on the phone or knock on your office door
No matter how loud I cry and scream you can’t respond
My eyes filled up with tears as I heard the news
It never occurred to me, how much I and you stand to lose
I find myself wishing that it wasn't real
Every time I think about it, the pain I still feel
When you lose someone it can be hard to take The pain that you feel when your heart has to break The memories we will keep, are all in your mind
We will feel better, I am sure with time
To be absent from the body
Is to be present with the Lord Your dust returns to earth Your spirit returns to God
1.The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; and my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
When God ordains, He sustains.
May God bless us all! Rest, rest in peace Dr. K, thank you for everything, and goodbye my friend! Amen
Gone too soon...
January 29, 2013
by Anwi Etame
Pa Elias, you left us way too soon. Your kindheartedness, warmth, love and generosity will be missed by so many.
I still have vivid memories of my first trip to Ft. Lauderdale, FL in 2006. You came by my hotel and picked me up and took me to your home where we (you, Franca, Lourdes and Doreen) all sat down to a well prepared meal, roasted fish and miondo to be precise by your dear wife Francesca. I still cherish the great memories and laughter we shared during that visit. Our next encounter was in 2007 when you came to Chicago with your entire family for my graduation from optometry school. Last but not the least when I had my first baby in 2011 you called my husband and I to extend your well wishes and welcomed us into parenthood.
Pa Elias, your death has come as a shock to all of us.
You lived an admirable life here on earth. You had such an outstanding character; a character that truly defined you as an individual- a man full of grace, love, patience and principles. Pa Elias, you left a lasting yet pleasant impact on so many lives. Pa Elias, you were as "GOOD" as they come.
Your legacy will live forever through Lourdes, Lyndon and Liam.
Francesca, may God comfort and give you strength as you raise these three lovely children into great leaders just like their father.
We will miss you dearly, Pa Elias.
May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
Anwi Ngando Etame
January 28, 2013
The death of my friend and coworker Dr. Elias "Dr. K" Konwufine's was a total shock to all of us. It was so unexpected. Dr. K was a valued member of our graduate school and I had the pleasure of working with him on many committees and projects. He was a tireless worker and a great asset to our work and to the world of academia.
I know that death is never easy to accept, but I know that when it is so unexpected it adds to the grief. I know for sure that I would have liked the opportunity to let him know how highly regarded he was. I will always be sorry that I didn't do that as much as I should have. Dr. K and I had an African connection, me from Morocco and him from Cameroun established an early and immediate bond between us from day one since our first encounter. Dr. K spent few of his formidable years in Morocco, and had only wonderful memories of my birth country. We spent hours discussing African culture, traditions, and how lucky we were to live in the wonderful United States of America, a country where all cultures were represented, each contributing to the wealth and strength of this nation. We mainly did all our conversations in French as he was fluent in several languages. It was always so therapeutic talking to him…I will always miss him.
Zachary M. Lahlou, MD, MBA