April 3
April 3
You would have turned 60 TODAY ...
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, AATSA ATOGHO, 57 years old, born on April 3, 1964, and passed away on January 13, 2022. We will remember him forever.
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January 18
January 18
Couple years gone…but I still hear you and feel you…where in the world are you now?
January 18
January 18
Couple years gone…but I still hear you and feel you…where in the world are you now?
January 13
January 13
Two years and counting...we remember...
January 13
January 13
It's been 2 years ...
Still so sorely missed and so fondly remembered.
REST ON, Bro.
Still so sorely missed and so fondly remembered.
REST ON, Bro.
April 3, 2023
April 3, 2023
Makossa dey that place wey you dey so di man? You di saka na weti for your birthday?
April 3, 2023
April 3, 2023
On your birthday, Rest peacefully Aatsa. We still miss you loads.
January 14, 2023
January 14, 2023
Dear Aatsa, I can't believe it's been a year already since you Transitioned onto Glory. May you continue to Rest in Peace with the Lord.
January 13, 2023
January 13, 2023
1 an déjà
Le temps passe vite, 2ans que Mama Monica nous a aussi quitté, papa Athogo, tontonAwuru…
RIP
Beaucoup de courage à sa femme et ses enfants, sans oublier Barbara, Ata, ses frères et sœurs… Puisse Dieu veille sur vous et vous soutienne
Le temps passe vite, 2ans que Mama Monica nous a aussi quitté, papa Athogo, tontonAwuru…
RIP
Beaucoup de courage à sa femme et ses enfants, sans oublier Barbara, Ata, ses frères et sœurs… Puisse Dieu veille sur vous et vous soutienne
January 13, 2023
January 13, 2023
One year gone and still not real!!! Chai Aatsa! My brother, rest on.
January 13, 2023
January 13, 2023
Grand frere Aatsa,
It has taken me a year to put pen to paper here, as my heart still cannot comprehend what my mind knows to be true. Bro, you told me "send me the concept note" and then silence. I called and called and then Prof Ewusi shattered my world with the news. You promised we will finish that PhD in 2022, remember? Anyways, who would have known that exactly 3 months later, on April 13, my son Nathan will join you? I wondered if you went to wait for him? Could it be? Everyday l pray and wait for God to make me understand the bigger picture. What was the lesson here? Why did you leave us all behind? Like me, your Indain brother Daniel hasn't been able to move forward. But we just decided that we must do it this year, to honour you, and dedicate our PhDs to you, and get it DONE. It was your one wish, so we will do it. I cannot tell you how l long for that day we will meet with Jesus. Then l will show you my certificate. Thank you for your mentoriship, your friendship and most importantly, discipleship. Rest Easy Warior for Jesus. UPEACE 2018-2022, Oye! GK
It has taken me a year to put pen to paper here, as my heart still cannot comprehend what my mind knows to be true. Bro, you told me "send me the concept note" and then silence. I called and called and then Prof Ewusi shattered my world with the news. You promised we will finish that PhD in 2022, remember? Anyways, who would have known that exactly 3 months later, on April 13, my son Nathan will join you? I wondered if you went to wait for him? Could it be? Everyday l pray and wait for God to make me understand the bigger picture. What was the lesson here? Why did you leave us all behind? Like me, your Indain brother Daniel hasn't been able to move forward. But we just decided that we must do it this year, to honour you, and dedicate our PhDs to you, and get it DONE. It was your one wish, so we will do it. I cannot tell you how l long for that day we will meet with Jesus. Then l will show you my certificate. Thank you for your mentoriship, your friendship and most importantly, discipleship. Rest Easy Warior for Jesus. UPEACE 2018-2022, Oye! GK
April 5, 2022
April 5, 2022
Aatsa Anchimbe,
Since you left us, my life has not been the same. I have lost all interest in the social media.
It is really really hard to believe that you gone.
Happy birthday brother.
The other Aatsa.
Since you left us, my life has not been the same. I have lost all interest in the social media.
It is really really hard to believe that you gone.
Happy birthday brother.
The other Aatsa.
April 4, 2022
April 4, 2022
Big brother Aatsa would indeed be remembered for the life he lived on earth. His works indeed live after him. The pleasant pages of his life as we know are now unfolding before us.
His has always been a life spent loving and serving others; from his leadership in the church, pastoring the youths, his professional life and career: Always ready to lend a helping hand, attentive to the woes and plight of those in distress.
He was quite a selfless, altruistic and yet perfectible person.
Being my spiritual mentor, aka disciple maker, he coached me on the way of life, helping re-orientate my teen years and directing me in the ways of the Lord. He was my big brother and support system. His love and passion for his profession so marked me that as a youngster my one drive was becoming what he was.
Today I am an accomplished Translator/ Conference Interpreter with 20 years’ experience -for crossing his path, because he inspired.
I am forever grateful for the foundation he laid in my life.
Georges and him so bonded in recent years and planned on watching the ongoing AFCON opening match, mais hélas! That tennis game with Sharis Oneke would never hold; such is life.
Rest on valiant soldier. You fought the good fight! You are greatly missed. The flames remain aglow as we continue in the steps Christ the master builder trod. (I Peter 2:21)
To Sis. Eleanor, Sharis, Eric and the Atogho family, please continue to take heart and find peace in the fact that he is in a better place resting from all his labors.
God is sovereign!
Faustina BOTA
Conference Interpreter (Mentee)
Yaounde, 3rd February 2022
April 3, 2022
April 3, 2022
Happy Birthday my man….
So this is not a joke eh? You are seriously not coming back? Any visiting hours on that side? Hmmmm. Say something nah this man….
So this is not a joke eh? You are seriously not coming back? Any visiting hours on that side? Hmmmm. Say something nah this man….
February 12, 2022
February 12, 2022
Uncle Aatsa was a great man. A leader of children, of youth, an elder who knew how to push to excellence, who could talk about spiritual things, but without disconnecting them from practice and reality
i bless the lord for his influence in my life and in the lives of many in our generation.
I will not forget a phrase with which he introduced his speech during a picnic when he was only 40 years old. He said "we don't have much time left". He used this short time for a good cause. We beg God's grace to do the same
i bless the lord for his influence in my life and in the lives of many in our generation.
I will not forget a phrase with which he introduced his speech during a picnic when he was only 40 years old. He said "we don't have much time left". He used this short time for a good cause. We beg God's grace to do the same
February 12, 2022
February 12, 2022
Dear Aatsa, it is still very hard to write here.
You were so full of life, warm, selfless and humorous. You knew how to uplift people's spirits and used the appropriate expression to make each one of your friends feel special; we could therefore not easily accept that you would leave us this soon!
You never missed a chance o remind every person who cared to listen, to not miss Heaven, as you did your best to be there.
Aatsa, my special friend, you were a good man and our God has taken you away from the evil days ahead, and you are resting in peace.
Rest on, Aatsa.
We will forever hold your memories in our hearts.
You were so full of life, warm, selfless and humorous. You knew how to uplift people's spirits and used the appropriate expression to make each one of your friends feel special; we could therefore not easily accept that you would leave us this soon!
You never missed a chance o remind every person who cared to listen, to not miss Heaven, as you did your best to be there.
Aatsa, my special friend, you were a good man and our God has taken you away from the evil days ahead, and you are resting in peace.
Rest on, Aatsa.
We will forever hold your memories in our hearts.
February 12, 2022
February 12, 2022
It has taken me almost a month to live the reality that Aatsa Atogho, fondly called Toguy in our CCAST Bambili days, is gone. What a great loss! At the peak of his powers, he left suddenly without the remotest warning. Shocking is an understatement. I couldn’t sleep for three consecutive days after receiving the confirmation of that distressing and depressing message.
I first met Aatsa in September 1981 when we all arrived CCAST Bambili as teenagers teeming with hope and expectations. He had such charisma and goodwill that he instantly became popular, and was voted the Socio-Info Officer in a fiercely competitive election campaign in 1982. In those times, this post was equivalent to the Social Prefect and much more, a very prestigious position, and that one of the conditions to hold the post was academic excellence which he had in good measure. He performed his duties with style and competence in the 1982/83 academic year until we left CCAST in 1983.
Aatsa was prodigious in talent: an academic and intellectual powerhouse, activist for justice; motivator, seasoned conversationalist, a humourist par excellence, preacher of God’s gospel, committed Christian, sports enthusiast, community builder, leader of men, man of integrity; top level professional in his field of translation and interpreting; orator, showman, socialite, fashionista; had a photographic and encyclopaedic memory; music connoisseur; and many more excellent qualities that cannot all be listed here. Above all, Aatsa showered everyone with love and unity of purpose wherever he went.
In March 2021, the class of CCAST Bambili 1981 batch-- known as CCAST Stars -- reconvened and voted Aatsa as President. He was the brain behind the much acclaimed and hugely successful 40th anniversary celebrations (1981-2021) throughout the whole world in October 2021, and notably in Yaoundé.
We thank God for sending you, and that the excellent example you displayed as a human being on this earth will be emulated by all who met you; and those who will come to learn of your good ways and works.
Goodbye Aatsa! We thank you for all the great and good works you did on this earth before your departure.
May Aatsa’s soul rest in peace with the Almighty Living God.
Likene
I first met Aatsa in September 1981 when we all arrived CCAST Bambili as teenagers teeming with hope and expectations. He had such charisma and goodwill that he instantly became popular, and was voted the Socio-Info Officer in a fiercely competitive election campaign in 1982. In those times, this post was equivalent to the Social Prefect and much more, a very prestigious position, and that one of the conditions to hold the post was academic excellence which he had in good measure. He performed his duties with style and competence in the 1982/83 academic year until we left CCAST in 1983.
Aatsa was prodigious in talent: an academic and intellectual powerhouse, activist for justice; motivator, seasoned conversationalist, a humourist par excellence, preacher of God’s gospel, committed Christian, sports enthusiast, community builder, leader of men, man of integrity; top level professional in his field of translation and interpreting; orator, showman, socialite, fashionista; had a photographic and encyclopaedic memory; music connoisseur; and many more excellent qualities that cannot all be listed here. Above all, Aatsa showered everyone with love and unity of purpose wherever he went.
In March 2021, the class of CCAST Bambili 1981 batch-- known as CCAST Stars -- reconvened and voted Aatsa as President. He was the brain behind the much acclaimed and hugely successful 40th anniversary celebrations (1981-2021) throughout the whole world in October 2021, and notably in Yaoundé.
We thank God for sending you, and that the excellent example you displayed as a human being on this earth will be emulated by all who met you; and those who will come to learn of your good ways and works.
Goodbye Aatsa! We thank you for all the great and good works you did on this earth before your departure.
May Aatsa’s soul rest in peace with the Almighty Living God.
Likene
February 12, 2022
February 12, 2022
It is with the deepest sympathy and condolences to Eleanor, Shari and Eric that I write this message for the loss of your husband and father. The shock of hearing what happened to Aatsa is still incomprehensible. As a very good friend during our time in CPC Bali from 1976 to 1981 and beyond until pursue of our educational qualifications and profession took us far and wide around the world, the connection was always there. Aatsa, your ever caring friendship and awareness will be missed. Your kindness towards my family without even me knowing will for ever be most appreciated. Your believe in God never waivered and impacted so many. It’s hard to write because I do not want to accept that you are gone, I have played songs as we will sing in CPC to sooth the pain, but it is still not real. Out of sight has never been out of mind between us and it will stay that way. RIP Aatsa my good friend.
Humphrey Tebit
Humphrey Tebit
February 11, 2022
February 11, 2022
Tonton Aatsa nous a beaucoup impacté en tant que jeunes au centre de Damas !
Il nous a toujours encouragé à donner le meilleur de nous dans le service au Seigneur !
Il va nous manquer énormément !
Mais nous nous réjouissons du fait qu'il est auprès du Seigneur !
Toutes nos sincères condoléances à la famille Atogho. Que le Seigneur vous console !
Famille Fosso à Québec
Il nous a toujours encouragé à donner le meilleur de nous dans le service au Seigneur !
Il va nous manquer énormément !
Mais nous nous réjouissons du fait qu'il est auprès du Seigneur !
Toutes nos sincères condoléances à la famille Atogho. Que le Seigneur vous console !
Famille Fosso à Québec
February 11, 2022
February 11, 2022
A Tribute to AATSA ATOGHO from Bridget Teboh:
Greetings Family & Friends!! I am still in shock at Aatsa’s passing onto Glory. This is too painful to accept. I've put off writing and posting this Tribute because it will make this death real. Aatsa Atogho was my friend, my brother and Classmate in the Bilingual Series, Ngoa-Ekele, Yaoundé. He was a gentle soul with a good heart; always willing to help. He was the kindest, loving father to Sharis and Eric, and husband to Eleanor. His generous nature enhanced lives and brought happiness to many. Only God knows why He snatched Aatsa away from us! Who am I to question God? His ways are not our ways. We are but mere mortals, passing through this life.
We were a small group of students enrolled in that "Serie Bilingue," Class of ’86, who formed a strong and lasting bond. We travelled to France, Lyon together, and completed that program together. Though we moved on to various careers and sometimes in different countries and across continents, we tried to stay in touch and remained brothers and sisters.
Aatsa, your legacy lives on!! Go well bother!! You will be dearly missed!!
Bridget A. Teboh
UMass Dartmouth, USA
Sister, friend, Classmate
January 23, 2022
Greetings Family & Friends!! I am still in shock at Aatsa’s passing onto Glory. This is too painful to accept. I've put off writing and posting this Tribute because it will make this death real. Aatsa Atogho was my friend, my brother and Classmate in the Bilingual Series, Ngoa-Ekele, Yaoundé. He was a gentle soul with a good heart; always willing to help. He was the kindest, loving father to Sharis and Eric, and husband to Eleanor. His generous nature enhanced lives and brought happiness to many. Only God knows why He snatched Aatsa away from us! Who am I to question God? His ways are not our ways. We are but mere mortals, passing through this life.
We were a small group of students enrolled in that "Serie Bilingue," Class of ’86, who formed a strong and lasting bond. We travelled to France, Lyon together, and completed that program together. Though we moved on to various careers and sometimes in different countries and across continents, we tried to stay in touch and remained brothers and sisters.
Aatsa, your legacy lives on!! Go well bother!! You will be dearly missed!!
Bridget A. Teboh
UMass Dartmouth, USA
Sister, friend, Classmate
January 23, 2022
February 11, 2022
February 11, 2022
Dear Aatsa,
l am thankful for the practical lessons in humility, transparency and friendship you taught me.
Rest in Peace with the Lord.
Dan
l am thankful for the practical lessons in humility, transparency and friendship you taught me.
Rest in Peace with the Lord.
Dan
February 10, 2022
February 10, 2022
Dearest Aatsa, my dear brother. I am still completely overwhelmed by the news of your passing, but starting to believe. When last you came to stay with us in Geneva, you fell ill with malaria, and I left you at home, went to work, came home and you had messed up my kitchen - completely helpless at sorting out your meals. It has since been a standing joke between us, and I have waited impatiently for you to come back, so I could take time off, and spoil you properly. How was I to even imagine that that was the last time you would visit us here? Our hearts are broken. We loved you, but the Lord loved you more. Rest in peace in His bosom, dearest brother. You will always be remembered with so much love and affection.
February 10, 2022
February 10, 2022
Victor did not give us a chance n left us with so much tears. Thankfully your life was full of love and though you are physically gone you remain fully alive in our hearts. Like u usually said " allez dire"
Take good care my friend. Hysen
Take good care my friend. Hysen
February 9, 2022
February 9, 2022
We are here to celebrate your life
And the measure of its worth
And every single life you touched
While you were on this earth.
We wish to pay our last respects.
That's why we are all here,
To thank you for your friendship
And all the memories we hold dear.
It's been a privilege to have known you.
We were family, not just friends,
And we will carry you in spirit
Until we meet up once again.
And the measure of its worth
And every single life you touched
While you were on this earth.
We wish to pay our last respects.
That's why we are all here,
To thank you for your friendship
And all the memories we hold dear.
It's been a privilege to have known you.
We were family, not just friends,
And we will carry you in spirit
Until we meet up once again.
February 8, 2022
February 8, 2022
Mon frère Aatsa que j'appelais souvent affectueusement " bro " , je réalise que tu es vraiment parti. Dans notre réflexion d'être humain, nous disons que ton séjour sur terre a été bref. Mais seulement, seul le Seigneur décide quelle pourrait être la durée de celui-ci et surtout dépendant de la mission à accomplir. Il a été certes court, mais bien rempli. Je pense ce que tu avais à faire l'a été sans tache.
Tu étais une personne spéciale. Par exemple je ne t'avais jamais vu fâché au point de ruminer quoi que ce soit. Tu essayais toujours de comprendre les autres tout en les encourageant à la persévérance, car la vie n'est autre que persévérante tout en ayant confiance en l'Etre suprême qui est le Très Haut Jésus Christ.
Il n'y a pas que les humains qui aiment ce qui est bien, mais Dieu t'a aimé mieux que nous, raison pour laquelle il t'a rappelé à Lui. LUI seul saura comment combler le vide laissé. Malgré la douleur de la séparation, je suis
persuadée que tu contemples déjà le visage du Seigneur et que sa lumière sans fin va briller sur toi ainsi que sur mama Ada et paa Atogho qui t'ont précédé auprès de Lui.
Tu étais une personne spéciale. Par exemple je ne t'avais jamais vu fâché au point de ruminer quoi que ce soit. Tu essayais toujours de comprendre les autres tout en les encourageant à la persévérance, car la vie n'est autre que persévérante tout en ayant confiance en l'Etre suprême qui est le Très Haut Jésus Christ.
Il n'y a pas que les humains qui aiment ce qui est bien, mais Dieu t'a aimé mieux que nous, raison pour laquelle il t'a rappelé à Lui. LUI seul saura comment combler le vide laissé. Malgré la douleur de la séparation, je suis
persuadée que tu contemples déjà le visage du Seigneur et que sa lumière sans fin va briller sur toi ainsi que sur mama Ada et paa Atogho qui t'ont précédé auprès de Lui.
February 8, 2022
February 8, 2022
On behalf of the entire Ajeh’s family , we are extending our heartfelt condolences to the Atogho’s family for your loss. May the almighty grant you the serenity to accept the things you cannot change & also to the wife and children of Asta May God fill the void in your hearts and the vacuum in your home.
RIP Brother Asta Atogho.
RIP Brother Asta Atogho.
February 7, 2022
February 7, 2022
My dear brother Aatsa the news of your sudden departure is very shocking. However, I thank God for your life and the lives of the many that you impacted. Your charm captivated everyone you encountered.
For me, I will miss a caring and loving brother, a brother who knew how to make me feel comfortable and a brother who often checked on me from different parts of the world.
From the many tributes and testimonies, you have left an indelible mark on the lives of your family members and all who crossed your path.
My brother you have fought the good fight, you have finished the race and you kept the faith and all I can say now is Adieu big brother. Rest on in perfect peace.
For me, I will miss a caring and loving brother, a brother who knew how to make me feel comfortable and a brother who often checked on me from different parts of the world.
From the many tributes and testimonies, you have left an indelible mark on the lives of your family members and all who crossed your path.
My brother you have fought the good fight, you have finished the race and you kept the faith and all I can say now is Adieu big brother. Rest on in perfect peace.
February 6, 2022
February 6, 2022
*GOD Loves you more, Aatsa.*
It's hard to believe Aatsa has gone ahead. He was always an opinionated person whose presence was felt wherever he was. From childhood, he differentiated himself by stating what he thought even to people a lot more senior, including our parents, to their great surprise. He was willing to stand up for what was right and to defend those who had no support, sometimes to his detriment. I am assuming he will do the same in the great beyond. But he will be sorely missed here.
For the service he was able to render to others, we give God the Glory. For the services others rendered to him, we also give God the Glory.
We thank God for his life. May his soul rest in peace.
With much love,
Awuro and Mboni Atogho.
It's hard to believe Aatsa has gone ahead. He was always an opinionated person whose presence was felt wherever he was. From childhood, he differentiated himself by stating what he thought even to people a lot more senior, including our parents, to their great surprise. He was willing to stand up for what was right and to defend those who had no support, sometimes to his detriment. I am assuming he will do the same in the great beyond. But he will be sorely missed here.
For the service he was able to render to others, we give God the Glory. For the services others rendered to him, we also give God the Glory.
We thank God for his life. May his soul rest in peace.
With much love,
Awuro and Mboni Atogho.
February 6, 2022
February 6, 2022
When we lose someone we love, we must not learn not to live without them, but learn to live with the love that they left behind. Aatsa, the love you left is deeper than the oceans and higher than the mountains. You exuded love for the fellow human beings irrespective of their high status or humble fate. You greatly enriched the ICTR society and touched many of our hearts. Rest well, rest in eternal peace.
February 6, 2022
February 6, 2022
Hmmm. Saying farewell to Aatsa?
You told us to make sure we give compliments to everyone while they're with us. Aatsa, you also told me the truth as you perceived it and listened also to our own side of every debate.
During my days of growing up in your family home especially at nouvelle route Bastos, Mma, Yugie and I enjoyed many special treats from you as a big brother.
You always made sure we stayed on track spiritually with your many words of encouragement. I will never forget your public declaration of your focus in life with the poster on your door which said ' A holy man lives here'
You were a special friend and son to my mum, and you sang many times together with mami. You lived a life of simplicity even though you had a comfortable upbringing. An example of this was a visit you made to kumba many years ago. You stayed with us in our uncompleted house and blended in with the temporary inconveniences at the time. Mummy tried to stop you from coming but you insisted and said if we can stay there while it is still under construction then you can as well.
You made time to not only call when you came to London but also visited and of course checked on our relationship with God always. Once a big brother, always a big brother!
I know your legacy lives on and I pray that your greatest support system here on earth Eleanor, and your lovely children Sharis and Eric will benefit from all your labour of love. I pray that the Holy Spirit, our great Comforter will strengthen the whole family in Jesus mighty name
Good night Aatsa, well done and rest well.
You told us to make sure we give compliments to everyone while they're with us. Aatsa, you also told me the truth as you perceived it and listened also to our own side of every debate.
During my days of growing up in your family home especially at nouvelle route Bastos, Mma, Yugie and I enjoyed many special treats from you as a big brother.
You always made sure we stayed on track spiritually with your many words of encouragement. I will never forget your public declaration of your focus in life with the poster on your door which said ' A holy man lives here'
You were a special friend and son to my mum, and you sang many times together with mami. You lived a life of simplicity even though you had a comfortable upbringing. An example of this was a visit you made to kumba many years ago. You stayed with us in our uncompleted house and blended in with the temporary inconveniences at the time. Mummy tried to stop you from coming but you insisted and said if we can stay there while it is still under construction then you can as well.
You made time to not only call when you came to London but also visited and of course checked on our relationship with God always. Once a big brother, always a big brother!
I know your legacy lives on and I pray that your greatest support system here on earth Eleanor, and your lovely children Sharis and Eric will benefit from all your labour of love. I pray that the Holy Spirit, our great Comforter will strengthen the whole family in Jesus mighty name
Good night Aatsa, well done and rest well.
February 5, 2022
February 5, 2022
We met at College Bilingue Yaounde Summer school (Holiday classes) 1980.
You were one of the popular students in the year above me, full of fun and laughter and with lots of friends around you. They called you 'Toguy'. I was the nerdy one, the introverted loner with thick black rimmed glasses, a prickly demeanour and an ever present scowl. You saw through it all, and had the kindness even as a teenager to reach out and reassure me that I was enough.
Throughout the years, we made our separate paths in life and I have never forgotten your earnest eyes, your passionate and intense strength of conviction. In our last conversation, you told me how proud you were of me!
Your voice still rings in my ears. You continue to inspire me even after you are no longer here, and that is your legacy. We have to accept that your work on this our earth is done, but we know that you continue to play your magic in the lives of those who were privileged to share some part of yours.
My deepest condolences to Ojong, Sharis and Eric and to your siblings including my friend and classmate Mma.
You were one of the popular students in the year above me, full of fun and laughter and with lots of friends around you. They called you 'Toguy'. I was the nerdy one, the introverted loner with thick black rimmed glasses, a prickly demeanour and an ever present scowl. You saw through it all, and had the kindness even as a teenager to reach out and reassure me that I was enough.
Throughout the years, we made our separate paths in life and I have never forgotten your earnest eyes, your passionate and intense strength of conviction. In our last conversation, you told me how proud you were of me!
Your voice still rings in my ears. You continue to inspire me even after you are no longer here, and that is your legacy. We have to accept that your work on this our earth is done, but we know that you continue to play your magic in the lives of those who were privileged to share some part of yours.
My deepest condolences to Ojong, Sharis and Eric and to your siblings including my friend and classmate Mma.
February 5, 2022
February 5, 2022
Brother Aatsa, watching many many more of your friends, family and in-laws talk so.... much about you and how you touched their hearts bring so much tears to my eyes as you left us so... soon. So, I am laying this flower to pay my last respect to you as you will be lay to rest next weekend, Saturday 12 February 2022. Rest in Peace my dear cousin brother Aatsa. It is well.....
February 5, 2022
February 5, 2022
Aasta My brother, my friend ….I still cannot do this, but I know you who understood me better than most, will understand why.
My brother, my dearest friend, thank you for being you. I cannot do more than this, and I can see that smile on your face saying “I know Ju”…my brother, I still see you, I still hear you, I can still hug you…all in my heart and that is how you will always be…forever in my heart ♥️
My brother, my dearest friend, thank you for being you. I cannot do more than this, and I can see that smile on your face saying “I know Ju”…my brother, I still see you, I still hear you, I can still hug you…all in my heart and that is how you will always be…forever in my heart ♥️
February 5, 2022
February 5, 2022
Je ne sais pas vraiment quoi écrire
Pas simple de réaliser que tu es parti
Une chose que je sais, c’est qu’en notre Dieu, il n’y a pas de hasard. Je m’incline Seigneur.
Tu laisses un vide, nous perdons notre grand frère. Un des nôtres.
En fait, là à Tsinga,, je t’ai vu é commencer à marcher avec Dieu. Nous avons continué, vécu une merveilleuse vie en Dieu Mon frère, nous avions alors fait le bon choix.
Que notre Dieu, nous aide à terminer la course.
Qu’il console Eléonore, les enfants, Barbara, Ata, et toute la famille. Qu’Il nous console tous et nous raffermisse.
Merci Seigneur pour le chemin parcouru
Merci pour ce qu’Aatsa nous a apporté.
Sa mort n’est pas un hasard.
Damaris, ta petite sœur.
Au revoir grand frère.
Pas simple de réaliser que tu es parti
Une chose que je sais, c’est qu’en notre Dieu, il n’y a pas de hasard. Je m’incline Seigneur.
Tu laisses un vide, nous perdons notre grand frère. Un des nôtres.
En fait, là à Tsinga,, je t’ai vu é commencer à marcher avec Dieu. Nous avons continué, vécu une merveilleuse vie en Dieu Mon frère, nous avions alors fait le bon choix.
Que notre Dieu, nous aide à terminer la course.
Qu’il console Eléonore, les enfants, Barbara, Ata, et toute la famille. Qu’Il nous console tous et nous raffermisse.
Merci Seigneur pour le chemin parcouru
Merci pour ce qu’Aatsa nous a apporté.
Sa mort n’est pas un hasard.
Damaris, ta petite sœur.
Au revoir grand frère.
February 5, 2022
February 5, 2022
Aatsa Atogho and I have been friends since September 1988. I am very grateful for the treasure trove of positive memories that I have of my friendship with Aatsa. Aatsa was a trustworthy, supportive and emotionally available friend. Aatsa showed up, checked in with me, and actively listened during good or challenging times. Honesty, hard work, humility, altruism, risk-taking, and gratitude were some hallmarks of Aatsa’s character that added value to our friendship. Aatsa’s core values in life will continue to motivate and inspire me as a person and professional. “Thanks my man” were Aatsa’s last words to me on January 1, 2022. Rest in peace, my man! - Claude Zesseu
February 5, 2022
February 5, 2022
Sleep well my junior brother “ Daddy Atogho.”
You completed your mission and the stories and lessons will keep on impacting humanity as you so desired.
Thank you for your selfless love;
Thank you for being the light wherever you were;
Thank you for the exuberance you exercised in all you did;
Thank you for seeing life as it is, to be lived;
Thank you ! Thank you Aasta for your exemplary faith in GOD Almighty.;
Thank you for the love and gratitude you expressed always and which you know I cherished.
Thank you for the parting gifts you, prepared for your three big sisters Jessie, Anne & Marie.
Aasta how can we say goodbye when you are so present?
I light this candle with confidence that You live on through all the world received from you.
Love
Big Sis Marie Louise
February 4, 2022
February 4, 2022
It has taken me almost 1 month to gather myself to write something. Still confused but yet reassured that you are in a better place, where there is no sorrow, no pain, no worries…. My brother, I miss you, our conversations, sharing the frustrations we went through and you giving words of hope. You made your sisters’ friends yours and carried their burdens. Rest on Mon frère Aatsa. Rest in the bosom of the Lord! Miss you lots
February 4, 2022
February 4, 2022
My dear Brother now that you are gone
You’re no longer here to share
the bond we had together a bond of love and care.
I miss you so very much,
And my tears I cannot hide
You are always by my side.
Ever since you went away, Life has never been the same
Yet, it comforts me to know that one day we’ll meet again.
You’re no longer here to share
the bond we had together a bond of love and care.
I miss you so very much,
And my tears I cannot hide
You are always by my side.
Ever since you went away, Life has never been the same
Yet, it comforts me to know that one day we’ll meet again.
February 4, 2022
February 4, 2022
Beloved grand frère,
It's so difficult to talk about someone like you in the past tense. l hope l'll be able to come out of the shock of your homegoing so as to focus on getting myself ready to meet you someday never to separate. Aatsa, you were an ocular proof to me that Jesus christ can transform a man. You surrendered your life to Jesus as a young undergraduate and served Him passionately with all of your being until your final breath. Your faith and commitment to the Lord was & will continue to be one of my key reminders that we all really need to inspire before we expire because no one is guaranteed the next minute in this transient life.Thank you so much for sharing your voice, money, time, energy and faith wherever you went. I am particularly blessed to have spent so many years under the same roof with you in Tsinga, nouvelle Route Bastos and Nsimeyong. In November, you told me you were going to visit me, Festus and the kids in Atlanta this 2022 and Festus was anxiously looking forward to continuing his discussion with you about your PhD program but, the Lord had a different agenda in place for us all. Aatsa, enjoy your well-deserved heavenly rest as you continue to count your numerous rewards from the Lord Jesus. Greetings from Festus and the children.
I will really miss you.
Petite soeur,
Yugis
It's so difficult to talk about someone like you in the past tense. l hope l'll be able to come out of the shock of your homegoing so as to focus on getting myself ready to meet you someday never to separate. Aatsa, you were an ocular proof to me that Jesus christ can transform a man. You surrendered your life to Jesus as a young undergraduate and served Him passionately with all of your being until your final breath. Your faith and commitment to the Lord was & will continue to be one of my key reminders that we all really need to inspire before we expire because no one is guaranteed the next minute in this transient life.Thank you so much for sharing your voice, money, time, energy and faith wherever you went. I am particularly blessed to have spent so many years under the same roof with you in Tsinga, nouvelle Route Bastos and Nsimeyong. In November, you told me you were going to visit me, Festus and the kids in Atlanta this 2022 and Festus was anxiously looking forward to continuing his discussion with you about your PhD program but, the Lord had a different agenda in place for us all. Aatsa, enjoy your well-deserved heavenly rest as you continue to count your numerous rewards from the Lord Jesus. Greetings from Festus and the children.
I will really miss you.
Petite soeur,
Yugis
February 3, 2022
February 3, 2022
Aatsa,
We’ve walked together for a biblically significant 40 years. In the first two years we were 7 of us. You tagged that group the “magnificent 7”. We were all adventurous and exuberant but focused on the essential, our studies. You took an early leadership role as Socio-Cultural Officer in the CCAST Bambili student government of 1982-1983.
You became not only an esteemed professional but a leader in your translation/interpretation professional corps as you presided APTIC. You told me a word wrongly translated/interpreted could cause the 3rd World War.
We didn’t worship together a lot, but I know You fearlessly pursued your search for the face of JESUS.
You founded a family which you worked very hard to develop. We shared the challenges of parenthood and both wondered if we will live up to the standards of up bringing our parents bequeathed on us.
Fast forward to the last two years.
You finally assumed your grey hair.
You took the lead of our CCAST81 batch, and our 40 years friendship as a batch is rekindled to die no more.
The magnificent 7 has lost a branch. The 6 of us standing will meet in memory of you Toguy, Socio, Pa Aatsa.
You and I started a book project. I will pursue that dream.
You took up motivational speaking with passion and you kept fit with tennis and outdoor running.
I called you guitar boy (you brought and played your guitar at my wedding).
You called yourself “lonesome cowboy”, depicting the new turn in your professional life as you spent a lot of time away from home.
You coined your trademark phrase “INSPIRE BEFORE YOU EXPIRE”.
Where are you Aatsa? Did you EXPIRE? NO. You inspired enough people, old and young to continue inspiring others on your behalf.
Lonesome cowboy. Are you somewhere feeling lonely? You spent decades seeking the face of Jesus Aatsa. Walk with him. Sleep in his arms. Dine on his table.
Adieu Toguy.
Adieu Socio
Adieu Presy
Till we meet to part no more.
Papi Cerrone
We’ve walked together for a biblically significant 40 years. In the first two years we were 7 of us. You tagged that group the “magnificent 7”. We were all adventurous and exuberant but focused on the essential, our studies. You took an early leadership role as Socio-Cultural Officer in the CCAST Bambili student government of 1982-1983.
You became not only an esteemed professional but a leader in your translation/interpretation professional corps as you presided APTIC. You told me a word wrongly translated/interpreted could cause the 3rd World War.
We didn’t worship together a lot, but I know You fearlessly pursued your search for the face of JESUS.
You founded a family which you worked very hard to develop. We shared the challenges of parenthood and both wondered if we will live up to the standards of up bringing our parents bequeathed on us.
Fast forward to the last two years.
You finally assumed your grey hair.
You took the lead of our CCAST81 batch, and our 40 years friendship as a batch is rekindled to die no more.
The magnificent 7 has lost a branch. The 6 of us standing will meet in memory of you Toguy, Socio, Pa Aatsa.
You and I started a book project. I will pursue that dream.
You took up motivational speaking with passion and you kept fit with tennis and outdoor running.
I called you guitar boy (you brought and played your guitar at my wedding).
You called yourself “lonesome cowboy”, depicting the new turn in your professional life as you spent a lot of time away from home.
You coined your trademark phrase “INSPIRE BEFORE YOU EXPIRE”.
Where are you Aatsa? Did you EXPIRE? NO. You inspired enough people, old and young to continue inspiring others on your behalf.
Lonesome cowboy. Are you somewhere feeling lonely? You spent decades seeking the face of Jesus Aatsa. Walk with him. Sleep in his arms. Dine on his table.
Adieu Toguy.
Adieu Socio
Adieu Presy
Till we meet to part no more.
Papi Cerrone
February 2, 2022
February 2, 2022
Death has kept me in the middle of the sea by taking you away. What of the promise you made to me? Thank you for the advice you gave me in the village to always forgive and forget of which I did. You were my spiritual adviser. You wrote me from the hospital to stay well and I did not know those were your last words to me. You promised to solve some family issues and you have gone to the lord.
I trust God will solve them for you. Tell Papa God to give the family wisdom to stay in unity. Greetings to those who went before you. We love you but God loves you more. Travel well.
May your soul rest in peace.
I trust God will solve them for you. Tell Papa God to give the family wisdom to stay in unity. Greetings to those who went before you. We love you but God loves you more. Travel well.
May your soul rest in peace.
February 2, 2022
February 2, 2022
Cher Tonton Aatsa, Ta famille, tes amis, tes collègues, tous ceux qui t'ont connu et apprécié… la famille Fodop Tout le monde te pleure. Tu pars bien trop tôt, bien trop vite… Et ta disparition nous rappelle comme une évidence que nous sommes finalement bien peu de choses et qu'il faut profiter de chaque seconde, de chaque minute ici bas… Nous avons été très heureux que tu nous en accordes quelques-unes… Toi, qui savais faire beaucoup avec si peu, toi qui savais cultiver l'amour et l’amitié… tu rendais ces moments rares... Comment les oublier ? Comment oublier le tonton fidèle et généreux, l’ami apprécié, le pasteur aimant le père attentionné que tu as toujours été pour nous ? Impossible.
-Pasteur , tu as envahi la zone d’Ahala , prêchant la parole de Dieu aux perdus avec à tes côtés ton ami et fidèle co-ouvrier le feu Pst Marcel Fodop, jusqu’à la naissance du Nouveau Centre Chrétien d’ahala.
-Un Homme au grand cœur , humaniste, tu as toujours témoigné ton affection envers nous , envers notre papa disant du bien de lui et par dessus tout tu as plusieurs fois payé nos frais académiques après le décès de papa.
-Tu as su nous orienter dans nos études tout en veillant à notre évolution, par appels , par messages, par des visites etc Tu as toujours été présent .
Ta mémoire sera toujours gravée dans nos coeurs. Tu laisses un vide immense derrière toi. Et pour mieux le surmonter, nous n’aurons qu’à nous souvenir de ton rire, de ta bonne humeur, de ta bonté et de ton éternel optimisme.
Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord; so REST, Uncle Aatsa.
We will see you in the morning.
Philippe Fodop
(On behalf of the Fodop Family)
-Pasteur , tu as envahi la zone d’Ahala , prêchant la parole de Dieu aux perdus avec à tes côtés ton ami et fidèle co-ouvrier le feu Pst Marcel Fodop, jusqu’à la naissance du Nouveau Centre Chrétien d’ahala.
-Un Homme au grand cœur , humaniste, tu as toujours témoigné ton affection envers nous , envers notre papa disant du bien de lui et par dessus tout tu as plusieurs fois payé nos frais académiques après le décès de papa.
-Tu as su nous orienter dans nos études tout en veillant à notre évolution, par appels , par messages, par des visites etc Tu as toujours été présent .
Ta mémoire sera toujours gravée dans nos coeurs. Tu laisses un vide immense derrière toi. Et pour mieux le surmonter, nous n’aurons qu’à nous souvenir de ton rire, de ta bonne humeur, de ta bonté et de ton éternel optimisme.
Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord; so REST, Uncle Aatsa.
We will see you in the morning.
Philippe Fodop
(On behalf of the Fodop Family)
February 2, 2022
February 2, 2022
In the spring of 1996, while a student at the University of Yaoundé I, I became ill to the point I couldn't attend lectures anymore. You invited me to come and stay at your house atop that hill in Damase, to rest and recuperate, until I could go back to my lectures. What started out as a stay of a few days, turned into weeks, if not months.
I wasn't the only young man being hosted by you at that time: when I arrived, two other brothers were there already. Over time, young brothers would come and stay for various durations. You were our youth pastor, and some of us were your disciples. Your house was sort of a care home for young adults from all walks of life without discrimination: the sick, the poor, the homeless, the odd ones, the good, the bad and the ugly. You not only cared and nurtured us spiritually, but you fed us, sheltered us, mentored us, advised us and taught us life skills.
In all that, you never asked anything in return, not even expected any expression of gratitude. You loved without measure, not only in words but even more in deeds. It was just all part of who you were.
You lived your life without a mask.
Your extroversion, enthusiasm, empathy, authenticity, straight talking and aliveness touched everyone you met, and left lasting impressions on me.
You taught me to play the guitar, and some of your passion for that instrument rubbed off on me.
I saw you put on a shirt through the head, like one puts on a T-shirt, ie without unbuttoning it completely. Since then I've never completely unbuttoned a shirt to put on or put off :-)
That stay in your house in the Spring-Summer 1996 touched me for life, and from then on I was privileged to be one of your friends, one of countless friends who I'm sure would share similar testimonies.
When we last met at my house in Ottawa in the Summer of 2019 when you came to visit us, I would never have imagined it was our last.
Aatsa, my brother, my friend, my role model, you live on in our memories, and in the countless lives you touched.
Rest in Peace!
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took me in, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me."
I wasn't the only young man being hosted by you at that time: when I arrived, two other brothers were there already. Over time, young brothers would come and stay for various durations. You were our youth pastor, and some of us were your disciples. Your house was sort of a care home for young adults from all walks of life without discrimination: the sick, the poor, the homeless, the odd ones, the good, the bad and the ugly. You not only cared and nurtured us spiritually, but you fed us, sheltered us, mentored us, advised us and taught us life skills.
In all that, you never asked anything in return, not even expected any expression of gratitude. You loved without measure, not only in words but even more in deeds. It was just all part of who you were.
You lived your life without a mask.
Your extroversion, enthusiasm, empathy, authenticity, straight talking and aliveness touched everyone you met, and left lasting impressions on me.
You taught me to play the guitar, and some of your passion for that instrument rubbed off on me.
I saw you put on a shirt through the head, like one puts on a T-shirt, ie without unbuttoning it completely. Since then I've never completely unbuttoned a shirt to put on or put off :-)
That stay in your house in the Spring-Summer 1996 touched me for life, and from then on I was privileged to be one of your friends, one of countless friends who I'm sure would share similar testimonies.
When we last met at my house in Ottawa in the Summer of 2019 when you came to visit us, I would never have imagined it was our last.
Aatsa, my brother, my friend, my role model, you live on in our memories, and in the countless lives you touched.
Rest in Peace!
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took me in, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me."
February 1, 2022
February 1, 2022
"WE ARE SAVED TO SERVE"
That's what Tonton Aatsa taught us during one of our first youth meeting in Bastos yde.
You were an exceptional youth leader,very close to us,making everyone feel special.
You motivated us to move up.you were there to encourage us when things went wrong and to congratulate us when we did well.
Tonton yassas as the Jewish friends called you.After my return from the UK you said I did well you were proud of me.
You stood by me preached and blessed me on my wedding day.
Waah this can't be real we are missing you already.
Rest on big brother,You did well.
That's what Tonton Aatsa taught us during one of our first youth meeting in Bastos yde.
You were an exceptional youth leader,very close to us,making everyone feel special.
You motivated us to move up.you were there to encourage us when things went wrong and to congratulate us when we did well.
Tonton yassas as the Jewish friends called you.After my return from the UK you said I did well you were proud of me.
You stood by me preached and blessed me on my wedding day.
Waah this can't be real we are missing you already.
Rest on big brother,You did well.
February 1, 2022
February 1, 2022
My dear brother Aatsa,
It is so hard to be writing a tribute to a beloved brother who was loved by so many. For the many years I’ve known you since my years in CPC High School, I’ve been inspired by your kind and sincere friendship to everyone around you. You always demonstrated true humility and respect for everyone, no matter who that person is, or what their status is. You will along extremely well with people, and you were always highly respected, as both a person and a professional. You’ve gone back home so soon dear brother. We loved you so much and wanted you to stay with us, but God, our creator loved you more and took you to His loving home and freed you from your pain. I pray that the family and friends that you have left behind can take comfort that you are no longer in pain and you’re resting peacefully in the bosom of our Lord, and we trust in Him that your spirit will remain with us forever. We wish you a safe and peaceful trip back home to be with our Creator until we meet again. We pray for strength, peace, and harmony during this very difficult time.
I wish your wife and children God’s eternal blessings! The God of ALL will be their shield and protector, and everything else they need Him to be, especially now.
Sincerely,
Ephraim Abam
It is so hard to be writing a tribute to a beloved brother who was loved by so many. For the many years I’ve known you since my years in CPC High School, I’ve been inspired by your kind and sincere friendship to everyone around you. You always demonstrated true humility and respect for everyone, no matter who that person is, or what their status is. You will along extremely well with people, and you were always highly respected, as both a person and a professional. You’ve gone back home so soon dear brother. We loved you so much and wanted you to stay with us, but God, our creator loved you more and took you to His loving home and freed you from your pain. I pray that the family and friends that you have left behind can take comfort that you are no longer in pain and you’re resting peacefully in the bosom of our Lord, and we trust in Him that your spirit will remain with us forever. We wish you a safe and peaceful trip back home to be with our Creator until we meet again. We pray for strength, peace, and harmony during this very difficult time.
I wish your wife and children God’s eternal blessings! The God of ALL will be their shield and protector, and everything else they need Him to be, especially now.
Sincerely,
Ephraim Abam
February 1, 2022
February 1, 2022
Ni Aatsa, you made me to feel special; each time I told you I was in Yaoundé or you were coming to Buea, you would always find time to see me, take me to some fascinating place and inspire me with your hilarious stories. Everytime I have to cover a conference, I revise the numerous idiomatic expressions you taught us when you came to ASTI. For instance, Uncle you were cut out to inspire my world, though you expired a little too soon. I cannot but miss you so badly
January 31, 2022
January 31, 2022
TRIBUTE from Solomon Akonji
Aatsa,my super hero, my personal person, my disciplinarian, my teacher, etc.A complete man yet so gentle, so jovial, and always ready to render services in church, Social gatherings and to people who came across you. On the 22 nd of November ,2021,you called me on phone to asked if we were already asleep, l said no,because we were doing evening Meditation ,you told me to check on something at Up Station, l said yes, l will, even though cars were not moving.
Little did I know that was my last discussion with you my super friend.
You will never go anywhere without informing your personal person, After warning me and my family to stay indoors, what sent you out? I live it up to God. I know God will replace the vacuum you have left.
Though you are gone, your foot prints will always be in my heart because I know you mummy and Daddy are in a better place where there is no pain,yes you are at peace with God.
You told me always to be very serious with my Spiritual life. Yes your dead fortfied my Spiritual life. God will wipe every tear from their eyes, crying or pains, for all other things have passed away. Yes, you were that super man whose soul brought joy and fulfillment to many and your legacy will live on forever. I know l have a guardian angel that watches on my back. You are gone from my side but never from my heart.You will be in my heart forever.
R.I. P. my friend.
Aatsa,my super hero, my personal person, my disciplinarian, my teacher, etc.A complete man yet so gentle, so jovial, and always ready to render services in church, Social gatherings and to people who came across you. On the 22 nd of November ,2021,you called me on phone to asked if we were already asleep, l said no,because we were doing evening Meditation ,you told me to check on something at Up Station, l said yes, l will, even though cars were not moving.
Little did I know that was my last discussion with you my super friend.
You will never go anywhere without informing your personal person, After warning me and my family to stay indoors, what sent you out? I live it up to God. I know God will replace the vacuum you have left.
Though you are gone, your foot prints will always be in my heart because I know you mummy and Daddy are in a better place where there is no pain,yes you are at peace with God.
You told me always to be very serious with my Spiritual life. Yes your dead fortfied my Spiritual life. God will wipe every tear from their eyes, crying or pains, for all other things have passed away. Yes, you were that super man whose soul brought joy and fulfillment to many and your legacy will live on forever. I know l have a guardian angel that watches on my back. You are gone from my side but never from my heart.You will be in my heart forever.
R.I. P. my friend.
January 31, 2022
January 31, 2022
When I received the news that Thursday morning, my heart sank. It was like a movie to me. Then I realized it was a path we all are gonna take. The few moments we spent together taught me a lot that will take me for a life time. Not having you around leaves a gap no one can fill.
You lived the life of a leader, you've inspired me in many ways and so have you inspired other youths.
We will forever miss you Uncle. I hope we meet again on the other side.
Rest in perfect peace.
You lived the life of a leader, you've inspired me in many ways and so have you inspired other youths.
We will forever miss you Uncle. I hope we meet again on the other side.
Rest in perfect peace.
January 30, 2022
January 30, 2022
Uncle Aatsa,
I don't always leave tribute messages, except for my lovely mom and dad. I would have done it for uncle Ben KISSO as well but I didn't have the opportunity. If I do it for you today it is because you inspired me.
YES! YES! YES!, you did inspire before you expired.
I do remember the good old days of discipleship. You were my first and only disciple maker (Godfather) so far. You appointed Auntie Mma as interim when you couldn't.
After our last meeting in Paris I secretly cherished the thought that our next meeting will be in Arusha during one of my business trips to Nairobi or in Yaoundé for a leisure trip. God has decided otherwise. I need to hold tight to the Faith so as to meet you on THE Glorious trip. On Calvary Jesus Christ paid the trip ticket and all expenses for me to meet you one day and enjoy eternal life with you by HIS side.
For sure you are one of the people I will ask from God or the angels to see when I get to heaven.
Farewell Uncle Aatsa until we meet again.
Adieu!!!
I don't always leave tribute messages, except for my lovely mom and dad. I would have done it for uncle Ben KISSO as well but I didn't have the opportunity. If I do it for you today it is because you inspired me.
YES! YES! YES!, you did inspire before you expired.
I do remember the good old days of discipleship. You were my first and only disciple maker (Godfather) so far. You appointed Auntie Mma as interim when you couldn't.
After our last meeting in Paris I secretly cherished the thought that our next meeting will be in Arusha during one of my business trips to Nairobi or in Yaoundé for a leisure trip. God has decided otherwise. I need to hold tight to the Faith so as to meet you on THE Glorious trip. On Calvary Jesus Christ paid the trip ticket and all expenses for me to meet you one day and enjoy eternal life with you by HIS side.
For sure you are one of the people I will ask from God or the angels to see when I get to heaven.
Farewell Uncle Aatsa until we meet again.
Adieu!!!
January 30, 2022
January 30, 2022
Dear Aatsa, It was always a pleasure to hear your talk, dishing out words of wisdom, putting smiles on our faces! Such joy to watch you play the guitar with so much simplicity and dexterity communicating God's word! Gone too soon brother, we will really miss you. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Gladys Awa Mofor.
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April 4, 2022
The Sunday, the African Cup of Nations was about to start, all the vuvuzelas all around Yaoundé could be heard, and of course daddy could hear them. When I walked into the hospital room, nothing could have prepared me for what I saw. My heart fell to my stomach and I felt like I could not breathe because it was all too real that you were REALLY SICK! You first said to me "Do you see why good health is important?" (always trying to teach something) or at least you tried to say it because you barely had strength to speak through the CPAP, and I nodded YES! Every breathe came with a great deal of struggle and it broke me, because that is the most energetic man I know. If it broke me, I cannot imagine what it was doing to you mentally cause I know you were fighting! As I stood there observing you, in the silence, we could hear your CPAP making a vibrating sound that sounded a lot like, one of the many vuvuzelas blowing that day.
You looked up at me and said "They have given me my own vuvuzela" We could not hold it in, and we both laughed. I know that is where Eric and I get our humor from. That evening, I wanted to let you know I was thinking about you and sent you a text that said "Laughing with your parents is such a precious moment." and it truly is. I just hope you know I adored you like crazy even though you could talk my ears off. I truly loved and admired you because you shaped and molded me most.
You looked up at me and said "They have given me my own vuvuzela" We could not hold it in, and we both laughed. I know that is where Eric and I get our humor from. That evening, I wanted to let you know I was thinking about you and sent you a text that said "Laughing with your parents is such a precious moment." and it truly is. I just hope you know I adored you like crazy even though you could talk my ears off. I truly loved and admired you because you shaped and molded me most.
I Just cant believe it!
March 20, 2022
by Ytal Joy
We met on plane few years ago and keep in touch till before apparently his passing.
He was going to translate my book in english. Its been couple weeks I've been texting, calling, til I got worried and eventually Google him to see if I could find out something.
So sad to get this news. Mr. Aatsa Atogho was just a great man with good influence and inspiration.
May God bless his soul and keep his eyes on his family.
He was going to translate my book in english. Its been couple weeks I've been texting, calling, til I got worried and eventually Google him to see if I could find out something.
So sad to get this news. Mr. Aatsa Atogho was just a great man with good influence and inspiration.
May God bless his soul and keep his eyes on his family.
AATSA'S LIFE STORY, IN HIS OWN WORDS!!!
January 23, 2022
VOSAWORLD RADIO'S "MUSINGS & MUSIC" TALK SHOW HOST, EGBE MBIWAN MONJIMBO, SAT DOWN, LATE IN SEPTEMBER OF 2021, TO A VERY INFORMATIVE, EDUCATIVE & HUMOR-LACED CHAT WITH VETERAN TRANSLATOR-INTERPRETER, AATSA ATOGHO, IN THE FIRST EDITION OF THE "INSPIRE BEFORE YOU EXPIRE" SERIES - AN OFFSHOOT OF THE MISSION of "CCAST 81 STARS", (an exceptional group of Ladies and Gentlemen who attended the CAMEROON COLLEGE OF ARTS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - CCAST, BAMBILI - CAMEROON, FROM 1981 TO 1983.
Mr. ATOGHO has visited over 70 Countries across all 6 Continents and his wealth of experience, his eloquence and signature humor are all evident, in this EPIC Chat!
(He, it is, who came up with the "INSPIRE BEFORE YOU EXPIRE" title, for the series!!!)
*Mr. ATOGHO PASSED AWAY ON JANUARY 13th 2022. GOD REST HIS SOUL.*
Mr. ATOGHO has visited over 70 Countries across all 6 Continents and his wealth of experience, his eloquence and signature humor are all evident, in this EPIC Chat!
(He, it is, who came up with the "INSPIRE BEFORE YOU EXPIRE" title, for the series!!!)
*Mr. ATOGHO PASSED AWAY ON JANUARY 13th 2022. GOD REST HIS SOUL.*