This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Godfrey Kimera, 50, born on February 22, 1962 and passed away on December 18, 2012. We will remember him forever.
Godfrey, the last of seven siblings born in Masaka, in Uganda, to Mr. and Mrs. Justin Kimera, showed a zeal for life from a very early age. Although it is unlikely that many of his relatives in the village thought about striking out in far away lands, like America, Godfrey seemed to single handedly determined to pursue his dreams in far away lands.
After school, ever restless and determined to make a difference in his life and that of his family, Godfrey became an enterpreneur, pursued a business in Uganda and ultimately in the U.S., where he moved in the early 1990s settling in the warm and welcoming environment of Washington D.C. Here, he thrived.
He shared his life to the full with his wife, Barbara Hannah Kimera, a highschool sweetheart whose heart and hand he ultimately won and wedded in a fabulous ceremony in 2000.
At the time of his passing, Godfrey has achieved many of his dreams. Spurred by warmth and love in his new home, he was able to strengthen his bussiness in Uganda, transfering a little bit of American Hospitality to his home town Entebbe in Uganda.
We will remember Godfrey for his unfailing love to his wonderful wife, Barbara, his family, and his courage and strength when facing adversity in life.
Surely, no time is long enough for anyone, especially, in our experience, for Godfrey. However, we cherish every second he spent with us and pray that God will grant him rest and peace.
God's super angel
Hope you are resting in peace.
You're always on my mind. Loved you then, now and forever.
Uncle u will always be missed, i will always treasure the time i spent with u in ma life, ur advise, ur luv, ur care en all u did in ma life am greatfull en u made me who i am today en wat i am ryt now. I learnt alot from u uncle, u were a blessing in my life I thank God for that opportunity. May ur soul rest in peace we meet in heaven.
Uncle Godfrey my dear u left us so soon, your death was a complete blow to not only me but every one, we were not expecting it,it seems like a dream, i keep remembering all those sartudays i spent with you in the hospital. All my life i had never been at ease with any uncle,the way i was with you, uncle Godfrey you brought out the best in me, you inspired me in many ways. I rememeber you took me to my first job interview and my second, and always waited for me until i was done, you invested alot of time in me uncle, and i promise all that time wont go to waste, i belive i am and will always be a better person becouse of you. All the great memories will be cherished, like the cooking lessons, "yes my uncle was a great cook", the trip to the grocery stores, the farmers market, and the small talks we always had when we were watching jeoprady and wheel of fortune. I will miss coming from school and not finding you home, the house is empty without you. You made me a politician, and i remember that smile on your face when i tried to talk to you about politics. Uncle you made my life in America so easy,i have always got every thing in big packages because of you. All most every one had a taste your big heart plus your good sense of humor. You were an incredibly talented person in every thing you you did, i never saw you fail in any thing. Uncle, i know you in a better place, busy watching over us, although you have left a big spcae in all out lives and hearts, a part of you will always remain with me and every one. Auntie Barbara will never be alone dear, we will always have her back and take care of her the way you did to us, we shall never fail her, just like you never failed us.
RIP Uncle Godfrey with love...Jaliah
