I am highly honored to have been a friend of Dr. and Mrs. Achebe's. Both are known for their great cheer, hospitality, forgiveness, and generous hearts of patient kindness. I am thankful for all of their time and many happy memories together. I’m so very saddened by this great loss. He was a dear man of stalwart heart and noble character. It was so great a privilege to know him and I feel blessed to have been a guest in their home many times. I’m grateful for his book, Betrothed, a very important work, for his teaching, for his example, for his light. I am learning much. I know Dr. Achebe will be greatly rewarded for all he accomplished and all he did in Christian charity for Our Lord and Our Lady.