By: Spendilove Incoom
Emotions ran high as the wife and children of the late Dr. Edward Omane Boamah paid glowing tributes to the former Minister and Physician, painting a picture of a devoted family man whose legacy of love, service, and compassion will continue to inspire generations.
His widow, Mrs. Rita Omane Boamah, affectionately remembered him as “Kofi B,” her soulmate and best friend whose journey with her began on a medical school bus years ago. She walked mourners through cherished memories of their love story from late-night walks to buy kenkey and fish during their courtship, to their tradition of double celebrations on her birthday, which also marked their wedding anniversary.
“You were truly God-sent,” she recalled amidst tears, noting that his commitment to family never wavered despite his demanding career in medicine and public service. She highlighted Dr. Omane Boamah’s hands-on approach to parenting, recounting how he bathed and dressed their children, followed their academic work religiously, and made learning an adventure.
“You were truly a family man, a definition of a genuine person with a pure heart of gold,” she said, adding, “I will, with God’s help, take care of mummy and our three kids, knowing who you are, I believe you will be looking down on us to guide us from the heavens.”
In a touching tribute, his children described him not only as a father, but also their comforter, teacher, motivator, and friend. They spoke of a man whose strength lay in humility, compassion, and unwavering integrity. Whether fighting for social justice in high office or lying on their beds half-asleep after a long day just to talk, Daddy always made time.
“You reminded us that family is not part of life, it is life, You showed us that compassion is strength, that speaking the truth is an obligation, and that service to others is the greatest clarion call.”
They recalled fondly his dedication to their education from conducting science experiments at home to surprise bathtub demonstrations on Archimedes’ Principle and his constant presence, even when travelling, never missing an important moment in their lives.
“We thought you’d live forever because your light was so bright it could never go out,” they said. “Though you are gone from sight, you remain forever in our hearts, our father, our friend, our hero.”
As the family bids farewell to Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, they hold firmly to the legacy of a man who lived fully, loved deeply, and served selflessly. His race, they said, may be run but his extraordinary impact will never end.
Rest well, Kofi B.
