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OBONNAYA (BONA) EMERUWA Obonnaya Emeruwa (Bona)
Date of Passing: Apr 29, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryOBONNAYA (BONA) EMERUWA Obonnaya Emeruwa (Bona) died April 29, 2012 at his birthplace Arochuku, Nigeria. He was 88. Bona, a true bibliophile had two Masters Degrees: Economics from Howard University in Washington D.C. U.S.A., and Education from the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada. After a short career with the British Foreign Service, Bona spent his working life as a teacher at Charlton Secondary School in London, England; Kelvin High School in Winnipeg, Canada; and Minna Teacher Training College in Minna, Nigeria. While living in Winnipeg, Bona was an active member of the Afro-Caribbean Association of Manitoba. He was the ACAM President who worked ardently with the Association to purchase the building which is now its permanent home. Bona leaves to the world a bevy of successful children and grandchildren. Friends in Winnipeg will remember - Kanu (Mary-Jo), Kachi, Kwame, Chinyere, and Keynes (Christine); and grandchildren, Shannon, Curran, and Nina; all have visited Winnipeg to see their Mother and Grandmother, Linda Robeson.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 12, 2012
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I went to the same school with Keynes - one of his sons - in Minna, Niger State, Nigeria in the early 80s. I also lived in the same neighbourhood with Keynes and his dad. Keynes's dad was always smiling and happy to see me with Keynes. I also remember him as a focal point of Canadian expatriates in Niger State. He was a hardworking math teacher at the College of Education in Minna and contributed to the training of many students who graduated to become professional teachers across the state. I lost contact with Keynes and his dad when I changed school in the mid 80s but reunited with Keynes a few years ago when I went to England to study. I still remember Papa Bona and Keynes with nostalgia whenever I pass by the flat they lived in for many years in the Tunga area of Minna. I pray that God almighty will comfort the family. Papa rest in peace!!! - Posted by: Dr. Babangida JIBRIN (Friend and classmate of Keynes) on: Dec 14, 2014
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My husband Roy and I met Bona when we went to Nigeria in 1981 We became fast Friends and spent many hours together. He was a wonderful friend and Bona and Keynes spend many wonderful times in our home in Minna I have many fond memories of our time together. Roy passed away in 2011 and I am sure He and Bona are catching up - Posted by: Charlotte Jack (Friend) on: Dec 14, 2012
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I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your father, grandfather - his legacy is 5 wonderful, intelligent children & their offspring that he must have been very proud of. Our thoughts are with you all during this time. - Posted by: Debbie Gariepy (nee Savage) (family friend (Woodhaven)) on: May 13, 2012
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I remember Mr. Emerurwa as my Grade 10 and 11 Math teacher. Although I didn't have the best Math scores...he was always so patient and understanding with me. His morning smile set the tone for the entire class. I hope he knows how much impact he had on so many many Kelvin students. This year, is Kelvin's 100th Reunion. I know that many of us will share our tender stories of this remarkable teacher. Peace to all of the family members. - Posted by: Rose Miller (Kelvin Student 1970s ) on: May 13, 2012
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We in ACAM who are old enough will remember that he was elected President at his first meeting. He was a great President who whose memory we will always cherish. Condolences to his family. - Posted by: Lucinda gordon (Friend) on: May 13, 2012