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Godfrey Kanti (29 Apr 1953 - 9 Sep 2022)
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In loving memory of Godfrey Kanti who sadly passed away on 9th September 2022
Godfrey was born in April 1976 in Kampala Uganda, he grew up in Ntida.
Godfrey was mixed race as his mother was Ugandan and his father Indian. Godfrey was one of 7 children and he was the 4th oldest child he had 2 brothers and 4 sisters.
Godfrey used to ride his bicycle to Kalinabiri primary school and later Kololo city high secondary school.
As a young man he fathered his first daughter Ruth who he loved very much.
Godfrey left his home country in February 1975 due to Uganda being unstable, he arrived in America New Jersey as a refugee and from there decided to join his mother and father in England. He then started looking for various different jobs where he worked on building sites and in factories. While working at one of the factory jobs he met Linda who he married and had two children Louise and Sarah, after the divorce he moved back in with his mother Anna.
Unfortunately Godfrey's mental health wasn't always great but he looked forward to seeing his children at his mother's and spending time with them. Godfrey became a Jehovah's Witness and would attend church whenever he was able. Godfrey would regularly write letters to his daughter Ruth and catch up with other family members, by letters and by telephone.
Godfrey lived alone once his mother decided to go back to Uganda to live, Godfrey went on to live in Hedge End, he later moved back to to Netley Abbey.
Godfrey went back to Uganda for a holiday to visit family and friends. He later went on to remarry, some time later he got divorced.
My dad was a generous man who always helped his family in Uganda financially as well as donating to charities, he loved all three of his daughters and others in his family. He was inquisitive, he liked to laugh and joke but unfortunately he was a man that at times was troubled by his mental health problems. Godfrey also
enjoyed listening to music, eating chocolate, cooking, especially Indian foods, relaxing, catching up with family, socialising when he could at church.
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*TO* *ALL* *FELLOW* *MOURNERS* *ACROSS* *THE* *GLOBE* ;
*Date:14th.Oct.2022*
Source: *Patel's Family*
We take this moment to thank God for the life he gave to our own Mr.Godfrey Kanti and for everything that God enabled him to do.
Great thanks goes to the people who lived,,laughed,smiled,joked with him.
We thank the Health Workers who treated him severally and the Church that prayed with him. Thank you for the spiritual therapies.Special thanks goes to the Patel's family who called him severally and give him a sense of belonging and helped him managed his health conditions.
Special and awesome thanks to Sarah's Maternal Side. We thank you for the moments you shared with our own.Sarah and your siblings we just can't forget to thank you for such a wonderful job you have done at any moment in your dad's life.
Great thanks to the care home team who supported him physically, mentally, emotionally, Economically and spiritually.
We thank everyone who has done anything, even those whom we can't reach out to.
May God who see in secrate bless you all.
Thanks to all organizers in different *Celebration* venues.
We Celebrate you Mr.Kanti Godfrey on this *14th* day of *October* *2022* .
Whoever is far from any celebration Point should get a candle burn it in memory of him.
"Always To Be Remembered"
On behalf of *Narran* *Patel's* *Family* ,
*ALLAN* *LUTETE*
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*OMUZUKULU*
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Just to let you know that Godfrey's send off was so calm the way he would have liked it as he was so private. Sarah Kanti you did a great to see that your dad went in peace. Linda,Ramsey and Night thanks for the support. Please, family in Uganda pray for Sarah to be strong as she is picking up all the pieces left for her to complete. She is doing a good job.it is not easy but Sarah keep strong. All our prayers goes to you. Thanks Girl.
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Thank you so much Grace for your contribution towards the charity much appreciated. Thank you once again for coming to Southampton to show your support and pay your last respects to my Dad 🤗
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Thank you Nite for coming to Southampton to attend the service to show your support and pay your respects to my Dad. I appreciate you coming and thanks for contribution towards the charity too 🤗
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Met him around 1965 in Uganda.His brother older Prakash was married to my sister.He a jolly boy god gives and takes. RIP
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Thank you Thakker for your memories of my dad and sharing.
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still shocked you where a legend Godfrey, we had good laugh i will remember you nd the thing you said tobme i will hold on to them always
talking about ur family and how you missed them fly high sleep tight Godfrey 🥺
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Thanks for your lovely message Tara and thanks to you and the other carevworkers for all the care and assistance in helping my dad
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R.I.P Godfrey it was an absolute pleasure to care for you, the laughs and banter we had sorry I never had a chance to say goodbye your at peace now
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Thank you so much for sharing this lovely photo of my Dad I really appreciate it 🤗
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Those we love don't go away. They walk besides us everyday. Unseen,unheard but always near,so missed so very dear. Kanti. May the eternal rest grant onto you and may light perpetual shine upon your soul. From Mrs Mukasa and family.
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Rip Godfrey, it was a pleasure to have catered for you, even when you told me off, I shall miss the sing songs with you , my condolences to your family at such a sad time
Rest easy, I’ll see you soon. Xx
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Thank you for sharing your your memories about my Dad telling you off and signing songs this made me smile so much 🤗 And I'd like to thank you and the rest of the carers for taking good care of my dad much appreciated
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Godfrey, you are truly missed by all the staff at Sunny Lives Support.
We will always remember the laughter and your lovely personality.
May you rest in peace xx
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Thanks for your lovely message and coming to the service to show your support and pay your respects. A big thank you to you and all the care team that took care of my dad I really appreciate all that you lot done 😊
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We are sending our hugs and love to you and your family.You and your family will be in our thoughts and we will do all we can to help you through this sorrowful time. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you and the family at this time .●
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Uncle Godfrey you will be missed, l remember when your sister came to see you the happiness on your face r.il my Uncle
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Thank you Daddy and thanks for being there for me and watching the service from Uganda with family 🤗
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May God bless his soul as he ascend to heaven with him. And may God’s love comfort and bless you all at this time.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. I hope God blesses and comforts you all during this difficult time, and takes his soul to Heaven🙏🏾 💐💔
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Thank you Ramsey for being there leading up to the funeral as well as attending. Thanks for all the support you've shown and paying your last respects to my dad 🤗
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Dad I hope your mind is no longer troubled and where ever you are you're in a much better place.
You are greatly missed by myself and your family.
Rest in peace Daddy ❤️
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Peace be upon him,rest in peace dad
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R.I.P Godfrey it was an absolute pleasure to care for you, the laughs and banter we had sorry I never had a chance to say goodbye your at peace now
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