It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and peaceful passing of Ambuya Esnath Gwanyanya, aged 88, at University Hospital (London, Ontario) due to natural causes. Wednesday, February 10, 2021 was another regular day at home with her daughter Sarah, kubva Ambuya vaenda nengirozi dzekudenga vachisekerera havo. We may be mourning and celebrating her wonderful life, but most importantly, the angels are rejoicing as they welcome a gallant soldier of The Lord Jesus Christ.
Loving wife to the late Phineas “VaMazivazvose” Gwanyanya (2007). Beloved daughter of the late Sekuru Misheck and Ambuya Mary Matenda. Darling sister to Jamieson, Enias (late), Agnes, Deliwe, Senzeni and Makaita. Cherished mother to Maxwell, Sarah, Sophie, Selida, Emmanuel, Susan, Lillian (late), Godfrey, Sostina, Mashoko (late), Takawira (late), Mandizvidza (late), Synthia and Manson. She was an amazing Ambuya to several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Esnath was also a friend, confidant and spiritual mother to many. Her presence and influence will be deeply missed, especially the wisdom she imparted on us all – her most revered phrase of wisdom was “Siya So!”
From a very young age Esnath loved the Lord, faithfully serving as a member of the Methodist Church (Matenda Assembly) and later as a member and Elder at ZAOGA/FIF (Ascot-Gweru and Matenda Assemblies). A courageous Christian warrior on her knees in prayer, Esnath fought for multitudes in the Body of Christ – she was renowned for her answered prayers which have been famously dubbed “Minamato yaGogo!” She will always be remembered as a prayer warrior with a soft disposition that exuded peace, kindness, faith forgiveness and above all, Agape Love – 1 Corinthians 13.
A private family celebration of Esnath’s life will be held on Wednesday, February 24th at 10 AM EST. Burial at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London, Ontario. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting facebook.com/cremationandcelebrations
Hatina Musha Panyika
Hatifare Kuva Pano
Zvinofadza Mweya Yedu
Kutsvaga Musha Unouya
Kutsvaga Musha Unouya
Hatina Musha Panyika
Tinoda Musha Uri Kure
Zita Rawo iZion
Unopenya Nguva Dzose
Unopenya Nguva Dzoe
Musha Une Runyararo
Vafambi Vachazorora
Dai Ndine Mapapiro
Ndaiuya Ndizorore
Ndaiuya Ndizorore
Mweya Wangu Chinyarara
Mwari Anoziva Nguva
Ndichaita Sekuda Kwake
Iye Wondipa Zororo
Iye Wondipa Zororo
In an effort to connect with all of the family and friends back home in Zimbabwe a virtual visitation will be held for INVITED guests. Visit https://meet.google.com/wij-rhby-wdw beginning at 9:30 AM EST.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Matt Mtanga says
My deepest condolences to the whole family. May the Holy Spirit continue to comfort you during this difficult time and beyond.
Thushanthi says
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
Irene and Dennis Nyemba says
Such a sweet soul, we celebrate you. Your smile will forever shine and remind us of what true love is
Loveness Mugwagwa-Ngwanga says
My heartfelt condolences on passing on to glory Mai Gwanyanya may the Holy Spirit comfort the family may her soul rest in eternal peace
Namatai says
My condolences to your family.
May Gogo rest in eternal peace.
Moses Magasa Elder ZAOGA says
MHSRIP
Dignity says
Rest In Peace Gogo, You will always be remembered.. Till we meet again
Todd Tagarira says
RIP. Mbuya vevanhu wese. You will be remembered always
Alvin says
As we mourn the death of our lovely grandmother Ms. Esnath. We pray God continue to bless
the entire family and strength them by God grace. We share our love to you guys by saying though we have heavy layered heart now but in everything we give thanks to God Almighty.
Marsha Mambokadzi says
Zororai Murugare gogo. Rest in love and peace! We thank you
Melody Gombakomba says
I saw you the first time when I came to visit your granddaughter, and I remember you said, “ndizvo zvinoita shamwari”. Those were kind words and I’ll remember them always. Rest in eternal peace Gogo.
Alice Johnson says
GoGo as you were called, is your grand daughter Alizee ,that was your way of calling me. You will be deeply missed. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. To the family may God strengthen you through this difficult time.
Addy Kasi says
What a mother, what a grandmother, what a humble woman. Just being one of your sons was an honour. Glory to God for a life well lived. RIP.
AliceM says
Indeed the heavens are celebrating for they gained an angel. We sing mhururu kumatenga, may the Lord continue to comfort the whole family. Gogo is with the Lord.
Linda and everyone nyaradzwai Nashe…
May her soul continue to rest in peace.