Sunrise: February 28, 1967 – Sunset: January 12, 2025
John 11:25 “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.”
It is with heavy hearts that the Gbedee and Nelson Families announce with profound sadness and the sudden tragedy of our beloved husband and father, Mr. Emmanuel Kwame Gbedee. This tragic event occurred on Sunday, January 12, 2025 in North Carolina, USA.
Emmanuel K. Gbedee was a truly extraordinary soul whose kindness, wisdom, and warmth left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to have known him. His presence brought light and love to his family, friends, and community, leaving behind a legacy of generosity, compassion, and countless cherished memories. While our hearts are heavy with grief, we find comfort in the profound love he shared and the enduring influence of his remarkable life.
Emmanuel was predeceased by his father, Alfred T. Gbedee, his mother, Mary Jargbah Saydee, stepmother Louise Gbedee, a brother and a sister.
Emmanuel leaves to cherish his loving memories, his loving wife of 30 years and high school sweetheart, Eneye G. Nelson-Gbedee, his four amazing children, Emmanuel K. Gbedee, Jr., Elmer G. Gbedee, Eneye Joy Gbedee, Eliya T. Gbedee., his siblings, uncles, aunts, in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.
Emmanuel, Eman, Kwame, KEG, MenMen, Sweet Boy, O’ Boy, Honorable, Chairman, Big Brother, Uncle Kwame, as many called him. His presence radiated warmth, and his smile had a way of brightening any room. He spoke with sincerity and compassion, offering comfort to everyone he encountered. May his laughter and words continue to resonate in our hearts as his remarkable soul finds eternal peace. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered.
The family sincerely appreciates the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time.
A celebration of Emmanuel’s life will be as follows:
Wake Keeping
Friday, February 28, 2025
The River Church, Durham
4425 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 27704
Time: 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Please use this Link to Submit Wake Keeping Tribute Request
Funeral
Funeral – (White / Cream Attire Suggested)
Saturday, March 1, 2025
The River Church, Durham
4425 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 27704
Doors Open at 10:00AM
Service Begins: 11:00AM (EST)
Service will be Live Streamed at Philadelphia Central Church Congo Town, Tubman Blvd, Monrovia, Liberia. 3:00PM (Liberian Standard Time)
Interment: Oak Grove Memorial Garden, 3712 Cheek Rd, Durham, NC 27704
Repast: Will be announced at the Funeral
Please use this Link to Submit Repast Tribute Request
Live-stream:
The Funeral Service on March 1, 2025 will be Live-streamed
on YouTube & Facebook – [Link to be added to this announcement page]
Contacts
| Eneye G. Nelson-Gbedee (Wife) | 919-308-4474 |
| Emmanuel K. Gbedee Jr. (Son) | 919-808-6633 |
| Brakemi O. Nelson Sr. | 240-701-1909 |
| Norris Monger | 301-537-0268 |
| Amelia Weahn Seatle (Liberia) | +777-328-632 |
| Reggie Gbedee (Liberia) | +886-594-419 |
Hotel Recommendations
| Holiday Inn Express Durham 2516 Guess Road, Durham, NC 27705 919-313-3244 “EKG Group” Room Block |
| Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University 1816 Hillandale Road, Durham, NC, 27705 (919) 724-4566 “EKG Group” Room Block |
| Candlewood Suites Durham-Rtp 1818 NC-54, Durham, NC 27713 (919) 484-9922 “EKG Group” Room Block |
| Clarion Pointe 4507 NC-55 / Apex Hwy., Durham, NC, 27713 (919) 361-2656 – Ask for Neel Patel “EKG Group” Room Block |
Airport
| Raleigh-Durham International Airport – 2400 John Brantley Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560 |
“Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” — Isaiah 41:10