Mother of NGE Spokesman, Charles Kalu, Laid to Rest in Ohafia
Mrs. Rosaline Kalu, mother of the Social and Publicity Secretary of the Nigerian Guild of Editors, Mr. Charles Kalu, has been laid to rest at her native Asaga in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State. Mrs. Kalu, fondly called Mma Rosa, died on May 22 at the age of 85. At her funeral on Friday, friends, associates and guests reflected deeply on her life, with tributes highlighting her kindness to both family members and strangers, as well as her selfless nature. The Minister in Charge of the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Asaga Urban Parish, Rt. Rev. Mrs. Helen Item, described Mma Rosa's character as that of a saint. Preaching on the theme, “Life After Death,” and drawing from Job 14:14, the clergywoman said she felt saddened when she was posted to the parish and discovered that Mma Rosa's physical activities had declined, although her spiritual life remained strong. She said she was rejoicing because the gathering was celebrating a saint, adding that she only discovered after Mma Rosa's death that her son, Charles Kalu, had stayed with one of her family members during his industrial attachment. She used the experience to caution people on the importance of how they treat others. Mrs. Item also noted that life on earth is temporary, pointing to the troubles and illnesses confronting society today.
Charles Kalu’s friends, associates, well-wishers and guests bid a final farewell to his mother, Mrs. Rosaline Kalu, as they express their grief and reflect on the memories they shared with her.
In his tribute, Charles Kalu described his mother as a woman who spoke knowledgeably about life and always warned others of dangers ahead. He said she was a woman of strong faith who opened her doors, fed, supported and gifted people, and never allowed anyone to leave her home empty-handed, noting that “her kitchen belonged to everyone.” Her brother, Rev. Benjamin Kalu, described Mma Rosa as more than a sister, but also a mother, friend and source of encouragement. He said her life was marked by love, humility and selfless service, adding that she always put others first and left an enduring impact on everyone who knew her. Her daughter-in-law, Bertha Sunny Kalu, said Mma Rosa remains near despite her physical absence, describing the memories of loved ones as something death cannot take away. In the tribute read by Elder Glory Emeka Ajike, the Presbyterian Parish disclosed that “her biggest plantain bunch belonged to the Ministers,” while noting that she maintained a good relationship with everyone. The Parish commended her unwavering commitment, saying her faithful service and loving memory would remain in their hearts forever. The funeral was attended by journalists, friends, associates and well-wishers from across Nigeria and the diaspora.
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