Tributes — Mr. Wilson Atta Krofah (Atta Panin)

Widow

Mrs. Agnes Aba Mansa Krofah

"My dearest husband, my rock, my provider, my all. You were my first love. Now and so suddenly you have left me. I feel like a ship cut loose from its anchor..."

Twin Brother

Mr. Wilson A. Krofah Jnr (Atta Oboumu)

"One sunny afternoon on 20th March 1939, my twin brother and I were born. He came first. It is deeply painful that my brother has now left me here alone..."

Collective Tribute

The Children

"Dad, our father, our hero, our friend. You were our safe place, our guiding light, our pillar of strength. Dad, you did well. You did exceedingly well. Fare thee well, Daa..."

Child

Lydia Okorowaa Krofah

"Who will take care of me now? Who will I turn to when I am in need, Dad? This sleep feels too long and my heart misses you deeply..."

Child

Lawrence Sakyiama Krofah

"To the world, you were a dad, but to our family, you were the world. A man of integrity, strength, and unwavering love..."

Child

Mrs. Rosemary Boahemaa Sahnoon

"Daa you were the best father ever!! You were my confidant, my best friend and my flight in situations of fight or flight. WILLIE K, Nanti yieee..."

Child

Winifred Adjowa Okorowaa Krofah

"Today I celebrate your life, of my father, a calm, loving, and remarkable man who was the guiding light in my life. Love you always Adjowa..."

Child

Agnes Ekua Opokua Krofah

"We had made plans dad. We had made plans but God had other plans for you. A huge tree has truly fallen. Agnes (Your Solicitor General)..."

Child

Eric Nana Yaw Manfe Krofah

"Dad, you were my greatest inspiration from the moment I was a little boy and that never changed. I miss you more than words can say..."

Child

Wilson Amponsah Krofah

"Dad, you are the Best. You loved me without judgment, you loved me without strings attached. Thank you Dad. Rest well..."

Child

Eugene Kwame Ansah Krofah

"Very blessed God chose Wilson Atta Krofah as my father. You were the greatest salesman and I was a student at your feet. Rest well, Daa..."

Child

Mrs. Genevieve Awo Yaa Obrago Alatise

"Honorable! Honorable!!! I am grateful I could care for you in your final moments and feed you your last meal. Rest in perfect peace, Honorable..."

Child

Olive Nana Ama Amankwah Krofah

"At 38, I still feel like a child without her father. Nothing prepares you for losing your father. In another lifetime, I would choose you again and again..."

Child

Mrs. Lady-Ann Essuman

"I have pondered this moment from the day of your passing, and even now, it still feels surreal. I never heard you raise your voice. Daa, da yie wai..."

Grandchild

Anna Krofah (Maame Afua)

"There are men who pass through this world quietly, and there are others who leave their fingerprints on everything they touch. Daa was one of those men..."

Grandchild

Dr. Wilsonia Adom

"Daa was more than a grandfather to me. He was a constant source of love, strength, and guidance. A pillar within our family..."

Grandchild

Kiara Odoom

"Grandpa lived a long and full life, reaching 86. He loved golf, he loved learning, and above all, he loved his family. Rest well, Grandpa..."

Grandchild

Naielah Odoom

"My grandpa was a humble man, whose presence was quiet yet always deeply felt. Whatever you do in life, do it well — that was the lesson he lived by..."

Grandchildren

Brielle, Bradley & Braylon

"Thank you for being a wonderful, loving, and caring Grandpa. You filled our lives with so much warmth, laughter, and kindness. You will forever be in our hearts..."

Grandchildren

Avery and Bryson Krofah

"You were a true role model, an incredible and inspiring man with so much wisdom to share. Your story will always stay with me. I love you and miss you dearly..."

Grandchildren

Chloe, Noah & Emma Krofah

"Thank you for the life you lived and the example you set. Each memory with you is filled with joy, laughter, incredible kindness, and gentleness..."

Grandchild

Malachi Yaw Nkegbe

"I thought grandpa would live forever. He was a good and kind grandpa. I promise to make you proud! Grandpa I will miss you so much..."

Grandchildren

Oluwatise, Peju Saamea & Abena Bukky Alatise

"We promise you Grandpa, we will work hard, make you proud, and try our best in everything. Rest well, our dear Grandpa. We love you so much..."

Grandchild

Papa Kwesi

"I want you to come back alive Grandpa so that you can keep giving me money but since you are in heaven, please take a selfie with Jesus and send it to me in my dream..."

Grandchild

Ewuradwoa

"Grandpa Wilson, I wish you were alive so that I can play with you. I will always remember you and I will love you forever and ever..."

Grandchild

Sapphire Sahnoon

"I will miss you dearly grandpa. Rest in Peace. Love you."

Daughter-in-Law

Dr. Alberta Naana Baffour-Awuah Krofah

"From the very start, you embraced me wholeheartedly, not merely as an in-law, but as your own. That kind of genuine love was rare, and I am forever grateful..."

Son-in-Law

Nana Kwesi Tenkorong II (M.B. Sahnoon Esq) — Gyantuahene of Agona Asafo

"You became my second father. When our marriage faced storms, you never stood far. Daa, you live in my heart. Not as a memory but as a presence..."

Son-in-Law

Michael Nkegbe

"He was a man of great kindness, thoughtfulness, and quiet wisdom, whose presence brought calm and warmth to everyone around him..."

Daughter-in-Law

Mrs. Esther Krofah

"Dear Daa, We have known each other for over twenty years. You comforted me when I was at my loneliest times. I cannot wait to see you again in heaven..."

Daughter-in-Law

Mrs. Brenda Krofah

"You didn't just accept me into your family, you embraced me fully as a daughter. Your words of encouragement were constant pillars. Da, Medaase paaa!!!"

Son-in-Law

Babs Alatise

"Daddy Krofah, you have truly been a backbone to my family. Your friendship with my father started in 1971. Rest well, Daddy Krofah. Your son, Babs..."

Son-in-Law

Kow Abaka Essuman

"He possessed a rare and precious gift: the ability to unite people and bring harmony wherever he went. Rest well, Mr. Krofah. Your name endures. Your deeds follow you..."

Nephews

Sammy Mamphey & Kwame Ofori

"Our dear uncle was a remarkable man whose influence worked quietly in the background. A big family tree has fallen but not uprooted. Uncle, your roots are intact..."

Nephew

Dr. Sammy Koranteng

"Wofa Atta Payin was more than an uncle to me. He was my father, my advisor, and my mentor — a gentleman and a kind-hearted man who inspired many in his family..."

Niece

Janet O. Krofah

"To my twin Dad. You were not just my father, but one of my greatest blessings. You gave me opportunities, hope, and the courage to become more than I ever imagined..."

Extended Family

Auntie Vida Addo's Children & Family, Dansoman

"Wofa Atta Panyin, we will miss your kindness. We will miss the way you cared so naturally, like love was something you practiced every day. Wofa, da yie..."

Extended Family

Family of the Late Nana Owusu Amankwah

"Our uncle and our dad looked alike and most people thought they were twins. His passing has been a double blow to us. Rest well in the bosom of our Lord..."

Extended Family

Yaw Bright and Siblings

"To us you were more than a father. We admired you for all the good character traits you possessed. The void you have left in our hearts can never be filled. Daa Damirefa Due..."

Friend & Brother of 60 Years

Dr. Ishmael Evans Yamson

"On 6th November 1966, I met Mr. Wilson Atta Krofah. I spilled tea on his table and all he said was 'Don't worry.' That single act of grace forged a friendship and brotherhood that survived 60 years..."

Family Friends

The Adae-Bosompra Family

"Uncle Willie and our dad were brothers in every way that mattered. We are comforted that Akwasi led the delegation that welcomed Willie at the heavenly pearly gates..."

Longtime Friend & Business Partner (UK)

Bernard Scott

"He, Agnes and the whole family meant so much to us. It has left a great hole that just can never be filled. May you all live on to have long and happy memories..."

Driver & Butler

Ayeh & Family

"I stand here not just as a driver, and not just as a butler — but as someone who had the rare honor of walking closely beside Daa. He never made me feel like 'just staff'..."

Former Staff

Former Staff of Research & Marketing Services Ghana (RMSG)

"He set a benchmark of excellence that reshaped the culture and direction of our organisation. Beyond his formidable leadership, Mr. Krofah was deeply human. Rest in perfect peace..."

Company

WILEB Mining Supplies Ltd

"Mr. Krofah was one of two founders of WILEB Mining Supplies Ltd, Managing Director from inception to the time of his passing. Fare thee well, Willie..."

Organisation

Ghana National Chamber of Commerce & Industry

"Mr. Krofah served as 2nd Vice President, 1st Vice President, and ultimately President. The Chamber has lost a leader. The private sector has lost a steady voice..."

Organisation

Norpalm Ghana Ltd

"Norpalm Ghana Ltd eulogizes the life of a seasoned Chartered Marketer who devoted 25 years to its growth and development. Wofa Krofah nantew yie..."

Organisation

Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG)

"He was a life-time member, Fellow, and Patron of CIMG. Atta Panin, you have fought a good fight. The torch you lit burns brighter because of your legacy. Rest in perfect peace..."

Organisation

Council for Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)

"Mr. Krofah served with distinction on the 8th Governing Council of CSIR — a sixteen-year tenure marked by wisdom, integrity, and unwavering commitment..."

Organisation

CIRIP Ghana — Chartered Institute of Restructuring & Insolvency Practitioners

"Uncle Willie stood with us from the very inception. He was a founding member, an active architect of our foundation. Da yie, Uncle Willie. Rest in perfect peace..."

Words of Love