Search by Name
Menu
Search by Name
1939
2016
Dr. Gustav Ofosu
AGE: 77 •
Surrounded by family and friends, Dr. Gustav Kwadwo Atta Ofosu departed this life on Sunday, May 29, 2016. He was born on March 9, 1939 in Akropong-Akuapem, Ghana, West Africa.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his twin sister Esther Ofosua, sister Lydia and brothers Isaac and Owusu.
Dr. Ofosu, also affectionately known as Doc and Gus, was a retired Professor and Chairman of Department of Biology, Delaware State University, retiring in 2008 after 41 years of teaching. After retirement, he was awarded the status of Professor Emeritus at DSU. He was loved by his students and known by his catch phrase, "Biology, is easy my friend!"
He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 47 years, Dr. Mildred Huff Ofosu, three adult children, twin daughters, Asua of Dover, DE; Asi of Bryans Road, MD and son Jasper (Natasha) and one granddaughter, Sophia, all of Alexandria, VA; brothers: Alfred Kissiedu (Lucy) of Bronx, NY and Asiama Kissiedu of Tema, Ghana-West Africa; as well as a host other relatives, former students and friends.
Home going services will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Calvary Baptist Church Rt. 8, Dover. Friends may call from 6-8PM, Friday evening at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road (Rt.10), Dover and 9:30 - 11AM Saturday at Church. Interment will be at Sharon Hills Memorial Park.
Letters of condolences may be sent and guest book signed at www.torbertfuneral.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Torbert Funeral Chapels.
3 Entries
I was just reading the Echo Magazine Spring 2017, when I saw memorial of Dr Gustav Ofosu, He will definitely be missed, Dr Ofosu was my biology teacher, his patience and kindness will never be forgotten. My condolences to his wife and family.
Olabisi Ashiru
Student
April 29, 2017
May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
Arangu Ngundam
August 4, 2016
Dr.Ofosu was my biology teacher back in 1985.I had to disect a pig. Hated it, but Dr. made learning fun and always encouraged me and let me know that I could do it. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. May God continue to bless you as you go through this difficult storm. Dr.Ofosu was a Great teacher!
Roslyn Harris
June 16, 2016
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Jun
17
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more