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Nneoma Obi Obituary
Nneoma Obi, 25, of Middletown, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Middlesex Hospital. She was born in New Haven, the daughter of Amaechi and Nonye Obi (Nee Nwosu) of Middletown. Nneoma had been a student at the University of Connecticut with aspirations to be a physician. She attended Sacred Heart Academy (High School) – an exclusive Catholic Girls High School in Hamden, graduated in 2014. She held positions of Treasurer and President of the school council while at Sacred Heart Academy. Her preschool to middle school was at St. Stephens School, a catholic private school in Hamden, from 2001 to 2009. She graduated with Honors. In addition to her parents, she is survived by an older sister Adaeze Obi, her brother, Olisaemeka "Oli" Obi of Middletown; Grand Mother, Lady (Mrs.) Comfort Obi, Uncles, Aunties, and Cousins. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 11 a.m. at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 111 Whalley Ave., New Haven. Burial will be in Miner Cemetery, Middletown. Friends may call at St. Luke's Church from 9 to 11 a.m. for viewing prior to the service. Those who wish may send memorial contributions, may do so to St. Luke's Church soup kitchen for the homeless. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Sandra D'Ambrosio
January 12, 2023
It has been one year since heaven added a special angel! Mr. and Mrs. Obi and Oli, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know her spirit lives on in each of our lives!
Love you! Ms. D
Jay (Jess) Venables
January 24, 2022
To Dr. Amaechi, Nonye, Adaeze, Oli, and the entire Obi family, I offer loving condolences for your great loss. Thank you for bringing Nneoma into our world and teaching her your love. She shared it generously, widely, and so very well. I pray for your peace in remembering the abundantly joyful moments with Nneoma.
To my dear friend Nneoma, I love you with my whole entire heart, and have missed you for so many years now. I know I will see you again in every moment of pure, joyful love for the rest of my life, God willing. On the day you were laid to rest, amid the clouded morning sky, a prism of rainbow light shined bright. I need not explain it to those who knew you and inevitably loved you. Thank you, Nneoma. I love you.
Jay (Jess) Venables
January 24, 2022
Jay (Jess) Venables
January 24, 2022
Jay (Jess) Venables
January 24, 2022
To Dr. Amaechi, Nonye, Adaeze, Oli, and the entire Obi family, I offer loving condolences for your great loss. Thank you for bringing Nneoma into our world and teaching her your love. She shared it generously, widely, and so very well. I pray for your peace in remembering the abundantly joyful moments with Nneoma.
To my dear friend Nneoma, I love you with my whole entire heart, and have missed you for so many years now. I know I will see you again in every moment of pure, joyful love for the rest of my life, God willing. On the day you were laid to rest, amid the clouded morning sky, a prism of rainbow light shined bright. I need not explain it to those who knew you and inevitably loved you. Thank you, Nneoma. I love you.
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Diana Pascarella
January 23, 2022
Amaechi, Nnoyne, I am so sorry for your loss.
Domenica Bruno
January 22, 2022
To the Obi family, I am so truly sorry for your loss. I pray that the Lord continues to hold you all in peace, comfort, and healing during this most sorrowful time.
Nneoma, You had a light like no other. Your ambition and positivity was inspiring, as was your natural ability to lead. Your smile matched the beauty of your personality that was so warm and genuine, Your kindness never went unnoticed. Our talks during PC meetings left me feeling more confident and stronger than I thought possible at the time, and I can’t thank you enough for that. You will be so missed down here, but I know Heaven just became a whole lot brighter. Strongbonds, always ❤
Robert Anderson
January 22, 2022
I am sure that your family's loving care of Nneoma for the past 26 years has earned you all a place in Heaven!
Princess Madu
January 22, 2022
Nneoma was a bright spirit and made a positive impact on everyone she encountered. She will be missed entirely. May the soul of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Love you Nneoma ❤
Kathleen Wynne
January 22, 2022
Nonye, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Anthony and Chinwe Madu
January 21, 2022
Dear Dr. Amechi and Nnonye, my family is praying for you and your household. The Lord will comfort you by his Grace. There’s nothing impossible for God to do and he alone knows why he allowed Nneoma to come to Him so early. May you find peace by reflecting on the good memories you both shared together with Nneoma and May her smiles radiate inner joy in your heart. Nneoma we love you but God loved you more! Rest In Peace!
Caroline Obi-Ngo
January 21, 2022
Nneoma had a good fight. Our hearts are broken and May her soul rest in peace.
Christine Filush
January 20, 2022
My dear friends, I am so sorry for the pain you're feeling. Nneoma was your baby, even as a young adult, our children are our babies. I thank you for letting us into your lives these past years. It was an honor to be part of your extended family and one I've missed dearly during this pandemic. May you all heal and heal together as a family. And may Nneoma look down from her place in heaven and send you all the love and blessings. All my love to you all.
Garfield Archer
January 20, 2022
Our condolences to Nonye and family at the loss of a precious soul and may God comfort and bless you in this time of griefing. From your coworkers and the Passport unit 3 to 11 .shift
Angel Mama L Lanouette
January 20, 2022
To My Dearest Nneoma my daughter you graced me with my name Mama L. You lit up our lives you were an example to everyone of goodness kindness love of God and love for all human beings. You gave friendship and love with your heart and soul ♥ Your smile your kind voice your laugh you being Nneoma enriched and graced our families life. I was honored humbled by your families trust in me , Mom was a fierce lioness who only let her baby cub be surrounded by good.. when she and I met and she saw the love you and Ariana had so quickly so easily we were now family. I was blessed I had another daughter. You and Ariana became so close , so close Oli even said Ariana was his sister too. When leaving Ariana at your house in Hamden he ordered Nneoma inside Ariana inside now! It was an amazing bound that will never even in death be broken. Mission trips with SHA goofey night sleepovers. Nails and makeup dresses and boys...Nonye said the American stuff...Even the young men Ariana would befriend had to be approved by Nneoma. When she met Bobby her husband now Nneoma gave her sign of approval. Nneoma was part of everything always from the day they met. Love knows no race no creed no obstacles. On finding out about Nneoma our family went we stayed we prayed we bounded even more intently our families. The incredible insurmountable strength and power of the Lord was felt with Nonye and her courage her unrelenting stamina for HER NNEOMA was awe striking. This is how she would care for her and love her and cherish her until with God's Will he took Nneoma home to Glory. My Dearest Obi family our family was blessed by you we will Love and cherish every single memory of Nneoma and we will always be family.. We love you so much . May you always seek the faith you have shown us.
Love Mama L Papa L Michael Jr.
Lanouette
Demery Ormrod
January 20, 2022
Nneoma was, and will continue to be, a light. She shined bright and never failed to make me smile. In the mornings before class, when most of us could barely keep our eyes open, you could count Nneoma for a cheerful greeting and, often, singing and dancing, too. She was a natural born leader and a strong force in the Sacred Heart community, and I know she touched so many peoples’ lives. I extend my sincere condolences to the Obi family— you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathe wynne
January 20, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely, Kathe Wynne
Paula Comforte
January 19, 2022
Heaven has become even more beautiful now that Nneoma is there. I will never forget her and have been extremely moved by the love and passion of her family. May the Holy Father bless you all.
MICHELLE DICESARE
January 19, 2022
I am devastated for you with the loss of your lovely lovely daughter. Reading about her and all she was to so many people makes me understand that she is now being held in Jesus's loving arms.
Debbie Signore
January 19, 2022
Ohh what memories i have of you Nneoma from kindergarten through your years at SHA. You were amazing and blossomed into a beautiful young woman who would do great things. You left your mark here and will never ever be forgotten. Rest In Peace my dear-no more suffering. You are an angel forever. Our hearts are broken. Peace,love and prayers to your wonderful family. Xo Debbie Signore (Bianca’s mom)
Kathleen Etkin
January 19, 2022
Dear Amaechi and family, Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful and gifted daughter, Nneoma. I was fortunate to be a colleague of Amaechi's at Hamden's City Hall from 2010-2012, but did not have the opportunity to meet Nneoma. Thank you for sharing the details of her full and wonderful life, cut short.
Theresa C Gamberdella
January 19, 2022
Dear Amaeche and family: so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful Daughter Nneoma. May she Rest In Peace in the arms of our Lord forever. Terri
Sheila M. Corbin
January 18, 2022
My sincere condolences and sadness at the passing of Nneoma. She was really a student to be admired in Sunday School. She was very articulate and participated well in class. May you find comfort in her memories and to know that she is at rest with her Maker.
Much love, Sheila, William & Theron Corbin
Eileen Esdaile
January 18, 2022
Such a beautiful soul whose sweet spirit will live on with those of us who were blessed to have known Nneoma...rest in eternal peace, prayers and much love to Amechi, Nonye, and Oli
Love, Eileen, Aaron & Morgan Esdaile
Gloria Williams, your St.Luke´s Family
Josiah Temitope
January 18, 2022
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Barbara D Putnam
January 18, 2022
Amaechi,
Just reading about Nneoma's remarkable life makes me feel blessed. May light perpetual shine upon her.
Lucy Andersen
January 18, 2022
Dear Obi Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Nneoma was an incredible classmate and always lit up the room with her wonderful personality and spirit. She will be so very missed. My deepest condolences to your family.
Maddie Ross
January 18, 2022
Nneoma, You inspired me to be a little bolder, a little braver, a little more confident. You were an incredible friend, classmate, and born leader and I'm grateful to have known you. You will be so missed. My deepest condolences to your family.
Angelyn Cannon
January 18, 2022
Dear Obi family, please accept my deepest condolences for Nneoma's passing. I share many fond memories of Nneoma from our school days, and she had a powerful impact on the people whose lives she touched. Sending prayers and love to you all. Nneoma, we were lucky to have known you, even if that time was cut short. Your memory will live on through those who loved you. ♡
Ronke Emokpae
January 18, 2022
My sincere condolences. She will be sorely missed. She's at peace now with her Maker. I pray for God to grant us all the grace to bear this great loss. Amen.
Bianca Signore
January 18, 2022
I will never forget Nneoma this is a huge loss. She was always so full of life and I enjoyed all my school years with her. She grew so much and blossomed into a beautiful, intelligent young woman. Nneoma was a friend to all, filled with humor and Witt. She truly was the best. I am praying so hard for the entire Obi family. She is a beautiful angel now finally at peace. I know God welcomed her to the gates of heaven with open arms. Sending all my love, strength and prayers.
Donna Gecewicz
January 18, 2022
I am so sorry for your great loss. The love and care you gave to Nneoma was beautiful. Your Angel is in Heaven now, she fought very hard!!! Rest in Peace my friend God bless you all. I love you
Sharon Dawkins
January 17, 2022
Amaechi and Nonye: I would like to extend my deepest sympathy on the loss of your phenomenal daughter, Nneoma. She was such a joy when in grade school, she would invade my office for candy and markers. I was so very proud of all of her academic achievements. She was destined for greatness, and in heaven, in God's arms, she will be forever great. I will keep you in my heart and in my Prayers. Nneoma will be missed, but more importantly, Nneoma is loved by everybody she touched.
Susan Vitale
January 17, 2022
I extend my deepest condolences to the Obi Family on the loss of dear Nneoma. She was extraordinary young woman. I had the pleasure of working with her during her high school years as one of her teachers and also helping her lead Student Council. The world is a bit darker without Nneoma's shining light! But, she shines on in heaven where she will watch over us all!
Yvette Barnard
January 17, 2022
Dear Obi family,
My heart breaks with the news of Nneoma’s passing. I offer my condolences to your family in this time of sadness. Nneoma was such a beautiful and bright young lady and her potential was very evident to all. I pray that you will be comforted with the passing of time and holding close the wonderful memories of her. May God bless you and keep you in this time of grief. May Nneoma continue to shine in heaven as she has on earth.
Yvette Barnard- St. Luke’s Church
Clarissa Pearson
January 17, 2022
Mr. and Mrs. Obi.On behalf of the Pearson Family (St.Stephen School and Sacred Heart Academy),Our children attended both schools and were good friends.Nneoma will be missed.Her lovely smile and her heart of gold will always be remembered.May the Lord send comfort and peace to you both and the family! May the precious Holy Spirit wrap His loving arms around you during this time.Sending our prayers,condolences and love your way.Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Clarissa Pearson,Tiara C. Pearson and Mikayla T. Pearson
Hayley Donahue
January 17, 2022
Nneoma,
No words can describe the light you brought to this life. Your presence is truly unforgettable. I’ve known you since I was 5 years old, and I could never picture my life without you. We started as enemies, but eventually a beautiful friendship came out of our arguments. Your ability to spread love and laughter is unmatched. You were destined for greatness, and I know heaven is glad it gained an angel like you. Rest easy, friend. You’re forever in my heart. I love you
Nancy Ferraro
January 17, 2022
My Dear, Beloved Nneoma, I am writing this with such a heavy heart. I love you! You brightened up my day and my classroom. RIP my incredible Nneoma!
Always in my heart,
Nancy Ferraro- Your second grade teacher from St. Stephen School
Nancy Ferraro
January 17, 2022
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Obi, Adaeze, Oli, and Family,
We are sending our heartfelt sympathy at this extremely difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Love you, Nneoma! My heart is broken.
With deepest condolences,
Nancy,John, Jason, His Wife Lisa, Mark, His Wife Fernanda, Baby Thomas Ferraro and My Mother-Nancy Porto
St. Stephen School- Nneoma's Second Grade Teacher
Maura Wheeler
January 17, 2022
To the Obi family
The first time I met Nneoma was at St Stephen’s school while helping at recess... I heard a child screaming and went running... it was Nneoma I picked her up and hugged her to find out that she was crying, because she wanted to play jump rope and couldn’t do it right. I was very relieved to find out she was ok and then helped her jump rope which gave me the Nneoma smile.
I had the pleasure of getting to know Nneoma for 8 years and st Stephen and her journey at SHA. And I was not at all surprised to see her excel and conquer whatever she attempted. I will always remember her and her fierce spirit with a smile ♥
Maura Wheeler
Maura Wheeler
January 17, 2022
To the Obi family
The first time I met Nneoma was at St Stephen’s school while helping at recess... I heard a child screaming and went running... it was Nneoma I picked her up and hugged her to find out that she was crying, because she wanted to play jump rope and couldn’t do it right. I was very relieved to find out she was ok and then helped her jump rope which gave me the Nneoma smile.
I had the pleasure of getting to know Nneoma for 8 years and st Stephen and her journey at SHA. And I was not at all surprised to see her excel and conquer whatever she attempted. I will always remember her and her fierce spirit with a smile ♥
Maura Wheeler
Maura Wheeler
January 17, 2022
To the Obi family
The first time I met Nneoma was at St Stephen’s school while helping at recess... I heard a child screaming and went running... it was Nneoma I picked her up and hugged her to find out that she was crying, because she wanted to play jump rope and couldn’t do it right. I was very relieved to find out she was ok and then helped her jump rope which gave me the Nneoma smile.
I had the pleasure of getting to know Nneoma for 8 years and st Stephen and her journey at SHA. And I was not at all surprised to see her excel and conquer whatever she attempted. I will always remember her and her fierce spirit with a smile ♥
Maura Wheeler
Alex Newton
January 17, 2022
Nneoma you are so loved, rest easy my friend. I’m so fortunate to have had such a kind and caring person like you in my life.
Meg Malmborg
January 17, 2022
Dearest Nneoma - In your brief but beautiful life, you touched so many and we are better for having known you. Your joyful spirit lives on in your family and friends. May you Rest In Peace.
Sandra D'Ambrosio
January 17, 2022
My dear Nneoma,
What a blessing to have been your teacher and friend! You gifted everyone with your life, love, and spirit. After a long journey, we now have to share you with Jesus. Rest in peace my friend.
Love you, Ms. D
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