When I pass, speak freely of my shortcomings and my flaws. Learn from them, for I'll have no ego to injure. Aaron McGruder
DEAR ALL, This memorial website was created to remember our valued Cameroonian, a beloved New Yorker and African, Martin Reé ATANGANA "Martino", born on November 11, 1958, who touched the lives of so many people and was dear to all, and passed away in New Jersey on August 31, 2013.
A fund has been set up for Martino. Part of it will cover expenses related function organized by the Cameroonian community and friends of Martino. All contributions are welcome and much appreciated.
Those who wish to donate can do so through the Chase bank as follows:
All donations will be accounted for thanks to a documented process. A report will be circulated..
VIEWING and MEMORIAL CEREMONY
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2013
4pm - 7pm: Viewing -Frank R Bell Funeral's Home, 536 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238 Tel.: +1718-399-2500
(Between Classon & Washington Avenues. Trains to: Park Pl.; Eastern Pkwy; or Botanic Garden)
7pm - 8pm:Short service and testimonies.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2013
12 noon - 1 pm :Open Casket ceremony at the St Teresa of Avila Roman Catholic Church (563 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238-4801)
1pm - 2:30pm :Mass From 2:30pm :Repass 6:45 - 7:00 pm :Installation of attendees for the FUNCTION at Princess Manor, 92 Nassau ave, Brooklyn, NyY11222 (near Nassau Avenue train station - G Train, Bus 48 or 62 route).
THE FUNCTION WILL START AT 7:00 PM.
Should you wish to attend the evening function, you are kindly requested to RSVP by email to martinoinmemoriam@gmail.com. The evening will feature testimonials, Cameroon cuisine, and performances by various artists. All will be seated by 6:45 pm at the latest, so that “La Danse des Morts”, a spectacular ritual by the traditional ensemble Ngoma za Kongo may start on time, at 7 pm sharp.
For more information, please feel free to contact:
All donations will be accounted for thanks to a documented process. A report will be circulated..
