Appeal for support to repatriate remains of Malawian from Scotland
A Malawian group in the United Kingdom is appealing for donations to help repatriate the remains of Malawian Evelyn Kabuluzi (pictured)who died in Glasgow, Scotland on 18th June 2009.
Burial is expected to take place in Blantyre, Malawi.
According to the task group member, Malawi Ngwira, the remains of late Kabuluzi are expected to be repatriated to Blantyre early next week.
“However, we will know the actual date by Friday (3 July). The funeral director expects to complete all the paperwork including flight bookings by then,” explained Ngwira.
“The efforts to secure the necessary money and identify a funeral director have been far reaching. After extensive searches we managed to find an undertaker who we consider offers value for money. Also the drive to raise the necessary funds now looks quite promising,” said Ngwira in a statement.
He explained the cost of preparing the remains, flight costs, undertaker’s fees and handling charges is at £2,800.
“As at close of business yesterday (Tuesday 17:00) money raised stood at £2,358. Of this amount, £500 is pledged funds. Outstanding balance — £442. The undertaker will still go ahead to repatriate the remains on the proviso that the remaining money (£442) will be paid later,” pointed out Ngwira.
He said donations are therefore still needed.
Ngwira gave account details where people can lodge y contributions as follows: Name of Account Holder: Joshua Chisasa, Account Number: 00026243, Sort Code: 11-79-35, Bank: Halifax Bank of Scotland.
The statement said in order to give people the opportunity to pay their last respects, arrangements have been made to view the body followed by a religious service. Both events will take place consecutively this Friday (3 July) from 4 pm at the funeral home of Alex Black funeral directors in Drumchapel, Glasgow.
The address is: Alex Black Funeral Care, 7 Peel Glen, Glasgow, G15 7XN
The statement said any enquiries regarding the arrangements taking place should be directed to the Chairman of Association of Malawians in Scotland, Dr Kadzuwa on his mobile 07950367023 or email: kadzuwa@sky.com
The following individuals can also be contacted: Joshua Chisasa: 07784020750 or 01355 221 446 / joshuachisasa@yahoo.com
Malawi Ngwira: 07903855254 / 01355 221 446 / Malawi.ngwira@gcal.ac.uk
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