Brenda Mvula’s partner, Koketso Matlaweng in black mourning the sudden passing of her beloved supported by her aunt in a black & white top.
Where: Acts of God Christian Church, Midrand.
When: 9th Jan. 2014
Photos by Lindeka Qampi & Zanele Muholi
Opening remarks and tribute by Programme Director, Lethabo Hazel Matlala
Pastor Musso…
Mpho Nefuri relating of the good and trying times shared with Brenda…
Bibi King, FoC co-founder speaking at the memorial…
Steve Letsike, activist and Brenda’s friend talking about how Brenda used to emphasize on ‘lesbian empowerment and progress…’
Brenda’s spiritual friend, Pule Rampa could not hold tears… of losing a dearest friend
Nomagcina Shezi, Brenda’s buddy shedding tears…
Philile Shoba, a friend who drove all the way from Durban to attend the memorial service
Nomthandazo Mankazana in a khaki dress, a facebook friend who never met Brenda in person but came to support…
Jessica represing FEW and Iranti
Nolwazi, a neighbor narrating of the times she spent with Brenda
The portrait of the late Brenda Mvula
with a beautiful smile… Gone too soon.
Devastated by the loss of a friend, Thandi Mkwinana who grew up with Brenda Mvula could not even speak for two minutes…
Pule Rampa closed the memorial with a special prayer
Matilda Maroga, giving vote of thanks to all those who supported Mvula family and partner Koketso Matlaweng
Obituary of the late Brenda Nonceba Mvula
Nonceba Brenda Mvula was born on the 2nd July 1980 in Rietfontein-KwaRhadebe village, Sterkspruit, Eastern Cape.
During her childhood Nonceba stayed with her grandmother. She started schooling at Monwabisi Primary School and attended her secondary classes at St Mary’s Christian Boarding School in Umtata and finished high education at Wapenaar School.
At 19, she moved to Bloemfontein where she lived alone at first and later was joined by her sister.
She worked for Primi Piatti restaurant while studying for her Matric at Fame College.
She later moved to Johannesburg and continued working at Primi.
She received mentorship from Australians who taught her the ropes of life, business and the importance of education. After completing Matric, she furthered her education and advanced to obtain a Masters of Commerce in Project Management.
She worked at Gestalt Consultant as a Project Manager and later joined the Department of Housing in 2008 – 2010 still holding the same position.
She returned home in 2012 where she spent the last months of her life.
Due to illness, she returned to Pretoria to receive medical treatment and unfortunately was called by her Creator on the 2nd January 2014 while in hospital.
Nonceba was a strong believer in God.
She prayed with and for her friends wherever possible.
She was also a sister and mentor to many.
Nonceba is survived by her daughter, both parents, 2 sisters, 2 brothers and partner Koketso Matlaweng.
Sithi lala ngoxolo, ulufezile ugqatso!!!
Rhadebe – Bhungane – Mthikhulu
Mashiy’amahle, amade njengawenyamazane
Mafuz’afulele, njengelifulemvula
Ndebenhle zombini ezikhanyilanga
Zikode – Siba olude – Hlubi elihle
Nzipho zimnyama ngokuqhwayana!
Mashwabada, owashabadela inkomo kanyenezimpondo zayo
Ngelengele… aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!
The funeral service of Brenda Mvula will be held at 09h00 on 11th January 2014 in Sterkspruit, KwaRhadebe village, Eastern Cape.
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This was indeed emotional moment to all of us. May her undying spirit live forever
I still find it hard to believe that u gone my friend, May your beautiful soul rest in peace.You will be forever in my heart , i know u r in peace where u r now …
REST IN PEACE NONCEBA BRENDA MVULA…
This is sad indeed may your soul rest in peace ad may the Lord God Almighty be with your family
This is so sad. Rest in peace Brenda…
Rest in peace *sad*
It was a very moving service but what is important that the support that was shown for Brenda should continue among us always.
May her soul rest in perfect peace
Rest In Peace Brenda. My deepest condolences to the family.
Rest in peace Brenda …. Condolences to fam and frnds..
Isitya esihle asityeli, may your soul rest in peace Marhadebe ugqatso ulifezile
Rest in peace the hustler.
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we shall forever miss you and remember your beautiful smile and heart,R.I.P angel
Lala ngoxolo eyakho indima uyifezile
Lala ngoxolo eyakho indima uyifezile!b
Let us all find comfort in the moments shared during her life!
Was @ the memorial service and Pule’s prayer touched my soul, In God’s comfort we shall find peace.
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Top-notch write-up on 2014 Jan.9: Brenda Mvulas Memorial
Service .
It is really among the most helpful that Ive seen in a long time
Thank you everyone for your support, words of encouragement,comfort words and the condolences.
I appreciate everyone’s effort.
Thank you very much inkanyiso for covering the story,your support, effort and everything, many thanks.