‘I will always remember you’
ANC TREASURER-GENERAL: MOVING TRIBUTE AT ‘CAREGIVER OF THE FAMILY’S’ FUNERAL
Manzi Mashatile dies on Sunday after long illness – party statement.
ANC treasurer-general Paul Mashatile paid tribute to his wife, Manzi, at her funeral yesterday, describing her as a pillar in his life both in the struggle against apartheid and when he moved into government.
Manzi Mashatile died after a long illness on Sunday, the ANC said in a statement.
Her death came days after the ANC treasurer-general buried his 82-year-old mother, Mirriam Nomvula Mashatile.
Speaking at the funeral, Mashatile described his wife as the caregiver of the family. He said Manzi made sure all their children and those of their siblings got an education.
“I will always remember you for your generosity of spirit, always giving and expecting nothing in return,” he said.
Mashatile said during his time in the liberation struggle, Manzi supported him and continued doing so during his time in government.
“There are no words to thank you for the support you gave me in the struggle and years I spent in government and in the ANC serving our people,” he said. “When days were tough and nights dark, I knew the warm loving home to look forward to and to retreat to. You were always a loving wife, always tolerant and supporting. I celebrate your life and honour you forever.”
Mashatile said she lived a short but full life.
“Go now my love to where there is in store for you the crown of righteousness,” he added.
He thanked her doctors and nurses at the Sunninghill Hospital for caring for her.
– News24 Wire