Sergeant Ernest Addo
Sergeant Ernest Addo was born on July 5, 1988 in Labadi, Accra. He hailed from Ehi in the Ketu North district of the Volta Region. After the death of his parents, Mensah Ashiaquaye and Victoria Morkeh, Reverend Chief Superintendent Stella Ama Anku lovingly assumed a motherly role nurturing and guiding him through life.Â
Sergeant Addo pursued his studies at Emmett Electronic Institute from 2004 to 2007, where his interest in technical and mechanical work first blossomed.
Friends and teachers recall a young man who embodied honesty, respect, and kindness. One who listened intently, spoke thoughtfully, and readily offered help to others.
Ernest was a man who treasured relationships. His marriage to Miss Mercy Amoah on 5th July 2025 was a joyful celebration of love witnessed by family and friends. Though their union was heartbreakingly short, it was built on deep affection, mutual respect, and shared hopes for the future.
A devoted Christian, Ernest was baptized and confirmed in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church South La Estate. His life was anchored in an unwavering faith in Christ Jesus, and his greatest desire was for his loved ones to come to a saving knowledge of the Lord. He lived with eternity in view, carrying himself with humility and discipline as a true servant of God.
In his community, Ernest was a source of warmth, generosity, and encouragement. His ready smile, kind words, and genuine concern for others made him a cherished figure among neighbors and friends. He was the person people turned to in times of need, and he was always willing to lend a hand, often going out of his way to help without expecting anything in return.
Although Ernest dedicated 14 years of his life to the Ghana Armed Forces and served with skill and professionalism, his true legacy lies in the lives he touched beyond the uniform. He lived a life of warmth, kindness, and genuine engagement with people from all walks of life.
His ever-present smile warmed hearts, and his kind words and concern for others made him a cherished figure in his neighborhood and beyond. He never hesitated to help those in distress, often going out of his way to assist anyone in need. His generosity of spirit and compassionate nature were gifts to all who knew him.
He was a flight engineer and part of the Ghana Armed Forces technical crew.
A dedicated serviceman supporting national missions.