In Memoriam
Honorable Emmanuel Barthan Nyeswa
Honoring Emmanuel Barthan Nyeswa
It is with profound sadness that the SunRise Forever family mourns the passing of the Honorable Emmanuel Barthan Nyeswa, a cherished member of our Sunrise family and a respected dignitary. While we grieve his physical absence, we honor his legacy and recommit ourselves to continuing the work of serving and uplifting Liberian children in his memory.
Barthan was, above all else, a devoted family man. His love for his wife, Rebecca, was evident and deeply admirable. He modeled faithfulness, care, and integrity in their relationship, and his children were blessed to witness what it truly means to be a present and loving father. Beyond his immediate family, Barthan embraced many as his own, including adopted children, nieces, nephews, and extended relatives. Each felt his warmth, guidance, and genuine care. His absence leaves a deep void in the lives of all who knew him.
Barthan’s professional and academic accomplishments in both the United States and Liberia reflected a life marked by perseverance, discipline, and vision. An entrepreneur at heart, he recognized opportunity and pursued it with diligence and purpose. Yet his success was never self-centered. He carried compassion and humility into every space, serving family, friends, colleagues, and community with generosity and sincerity.
A man of faith, Barthan lived a life rooted in service. He gave freely of his time, resources, and encouragement, supporting his church, his country, and the communities he loved. His leadership, wisdom, and kindness left a lasting imprint on all who had the privilege of working alongside him.
As Board Chair of SunRise Forever, and as Barthan’s personal friend and colleague, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Nyeswa family. I am deeply grateful for his friendship, his leadership, and his hospitality. I will always remember and appreciate his willingness to open his home and his heart to the SunRise Forever team and to me each year.
Barthan’s legacy lives on in his family, in the lives he touched, and in the work we will continue in his honor.
Miriam C. Jones
Honoring Miriam C. Jones
It is with great sadness and a deep sense of loss that we share this tribute in honor of our dear friend, Miriam C. Jones. From the earliest days of SunRise Forever, Miriam was embraced as part of our family. She expressed a sincere desire to become involved because of her passion to serve, her love for education, and her connection to Liberia through friendship. Her commitment grew quickly, and she often spoke of joining the SunRise team on a future trip to deliver educational supplies, and one day even teaching there, living out a dream that was close to her heart.
Miriam was an important part of SunRise Forever, but she was far more than a member. She was a sister. She was thoughtful and generous, always thinking of others. She often arrived at meetings with homemade pastries, bringing joy and warmth to everyone present. She supported our annual fundraisers and was always ready to work wherever help was needed. Just days before her passing, she participated in our community fish distribution, serving families with care and humility. She promised to return the following Thursday, not knowing that her service that day would be her final act of giving.
Miriam was taken from us far too soon. Her passing has left us shocked and heartbroken, and her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew her.
Miriam, you were one of the most beautiful souls among us. You were warm, kind, and carried a smile that lifted everyone around you. Your love and dedication to the children of Liberia will always be remembered. Rest well, dear sister. You are deeply loved, and you will be missed more than words can express. May the memories we shared with you continue to be a source of comfort and blessing to us all.
Our sincere sympathies and prayers are with her family during this time.
With love,
The SunRise Forever Inc. Family
Jorge Cardenas
Honoring Jorge Cardenas
It is with great sadness and a deep sense of loss that we share this tribute in honor of our dear friend and supporter, Jorge Cardenas.
Our sincere sympathies and prayers are with her family during this time.
With love,
The SunRise Forever Inc. Family