Aurora and the Colorado Ghanaian community bid a tender farewell to Gloria Oppong, a woman of remarkable strength who passed peacefully at UCHealth on November 25, 2025, after a courageous two-year fight against stage 4 colon cancer. Her grace in the face of illness inspired everyone who witnessed her journey, and her radiant spirit continues to shine in the hearts of family and friends.
Born in Ghana, Gloria carried the warmth of her homeland wherever she went, proudly sharing stories of her roots and the vibrant culture that shaped her. She immigrated to the United States seeking new opportunities while keeping close ties to family across the Atlantic, always dreaming of one day returning to rest among her ancestors.
In Colorado, Gloria built a life centered on love and service. She was a devoted mother whose children were her greatest joy, a nurturing sister who held her siblings together through every season, and a loyal friend whose door and heart were always open. Her gentle presence brought comfort and light to countless gatherings.
Throughout her illness, Gloria faced each treatment and setback with quiet courage and unwavering faith, never losing the smile that lifted those around her. Even in her final days, she focused on the well-being of her loved ones, offering words of encouragement and love that will be treasured forever.
Gloria’s deepest wish was to return home to Ghana, a desire her family now honors by arranging for her final resting place among the ancestors she cherished. Plans are underway to fulfill this sacred request, ensuring her spirit finds peace in the land she never stopped loving.
Though Gloria Oppong has left this earthly home, her legacy of strength, kindness, and unbreakable love lives on in her children, siblings, and the many lives she touched in Aurora and beyond. A celebration of her extraordinary life will be announced soon, uniting two continents in gratitude for the beautiful soul who graced them both.