Timothy Kwaw Codjoe

Timothy Kwaw Codjoe, affectionately known as Nyameke Kwaw and Tim, was born to Samuel Avuka Codjoe and Ama Gyaniwa, on May 16th, 1940 in Ankobra, Western Region of Ghana (formerly known as the Gold Coast). He was one of four children who preceded him in death: Emmanuel Kodwokyi Codjoe, Mary Ama Ekyete Gbenebichie, and Victor Menlah Blay. Tim traveled to America to continue his education and technical training. He began his educational journey at Columbia Technical Institute in Arlington, Virginia, eventually earning his degree in Mechanical Drafting. By the grace of God, his beautiful bride, Mary, joined him in America, and he continued to pursue his educational studies traveling to North Carolina, enrolling in Chowan College. He earned his degree in Graphic Arts from Chowan College before returning to the DC Metropolitan area. Tim enjoyed learning new information, especially within his chosen profession. The family moved to Rochester, New York where he attended the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). Upon earning his Bachelor of Science in Graphic Arts and Photography, Tim began his career with Kodak before making his way back to Washington, DC. He expanded his printing technology career at Standard Duplicating Services where he serviced printing machines at many businesses, including local schools. Tim was a proud Nzema man who loved his family and his community. He had a vision to organize all Nzema residents in the US, Canada, and all other persons who shared the aspirations of fostering unity, harmony, and cooperation in providing for the needs of its entire membership. In 1983, working with his fellow Nzemas, Tim founded the Nzema Association of US and Canada. Believing in the motto one Ghana and one people, Tim had another vision for the unity of all Ghanaians and their respective associations in America. With this call in mind, he founded the Ghana Community Association (GHACA). These organizations were pillars in the Ghanaian community along with other organizations hosting cultural events, leading relevant topic discussions, and assisting with community needs. Tim dedicated his time and leadership to the formation of Council of Ghanaian Associations (COGA), an umbrella formed to promote and preserve Ghanaian heritage, seeking the general welfare and prosperity of all member organizations. Over the years, Tim balanced his time and talents to provide for his family and support his community here and abroad. He worked in various positions in the Northern Virginia area, eventually retiring as a Building Supervisor at the Falls Church Professional Center. Tim experienced continuous joy welcoming his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren into this world. He desired that they use their God given talents to help others. He was a man of faith, trusting the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior. Tim remained a beloved part of the Dulin United Methodist Church community throughout his life. He was an exemplary member whose presence, faith, and participation reflected a deep commitment to Christ and to the life of the Church. Tim enjoyed listening and singing gospel songs, especially from one of his favorite artists Professor Kofi Abraham. He was an honest man who treated all people he encountered with kindness, respect, and a warm smile. Timothy Codjoe is survived by his wife, Mary; his daughters, Mrs. Lucy Iyabo Shoremekun, Mrs. Lucy Gyaniwa Prah (Frederick), Rebecca Ahuma Codjoe, and Elizabeth Ebah Codjoe; his grandchildren – Mrs. Omolola Onche, Mrs. Omoshola Olanrewaju (late), Mr. Adeloa Shoremekun, Ms. Eileen Ablema Mealing, Mr. Joseph Prah, Ms. Victoria Dianne Mealing, Ms. Doris Prah, Mr. Stephen Prah, Mr. Promise Prah, and Ms. Bridget Prah; his great-grandchildren – Ayomide Olanrewaju, Michael Onche, Ayomiposi Olanrewaju, Ayokunnumi Olanrewaju, Zimrah Onche, Ariella Onche, Frederick Prah, Joseph Prah, Josephine Prah, Didunloluwa Shoremekun, and Lawrence Botwe. Rest in peace, Timothy Nyameke Kwaw Codjoe, rest in perfect peace.

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Timothy Kwaw Codjoe

December 27, 2025