Uncle Yosi was a special Uncle. I got to know Uncle Yosi during my rare visits to Ghana. During my last visit in 2012 we had fun exploring his garden. I recorded a short video of a plant which closed its leaves instantaneously when disturbed or touched. It was so much fun. He took me on several tours around the University of Legon which of course included lunch! I was most excited to see the road named after him, ‘Ebeneezer Laing Road’! The University had great respect for him and his work. He showed a real interest in my passion for music and in my musical activities. I have been very fortunate to have received many Ghanaian song, music and dance books as well as recordings as gifts. As a primary school teacher I have always been eager to teach the children about Ghana. Some of the music books and recordings he sent me have been useful. He would help me where he could in regard to Ghanaian children’s music and dance, sometimes asking his colleagues at the University too. He encouraged me to play and even compose. He would joke that I should get myself a violin for travelling but make sure it was not a Stradivarius! He seemed pleased to receive CD recordings of some of the ASO orchestra concerts I have performed in. I would sometimes send him reviews of which he would always reply to and which he would always send encouraging comments about. Auntie Mildred and Uncle Yosi seemed genuinely interested in my life here in UK and in the many adventures I have experienced during my travels around the world. Uncle Yosi and Auntie Mildred were both special and will be deeply missed. Rest in Peace. Hilda Amonua Laing, Leeds, UK