Medovino Phizo, wife of late Gu-u Phizo speaking at the funeral held at Ura Academy Hall, Kohima on January 18.
Morung Express News
Kohima | January 18
The early Naga struggles were remembered during the funeral service of Late Kevitsielezo Phizo, son of A.Z Phizo held at Ura Academy Hall, Kohima on January 18.
Kevitsielezo, better known as Gu-u Phizo, was born to A.Z Phizo and Jwane Phizo on April 30, 1952, the second youngest among the eight children. Mention may also be made that Kevilevor Phizo, the eldest son of Phizo passed away in April 2013.
Sharing the turbulent experiences during the peak of Naga struggle, Khrieleno Terhüja recalled a memory with Gu-u Phizo in 1956 where several of their family members had to flee in the forests to escape from the Indian Army. That year they had to seek refuge in the deep forests at the Barak valley for days where their rations also began to run out in addition to a raid by the Indian Army.
“Many of you here today have suffered in various ways. We have faced such sufferings and many of us are here today. We have gone through and we remember Psalm 91 which we read when we fled to the forests. And how true it is that God in his own plan helped us to come this far and we are grateful to God,” said Terhüja expressing gratitude for Gu-u's life and the hope that he is in a better place.
Known to be a patient, tolerant and enduring person, a family member also mentioned that Gu-u Phizo lived his life as a true Naga encouraging and guiding others to know the truth of our Naga Identity.
In a eulogy to Gu-u Phizo, Medovino Phizo, wife of the deceased shared their lives together till his death. The couple was blessed with five children and four grandchildren.
“Together as a couple, we have come across different situations. We have seen good times and bad times together. These situations, we have learned, has been good for us. In our times of distress and poverty, we have been humbled,” said Phizo who also mentioned that her husband had been suffering from a prolonged illness of diabetes and kidney problems for over five years.
“Throughout his illness, he rarely complaint, and he was always full of gratitude. My favorite moments with him were the times we spent in prayer. We trusted and yearned for each other’s prayers,” said Phizo who thanked all well wishers, friends and close ones who supported them and guided them during his illness as well as his death.
The funeral was chaired by Vilalhoulie Chielie while Rev. Dr. Rachülie Vihienuo, Pastor, Union Baptist Church performed the funeral service. Rev. Atsi Dolie, Khrieleno Terhüja, Medovino Phizo and Jasazzo Phizo spoke during the service.
