The family of Ransford Yaw Oduro Ampaw announces with deep sorrow his passing on December 28, 2025, after being surrounded by the love of his family and friends in his final days. He was predeceased by his parents, Mr. Emmanuel Oduro Dokyi and Madam Agnes Yaa Akoto.
Ransford is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Eva Ampaw; his eldest daughter Phoebe (Omar) and her children Miguel and Zariyah; and his daughter Anna (Lanre) and her daughter Vera.
Born in Kukurantumi, Ghana, Ransford began his education at the Presbyterian School in Kukurantumi and later attended Kwahu-Tafo Presbyterian Middle School. He continued his studies at Kumasi Technical Institute, where he studied Accounting and Finance. He went on to teach Accounting and Finance at Accra Academy Senior High School, later continuing his teaching career in Monrovia, Liberia, before relocating to Canada to further his education.
During the mid-to-late 1980s, Ransford played a pivotal role in bringing the Ghanaian community together in Halifax. He helped establish the Ghanaian-Canadian Association in Halifax and served as its first President. Under his leadership, the Association provided a sense of home for Ghanaians living abroad, supported students, promoted Ghanaian culture, organized Ghana Independence Day celebrations, and facilitated respectful dialogue on contemporary issues affecting Ghana. He also worked to connect Ghanaian associations across Canada and integrate the Ghanaian community within the broader African community in Halifax. The Association continues to operate today, reflecting the strong foundation he helped establish.
In 1989, Ransford brought his wife, Eva, to Canada, where they were married in a small and intimate ceremony. Together, they were blessed with two daughters, Phoebe and Anna.
Ransford later pursued a distinguished career in banking, earning the Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI) designation—one of the highest distinctions in the Canadian financial services industry. He worked with major financial institutions across Canada, including the Royal Bank of Canada, CIBC, HSBC, and Scotiabank, attaining senior roles such as Investment Banking and Senior Business Analyst. His career afforded opportunities to travel across the country with his family.
A devoted family man, Ransford and Eva raised their daughters in the Lord, emphasizing faith, education, discipline, and service. Known for his gentle, jovial spirit, intellectual curiosity, and love for sports—especially football and boxing—Ransford will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Sacred Space at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Vanier, on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.