Kala Seidu

Kala Seidu, 72, of Carmel, passed away August 12, 2016. He was born on December 23, 1943 in Bulenga, Ghana. Kala is survived by his loving wife and partner in this blessed adventure of life for more than forty years, Habibata Issah Seidu and sons Yousef and Luqman Seidu. Survivors also include brothers Abdulai, Saani and Alhassan and sister Habiba Seidu.

Evident throughout his life, Kala loved to learn. Knowledge and education was important to him.
He earned the following: One Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Science and Technology, Kumasi Ghana. One Master of Engineering Degree in Electric Power from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY. One Master of Science Degree in System Science and Mathematics, Washington University, St. Louis, MO. One Doctor of Science Degree in Electric Power Systems Engineering, Washington University, St. Louis, MO.

He applied the knowledge as an Electrical Engineer in various growing responsibilities for companies such as: American Electric Power Company, GridSouth Regional Transmission Operator, and Midwest ISO. In his early career he was a lecturer at the University of Science and Technology, Kumasi and in the most recent years, he continued his passion for learning as an electrical engineering consultant for various organizations.

Some define success by career accomplishments, job titles, accumulation of wealth, or number of tangible possessions. Kala Seidu defined success by the number of people he touched. If he met you, he cared about you. If he cared about you, you had his support and eventually became part of his life.
He looked for the best in everyone. In turn, Kala’s presence made those touched by him the best versions of themselves.

He was a great mentor to friends and family in both the professional and personal world.

He was a simple and happy man, continuously filled with gratitude. Rarely not a smile on his face. It’s been proven that a key part of general happiness is one’s relationships with others. He realized that early and shared his love with all.

As a former athlete, he spent his casual time watching sports and his love for music crossed several genres.

He will be missed by many. He is in a good place and at peace.

Visitation will be from 1:00 to 3:00 pm on Sunday August 21, 2016 at Flanner and Buchanan-Carmel, 325 E. Carmel Dr., Carmel, Indiana 46032. Services will begin at 3:00 pm, with a reception following.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Please visit flannerbuchanan.com to sign the online guest register.