Márcia Aoki took to the late footballer’s social media to post a heartfelt farewell letter to her husband.
This Sunday, January 29 A month has passed since the death of Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known to the world as Pelé opportunity that his widow –Marcia Aoki married to the Brazilian since 2016- took the opportunity to publish a open letter in farewell through O Rei’s social networks.
In it, the woman highlights the things she missed the most after her late husband’s absence: “Saying goodbye to the person I love and getting used to not having the purpose of my life by my side, his love full of affection, attention and humor will take time” indicates at the beginning of the letter.
“I just wanted a few more moments to exchange looks, a few more days to play with our pup, Cacau. I miss you saying, ‘Marcia, my love, good morning. Look how beautiful the sea is today’” Aoki adds.
Likewise, the widow of what is considered by many to be the best footballer in history, admits that “although knowing that it is an inevitable fate for everyone, I feel like I have lost a part of me (…)” .
The Japanese-Brazilian businesswoman also took to the letter to thank fans for their support: “There is a strong sense of gratitude that I was able to share my pain with the world. We have received millions of messages of affection and solidarity which have filled my heart with comfort and peace. I want to thank everyone from his fans who still pay tribute to him. I also want to thank Santos FC and the city of Santos for supporting us in such a difficult time.” he added.
Finally, Aoki concluded with a heartfelt message: “Sharing my life with Edson was a true love story. Sharing Pelé’s love with you was great too. That love will never die and will always be with us. Forever” ended.
Letter from Márcia Aoki to Pelé:
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