In Memoriam - Three Years After!
For My Dear Sister
(Mrs Fobellah Agnes Aroke)
Today, December 3, 2015 marked exactly three years that you departed from this sinful world.
Your passing was and still remains a severe blow to us. While I continue to ponder on your abrupt absence on that fateful December 3, 2012, with my eyes still blinded with tears, I kept on to reminiscence who you were and some of the things you did during your life here on earth from my own personal perspective.
You were one of the most generous women and sisters I have ever known. You gave out, several times, even your last franc to someone in need and would not mind starving. You gave out your best and newly bought dresses to those who simply say they like them, you fed thousands without any qualm.
You were the best the wife any man could have ever had. You and your husband (Colonel Fobellah) formed an excellent couple that was the envy of all. I had always nursed the secret ambition to live the enviable marital life I saw you and your husband lived. I saw two of you always concerting before taking any family decision. You made your home so comfortable that I always remember whenever your husband comes home the first question he asked is “where is my wife?” And if the response from us is that you have gone out or you have not been back from work, he will simply drive his car out and come back estimably when he is sure you are at home (No mobile phone then!).
You were the best daughter-in-law any family will seek. You received, fed, clothed and interacted freely and comfortably with all your in-laws. They all held you in very high esteem - a rare phenomenon from a woman. Your receptive attitude knew no bounds as it was extended even to anyone whom you came across.
You were the best mother any child will like to have. I saw you raise your children with love and care. Always making sure that they follow and respect societal ethical norms and values. Your persistent broad smiles endears you to all and sundry. A strict disciplinarian you were to your kids and those who lived with you.
So, my dear sister, since the Lord decided to call you to His Heavenly kingdom, your husband left on October 10th 2015 to join you. I am very hopeful that you people have reunited again to continue once more to enjoy your marital bliss. That reminds me of the saying in the bible thus “what God has put together, let no man put asunder…”
Your younger Brother, Philip Fomenky
(Now Ndi Nkemndenji Fomenky)