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February 8
February 8
Whao, how time flies. Five years since you left this world to the great beyond. Your legacy lives on Antonia, rest on in the presence of God.
January 23
January 23
My Beloved and dearest sister, I just miss you so much. Rest in a peace.
May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023
We met years ago and now you’re gone but not forgotten. I remember when we first met 13years ago. It was your smile and calm nature that draw me to you. You were there for me in time of need. Your kind and loving nature will never be forgotten. RIP Antonio. 

January 27, 2023
January 27, 2023
Antonia is still in my heart and always will be. I think about her a lot. I hope and pray that she is at peace now. Also, I trust that her boys are doing well and her friends and family too.
January 27, 2023
January 27, 2023
As I celebrate another birthday without you physically being here, I just had to share another reminder, letting you know, I am still missing you bad.
Oremi sun re oh
January 23, 2023
January 23, 2023
Miss you Auntie rest in perfect peace
January 30, 2022
January 30, 2022
It is a blessing to know that Antonia is at peace now; I think about her every day, and I miss her more than I thought I ever could. Following her parting words, I try and be at my best, and live a full life. 
Hope that the rest of you, family and friends, are doing well - know that you are in my prayers.
 
January 25, 2021
January 25, 2021
May your soul continue rest in the bossom of God
January 24, 2020
January 24, 2020
365 days have gone since your passing dear Antonia, our comfort is in the knowledge that you are no longer gripped in the vice of the painful sickness here on Earth. Rest on in the presence of the Lord.
May 13, 2019
May 13, 2019
I attended St Matthew’s church yesterday, in memory of Antonia. The sun was shining, and the service was as warm and uplifting, as the sunshine. It felt right and comforting to be back in West Norwood; I treasure the time that I spent with Antonia there. Her memories are safe in my heart and I will carry them with me always. I pray that her precious boys are sustained by the strength and love of their mother. Many thanks also to Kola for the updates.
May 13, 2019
May 13, 2019
Happy Posthumous birthday, my dear sister. I love you so much and you are forever in my heart. we celebrate all your hard work ,love and legacy. Rest in peace dear. love you loads
February 22, 2019
February 22, 2019
I would like to seize this opportunity to send condolences to the Ikulayo family in general and especially to Lola's siblings from the Agbo family. It's been so difficult for me to do this but i need to. I want to bless God for Lola's life and all she believed in. I thank God that you passed on knowing Him. You were such a lovely woman. May you find rest in Christ Jesus. Amen.
February 13, 2019
February 13, 2019
Dear Lola,
It's been such a while and unfortunately I didn't get the opportunity to meet with you again after FGGC Gboko. I remember the young slender girl who used to laugh a lot and had the ability to light up the room with so much fun and laughter. Even in trying times, you always had a smile. 
Rest in peace in the bosom of our Lord, dear Lola.
February 12, 2019
February 12, 2019
My Dear Lola,
If only you could see our tributes to you, but word are not enough to express the sadness of your passing, no more banters or sharing of frank and direct opinions. No more cheerful smiles even when your were obviously in a lot pain. You have fought a very good fight. You have left behind for many of us great memories that will continue linger in our hearts. Rest in perfect peace.
February 12, 2019
February 12, 2019
Antonio / Lola my friend, you were a true fighter even when you were in pain you always remained positive and asked about everyone else and how they were doing taking the focus off you. I will remember the times we laughter and told each other jokes or just spoke about our children. You will be so missed. RIP with your mum.
February 11, 2019
February 11, 2019
It was devastating to hear that you left us so soon..
Lola mi! Ever smiling, bursting with life friend. We met as classmates in FGGC GBOKO...you always had this positive mindset despite all...very determined!
Alas..God knows best...I know you are resting in HIS bossom where there is no pain..
God Almighty will console all you left behind.
Adieu....
February 11, 2019
February 11, 2019
Antonia was always smiling, no matter what she was going through in her life or any pain she was going through. I was so shocked to hear we had lost such a lovely, wonderful lady. God has gained a treasure. May God bless her family and those she has left behind.
February 10, 2019
February 10, 2019
Antonia, I was heartbroken when I learnt of your passing on Facebook. I remembered the last time I sent a message to find out how you were keeping and you kept saying find time and call me.

I regret that I did not call but I remember you as forever cheerful, friendly, funny, intelligent, strong. Met you at Lambeth college, saw your two sons born, Emmanuel and Luke. We still kept in touch ever so often, even when I relocated to Zambia.

You endured much pain through the years i knew you. The amazing thing is that you kept going. You have done well my friend by raising two men.

You will be Forever missed, may your gentle soul resting peace Lola!
February 9, 2019
February 9, 2019
Anthonia, i met you while working few years ago, your familiar surname drew me closer and you confirmed to me that you were Ekiti by blood but was born here in the UK. Right there and then, we got closer and since then you have been my loving Ekiti sister. We communicated often, even while on sick bed. I salute your courage and un relenting spirit. God has been faithful to you no doubt. May God take care of your family and your boys. Rest in peace my darling Ekiti sister, suunre o, okun o o.
February 5, 2019
February 5, 2019
To a beautiful Hero, strong, intelligent, caring, giving Sister...
Antonia! As I called you even though I also know some call you Lola.
We always fought like cats and dogs bcos we have different outlooks on life, Not with standing, we are friends.
She fought to always have a voice and independence in her life, not to be No Victim to SCD or later Leukaemia
We have a common enemy SCD which we battled together and lost many great friends in the process.
My girls and I will definitely miss you loads.
We pray your gentle soul rest in perfect peace, until we meet again in a better place.
I will be adding you to the touch I carry for all SCD friends who are no longer with me in this race and I am certain you will keep motivating all friends here, saying keep the fight alive.
You were a good mum and you certainly did your best like a true Hero even with all the complications and challenges.
The boys will miss you dearly but if they ever need a reminder of how much you cared about your Sunshine, I will be glad to enlighten them.
We love and miss you.
Definitely still finding it hard to believe and process.
May your legacy be a life that just keeps giving because that’s who you are. I
leave the peace that surpasses all understanding with you, rest easy ❤️❤️❤️
February 5, 2019
February 5, 2019
Lola was a cheerful person, after so many years of not seeing her, cos we met in FGGC,Gboko we still had a good friendship. She will be dearly missed, To her family and especially to her sons, please take heart and believe in God because he gives courage to bear the loss.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
I was so sad and heart broken to hear that you have passes so soon. I have been praying for you recovery. I met you 8 yrs ago when you helped me with my baby when I was going through chemo. You were a fighter and a strong positive person. Our busy life prevented me from seeing you lately. You have no more pain I'm sure you're in a better place in God's hands. I pray that's your 2 boys will cherish the memories they share with you. I hope the family will look after them. I will miss you and I'm so sorry I did not see you recently. I will miss you. REST IN PEACE ANTONIO
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
Dear Lola, may your soul rest in peace forevermore in the bossom of our saviour Jesus Christ Amen.
You will be missed, may the Almighty God be with your loved ones and comfort us all.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
I had the privilege of meeting Antonia whilst we were working for CDG Wimbledon. She's very funny, loved her music and most of all, always focused. The last time we seen each other, she came to one of my DJ gigs and she really enjoyed it so much that really made my night even though she was not well. Lola, you will be missed by everyone you are in contact with, especially the ones you are very close to. I know you are home but not forgo. My condolences to your family from me and my family and the gang from the old Wimbledon office. May soul Rest in Eternal Peace.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
My dearest Lola, words fail at times like this but we mourn as those that have hope that you are resting well. Your last message to me was some few days before Christmas. You promised you will visit when you are better. You called me 'aburo hun'. It is hard to believe that I hadn't seen you in decades but when we talk on phone, the closeness of a sister and a friend was undeniable. You loved life and never missed an opportunity to celebrate it and laugh real long. I will miss you my sweetheart, I will miss sharing the 13th of May with you, I will miss your sheer pleasure and the attitude of never holding back . You left two handsome gifts behind - they will continually be a beautiful remembrance of you. Sleep well my darling friend.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
Lola!
This is hard to write..I am heartbroken ...it wasn't supposed to end like this. ..but God has gained an angel in you.
You were a beautiful soul...very caring, selfless! From being my school daughter way back in FGGC, Gboko, Nigeria to reconnecting here in London decades later in 2008, you remained the same cheerful, peaceful, hopeful, kind, witty and loving person that you were.
You never complained...instead you were grateful to God for keeping you alive through all that life threw at you. You were brave and you fought to the end. You were a true friend and had so much love for everyone close to you. You cared so much for your Dad, always worrying about how he'd cope without your Mum, your siblings, your sons, who were clearly your world, your friends!
I am consoled that you are in a better place, pain free and at peace with your maker. I will definitely miss your laughter and love ;our chats, calls, and visits.
I will forever cherish those memories, Lola! You will never be forgotten.
Till we meet to part no more.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
Rest in peace lola, u will be missed.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
Dearest Antonia, very sad to see you go. You were always a kind and friendly person. I remember everyday we used to chat while on our way doing the school run. You were always happy and fun to be around. You will be missed but always in our hearts. May the loving Father bless and keep you as your soul rest in peace.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
Lola,
    Many years after we left secondary school we linked up again just four or five years ago and you recounted my exploits of yesteryears amidst jokes and laughter. You're such a pleasant and friendly person and I could tell from our conversations that you love your 2 boys. Your departure is sudden but I believe you're in a better place now. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
February 4, 2019
February 4, 2019
Lola....aburo mi like I fondly called you and you would reply Egbon mi..
I remember a neat and fragile looking girl who came to FGGC Gboko in the early 80s. What made me notice her was the way she spoke Yoruba....with a funny accent!
I didn't see or hear from her again until May 2016. She asked for my friendship on Facebook and we hit it off.
Lola could chat for hours.. And we really did chat. Then we started talking. She was such a free spirit. She had a very warm and rich laughter. She made what she was going through look so trivial.
She was so full of Compassion and Love.
She loved her Boys to bits and had real love for family and friends... She had a Heart full of Love...
I had planned to visit you on my last 2 visits to the UK but I couldn't reach her and that made me uncomfortable. Until that call you made to me on the 27th of November 2018. I was so relieved to hear from you and in your normal way, you made light of what you were going through and even laughed at yourself. I was worried but you assured me that you would be fine. I told you I was going to call you back so we could gist like we normally did but procrastination got the better of me....
I pray for your Sons ... you were mighty proud of them and loved them fiercely.
I pray for your siblings... you thought the world of them.
I pray for your Dad...you simply adored him.
Your friends and family are in my thoughts as well. I pray that the Holy Spirit Comforts all of us.
I will miss our late night chats and calls.
I will miss your laughter
I will miss you Lola
Rest in Peace my Dear
Now you are really at REST
February 3, 2019
February 3, 2019
Dearest Antonia as I fondly called you,we only became friends 3 years ago when you were under my care, but it seemed to both of us like we’ve been friends for donkey years.
You always said to me”Esther,make sure you bring me jollof rice tomorrow “and I would say,you can’t eat my jollof now because your throat is sore and you would laugh and say,just bring it first.
I would bring you spicy jollof and even in that state,you would still eat it and say it’s spicy though but very tasty.
That made me feel appreciated.Whenever you came for your appointments,you always found time to check up on me and we would have a good laugh.
You had a good heart and never spoke I’ll of any one.you were always worried about your boys.
I know that God will take good care of them for you.
I will greatly miss you.
I am very sad but I know you are in the best place.
Rest in perfect peace
February 3, 2019
February 3, 2019
Tribute From Gboyega Ikulayo. My dear sister, my selfless sister I would miss you so much, you were a wonderful person so kind and always put every one first even in your sick bed you would still be looking for ways to make sure everyone was ok. I thank God for your life. You would forever be remembered and your boys would be well looked after. I love you so much but I also know you have finally gone to rest. No more pains. I know you in heaven till we meet again.
Gboyega
January 31, 2019
January 31, 2019
Dearest Lola, your laughter filled with pure delight still rings out..
I still see the many wonderful moments we shared as kids, as teenagers and as women. Also the moments of difficulty we shared together and you always overcame.....
You were so kind, so appreciative, very positive and had such deep inner strength.
You had so much courage and handled life’s difficult moments with such grace, such dignity. You stood tough and fought hard at life and lived it the best, better than anyone I know. Your heart was full of love for those around you, ever so giving, ever so selfless.
My heart is broken and shattered, you leaving us too soon. But I will take courage like you always did and keep your memory alive in my heart, praying over your sons that God will comfort them and guide their footsteps.
I know you will never experience pain again, but only eternal bliss in the arms of God our Father...

So I write to you my bosom friend- my sister:

That separation that stings came knocking......
And your candle burned out too fast!
Leaving an ache within my heart that will never go away......
It was never goodbye said
the moments we shared.......
Bcos your beautiful spirit shall grace eternity in heaven
I hurt very deeply but will hold on to the courage you taught me
You touched my life with so much love....
Your deep inner strength and your ability to make the best in tough situations were indescribable.
I knew you saw my heart, and knew the special place you had in it..❤️
My heart is broken, but I will honor you by celebrating the life you lived. I will miss you incredibly......
But till we meet again at heaven’s gate my darling friend-my sister, rest in eternal bliss.

Adaocha
January 31, 2019
January 31, 2019
My lovely Lola You know i love you I care for you i respect u and i am very proud of you You are a good and kind daughter You are a wonderful leader, You have been a joy and pride to my family You are a good fighter Your memory will remain long I assure you that Emmanuel and Luke will be well looked after by  Your sister and brothers o dabo, omo Ere omo olure- Daddy
Chief Alfred IKULAYO
January 31, 2019
January 31, 2019
I will miss my mum, she always loved and cared for me no matter what happened. I will always appreciate all she did for me and will never forget her.
January 31, 2019
January 31, 2019
Life is so hectic that you sometimes don't see whats important until its too late. Antonia, you gave so much yet asked for very little back in return. You showed such intelligence courage determination strength spirit in your actions I am inspired. I will always remember your sound advise and wisdom on matters and how you were always so helpful to anyone who needed help. You never gave up and would always question things. Family and Friends were very important to you. You will never be alone, we are with you always so I hope that you have peace and be in a safe place, around loved ones. You left two beautiful kids in this world, please guide and protect them.
January 30, 2019
January 30, 2019
I’ll miss you sister Lola. I’ll miss your sense of humour and laughter. It was a pleasure to know you.
You fought a good fight and for so long too. Rest well with the Lord.
I pray for comfort for all you’ve left behind. It is well.
January 29, 2019
January 29, 2019
You was the big sister I never had
Will forever miss you you always looked out for us.
You was so strong even in the face of sickness.
I know you are in heaven you had such a gentle soul full of courage and light.
I remember me and Bayo staying with you in your Norward apartment during school holidays - you took us cinema and parties in the park - those were some of the best days you always looked out for us
Thankyou for the wonderful memories
You lived life to the fullest
Our last telephone conversation you told me to be a good father to my children no matter what.
I will always live to make you proud Love you.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
January 27, 2019
January 27, 2019
Sister Mi. Its so painfull that you left us now, the last memory of you was on facebook. And I remember you saying "Aburo bawo ni" mo wa pa sister mi. You are wonderful and special soul to our family, Goodnight Ma. We shall all miss you. I know you are in a better place with your creator. RIP DEAR SISTER,
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
Ibilola,
I've always known you to be a fighter - a great inspiration to carry on no matter what battle one is facing. A woman of courage and great strength. An example to all.
With a heavy heart I say good night.
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
This is so shocking, just seeing this now. I know you are with the Lord. we thank God for the life you have touch. we love you and we will miss you. I pray for strength for the family.
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
Dear sister. You fought a great fight and defied the odds for so long. You were the core for all the siblings and you played a significant part in all our journeys.
You have earned your rest but I will miss you deeply. Until we meet again sister Lola.
Kayode
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
I was shocked when the news was broke to me yesterday. You fought really hard but God knows the best. Rest in the bosom of the Lord Till will meet one day. Rest in Peace.
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
May her soul rest on in the Lord, my family and hi sincerely send our condolences , may God grant the immediate and extended family the fortitude to bear this huge loss..
May her soul rest in peace.....
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
Words aren't enough to say how you will be missed by us all especially myself! You are such a lovely and wonderful person. A fighter and a strong woman, selfless and caring for people. I must say that the memory of the little time spent together lingers on. May the good Lord grant you eternal rest. Sleep on beloved on the bosom of the Almighty till we meet again.
January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
What a news so had to bite, a senior is who was cheerful and bright. Kind hearted and loving soul, May your soul find a perfect rest in the Lord. You surely would be missed but the love you shared remains forever true. Adieu egbon,
January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
The news of her departure was so shocking. God will grant the entire family the fortitude to bear the loss,may her soul rest in perfect peace
January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
May her soul rest in perfect peace we love
you God love you More
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