LINK FOR THE VIDEO OF THE FUNERAL:

https://youtu.be/qEuZEqXiFSs

Daddy Menakaya, the hospitality and care shown by you and the family through the years has been astounding. The family home in Nottingham -Jerusalem as I fondly call it, was the place I spent my first night on my return to the United Kingdom. The warmth, love, care and advice you gave have been a blessing to not just me but to my family. I remember the first time you met my wife and the wise words of counsel you offered to us.
We will miss you but that is because you blessed our lives and that is an encouragement for us to be a blessing to others. Adieu Sir till we meet in the presence of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.

On the behalf of the family of Late Mr and Late Mrs Ebere of Umuachilefu village Abala Obingwa Local government area of of Abia State Nigeria here express our grief on the demise of Doctor,He lived an examplary life of humility kindness,saved lives, struggle and overcome challenges that came along his way together with his loving wife and children.The relationship between this lovely family and mine has been over six decades of strong bond.Doctor faith was deeply rooted in God and we alive is a living testimony of his sincere service God and humanity together with his loving wife and family and I believe you are resting in the bosom of our Lord.My heartfelt condolences to my Aunty Cecilia and the entire family as his remains will be laid to rest in few days may good Lord strengthen us all as we bear the absence of Daddy and pray to reunite with him on the last day in Jesus name Amen.

Engr Charles Ebere MNSE
For Ebere family

A TRIBUTE TO OUR GREAT EXEMPLARY FATHER IN-LAW.

Our in-law, Late Dr. Menakaya departed from this universe gloriously fulfilled, established and equally enjoyed the Lord's Prosperity both physically and spiritually.
He was a"Real man", a teacher, a selfless man who possessed the confidence coupled with boldness to do right not because he was foolish nor given to fear, but for this simple reason of being beneficiary of "God's love".
 Late Dr. Menakaya loved God with all his heart, with all his soul, mind and strength.
He went further to impact this love of God diligently to all his children's children whenever he was privileged to emphasize this "Love of God". 
No wonder, the Almighty God rewarded him immensely on earth in accordance to His promise to those that love Him.
   1st Corinthians 2:9...
"Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have it entered into the heart of man, the things which God has prepared for those that love Him".
The Late Dr. Menakaya excited the world and departed from us at the divine time, at a divine age and to the Lord's divine kingdom. He knew while on earth, that there will be time to weep and a time to mourn after his departure but through God's will, left laughing and dancing for his children's children.
 Finally,
The entire NWATARALI FAMILY once more extend their sincere love, affection and sympathy to the entire Late Dr. Menakaya's Family. May the Lord give you the strength to bear this irreparable loss with great fortitude Amen & Amen.

TRIBUTE TO MY GRANDPA
Grandpa, it pains my heart that I never met with you one on one, though we spoke through phone.
 I have been looking forward to seeing you because I've heard a lot of good things about you from my parents. Whenever am praying, I do remember you in my prayers, now, who will I call my grandpa.
I pray that God should take good care of you because my parents said you are now with God.
I miss you Grandpa.
Your Granddaughter
Menakaya Vania Chimdiya

TRIBUTE TO MY BROTHER-IN-LAW
My Dear In-law Izu
 When I heard you were sick, I thought it was a matter of go and come.
You were a kind man everyone could see. You really helped me a lot all the time I came to your house, you treated me kindly.
You were a very good father to your children and God did bless you well.
It is better you're in his Hands.
May your humble soul rest in perfect peace Amen.
Your sister-in-law
Jane Nwatarali

TRIBUTE TO MY GRANDPA
I couldn't believe it when I heard my daddy's shout and I asked, then he told me my grandpa is nomore.
The first time I saw you, a was a year old but I still hold dear to my heart the picture we took together. I still remember how you Carry me on your lap and call me Somtochukwu. A memory that will forever remain alive in my mind.
Good Night Grandpa
Your Grandson
Menakaya Victory Chisimdi

TRIBUTE TO MY GRANDFATHER
Grandpa, I don't know why death took you away from us, but I can't question God.
 The memories of the good times I had with you when you came to Nigeria is still fresh in my mind. You're a gentle and loving Grandpa
 I will miss you so dearly. Continue to rest in the bossom of the Lord.
Adieu Grandpa
Your granddaughter
Menakaya precious Chidebele

EXIT OF A BELOVED FATHER IN-LAW ( A COLOSSUS) 'A person of exceptional importance and reputation'
  It was with pains in our heart and tears in our eyes that my husband, children and I received the sad news of your demise for we had hoped that you would recover. We're grieved but God knows best. I cherish the joyful memories of your visits to Abuja from UK. You're indeed a lovely and easy going person to be with. I am however, consoled by the fact that you never lacked care and love on your sick bed.
  Daddy, you were an epitome of a good father-in-law, index of generosity and you touched so many lives unconditionally.
I'll miss you so dearly and the legacies you left behind will never be forgotten.
Sleep on father in-law! Your love in my heart can't go less...Till we meet to part no more.
 Your Daughter in-law  
Menakaya Ijeoma Chioma

*TRIBUTE* *TO* *MY* *WORLD* *BEST* *UNCLE
A golden heart stop beating hardworking medical doctor hands at rest. Your life was full of love and labors. Your love for family was perfect, you did your best for all of us, we we always remember and immortalized you, and ensure your legacy lives on. God has you in his keep yard we have you in our hearts. Its sad that you are gone. Instead of staying with us, however there comes a moment when the ways of life are divided. You gave us years of happiness, then come sorrows and tears, but you left us with beautiful memories we would treasure throughout the years with love

Engr Chukwuemeka Modilim Menakaya
Your beloved Nephew *

LETTER OF CONDOLENCE

My family and I were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your father late Dr DAVIDSON IZUCHUKWU MENAKAYA.

I know this must be a difficult time for the MENAKAYA family but I believe God will give you all the fortitude to bear the loss.

Late Dr DAVIDSON IZUCHUKWU MENAKAYA. was indeed a kind and great man who lived a life full of service and dedication to humanity.

I will not be able to attend the funeral ceremonies and therefore crave your understanding with me. I pray that God will guide you as you give your father a befitting burial.

May God bless your family during this time and always.

May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Adieu Papa.

Mr Innocent Akwaeze (JP)
(Onye Galili).

TRIBUTE TO MY HERO ( DADDY)           
I can't forget this day in my life 29th of August when u left us to be in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ. When Ameachi called me to tell me of your death, I was filled with sadness and sorrow. I was going up and down calling you by your names and your titles (NNAYELUGO).
Daddy, you were indeed a wonderful father. You taught us so many things in life; you taught us humility and generosity. You rendered help to so many people in your lifetime because of your kind and honest hearts. You lived an exemplary life as a Christian to your children and your grandchildren.
Daddy, I promise you this day that those things you put in my hands, that no one will take it away from me and from our family. I remember how you scolded me when I did something you didn't like and I will get angry at you but now I have come to realize that all you did was out of the love you had for me as the father that you were.
Daddy, I can't believe that you are gone, but you still leave in my heart, and I will miss you forever daddy till we meet again to depart no more.        Yours Son,                   
Menakaya Chukwudi.

Tribute to my brother in law Dr Davidson Menakaya.

The news of the demise of my in-law Dr Davidson Menakaya got to me with a very great shock. I never envisaged that his ailment will come to termination of his life. This is because I was getting in touch with him during his admissions in the hospital and from all indications I did not dream that this ailment will result to this. I am really in severe shock to learn about his passing because from all indications he was making progress/responding positively to treatments. The news of his death was really devastating to me and up until now, I have not recovered from the shock of his death, I have lost a very good in-law who has been a rock to me. He has been a very important personality in my life. He is indeed also a very big brother to my siblings and I and also contributed immensely to my family. I feel deeply about his demise and I don’t know how we can fill the vacuum he has left by his demise.

My prayer is that our heavenly Father grants him eternal repose in his kingdom. Grant his family and all that has been left behind, divine guidance and protection to carry on until we meet again to celebrate in Jesus name, Amen.
Bro! Bro! Like he fondly calls me, rest on, till we meet to part no more.

Adieu my in law, Davidson Menakaya.

Engr Ben Efobi

Tribute for Dr Davidson Izuchukwu Menakaya
Dr Davidson Izuchukwu Menakaya, my beloved brother in-law who no doubt is now resting peacefully in the bosom of the Lord.
Dr Menakaya was not just seen as a brother in-law in my family but as a brother hence we call each other ‘Bro’. He also calls me Marokwe (my pet name during my football, secondary and university days). We behave like brothers to each other hence our attitude to each other was very informal. We usually sit around the table to discuss and resolve family issues amicably with brotherly love.
This is supposed to be a sad period for us but we are rejoicing in the Lord knowing that he has ran a good race while here on planet earth. He gave a good account of his stewardship through numerous testimonies that I know and have been pouring in since he passed away. He was very kind, simple in nature, a peace maker, always looking for peaceful solutions of issues, loving and most importantly God fearing man. He was the type of a person who could go extra mile to help people irrespective of his relationship with them. He was very generous to a fault that people took advantage of it by almost deliberately refusing to pay back monies loaned to individuals in times of need. I am aware that in his private hospital, he was so kind, full of emotion and compassion that he was virtually treating his patients free once he finds out the patient’s pecuniary circumstances or situations. I had actually admonished him on this laisez-faire approach that I feared the hospital could close down one day for lack of finance to run and maintain it logistically. But then he would always dismiss it with the wave of the hand saying that the hospital was established to serve both the rich and the poor in the community and that he knew the Lord would always provide for him. I lost my patience one day that I asked him to rename it Charity Hospital. I said to him, look, you have a family to take care of or you may go broke. But that did not change him. But the good thing was that God in deed found favour with him and blessed and prospered him. The hospital became the peoples’ hospital as it was their number one choice amongst other hospitals in the surrounding area.
His death is like a Sunami to those who knew him and it is still a shock to them that he is no more. I pray that God Almighty continue to console the immediate family, (his children (my nephews and niece), his grandchildren and especially his wife - my sister) of his death which has devastated everyone. The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh and the Lord would continue to be their pillar of strength in this very trying and difficult period.
Adieu Bro; your memory will continue to linger on within our hearts as long as we live and may your gentle soul rest in perfect peace in Jesus mighty name. AMEN.    
Mr and Mrs Goddy Efobi (Anegbuachala)

A short while missed, we shall meet again.
Oh Grave! Where is thy sting?
Oh Death! Where is thy victory?
Daddy, we did not get to say goodbye.
You departed in the twinkling of an eye,
Exactly one week after my visit and after mom’s (your wife’s) birthday celebration.
We never got to say farewell as no one expected it will be so soon.
This sadness in my heart, no one can tell.
Without any warning, you went the way of every man.
You slept in Christ leaving us. Jesus called you as he will us when the time comes.
For a little while here on earth, you shall be greatly missed.
We shall meet again yet singing hallelujah chorus in heaven by God’s mercies, grace and love.
We shall unite with all the saints and until then in my heart you will always be.
Daddy, you alone called my middle name. Who else will call me Aunli mma?
Though out of sight, you will live in our hearts and mind.
We shall miss you more than words can say.
You are the best Daddy anyone could have.
You thought me the ways of God, Prayers, and always giving words of wisdom.
Daddy sleep well and Goodbye.
Till we meet again.

Although there is not much I can say as I did not know grandpa for too long. Certainly, from the few times I was opportune to be with my Grandpa, I can say he was a wonderful being, a jolly good fellow, content and happy with his life. It is sad to see you go, but I know we shall meet again in Heaven.
Goodbye, Grandpa.
I love you.

What can I say? You were a father indeed! I learnt a lot from you, and most important of them all was contentment.
You lived a simple life, a life of contentment. It was so visible that I couldn't help but start emulating such a rare attribute. Your hope was always anchored on the Lord Jesus. I will miss you no doubt, but I am assured of your rest in the bossom of our Lord Jesus which is the greatest achievement for anyone with faith in our heavenly father. I love you Dad. Love you forever.