Big, Mami Endah Continued to REST in PEACE!! ForEver ❤️ Loved!! ForEver In Our Hearts!! ForEver Remember!! RIPPPP Sister.

Dear sister Elise, continue to rest with the Lord. We miss you!

Happy birthday in heaven my darling sister. Life is so different without you and i can’t imagine this is going to be forever . When ever I feel like sharing something with you, then it dawns on me that you will never be there to give me that listening ear . When I am bored, i feel miserable and confused and sad because I should have just driven to Bowie to meet you, either for a cooking spree or a shopping spree, or just a gisting spree …we were good at it. Thanksgiving is in few days, no plans… you would have asked in your usual way… sis weti be menu? OMG! This is unbelievable. You left so much undone…My support system . Smallie worries about your where about.. we are all in disbelief. Continue to be our guardian angel. Your exit is such a painful one. How i wish one could turn back the hands of the clock.. I would have celebrated you more. I miss you so much sis…..infact America sour for my mouth. Continue to Rest in the bosom of the Lord Adieu sis

Big Mami Endah my Heart Bleeds!! My Heart is Heavy !! Continued to REST in PEACE Sis !! RIP !! RIP !! RIP !! FOREVER In Our Hearts FOREVER REMEMBERED ❤️!! FOREVER LOVED!! Continued to REST in PEACE!! JESUS IS LORD  ♥️ ❤️   ♥️ ❤️  Happy Heavenly Birthday 

Happy birthday sis. I miss you more than you would have ever imagined. The void your passing has created in my life can be filled by no one. Some days I still can’t believe you are gone. Lord help me! RIP till we meet again. ❤️❤️❤️

Happy Birthday, Elise!! We miss you dearly and continue to pray for a peaceful repose of your soul! You are continuously with us in all our thoughts!!

Dear sister Elise, today is your birthday. How sweet it would have been to have you around. I am comforted knowing that even though you are physically absent, your gentle soul is resting in peace. I would have been saying HBD to you but it's a new dawn and I would say: happy new life with Christ, enjoy your rest, we love and miss you.

Uwoh! Uwoh! What a way to say goodbye…it hurts to see you part this soon. Nine months ago, we had a great come together as a family at our home, an occasion that was reminiscent of our days back in Atuakom. I never thought that will be our last family celebration. I still look back at that weekend and thank God we at least had a great family time together, one of many.

It was difficult to see you on your sick bed these past months, especially during your last few day. I am happy I could be at your bedside some days before you transcended, to hear your gently voice, even though very faint for one last time.  Despite all the pains, you were still smiling and cracking jokes. I saw in you the determination to keep fighting until the last day.

Elise, we will miss you and we pray that the Almighty grant you Eternal rest. My special sister, I will miss you! You were not only a sister, but also an acquaintance, a friend, and a fellow Scorpio. You were kind, gentle, compassionate, loving, and easygoing.

Farewell Elise, Farewell!

My dearest sister Elise, I have struggled a lot with what to say or write. It is moments like this that one lacks the words to say. You are gone too soon Elise and all I have to hold on to is our last conversation. But, I am comforted because you fought a good fight and now you are resting in the bosom of your Maker and Creator, Jesus Christ, free from all the pain and suffering. Endah, sleep peacefully with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ until we meet again to part no more.
I love you sis.
Njuengfri

Hi Elise, your departure has been painful. The last time we prayed on your sick bed we we believing God for super divine healing. The pain is too much. I miss you and Jason, kofi and Tebeng miss you so much. Your gentle spirit and kind earted nature will remain a light to many..You are now resting iin peace. God is with you. I love you and miss you so much. Thank you for being such a sweet soul . Always on our mind.
Love you
Jozzy

Elise, this is as hard and difficult as it gets to write a memorial for you. I have waited a while to come to terms that you are truly gone physically, but spiritually I will forever remember the wonderful you. I cannot imagine not being able to have a chat again to hear your soft, calm, monotone and gentle voice. That genuine laughter of yours is no more, but is still in my head from our last conversation and will always be. I have gone through pictures to try and understand what happened to you, but it still doesn’t make sense. The more I searched into the archive of my pictures, the more I feel of what a wonderful and loving sister you have been. In particular during my first visit to the US, the pictures say it all how happy we were to see each other again. Same with all the times we have had the opportunity to be together. Your willingness to do anything for Brinley when asked is a memory that will be engraved in my mind forever. You were and will remain a true sister who could have a conversation with me in good or bad times. Why was your life on this earth so short, only God knows. 

My little boy Jayden will be wondering what happened to his mum, but I will do my best to support him in such difficult and extraordinary circumstances. And for Didian and Tembeng, the family touch, ties and closeness will forever still be there. 

For all our life growing up in Atuakom, Bamenda until recent, I never saw anything threw you off balance and even during the toughest times of your illness, you were still as calm and as positive as ever. Even when I visited you recently in John Hopkins hospital, we had a good normal conversation and it was hard to imagine the serious conditions you were in. It took me a few sessions to write this as it was so hard to overcome my emotions in one session. I will forever miss you. Lots of Love, RIP. 

Sister Elise .
     I know God knows it all. My co-wife where did time go .My heart is heavy my mouth is shivering my eyes are full of tears rather I want to thank you for the time I spent with you.I cherished every moment I had with you. I still hear your voice calling me from the basement to let me know you are down stair so to join you. I still wait for that text message to let me know you are back from work and the sound of your car so I can finish up and meet you upstairs.You were a wife, a big sister and mother to those who came across you. Even in sickness Your voice was so sound and strong to the point that I didn’t know u will live us.Rest..Rest..And in all the tomorrows we’ll feel you – gone in some ways, but your presence ever near.We will miss you so much. Go well..Go well.Go well..Go well.

Sis....as we fondly call each other. Our relationship was like no other as we
were also fortunate to be married into the same family. We supported each other through the good times and bad times. I had your phone number on speed dial as you were my anytime, anywhere person of contact. Then you got sick, we prayed hard, we cried, and we also laugh together knowing that you will pull through it because in my mind, I am thinking God please not Elise and if it has to be Elise let it not be now. Well, God had a better plan for you because I believe he needed a beautiful, caring Angel just like you by his side. I am so glad to spend the last night of your time on earth by your bedside. Hopefully you are in Heaven praising God and dancing to the tunes of "Way Maker, Miracle worker" because that is the song we listened to all night. Rest well sis ...you will forever be in my heart.

Sis ooh… my darling sister.. my touch bearer. This is such a bitter pill for me to swallow. Chaii i still think it’s a dream. Such a loving sister of mine, my gisting partner. You trusted me so much.. when i did something good, you would always say “what can i do without you’. We had so many plans for this summer, but God knows it all. I saw you in pain, i was in pain too. I prayed night and day for God to have mercy on you.. He gave us an answer that is best for Him. Now i know you are resting where there is no pain nor sickness. I thank God for making me spend the last three and a half years of your life with you. We shared old memories, planning our meals, outings etc. There was never a dull moment with you sis. Thank you for being my support system from years past and an amazing big sister. You will forever be in my heart. Good night sis.

My dear Auntie Elise,
It is so hard not to ask God why but believe God knows best. Life has not been the same without you. I am so happy I got to spend 5 years of my life with you. You were so full of life and so caring. Thank you for all the virtues you taught me. I will miss you so much. Rest well auntie

Elise ! What a kind gentle soul. Soft spoken and no drama. I met you through Queentar, but you treated me like we have been friends for ever. You were so welcoming and easy to talk to. Thank you for celebrating my 2017 birthday with me. Such beautiful and genius smile will be forever missed. Rest well beautiful !

Elise oh!! You left us too soon!!! My beautiful, dependable, loving, gentle, soft spoken, kind and caring sister-in-law. It’s been a blessing knowing you and you were always fun to be with. You always welcomed us with so much warmth and love each time we visited. Even in your sick bed, you remained cheerful, loving, and always looking out for everyone around you. 
It’s hard to believe that we will not see your beautiful smile or share moments of laughter with you again. I will always remember and cherish the wonderful memories and fun times we had together. Rest well Elise, your beautiful memories will live on. ❤️

Dear mom, it’s hard waking up everyday just to remember that your not across the hallway anymore…. it still feels unreal…. how could you go so fast? It’s so hard going day my day without you. It’s too soon for me to be writing you a tribute, it’s too soon to be planning your funeral, it all just happened to fast….I remember just seeing you in the hospital strongly believing that you would recover from this sickness. Then a few days later i get a phone call just to hear you left us…it’s truly unbelievable and i’m heartbroken. I don’t even know what to think or how to feel anymore i have so many different emotions and it’s crazy. Everyday i look in the mirror and i can’t see anything but your face then i just think of all the memories we have shared together including all the ups and downs every moment we shared was special. It’s hard to think that you can’t watch me accomplish my goals in life or watch your 3 year old little boy become the man i know you would want him to be. I promise you i will try my hardest to step up play the role you did in Jayden’s life and help Dad raise him to the best of my ability. I could honestly sit here and type you a whole book about all the memories we shared together it feels like. Mom may you continue to Rest In Perfect Peace, I love you so much and cannot wait to see you again — Your Son❤️

What a painful exit. Dear Elise, my wonderful neighbor turned sister. A woman with the heart of gold. Elise, you made life so easy for my children and I when we moved to Maryland almost 20 years ago. I spoke with you last month and did not know that was our last conversation. I don’t know what to say, but pray that the Lord will comfort your husband, children and the entire family in Jesus name Amen. Rest well beautiful sister. I will miss you

Niece the Fonacho's family love, and miss you but God loves you more. Adieu till we meet to part no more.
Uncle.

My dear sister in-law Endah, how could u have left us without us meeting face to face? Your departure is so painful that words can't express. I had planned that 2023 shall be our meeting year. I can still hear u tell your husband on a phone conversation telling your husband of the step I should take. Our dear mother, how do I even tell someone that I only heard your voice on phone? I thought it was all a dream till your husband told me it was true. We are all in pains because of your unannounced departure. Your husband, a man with a heart of gold should not go through this if man were to be the decision maker. The kids u would do everything to protect are now wondering what suddenly happened. I wished we could provide answers to all these questions. Fare thee well sister. We shall miss you till we meet again.

Amoh Silas.

My dear sister, with my mouth lacking words and my mind not well composed, I struggle to pen these few words just to wish you goodbye, peace and rest in the Lord. The way you received and treated me made me to believe that I had a sister in you I could always count on but now, what I should believe, I don't know. It's so sad to remember how brief this time was . I chose not to ask questions and I thank God for the impact you left in our hearts. Sister Elise, Rest In Peace with Christ, we will remember you always!

What a loss! I can’t believe you are no more. You were someone so special. You had a heart that cared.
Father, in the name of Jesus, I thank you for your daughter, Elise E. Tsongwain née Atanga, thank you for the life she lived here on earth. Thank you for the wonderful family you blessed her with.
Even as you rest, you will be highly missed, but your legacy will live on.
Rest in Perfect Peace in the bosom of the Lord.

My dear wife Endah, I have struggled writing this tribute as my emotions are completely out of control and I am yet to come to terms with what just happened. I have gone through cycles of anger, confusion, depression, sorrow, tears, and I am hoping this is a bad dream I would wake up from. I have so many unanswered questions

• Why Elise?
• We were about to start living life on our terms, why am I planning your funeral?
• Why am I picking your casket and selecting a cemetery spot for you?
• Why would God allow a beautiful soul to go through the pain we witnessed?
• Why exit at such a youthful age?

I do not have any answers and I am completely devastated, drained, and need the grace of God to stay positive and strong.

I am truly lucky and blessed to have shared my love and life with such a beautiful angel. Rarely does beauty, character, formidable ethics, and patience come in a single package but somehow that was an embodiment of who you were. 22 years of marriage to you went by so fast, your infectious beauty, gentleness made our home a place of peace and refuge. You were my greatest confident by whom I would run my crazy ideas. Most importantly you had become a mother to us all, you fondly called me your first son jokingly saying you had three sons. Having lost my mother 23 years ago, the truth is you had filled that void. To me you were not only the love of my life, the mother of our kids, you had gradually become my mother too. Loosing you means I not only lost my spouse, but I have lost my mother twice in my lifetime. How do I recover from such deep hurt? How do the boys and I move forward without you Endah?

We went through lots struggles as a couple, we triumphed in some cases but also shed tears and pains in others. The successes and happiness we shared as well as the pains and hurt we went through played a fundamental role in cementing the bond and love we enjoyed and thus making us a formidable team. We were beginning to slowly realize our dreams and goals as we slowly implemented our plans, most importantly the excitement of enjoying the future on our own terms was becoming a reality. I am just so heartbroken you are not here for us to continue this journey, but I pray the lord gives me the fortitude to implement every one of our plans thus achieving our goals.

You have left me with two handsome boys and as promised they now become my number one priority for the rest of my days. My beautiful Endah, I am not sure what is on the other side of life nevertheless I hope when my journey ends, I will meet you, so we continue from where we ended. I love you and will miss you so much, however your spirit lives on in us.

Didian Tsongwain

Elise Endah, now prematurely at rest with her ancestors. Your departure  leaves the family in a state of confusion and devastation.There are many questions to ask, but to whom and who will give the answers?  Genesis 3:18 attempts a consolatory answer to the end of life, but still leaves the question of when ,how and why, hanging in the air.

Elise was a virtuous woman.
An exemplary good wife, good mother,good sister, good aunt,good sister -in-law ,very caring daughter-in-law, good Christian and an honest, trustworthy and reliable friend.to many.We loved her and wanted her company much longer, but her maker needed her sooner than later,
hence her life has ended at the prime of her youth.
Thank you for your short span of life which impacted the lives of many positively.
  Go in peace and may God, the most high, grant your soul perfect rest by His
bossom, until we meet again at Christ feet, on that ressurrection morning.        Adieu,.   Adieu.
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Elise
I lack wards . Your voice on the 16th of April 2022 Wishing me a happy birthday never told any such story that you will be gone. Gone so soon my dear.You have been such a sweet friend.soft spoken from day one we connected at P school.
I remember the fun memories in school, the visits back and forth to the Tebits. We were far apart but connected in all ways.
I enjoyed my brief visit with you and the treats you gave me at Bowie .sister Gone but just too soon? Woman! Woman! We will for ever miss you.faire thee well.
Condolences to the Atangas and Chongians.And to my boys, mum is gone but her spirit leaves on to see you through. We love you but God does most.
Arangs

How does one express the amazing essence and spirit of Elise, her selfless generosity, love, caring heart and uncompromising belief in all that is good, and her unwavering commitment to her family, friends and colleagues. Words, even the very best of words cannot truly capture the sense of loss I am feeling. YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED ELI MAMA !!!!!!!. Your smiles, positive attitudes,
jokes and laughter will be missed. Rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ dear friend as we pray for Gods consolation upon the loved ones you left behind. May Elise's soul and the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace Amen..

Sis Elise, I can’t believe we are leaving tributes for you. Your beautiful smile and gentle personality will be greatly missed. You were a silent listener to many conversations but your eyes and smile spoke for you. Rest In Peace where there is no more pain and anguish. Your family and friends will keep your memories alive. PEMEXANS will miss you very much. Rest well big sis until we meet again.

Chaii Elise!!!!! I did not know that I was having my last conversation with you, last month! I am yet to believe that you are gone to be with the Lord. I have known you for 40 years and you have always been my small sister and friend. I can always count on you, regardless of the circumstances. In my darkest moments in life, you stood behind me like a pillar. Who will I chat with about the ups and downs of life? How can I forget your good sense of humor? My dear, you may be gone, but your spirit is still alive in me, and I will always cherish our friendship and relationship. To Didian (your hubby), your two loving children - Tembeng & Jayden, I will say that the grace and peace of God will abide in you during this difficult moment. Rest well Elise, until we meet to part no more. 

It is with deep sorrow that I wish to say goodbye to you. I wish I had just one more time to tell you how much I love you. It’s been over 30 years since we last saw each other but it seems as if it’s yesterday. I wish to thank you for the part you played in my life. Most of it, only the two of us really understand. I thank you for the love and knowledge you gave me. I can’t forget how you forced me to sit by you and read. It was so sweet. The sweetest part is when I’m coming to check if you are around. All about you has been a lesson to me. Even your demise is still a lesson. A lesson that we must always keep in touch with those we love for they can leave us at anytime. It’s so painful for I have something nice to tell you but I can’t anymore. I know you are in a better place now. That’s the only thing that makes me feel a bit better now. I love you so much. I’ve loved you for over 30 years and will love you for a thousand years more. Rest In Peace Elise.

A sister with a gentle and selfless heart. Always there to stretch s helping hand with no second thought. Yes, doing it without blowing any whistle. Many didn't know

Elise! My friend/ coworker, my beautiful Mama like I fondly call you. It so sad and hard to say goodbye. Working with you is the most precious thing that have ever happened to me. You are a beautiful woman with a golden heart Your memory will forever live with us. You will be surely missed. Goodnight my friend till we meet to part no more my heart is broken. I love you but God loves you more....Rest on Mama.....May God give your family the fortitude to bear this great loss

Elise you will be truly missed at work. I am going to miss our talks about which stores had sales for the week, our texts informing each other where we could find crab legs on sale and you walking down the halls saying “Come on Baby We have work to do” I am going to truly miss you and your hugs

Elise dear,
My best beau, my confidant, sweet, kind hearted, gentle, caring with a great sense of humor, gone too soon. Unbelievable.
I thank God for all the memories we shared through the decades. You will forever be in my heart.
I pray for God to give your loved ones the strength to bear this great loss.
To the Atanga and Tsongwain families please accept my heart felt condolences.
Elise, May your kind and gentle soul RIP.

Queen Mother.....what do I really say. Im still hoping its not real. You were my American Mother; came to America right into your arms..how you laughed with me when I had no clue what i was doing. Thank you for the sacrifices you made for me. Im still hoping i will hear your cheeky laugh and your smile. How could this really be? Go safely Queen Mother.

My mbombo as I always called you,I'm speechless at your sudden death. You were my mother,sister and friend; extremely loving,kind,honest and supportive. You taught me life values and many other things. It is like a dream that you are no more
yet a reality.You ran your race so swiftly and have reached your high calling. I know you are in a better place resting in the Lord's blossom.You will forever remain in my heart,Adieu

Elise
I will always remember your kind, compassionate, gentle-loving personality. Friendship with you was effortless. Never a dull moment in your company. I'll miss our long talks and together times. Thank God for many decades of genuine friendship. I cherish all the memories we share. Rest in peace Elise, until we meet again in paradise. I pray God's comforting peace for your family as they go through this great loss. Goodbye Elise.
Your friend
Bertha

Big Mami Endah!! Big Mami Endah....Weeeeeey !! Papa God!! Jesus!! Jesus!! Jesus!! Sooo Loving!! Soooo Caring!! Kind Hearted!! Goes an Extra Mile to do anything that HELPS. I still SEE the Sports Red Car you drove from Maryland to Pennsylvania to Pick me up and Lisa in the middle of a Snow Storm... My heart bleeds!! My heart bleeds!! Jesus!! Jesus!! Yaweh!! Chineke!! OLUWA!! Chaiii !! Chaiii!! Rest in PEACE Big Mami Endah!! Rest in PEACE!! FOREVER In Our Hearts!! FOREVER Remember!! In Jesus Most Mighty and Matchless Name We ve PRAYED !! RIP Elise!! RIP BigMami Endah!! 

Oh Elise someone needs to slap me and wake me up from this nightmare. My darling sister who would have thought you would leave us so soon. I thank God for your life and the time we spent with you. Who will fill the void your death has created. Lord help us! You taught me how to dance rock in Buea when I was a little girl. Took me under your wings and guided me when I came to the US. I will cherish the memories I have of you till we meet again. Bon voyage sis❤️❤️❤️

My Precious Elise I remember your always smiling, welcoming beautiful personality. We thank you for your shared caring heart. We miss you dearly and are comforted by our spiritual knowledge that your great good heart is resting in peace near God Almighty. May the future of the children be bright and May your dear husband, relatives and friends be comforted. LoveBindsUs my dear daughter. Peaceful travel into your own Heavenly Eternity..

The Tsongwain and Atanga families announce with deep sorrow the passing of their wife, sister, mother, daughter, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, Mrs. Elise Endah Tsongwain nee Atanga on Friday June 17, 2022 in Maryland, United States after a brief illness.

Funeral arrangements are ongoing and will be added here as soon as they become available.