Continue to rest in peace Aunty Eli.

mami, i can still remember your last birthday on earth, i gave you something to light up your day. little did i know it was your last, stay blessed mami, and rest in peace. Much love from Brooklyn, Lennon and Pearl. WE miss you so much.

The passing on of Sister Enanga reminds us of the brevity of lifeon Earth and we are praying on the Lord to receive her gentle soul and forgive her of any trespasses;,so that she may rise on the day of resurrection for all who Jesus Christ has promised eternal life.
 We also thank the Lord for the quality of life she shared with us and may her legacy live on. Rest in the Lord.

AS THE DAYS DRAW NEAR TO BURY YOU MAMA, IT'S BECOMING CLEARER TO ME THAT THIS WORLD IS NOT OUR HOME. MY BODY IS HEAVY TO CARRY ALONG. I BARELY CAN DO MY DAILY CHORES. I BARELY CAN COORDINATE MYSELF. YOUR DEATH HAS STRUCK ME DOWN TO THE CORE. I THOUGHT AFTER BURYING PAPA I WOULD HAVE SOME TIME TO RECOVER. YOU WERE CONSTANTLY ADVISING ME TO BE STRONG BUT HERE AM I FINDING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO CARRY ON. GUIDE ME MAMA! GUIDE ME. SEND DOWN YOUR STRONG ARMS AND HOLD ME. FOR AM FEELING WEAK. YOU HAVE LEFT ME IN DARE STRAITS, I HOPE I FIND THE STRENGTH TO HOLD AND CARRY ON. SHOW ME THE WAY MAMA BECAUSE I KNOW YOU ARE WITH THE LORD. BLESS THE PREPARATIONS WE MAKE TO IMMORTALIZE YOU. BLESS ALL THOSE WORKING TO HELP US LAY YOU TO REST. THE REST YOU SO MUCH DESERVE. I THANK GOD FOR YOU AND YOUR LIFE MAMA......PLEASE D'ONT SLEEP FOR EVER. I STILL NEED YOU EVEN IN DEATH MORE THAN EVER. SHOW ME THE WAY MAMA AND GUIDE ME.
I LOVE YOU MAMA. REST IN THE LORD.

Ma. You are not with us       anymore ,but you will for ever have a special place in my heart.

Aunty Enanga ,AKA Ma was not only my beloved Aunt,She was a teacher, a pew mother, a cheerful, fun,strong and kind loving lady who was full of life .

Her residence at GTC Ombe was second home to me and many other students who were blessed to call it home. She was our second Mom.

God bless your soul.

Aunty Enanga, Rest well . We will carry you forever in our hearts .
- [ ] Wende Gwamo

In our hearts forever. My stoic,resilient,strong willed, enduring,loving and most compassionate friend, confidante and emblem of motherhood, l glorify God for you. I adore the Lord for the extra ordinary favour and blessings He showered on you while you were with us. These contributed greatly to build and mold me and us all in the family. Is it food, special kwacoco, advise, motherly care or comfort that you did not give? In you l saw, experienced and learnt a lot. No one can replace this void. Ma ......mi!!! this is too much for me but l leave all in the hands of the Lord. Like you used to say " l am not skilled to understand what God has willed, what God has done, l only know at his right hand stands one who is my saviour". I rest my pain on this. Adieu great and mighty Mami Wacka. Lol. Your daughter Constance.

My dear sister, your early and untimely departure is a vivid reminder of Gail Sheehy’s book “Passages” about the passages we all must go through in life. Death ought to be one of them as it sneaks up on us when it feels compelled to usher us to the next life leaving us with no options. Like every mortal, you lived a life striving to do your part before your days on earth are spent. Like all of us you went through ups and downs and through all of them you kept your poise, smile and much of your good humor. You left behind a legacy of children and grandchildren who seemed to have brought special grace to your life. If only you could read from where you are, you would be delighted at everything they have to say about you. And as it always happens, I am sure there will be moments of humor from recollections of the things you did and said that will have many in tears and laughter. Those will indeed be worthwhile moments for catharsis! You will be very dearly missed. … I remember the call you made from Buea that reset our relationship and led to many more conversations between us; that moment will always be remembered and cherished. Thank you for being big sister. Although my family and I are thousands of miles away we will forever remain connected in spirit through love. Where mortal remains are laid is of little consequence because in the end we will all converge where there will be no more pain, no more sorrow and no more tears. Adieu Enanga. From Ndiva and Family. NC, USA

Aunty, I never for a moment thought our last phone conversation was going to be the last I will hear you. The memories of the time we spent in Cameroon will always remain with us, and the boys will always remember you and the pancakes you made for them during the time we were in Cameroon. You are in our hearts even though you are no longer here. Fare well Aunty, fare thee well.
Beatrice Dingha-Jackai.

I still remember the first time I went to the Wacka ' s house in Ombe. During lunch, I took a teaspoon to eat rice. While her children were laughing at me, she took her time to explain the different uses of the cutlery. At her mother 's house in Limbe, she told me to always have confidence in whatever I do, no matter the humiliation and insults. During the last weeks in the hospital of sister Sophie Ephanga' s life on earth, she made it easier for me and Flora by using her size and strength to carry her younger sister ( Sophie) to whatever position she needed.  At the wonya Ephanga family meeting, she told me that the financial secretary has more control of the meeting thus, the president ' s success and that of the meeting depended on me. She urged wonya Ephanga to support me and chief Njombe financially in our political aspirations.
What a first cousin ( big sister) I had!
She used her experiences in life to mould others.
Sister, thank you for your support, lessons and encouragement. I will leave to remember you. Bye. Ephanga Marie.

The song goes "...Thus would we pass from the earth and its toiling, Only remembered by what we have done..." You had a kind heart. You were a mother to us all. Thank you for your love and counsel. We will treasure these. Adieu Aunty Eli⚘⚘. THE NJAKOS

"Boh"I so much find it difficult to believe that you are gone.Crying did not solve my problem of accepting the fact of your sudden departure until I heard a voice telling me you are in paradise.So mama all the laughing of that day was meant to send me in to a deep sleep so that I would not hear any phone call about you? It's a grate lesson to me about life that it's not about the strongest person, the most popular and or the most loved person.I will sincerely forever miss you mama not only because of the relationship but above all, the unlimited love and protections I enjoyed . " Boh", since Jehovah is holy indeed the fountains of your holiness,your spiritual you is in a place where there is eternal rest and happiness . bye bye. MOFOKE JOSEPH MBUA MOFOKE. ( Son in law )

"Mbamba " my mama and daddy tell me when ever I ask about you that you are no more with us. Why do you have to die nah " mbamba ?" You will not die again because where you are, you can not die again.I will always miss you because of the fact that you were so special to me .    Bye bye" mbamba ".                                            Adonis Eyolle Mofoke.

I still remember the first time I visited the Wackas in Ombe. During lunch, I used the wrong spoon in eating rice. While the children were laughing at me, my sister (Ma Wacka), took her time to explain the different uses of the cutlery. At her mother’s house in Limbe, she told me to always be confident in all what I do, no matter the insults or humiliation.
During the last days of our late sister (Sophie Ephanga’s) life in the hospital, Ma Wacka made it easier for us, when she will carry her and place her to whatever position she wanted.
At the Wonya Ephanga family meeting, she made me to understand that the president’s success depends on the financial secretary thus she will succeed if I the financial secretary did well. She urged the Wonya Ephanga members to support Me and Chief Njombe financially in our political aspirations. Oh what a cousin and big sister you were.
She used her experiences in life to mould others. On the 6th January, in our monthly family meeting, she looked tired and I asked if I could get her a walking stick, as usual she laughed.
Sister, thank you for your support, lessons, and encouragement. I will leave to remember you. Bye Bye.
Ephanga Marie

I still remember the first time I visited the Wackas in Ombe. During lunch, I used  the wrong spoon in eating rice. While the children were laughing at me, my sister (Ma Wacka), took her time to explain the different uses of the cutlery. At her mother’s house in Limbe, she told me to always be confident in all what I do, no matter the insults or humiliation.
During the last days of our late sister (Sophie Ephanga’s) life in the hospital, Ma Wacka made it easier for us, when she will carry her and place her to whatever position she wanted.
At the Wonya Ephanga family meeting, she made me to understand that the president’s success depends on the financial secretary thus she will succeed if I the financial secretary did well. She urged the Wonya Ephanga members to support Me and Chief Njombe financially in our political aspirations. Oh what a cousin and big sister you were.
She used her experiences in life to mould others. On the 6th January, in our monthly family meeting, she looked tired and I asked if I could get her a walking stick, as usual she laughed.
Sister, thank you for your support, lessons, and encouragement. I will leave to remember you. Bye Bye.
Ephanga Marie

Aunti Eli, I have pondered a while what my last message to you will be, while grappling with the fact that you are gone.
My surest Kwakoko supplier.
you have been this presence in my life for ever that i think I just took it for granted.
the memories and lessons overflow,
from Kumba, to Ombe,i remember you asking myself and Anita to go back and stand up for ourselves with the boys, when we came crying as kids.
I remember my break times from work in Limbe, spent with you at the market, where you always had my kwakoko waiting.
I remember your advice on marriage when I came to show you Lausi.
What can I say. Your quiet reassurance and love, I will always remember.
Thank you for your life which was a lesson in grace, and resilience.
Thank you for giving me a sister in Anita.
Thank you for love, Faith and Understanding.
Rest well Aunti Eli
Rest Well


Bella Tchombe

Mami President, Margaret Thatcher, Iron Lady. What name did we not call you or give you!! You were a mother, sister, aunt, and friend and so on. But true to who you were, you did your utmost and brought the Ephanga’s family together and created one large and wonderful family meeting; The Wonya Ephanga’s Family Meeting.
Your love for us all made you to be voted the pioneer PRESIDENT. Oh how we will miss you. A true sister, mother, friend and ……..We love you but God LOVES you most. May your GENTLE SOUL rest in PEACE.

Tribute to my spiritual mother

Mama as I called you.

You were such an outstanding mother to me; you took me as your own.
You Dedicated me into CWF movement . Your strict discipline, correcting and encouraging attitude, made me strong. I acquired an upright bringing in your hands. You taught me to look up to God in times of joy and sorrow through fervent fasting and prayers. You taught me that the Bible is my only weapon.
Your sudden exit from this world is a blow to me.
All I know is that God's children do not suffer in pains.
Rev. 14:13 says " then I heard a voice from heaven saying, write this: happy are those who from now on die in the service of the Lord!" Yes Indeed answers the Spirit. They will enjoy rest from their hard work, because the result of their service go with them.
Rest In Peace mama.

Bumah Mercy.

Mama, Adonis, Adidi as you fondly called him, has not come to terms with you departure. It is hard for him to accept that he won't see you again. " why did my mbamba die now" is a permanent question on his lips.
Mama, you are sorely missed.

Mama, Adonis, Adidi as you fondly called him, has not come to terms with you departure. It is hard for him to accept that he won't see you again. " why did my mbamba die now" is a permanent question on his lips.
Mama, you are sorely missed.

Mama Thank you for the gift of Life.
Thank you for nuturing me.
Thank you for the selfless sacrifices you made to foster me.
Thank you for the sleepless night you had to assure me.
Thank you for the unending Love you showed towards me.
Thank you for being there when I needed you most.
Thank you for the courage and strength to protect me.
Thank you for the prayers you offered in my name.
Thank you for the times that we shared together.
Thank you for the advise and guidance.
Thank you for being the solid rock on which I stood.
Thank you for not giving me the pain to watch you die.
Thank you for the good Christian life you lived.
Thank you for am assured that you will make Heaven.
Thank you for being my mother.
BUT I CANNOT THANK YOU ENOUGH !!

Mom we will always love you Rest In Peace an prepare a place for us as we will meet again with love.

Sis, we went through thick and thin together..we had our ups and downs but what was more important is that we stuck together. Remember how when i had Noella, i passed out after eight days- you where there.. when an accident occured at half mile and a cement truck almost sent you prematurely to death, i was there..we were always there for each other which makes me wonder what happened on that night of the 23rd of your departure? yes you deceived me and asked that Eric drop me at home..I cannot imagine what went wrong sis? did you feel a malaise after the administration of the drug? you went sooo fast after i left you ,you never said a word to me..it came soo suddenly..

I want to thank God you are resting in His bossom- no more pain- truly asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep for i know God is not unjust to forget your labour of love. I would never forget your voice as early as 4am sometimes as you praised and worshipped God in your room.You even caught some of our christ embassy tunes.

when mama went, you and i would crack jokes about some of her pronounciations to lessen the pain...with whom will i crack jokes about you?

my dearest sis,you have answered the call that all must answer someday. Farethee well, God is still in control so i do not fear anything for He is with me..He is my God so why should i be afraid? He is my strengthner, yes He is my helper and yes, He is my upholder and until that resurrection morning when we shall meet to part no more..

Good night my dearest sis

Nalowa Jackai

Aunty, you are not supposed to be gone. You promised you will take care and be here for a longtime, not leave us in the middle of the road like your friend and sister, Epoupa did. I guess we love and will forever love you but our Lord loved you more. Londo la buam, Aunty Eli. You will be terrible missed. I was told daddy, "your" Bob seats and tears stream down his face as he mumors..."why is Elisa too gone, who will come see me now in newtown..." The void you have left in the family is too large, but I pray you rest in peace and rejoice with all the angels as well as with your Boh, my mom "Epoupa" as you always called her. RIP, Aunty

Dearest MAMA, I can't believe I am writing this tribute about you this soon. Your life was a struggle from my childhood days up until the day of your untimely death. How I remember so vividly the times we passed together, the lessons about life which a mother passed to her last child. The unconditional love only you could provide. I remember your sleepless nights preparing food to sell, in order to raise money for my school fees in G.H.S Limbe; then the University of Buea. I really couldn't pay you back even with the salary I now earn at C.D.E as a managerial staff, however, I appreciate your unconditional efforts. You were always there for me and your grandchildren. I never knew it was your time to take the stairways to heaven; if so, I could with your grandchildren be in your room that fatal night. I remember our last moments, infact; i spent more than nine hours with you on the 23rd of January, 2018 then I went home to eat, you urged me to do so, only to return an hour later; too late to see you died on the floor. What happened? You were not visibly in pain, you were strong, you were lively and in one hour plus....dead? What happened? Which medications were you administered? How did you get on the floor? These questions I beg for answers. I fear I will never get them. You have transcended to eternal essence, and as you ascend above the clouds;may the heavenly angels help to show you the way.As the pearly gates open so wide for your entrance; may the Lord embrace your soul and keep you for eternal bliss.

Flowers and candles I should have laid for you by your bedside all these years but I thought life was there forever, it rarely occurred to me that time was my greatest enemy. Now I am lighting a candle for you Mama, please accept this as a sign of my unconditional LOVE for you even in death.You were an outstanding woman of whom I am and would ever be proud to call MY MOTHER. JUST REST MAMA. We will take it from where you have left. ADIEU But to me YOU ARE NOT DEAD!!

Dear Mama, it is now a week since you departed from this world. I am already missing you very much. You were my fortress, the solid rock on which I revolved...always ready to answer my call. You showed me and my family unconditional love and for that we are forever grateful. Thank you very much for being that mother I had ever dreamt of. Up until the last hour of your death, you spoke to me on phone promising to see me over the weekend...always ready to serve. Fare thee well mama. You have done your part. Only the Lord Our God knows WHY NOW. He prefers to have you by His side in a place He has prepared for you, for you served him all these years with joy.......But honestly Mama YOU HAVE GONE TOO SOON. GOD BE WITH YOU TILL WE MEET AGAIN.

It's sad to know you're gone, but i know you are in a better place.
A wonderful Granny you were to me. Moments spent with you will be missed. You're gone but your good deeds live on in my memory.
Adieu Mama who always commented on my "bandos".

Ahhh Mami Wacka You were a Mother to me, soft spoken, good heart. whenever we talk on phone you will always ask of the kids, and you finalise by saying ' Elisa stay fine you hear'. RIP Mami Wacka, go well dear Mother. My condolences to the entire family. Take heart My dear sister Anita, It is well with her soul.

Reme,
Rest In Peace.
Oh how it hurts to go on with you.
Chai!!

Reme!!! Mama!!! My baobab tree for a mother.

Very cheerful you were. Ever ready, boisterous- too busy for you own skin; teacher and friend.

"Who sat and watched my infant head ,when sleeping on my cradle bed---my mother.

You taught and moulded me from far and near, with a loud voice and on your knees in prayer. Thank you for the warmth, nouturing, coaching and love.

Your love and service to God almighty is worth emulating. Your compassion and affection to your children and grandchildren was second to none - ever present. May you find rest in God's bossom.

" Life at best is very brief" Ah! Your time with us went by so quickly; little did I imagine you would draw your last breath on that fateful Tuesday. By His grace you lived a full life and played your role as mother well too. Weh, my beloved mother hen. And not just to my siblings and I but to all who came your way - what a good heart you had.

I miss you terribly - sleep tight. Yours was a pleasant life, with victory on many fronts. May God in His infinite mercy overlook your shortcomings.
Rest mama, rest on.

You just didn't teach me to live without you and that hurt beyond words.

Anita Wacka Mofoke.

RIP Mami

Rest in peace Dear Mother. It hits like a bad bullet, take your rest where you belong in heaven with your Creator. God bless your gentle soul.