Late Dr. (Mrs.) Esther Aniefiok McCarthy was born on the 18th of June, 1987 into the family of recognized Educationists, Chief (Dr). Gladstone F. Ukoima and his wife, Deaconess Grace Gladstone Ukoima of Blessed memory. Esther's parents taught her the values of sacrifice and love for family through leading by example.
Late Dr. (Mrs.) Esther Aniefiok McCarthy was raised in the Assemblies of God Church according to the teachings of the Holy Bible, in particular as to holiness unto God and the sanctity of family and marriage. She was nurtured to internalize basic Christian virtues of humility, charity, diligence, patience, kindness and temperance. She exemplified these virtues in both her family life and professional career. She was strong and firmly grounded in her Christian journey and she would say ever so often that whatever GOD had endowed her with must be shared.
As a result of these influences, Esther, through her own passion for good, justice and fair play, and a concern for the poor and disadvantaged, evolved into a masterpiece of GOD, cherished and loved by her family and friends and admired by many wherever she went.
Before her demise, her last sermon to the church was to always judge God faithfully.
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION Late Dr. (Mrs.) Esther Aniefiok McCarthy grew up as a peaceful and hardworking lady. She started her educational journey at Saint Thomas Nursery and Primary School, Port Harcourt and in 1998 where she obtained her First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC). After which she proceeded to Blessed Comprehensive Secondary School, Port Harcourt.
She went through the prescribed academic program successfully graduating top of her class and was adjudged the best during her set and consequently obtained her West African Senior School Certificate (WASSC) in 2003.
She later continued into University of Calabar to study Medical Laboratory Sciences and was awarded Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (BMLS) in 2010. In 2011, she worked as a Medical Laboratory Science intern at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital before proceeding to Anambra State, where she serve Nigeria under the NYSC scheme.
Late Dr. (Mrs.) Esther Aniefiok McCarthy was still not satisfied with her academic achievements as her desires was always to be a medical doctor, hence her direct entry into medicine and surgery at the university of Calabar, where she graduated with distinction in 2019. She later proceeded to do Medical Housemanship at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital formerly Braithwaite Memorial Specialist Hospital which she completed in December, 2020.
HER FAITH
She was a devout Christian and lived an exemplary life worthy of emulation. A lover of God, family, very flawless with a paragon of virtue, loving, intelligent, diligent, obedient and humble, a selfless and cheerful giver. She was indeed a virtuous woman with all shades of talent and skills. Very caring and faithful to family and friends.
DEATH
Late Dr. (Mrs.) Esther Aniefiok McCarthy slept in the Lord on Tuesday the 27th day of April, 2021.
She is survived by:
Husband: Dr. Aniefiok McCarthy Udoetuk
Children; Darah Aniefiok McCarthy (Daughter) Dikan Aniefiok McCarthy (Son) Disah Aniefiok McCarthy (Daughter)
Brothers;
Mr. Ene Gladstone Ukoima, and Mr Awajiro Gladstone Ukoima
Sisters;
Dr. Mrs Helen Waribo Anthony, Mrs Mijan A. Ebegha, Mrs Patience Elenwo, Miss Edith Gladstone Ukoima
Mother-in-law: Deaconess Mrs Patience McCarthy Udoetuk
Brother-in-laws;
Engr. Inemesit McCarthy Udoetuk (Msc), Engr. Usoro McCarthy Udoetuk ( Msc), Mr. Mfon McCarthy Udoetuk (ESQ), and Engr. Justus Ngerebara
Sister-In-Laws;
Dr. Mrs Unyime McCarthy Ngerebara, Mrs Ekaette Ebong Udoetuk (MPH), and Mrs Abigail McCarthy
*Including numerous Aunties and Uncles
