TRIBUTE IN HONOUR OF OUR DEPARTED BELOVED, MRS OGUNBIYI

Painful to know that the sun set so soon. It's painful and awful to loose a dear personality like you. The brief moment I knew you through my friend Commodore Williams, I saw both of u as an inseparable entity's. You came with him to ilorin in honor of PMC set 76 get-together some 6 years ago all the way from Lagos. This shows a high level of love, commitment and loyalty not only to your darling husband but even
to we, his classmates. I saw in you the grace and an epitomy of a virtuous woman as exemplified in Proverbs 31:10-31. You were indeed a virtuous woman to the core through your love, obedience and references to your to your lovely husband at all time. Your response to your precious Children, friends and families speaks volumes about you. Death may separate us for a moment but certainly one day we shall meet to part no more at the bosom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Rest on beloved sister. I really do not have sufficient courage to console your husband but I have left him in the hand of the comforter who will certainly comfort and take very good care of him and your precious Children. Adieu mummy, till we meet at the resurrection morning. Good night.
Rev Dr. Mike Olayemi

Mummy Seyi as you were fondly called. I still can’t believe you are gone. O death, where’s thy sting? O grave, where’s thy victory? 1 Corinthians 15:55.
When something like this happens, it leaves everyone figuring out how to pick up the pieces. Mummy, was a very Brave, Bold and Daring woman. Business oriented, never tired, never complaining, very productive mama Oja, always there to give you that push. One whom many of us admire. She would say to me, start with this business just don’t stay idle my dear. The heart she had for others was a rare gift to the many people who had the privilege to know her and be blessed by her. No one can replace a MUM, but God can comfort a grieving heart. He knows what you need during this time much better than anyone else. We will miss your tender disposition. I’ll keep praying for the rest of the family… Rest on mummy.

You went too soon really ma, celebrate with the Angels in Heaven

To God alone be all the glory. Commodore, we all share in your grief and pray for you and your entire family that it is well with you all in Jesus name. The Lord will continue to grant you strength, comfort and ability to forge ahead. His face will continually shine upon you and grant you peace as she rests on in the bosom of the Lord.
Prof J.J.Adefila

Our dearest Mrs Iyabode Ogunbiyi , I spoke to you one time when I was talking with your husband William (my college son) you were so sweet and Pleasant. Unfortunately I didn’t get to meet you. You’re gone so soon and too early. We all going to miss you. Continue to rest in the hands of our Lord Jesus Christ.
To the Ogunbiyi’s family God will console you and strengthen you. Rest on our wife mother and grandma. We love you but Jesus love you most.

My big sister, it took me this long to write this tribute to you because the whole thing till now still feels like a dream to me, like a movie that would end sometime soon. Several times in my closet i have asked God why you had to exit this world so soon.
I can't deny that your demise shattered me, although i looked composed and put together, but in reality i was broken. I really miss you mama Seyi, i really miss you. I am just wondering, if i could miss you this much, then i wonder howmuch your husband and your lovely children would miss you.
If you are reading this, if you are in anyway seeing all of these tribute people have written about you, then i am sure you would see for yourself howmuch people love you, even the ones that never met you in person.
Continue to rest in peace my big sister, i can't type anything further because my eyes are full of tears, I will stop here.

My sister, my wife and my friend, words cannot describe my shock and disbelieve that you are now with the Lord. How unfair or unclear is death that specialises in separating friends, relations, spouses, colleagues etc without notice. There were so many things going through my mind since I got this rude shock. Were you such a good person because you knew you didn't have long to spend in this sinful world? But why? I believe that you are looking at us from beyond with pity as there is nothing in this sinful world. Adieu Iyabo. Rest in Peace.

Tribute to Mrs. Iyabode Aderoju Ogunbiyi, a woman of substance
Death is evil, it is the greatest enemy of humanity, and the last enemy to be conquered by any mankind. It is a mystery that humanity has yet to know its depth and its meaning. The understanding of the living human is shallow because no one has gone to the dead and come back to provide an accurate account of the life beyond. It becomes a personal issue when our loved one, and or our dear friend is a victim of death.
I knew Iyabo as a beautiful young lady when she and her husband were dating. She was charming and friendly. We struck a bond of friendship with her family when she got married to William. William, her husband, has been a dear brother and friend. Iyabo did not live long but she has lived a great life and managed a good home under her husband. Martin Luther King Jr., said, “It does not matter how long you live, but how well you do it.” Her mission was a great one: she taught others around her the importance of loving and not being afraid of saying it! She got involved in friends and church and made valuable contributions.
We’re pained by her early exit. We missed her. However, we have this hope that those who die in Christ shall be seen again at the resurrection. May the Lord comfort William and their children. Amen.

Aunty mi, I am so short of words.you have been a huge help and support to me and my siblings. I never knew I would be saying good bye this soon.we love you but God loves you more.you will be greatly missed. .continue to rest in the bosom of God.

May your soul rest in peace, Aunty. You will definitely be missed forever. And may God comfort the family you left behind.

I can’t believe I’m having to write this . Mrs Ogunbiyi was more than my mother’s friend and the mother of my friends - she was my mum too. She was a constant all through my childhood and early adulthood years. I always enjoyed whenever she came visiting in Navy Town and vice versa. I probably wouldn’t have had such an interest in computers today if she didn’t let me freely use the one they had in their home.

When I was in university, Mrs Ogunbiyi was the consistent adult in my life. Whenever she would come to see Ibukun and Tobi, she’d always ask about me and had one gift or provision for me. Every time. If we had short breaks and I couldn’t travel to Abuja for it, she’d accommodate me in their home in a heartbeat so I didn’t feel lonely in school.

When I got married, Mrs Ogunbiyi was at all the ceremonies and I won’t forget the motherly advice she shared with me on how to treat my wife. I can’t believe I won’t ever hear you call me “A-sege lulu” or “A-sege boy” again.

I was looking forward to finally being able to repay all the love and kindness she showed me growing up. It hurts that I didn’t get to do enough for you before you left us.

We love you ma, but God loves you more. I pray that your husband and children are comforted.

Aderoju mi atata. My own iyabo. We called ourselves Ore (friend). Can I say bye bye just like that?. We spoke before ibukuns wedding ceremony as I couldn't travel to be with you. I never knew it was the last conversation. You are in a better place. That I am sure of. 
You were a faithful servant of God. I am sure your crowns are many and your mansion big. I cannot recount enough the good and not so good times but the summary of it is that you were a truly good person. You laboured, you tried. You encouraged, you urged many on. O dabo. O Di oju ala. Odi arinako. Until we meet at the masters feet. Them I wont cry again. Then I wont ache again.
Let me cheer up again with this jolly phrase we shared ❤️
Kajola kajolowo. Adieu aderoju mi. Heaven gained you.

What are we, but pencils in the hand of the Almighty God! Today we are born and tomorrow we are gone! This is the story awaiting man in this wicked world! As we await our turn, I wish my oga Cdre Ogunbiyi, deepest sincerest condolences and may God give you and those left behind, the fortitude to bear this great loss. May the spirit of Madam through the mercy of God, rest in peace till we meet again to part no more!!!

This is a really shattering moment. I first met Iyabo at one of my sister's wedding. She was at that time a student at UNILAG together with another one of my sisters. She was a very open minded person who radiated joy. You can't be around Iyabo and feel sad. When I heard she was getting married to my cousin, I welcomed the idea with joy. She was a blessing to our family and we will ever miss her.

Sun're o Iyabode. You will always be in our hearts!
Sleep in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ!

Rest in peace ma, i met you in your house once and you left a memory i will never forget.

Being my senior way back at FGGC Onitsha, you gisted with me freely and advised my son. He sends his love as well. That Suit will forever remind us of you.

Adieu!!!

Dear Grandma Mrs Iyabode Aderoju Ogunbiyi,
God Bless your Soul and make you become one of the Guiding Angels in Jesus Name.. Amen.

I never met you in Person before your departure,I came into your family live as I was contacted by a Dear Friend of yours Mrs. Adade who spoke so Gracious things about you and the legacy you left behind.

I met Mr.Seyi your first son and all the other sons, from their attitude I could tell how gracious their mum was. Seyi told me how kind and gracious you are to almost all humans that come your way,you show love unconditionally,no one discriminates where you are.

Oh What a Gracious Mother you are and still is.... I want to say here that may the ️ light you left shining in the hearts of your children forever be lighted by them to the World..

Adieu Grandma.. Sleep Well Until We Meet on the Glorious Morning...

Ms. Olayemi Lebile
Event Planner

My dearest Iyabobo,
Beloved “Doctor” in the house on our FGGC Onitsha Class of 82 platform, news of your passing hit us all hard!!! What a rude shock. Still unbelievable ….
One moment we were distributing Aso Ebi for the wedding, then on that day, March 22, we were all chatting on the platform about herbs to help us sleep better considering that many of us are menopausal and have difficulty sleeping well. You were meant to put several packages together for us your sisters….. and you actually did!!!
Then you decided to take the eternal sleep? What?!!!!!
Sis, there still remains a lot we were all meant to do together, celebrate together. We never did make that class trip together. It’s hard but we are bracing ourselves finding comfort from each other, God being our strength.
Our boisterous, kind hearted, generous sister. Always ready to help and go extra lengths to be there for us, bearing gifts (Kuli Kuli, Ijebu Garri, Honey etc). When there was a challenge with cash, you rose to the occasion and helped us get cash…. You always seemed to know something about everything. You had your own style, no apologies, you never tried to be like anyone else. We missed you on my birthday; your absence was conspicuous to us your sisters.
God knows why He chose to call you home at this time….. it doesn’t make sense to us, we don’t understand it but we trust Him. We take solace in the fact that you knew Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. Rest in His bosom dear sister. We will miss you dearly and sorely.
Rest in Power.
Love you ❤️
Ngozi Edun

Dear Iyabo:

I had not seen nor contacted you personally since our FGGC Onitsha days, but would chuckle privately at your postings on our platform. You were clearly a force in your own right and we all miss that energy. Your passing was a shock. Your passing reminded us that tomorrow is not promised and we must treasure all aspects of life. You lived life with vigor and conviction. It is well. May the Lord now grant you eternal peace and comfort the family you have left behind. RIP Iyabo.

Auntie Iyabọ, as I fondly referred to her, has definitely gone to a better place. How else can we explain her sudden demise? She was friendly, considerate, energetic and a family woman to the core. We are going to miss you but God knows best and He will rest you in His bosom. Adieu, Auntie Iyabọ. Rest in peace until we meet again.

We spent good times together in the 43 years that I knew you.
I believe you are in a good place now.
May the good Lord continues to bless your soul.
I extend my strength to the entire family in this difficult time.
Bimbo Adeyemi.

Iyabo, your departure was too sudden. One minute I was reading your posts on our alumni platform, and the next, we were hearing the sad news, too eerie to understand. You were kind, boisterous and v hardworking. Always present at most of our old school events. You gave of yourself. We all miss you. Rest in peace, sis.

I have lost My Mum again, so so EARLY.

Death did us with a rude shock in the Ogunbiyi's family. Word fail me to be writing a tribute about my ever energetic Iyale at this time. Your Death has remained a mystery never to be unravelled by anyone until we meet to path no more at the masters feet. We never saw it coming at all but we believe you are in a better place. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. We love you but God loves you more. Odowuro sha ni olufe wa owon

My dear sis Iyabo,
Your passing was a huge shock to me. It was so sudden. I was hoping that someone got the wrong message but alas, it is true. God called you so soon. You had such vast knowledge of herbal medicine. You were generous, genuine and original. You were such a hard worker. The last time I visited Lagos, you came all the way to the island to attend a reception for me. Thank you for your support at my daughter’s wedding. Everyone still remembers the kuli-kuli you shared as souvenir. You looked so beautiful at your daughter’s wedding. We will really miss you on our alumni forum. I know you are in the Lord’s bosom. You lived your life like a candle in the wind. May God grant comfort to the family and friends you left behind.
Always love you,
Uche (FGGC Onitsha alum)

When the news came, it was so unreal, totally unbelievable. Ever so vocal, daring and bold, you never left anyone in doubt about what you thought about any matter. We will miss you for this among many things. You did not shy away from revealing knowledge especially about the herbal cure techniques and business in China. We could not even take advantage of what you had to offer when you suddenly left us. You can aptly be likened to well aged wine that got sweeter and better with age. I still remember our scuffle about art- water painting. In your own way, you blazed your trail and no one can take away the fact that you had great influence among your circle. So many things we could not get to say to you; but you will be surely and sorely missed. May the Lord grant you eternal rest in his bosom and May all your loved ones be comforted.

Iyabo, it is painful for me to write. Never thought I will be in this position, this year. Unreal for me.
Iyabo, God will Comfort your Dear husband, the Children/grandchildren, the whole family, Friends and myself.
Our staying at Agboju then, was Challenging but we made it by the Grace of God.
My strong, hard worker, go-getter, funny, intelligent woman and larger than Life personality. You left Us too soon dear.
Our memories together is engraved in my heart, May your gentle Soul Rest in Perfect Peace ☮️
Beneath The Earth The Lord has The Final Say.
The Strength of Jehovah God will not Fail your husband and family you left behind.
I thank God for your Life.
Dayo.

Aunty Iyabo, your death was just too sudden that am still trying to accept it. You were more than a sister to me, you were my friend, my mentor; you wanted the best for me and my siblings and you loved us and Mummy like your own. You have left a deep void in our lives that only Christ can fill.
I love and miss you everyday but I know you are in a better place. May the Lord console us, your husband and children and the entire family.
Continue to rest in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Adenike Ibitayo

I am writing this in loving memory of Mrs Ogunbiyi.
The only person who calls me "Mummy Pastor, Pastor Mummy".
I can't just belive it that you have finished your race on this side of eternity!
You were an embodiment of love, compassion, energy and good works. There was never a dull moment with you and you can't be anywhere without your presence being felt.

I remember the love and support you gave our family when my husband pastored RCCG Potter's House, Amuwo Odofin. Whenever we had let's go a fishing and rally for the Congress, it was always Mummy Ogunbiyi's hilux vehicle that we used. You made sure that your husband became a committed member of our Parish when your family newly moved to Lake View Estate. Even when you were in China, you will call me to check on Daddy and make sure he came to church.

You were so loving to the children church that yearly, during the Christmas and end of year parties, you donated gifts that the children always looked forward to.
You were a giver, my children always enjoyed staying back in your house whenever we had long meetings in church and you always fed them and still send to us to take home.

Mummy Ogunbiyi, you have left us here and we take solace in the Lord that you are in a better place, beholding the face of your dear Father in glory! We shall not mourn like the unbelievers do, because we know that you only relocated to your permanent residence above. And when Jesus returns at rapture, there shall be a great reunion and we will not part again.

The good works and the lives you have touched shall speak for your children and posterity. God will comfort your dear husband Commodore Ogunbiyi and keep him going.

It is well!
We shall surely miss you Mrs Iyabo Aderoju Ogunbiyi.

Mummy Seyi, I still can’t believe you are gone. We choose to be comforted in God’s benevolence in this trying season.

You were one of a kind and very close to God. You encouraged and inspired everyone around you. Your unwavering faith and firm yet loving ways illuminated our lives. As we mourn your sudden departure, we find solace in knowing that you now rest in the arms of our Saviour. We will fondly remember your candid nature as a beacon of inspiration for us all to stay true to self and family. Though you have left this earthly realm, your legacy will live on in our hearts. May your soul rest peacefully in His presence until the resurrection morning.

I got to know Mrs Iyabo Ogunbiyi through her husband, who was a senior colleague onboard NNS DAMISA in 1984 and through my friend, Tunde Giwa Daramola when they were living at Kirikiri Road, Apapa in the early 90s. She was a nice, highly and lovingly compassionate wife and mother who always radiated joy and peace to everyone. Although she left too early, I know that her beautiful soul is resting in the bosom of the Lord, for she was a prayerful woman. I pray that God will continue to comfort her dear husband, children and the whole family. Goodnight until the day of resurrection, Ma.

I never knew I will be writing this about you so soon. No one has ever shown me the kind of love you did me...so pure. I think of you everyday asking why you left me alone so suddenly without saying goodbye . Words cannot describe your personality. You always want the best for everyone around you. Your heart was a large one. I miss your energy,your prayers,your words of encouragement. Who will call me ayaba, Buss² as you always do? Death, you did me bad, real bad but who am I to question God for letting this be? Even in death, I love you and will always do. My Super Woman, Olori rest on till the morning of resurrection.

I heard a lot about you through my friend and I also saw it.
A kind soul,so supportive.
You have left imprints of greatness through your impact on so many.....
Keep resting in the arms of your maker.

My namesake, this is so sudden for me. I couldn't fathom it and up till now, it is like a dream. I started wondering why do great minds, intelligent minds, benevolent minds leave the mother earth in a hurry with so much unfulfilled dreams. This was the period of enjoyment and rest with Kunle after seeing the children through with their education. A period we all call empty nest but you left. Honestly, it is like a dream . The words of God is complete. Vanity upon Vanity, all is Vanity. You worked so hard ever since I met you. A big entrepreneur, the door we sat together in your warehouse, I was just wondering how you were able to combine all your assignments as a wife, mother and the huge business successfully. A rare gem I will say , you are. At your daughter's wedding, you danced your hearts out. You exuded so much happiness. I was so happy for you. Then a month after, like a flash, you left. May God have mercy. May you rest very well in the Lord. May God comfort Kunle and the children. May the Holy spirit fill the big vacuum left. You are just Good, always looking for something to do. No idleness around you. You actually redeemed the time you had. It is as if you had premonition. Rest well, Namesake. May God show us mercy. Adieu Sake. Sleep well. May your legacy increase in leaps and bounds. You came, saw and conquered. Our thoughts is that it was rather short. God knows all.
Mrs Iyabode Ayinla

. My very dear wife, it’s still like a dream of the night…but God will forever be God, and to Him alone be all the glory. Good night dear. bye 
To my dear cousin, Wullemu, as fondly called, I can imagine how empty you and the children have been, since the demise of your beloved wife Iyabo. Words are inadequate to describe the deep hurt and hollow that her sudden death has brought to all of us; but at such a time as this, with multiple deaths in our family at this time, we can only sing: “though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, let this blest assurance control……it is well, it is well with our souls…” as our faith can only look up to the Lamb of Calvary…. We shall not deny God, we shall continue to LOVE the Lord, for He doeth all things well. These incidences, contrary to the devil’s plans, will make us as a family to be stronger to serve God more than ever before. Remain comforted by the Holy Spirit my dear cousin.
Wg Cdr Christine Oyewunmi Balogun Rtd.
Houston

Iyabo Ogunbiyi

Great privilege to have known you through my friend and paddy.
Straight, honest and very daring. You faced challenges and issues with all the energy and strength you could muster. You were a business person and entrepreneur with a difference - Iya Loja, Mama Oja. A mother like no other.
I thank God for your patience and forgiving spirit. I learnt a lot of that from you and will always be grateful for that.
You came, you saw, did your best and finished your race very well.
Adieu Iyabo.

My darling sis, I couldn’t believe myself when my husband broke your demise news. It was so shocking cos we are looking forward to April 22nd our birthday. I’m just sorts of word. May your soul rest at the bosom of our Lord Jesus. Good night my friend my birthday mate.

My dearest Iyabostic,
I write this tribute with a heavy heart, a heart filled with pain and shock at the abruptness of your demise. We were all poking fun at each other while discussing herbal medicine two days prior to the terrible news. You were even on the platform the day of your sudden passing and " boom" you were gone, just like the wind!. You were one of my best friends at Federal Government College Onitsha. We both got into all kinds of mischief, hence we called each other " mischief partners "
Iyabo, you were the life of any gathering. You were original in every thing that you did. There were no pretences about you. You had your own style and you were confident with it and didn't try to be someone else. You were also very kind. Every one of us on the old gals group benefited from your largeness of heart. Haba, Iyabo, this is too painful to write. My prayer is that the Holy Spirit comforts your family and us. To say that we miss you terribly is an understatement. Memories of you are deeply enshrined in my heart. My prayer is that your legacy of hardwork, kindness and originality, lives on. Go forth my dearest friend till we meet at the feet of Jesus.

Love you endlessly
Prisca Okeahialam-Swaray

I knew her through my sister,her death is so sudden, Condolences to her family..
   May her soul rest in peace.

Iyabo ,Cdre Ogunbiyi wife was a very nice, lovely woman with a golden heart and house wife per excellence and ready to do anything to make the family friends happy on visit ,i will ever miss her cool demenure and smile , honestly I have never seen her got angry once,right from when used to visit her and UNILAG,Moremi Hall through her married life as my friend Cdre Ogunbiyi wife, only God knows why He called her to Himself that soon,may God forgive her shortcomings and give her a place in paradise and comfort the family and friends