January 18
January 18
It's been 10 years, Max. Continue to rest in peace . Your brothers from the KCOB Class of '92 miss you.
Floreat!
Floreat!
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Iyalla Amakiri, 39, born on January 16, 1975 and passed away on November 25, 2014. We will remember him forever.
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January 17
January 17
I will always remember you in my heart.
January 16
January 16
For you my Brother!
Happy Posthumous 49th Birthday.
Always and forever with us!
We miss you still...
Happy Posthumous 49th Birthday.
Always and forever with us!
We miss you still...
January 16
January 16
Today 16/1/24, we remember the birthday and incarnation of our son, brother, uncle, father, nephew: Iyalla Tekena Amakiri! Our joy and consolation is that at Rapture, the resurrection morning, we shall all receive immortality to live with The Lord forever
January 16
January 16
Happy birthday Max!
January 16
January 16
Rest in power Dear brother. You would always be missed.
November 26, 2023
November 26, 2023
RIP
November 26, 2023
November 26, 2023
Hi Iyalla,
9 years aye? I am currently decluttering and I came across your old passport and Your death announcement brochure. Hmmmm. I sat reminiscing, imagining what life with you would have been like at 48.... How you will have looked, What you would have been doing...
Ahhh Life....
I met some KC boys recently. The way I was flowing with them. gisting. laughing. They asked how come I know so much about the good old school? I answered I had a brother... A Legend, An Enigma... Iyalla Amakiri - Hyde Johnsons House, Alpha Generation, 92 Set, A Proud KC BOY you will have been priviledged to meet!
Continue to rest in peace Kingsman!
Floreat!
Spero Lucem
#servicetotheliving
#honourtothedead
9 years aye? I am currently decluttering and I came across your old passport and Your death announcement brochure. Hmmmm. I sat reminiscing, imagining what life with you would have been like at 48.... How you will have looked, What you would have been doing...
Ahhh Life....
I met some KC boys recently. The way I was flowing with them. gisting. laughing. They asked how come I know so much about the good old school? I answered I had a brother... A Legend, An Enigma... Iyalla Amakiri - Hyde Johnsons House, Alpha Generation, 92 Set, A Proud KC BOY you will have been priviledged to meet!
Continue to rest in peace Kingsman!
Floreat!
Spero Lucem
#servicetotheliving
#honourtothedead
November 25, 2023
November 25, 2023
Today is deeply a reminder of when you gallantly departed this world to be in the bosom of Our Lord God Almighty! Your are lovingly missed each day! On the resurrection morning, we shall meet in the sky with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ to live together with Him forever! Hallelujah!
March 12, 2023
March 12, 2023
You brought joy, happiness and laughter to all who met you; You will live on in our hearts. I miss you Uncle IY
January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023
Another Birthday Brother... Another Birthday... Still always in my thoughts. You have never left them... It would have been 48! You know what? Love never dies!
January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023
It is January 16th today, 2023! Happy posthumous birthday Iyalla. I prayerfully cling to the memory of the deep joy I experienced at your birth! You are with The Lord! That is the greatest joy. Love you always son. Your mummy!!!
January 4, 2023
January 4, 2023
Every time I think of you, I realize how much you influenced me. You were a great man. I want you to always stay alive in my memory ❤️
November 25, 2022
November 25, 2022
Today we remember the day of your translation to the bosom of our Heavenly Father. For many years, my eyes well up in tears because I miss you sorely. But today, I lift up my hands in gratitude to God and our Saviour Jesus Christ that you are home with Jesus! Thank you Jesus for the gift of salvation. Your good work continues and will never die. Your children are being brought up by the HOLY SPIRIT, the Father of the Fatherless. My love for you has no end! Mildred, your mummy!!!
November 25, 2022
November 25, 2022
Adieu brother!!
October 26, 2022
October 26, 2022
Chubby, still can't find the words. I know you will understand what I mean. A part of me is missing. You are so far away and I feel so alone. I miss you.
January 17, 2022
January 17, 2022
it's your 47th Post humous birthday! The Great Max! Chub Rock! Chubby! Ogbeni IY! I still miss you like kilode. Happy Birthday my Brother
November 25, 2021
November 25, 2021
Today is November 25th! A day so vivid always. Thank God you are resting in our LORD. Jesus is coming soon when you and others who are dead in CHRIST will rise first and those alive will meet our LORD in the air! We shall be with The LORD forever!
The first batch of Iyalla Amakiri foundation for youth development scholars just completed their Secondary School education!!
The first batch of Iyalla Amakiri foundation for youth development scholars just completed their Secondary School education!!
January 16, 2021
January 16, 2021
16th of January of every year brings back a relive of the joy and happiness that filled my heart on your birthday! I will always remember! Happy birthday IYALLA! Always grateful to God for making all of us The Family. God bless you. I love you always!
December 13, 2020
December 13, 2020
Thoughts of you filled my mind on the 25th but I couldn't stand the thought of coming here to visit. It's been 6 years Iyalla yet your memory remains so fresh, so real. There are many times I remember your humour, catch phrases and things you said that always cracked us up! Oh my! Times we spent together with everyone telling stories of boarding house escapades and gisting... Truly to live in the heart of those you love is not to die. You are so alive in every thought, every moment, every memory. You LIVE ON! We miss you so much. There are many times I catch myself saying "if Iyalla were here" ...Keep resting in power! Until resurrection morning....
November 26, 2020
November 26, 2020
Never forgotten...
November 26, 2020
November 26, 2020
Another 25th is here again but i don't have to wait for the 25th of November to remember because you are always in my heart. I thank God for the life you lived and the impact you made. Rest on in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ in whom you have the victory. I love you and miss you my dear brother
November 25, 2020
November 25, 2020
It is 25th November, the day of the translation of Iyalla to glory into the bosom of our Father, our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. We reminiscent on the impact you made on the lives of many while you were here. They remember and hold you in high esteem. Thank you for all you did for the kingdom of God. I miss you but this time with joy and gratitude to you. You are forever in my heart. Today is 25th November 2020.
January 17, 2020
January 17, 2020
Happy Birthday and rest in peace
January 16, 2020
January 16, 2020
We celebrate your 45th birthday when God sent you to the world. We know you are alive in Him! Happy birthday. Love you always. Your mother
November 25, 2019
November 25, 2019
Wow, it is the 5th anniversary but seems like yesterday! No day passes without remembering your unique smile and wisdom displayed at critical moments. I remember your sense of humor! Your kindness and ever willing to give. I thank God that the thought of you manny times brings joy to me because I know you are with the Lord! I love you forever. Mummy!!
January 18, 2019
January 18, 2019
Max, another year gone! We miss you...
January 16, 2019
January 16, 2019
Happy Birthday IY! I love you and I miss you...always
Keep Safe
Keep Safe
January 16, 2019
January 16, 2019
Iyalla, we remember you specially today, 16th of January, your birthday. Happy birthday! We love you always.
November 27, 2018
November 27, 2018
My brother, my friend... Iyalla. I remember you all the time. You are forever in my heart and your memory lives on. 4 years absent... love you always
November 27, 2018
November 27, 2018
To live in the hearts of those you love is the greatest legacy. Rest easy Max, at the feet of our Lord Jesus. Amen!
November 25, 2018
November 25, 2018
Another year has passed since you joined the family of God in heaven. To live in the heart of those who love you and those whose lives you impacted is to have lived well. Iyalla, you are forever in my heart. I remember you always and cherish the joy you gave to the family especially to me, your mother. I thank God for giving me the honour of sending you to this earth through me. You are forever missed. I love you forever.
Your mummy!
Your mummy!
January 16, 2018
January 16, 2018
HBD, Max!
January 16, 2018
January 16, 2018
God has a family in heaven and on earth. You are in heaven. Happy 43rd birthday. We celebrate you specially today. Forever loved.
November 25, 2017
November 25, 2017
Today makes it three years you went to be with- the Lord. I don't understand why but Iyalla you were a brother and person anyone would love to have a relationship with I pray we run our race so that we can all meet on that final day I miss you
November 25, 2017
November 25, 2017
I woke up this morning with a tear drop at the corner of my eyes, then I said Iyalla is alive in heaven! God has family in heaven and on earth. It is a continuum only separated by physical contact. Then I started singing songs of praise and thanksgiving to God. U loved the younger youths and always looked for ways to help them. NOW there is ‘Iyalla Amakiri Foundation for Youth Development’ The foundation has awarded two scholarships to the best boy and girl at the end of JS1 examination in 2015/2016 year. The next award will be for 2016/2017 school year. Currently this is tenable at the Community Secondary School, Abam Ama, Okrika. We know that this will make you glad as you are still impacting youths through rewarding excellence and hardwork in education. You are forever in my heart. Lovingly remembered today. Your mummy!
January 17, 2017
January 17, 2017
Yesterday would have been your 42nd birthday. I remember you my dear brother. You are forever in my heart. I love you. Continue to rest in the presence of the LORD.
January 16, 2017
January 16, 2017
Happy Birthday Max! You're always in our hearts and thoughts
January 16, 2017
January 16, 2017
Another birthday. Another time the memories come flooding in.
Happy 42nd birthday bro!
You know what? I miss you...
Happy 42nd birthday bro!
You know what? I miss you...
November 25, 2016
November 25, 2016
Hey bros...Today was a bit hard for me. I was in denial all through the day. I threw myself into work to avoid having to deal with the pain I was feeling. The memories Iyalla. The shock of your departure...that part of you I can't stop missing... it's 2 years today...2 years...life they say is all BUT a dream. You lived and conquered and I'm proud of you. I love you. Always have. Always will. Keep resting bros. Safe, tight and comfy in God's arms.
November 25, 2016
November 25, 2016
Iyalla Dear,
You are fondly remembered today. I miss you but you are in a much better place with your LORD and saviour JESUS CHRIST. Love you my brother.
You are fondly remembered today. I miss you but you are in a much better place with your LORD and saviour JESUS CHRIST. Love you my brother.
November 25, 2016
November 25, 2016
Max, it's 2 years already! How time flies. Rest in peace
November 25, 2016
November 25, 2016
Because He lives, we know you are alive with Him. Your Christian core values are already being manifested in your children. You know, you brought into this world, two great Generals for God! Battle axe in this end time. You are forever in my heart and love you forever. Your mummy!
January 16, 2016
January 16, 2016
Iyalla Dear, you are fondly remembered today but your memory would forever be in my heart. Thanks for the lovely moments and experiences we shared. The laughter and joke sessions. You always tried to be there when you were needed. I miss you brother. I know you are in a much better place in the arms of your Lord and Savoiur JESUS CHRIST.
January 16, 2016
January 16, 2016
Dear Iyalla. Happy 41st birthday. To live in the hearts of those who love you is not to die. We miss you so much. Celebrate with the angels. You are in a better place where there is no more hurt, pain, struggle or sorrow. You know how it was. The January birthdays roll in once the year starts. Dad's, Mom's, Yours and Sele's... is your day IY. We remember you dear brother. Always and forever.
November 26, 2015
November 26, 2015
Continue to rest in God's eternal peace, Max and may the good Lord continue to oversee the affairs of your family. Amen
November 25, 2015
November 25, 2015
Max, you may be gone but you will always remain fresh in our hearts - Sapo
November 25, 2015
November 25, 2015
My dear brother. I remember you today. It's been a year you transitioned to be with Jesus and the vacuum you left is still wide and gaping. Not a day passes without thinking of you. I miss you. I miss your strength. Your laughter. Your encouragement. Your wit. Your being there for us. Will this pain ever go? Will the void ever be filled? Phoebe and Jason are fine. Growing bigger and stronger and doing well at school. Oh you lived them so much Iyalla! I wish you had stayed but God knows best. I love you. That will never change. Keep resting until resurrection morning.
November 25, 2015
November 25, 2015
Continue to Rest in Peace Bro.... God loves you !!!
April 14, 2015
April 14, 2015
rest in peace Iyalla
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January 18
January 18
It's been 10 years, Max. Continue to rest in peace . Your brothers from the KCOB Class of '92 miss you.
Floreat!
Floreat!
January 17
January 17
I will always remember you in my heart.
January 16
January 16
For you my Brother!
Happy Posthumous 49th Birthday.
Always and forever with us!
We miss you still...
Happy Posthumous 49th Birthday.
Always and forever with us!
We miss you still...
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Iyalla as a Student in Kings College Lagos
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Happy 40th Birthday 16th January 2015
January 16, 2015
You would have turned 40 today 16th of Jaunary 2015, but God called you back home. The Bible tells us not to mourn like unbelievers but it's so difficult not to keep wishing that you were still here with us. You were someone i cared about so much, someone that had always been there. my brother, my friend, my Iyalla. Bros i'm trying o but i miss you terribly. i miss you o! Happy birthday Iyalla Amakiri. You may be gone but you are impossible to forget. Lord may he continue to rest in a special place close to your heart. amen
graduation
December 8, 2014
A well loved pastor once taught me that when a loved one passes on, it should be likened to an older one leaving secondary school for the university. As much as we'd miss this person we'd want him to advance. Paul says, for me to live is Christ, to die gain. And so, whichever way the devil wants it, you win.Glory
December 8, 2014
How do I start or begin to say farewell to you my brother, my egbon?
IY I hoped against hope, I prayed, I was strong for you and you were strong for me. You held on, stayed strong till the end and now you are GONE! ... The silence is deafening…The Victory is Won because when we are born the battle for our souls starts and that you triumphed at the end is all that matters.
“Are you Iyalla’s sister”? was all I heard growing up. I grew under your shadow and protection. Nobody tried me because I had you. On the day of your birth a HERO was born, a bright star was sent from above, a warrior, a champion, intelligent, gifted, special… You always stood out from the crowd, you never went unnoticed.
I remember our long trips by road to secondary school together all the way from Port Harcourt to Lagos. When you passed into Kings College, you inspired me to go to Queens College. We were the Lagos Duo. I always talked about you. I was always proud to be your sister.
A Dedicated MAN’ U fan, Phoebe and Jason’s Dad, a Man of the people.
I-Y-A- double L-A (I always spelt your name when hailing you) I love you and miss you.
Father, thank you for your love for Iyalla. For standing strong with him till the end and for accepting his soul in paradise. To the only WISE GOD be all the GLORY, all the HONOUR and all the POWER both now and forever more. Amen.
Your Sister,
Ibinabo.