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January 26
January 26
When I remember today, your birthday, I light up and miss you dearly. I would have called to wish you a happy birthday and you would have prayed so much for me such that I would have forgotten it was your birthday and not mine,.

I could not have been blessed with such great love in a mother. I can never ever forget the prayers as they ring in my heart. Forever in my heart.
October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023
Grandma, My heart long for you today more. We are seriously missing you here in earth. Your prayers, love and kind words keeps ringing in my heart always. Keep resting on the bosom of our Lord.

May 21, 2023
May 21, 2023
Oh wow 3 years gone and I must tell you mum, I miss you soooo much. Your smile, hugs, kisses, counsel, prayers holds me on still. I can still hear your sweet voice in my heart and has been great courage. As I advance in age, I see myself doing things the way you did it. Hmmm how much you impacted my life. Love you forever. Always in my heart. Keep on enjoying God’s presence at His throne like you have always desired it. ❤️
May 21, 2023
May 21, 2023
Hey Mama Dos. It's three years today that you left us to a better place. We are really missing you Mummy. Your prayers, your smile....laugh, your interesting gist, your soothing company and I can go on and on. Abi omo tooto. Continue to rest in the bossom our maker. Love you Mum
January 26, 2023
January 26, 2023
My Darlingest Momma, you would have been 80 ....E.I.G.H.T.Y today.. Was that the message you were passing across? No i didn't forget. Days to today have been counted down.

How was your party with the saints? Trust you to have worshipped and danced , danced....& danced. Is the party still on? Did you have cake ?

Happy Post humous 80th Birthday Mum.❤️

You are sorely missed
January 26, 2023
January 26, 2023
Mummy you are ever in my mind. Today you would have been 80years and O wow I would have celebrated you so much but guess what I am jealous because you have eternity and you are celebrated every microsecond by the host of heavens. I would never have given you such celebration in life that the heavens give you all the time.

Love you forever.
January 26, 2023
January 26, 2023
Iya Rere! You would have been 80 today. Happy posthumous birthday. Keep singing with the host of heaven ️️️
May 22, 2022
May 22, 2022
Mum it seemed like just yesterday. Memory of you is very fresh but we give God praise. Hmmm every day I hear your voice making thw prayers and just wished you were to rejoice with over answeted prayers that we both hoped for and trusted God for. I wished you around to share the good news, get the encouragement and see your smiles again.

I miss you always but what more can I say, you have fought the fight, you finished the race and I believe you have a crown laid out for you. Love you forever.
May 21, 2022
Dear Momma, 2 years gone by but feels like yesterday. To say we miss you sorely is an understatement. But super grateful for the legacy you left behind. Been a year I did our pseudo-catch up on here. Thank you for teaching me to pray and praying with me. The past 1 year been a rollercoaster of emotions. Every time God answers one of our prayer points, yes, some of the ones you prayed and fasted with me about, I miss you, my heart rips apart and my stomach churns at the sad fact that I cannot come and do the tatafo with you in your house. Thank you Mum! We rarely have moments that we all don’t talk about you. Your point of views, humorously shared and we mimic you leaving Daddy in stitches. We’re gearing up for elections and the debates and discussions have included yours too. We imagine your comments and opinions and gives us great pleasure to have shared great moments with you. We miss you Ma… Keep resting!
January 31, 2022
January 31, 2022
Happy post homous birthday sweet mother and friend. Memories of you remain evergreen. Continue to rest in the lord.
January 27, 2022
January 27, 2022
Good morning Ma, because saints don't die. We only sleep, to be woken one day by the voice of the great Shepherd. Thank you for your imprints all around. I see your beautiful broad smile on my sister and remember you. Sleep on gracefully.
January 26, 2022
January 26, 2022
Hey Momma! Happy Post-Humous birthday. You would have been 79 years old today but you’re spending the day in the most beautiful place. I miss you and wished I could get one more glimpse. But God loves you best. Keep resting! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
January 26, 2022
January 26, 2022
Happy Posthumous Birthday Momma

I miss you so sooooo much
January 26, 2022
January 26, 2022
You are forever missed and forver and ever in my heart. Happy posthumous birthday.
January 26, 2022
January 26, 2022
Missing you on your birth date ma. Hallelujah you are resting in the bosom of the Lord.Amen
January 26, 2022
January 26, 2022
Hey Mummy,
To let you know I’m missing you. Today I would have visited you enjoying your fried rice and chicken. I know you’re in a better place now. I can never forget you. Love you Mummy ❤️❤️
May 23, 2021
May 23, 2021
Mummy you were a sweet part of our history and life. How then could we forget you ?
Eternity is even too short to forget let alone just 365 days. Is it the love care smiles gists and all those things that made you so unique - there were plethora of these. Every time we remember any of them You simply come alive again . This is as frequent as the speed of thought. So you see you are forever in our thoughts. Did we then miss you? Not as any words could describe. Thank God however that our coping strategy looks like they are working so far- even Daddy - Sure you love this. We trust God that they will continue to work until the resurrection morning. We find courage to live on while we urge you to sleep on in eager expectation of the resurrection morning . We cheer for you along with the Angels....
May 21, 2021
O. N. E.  Y. E. A. R.  O. N!
Hello Momma! Been a year since you transitioned and I still miss you sorely.... we all do actually. But I know you are resting from your labor, smiling down at us and praying for us steadfastly now. I see answers to some of the prayers we said together & believe you must be telling Baba God “E saanu fun Awon omo mi o!” like you always pleaded whilst you were here... thanks Mom
I’ve missed a whole year’s catchup and here it goes now. “Our husband” is fine and God has been faithful. We all have been trying to fill the BIG shoes you left us but e easy? God will make it easy. Thank you for hand-holding us to this point. I still wonder how you did that with six children, God help me!
The world has changed o since CoVID 19 like you know. We all now wear masks in public places and that’s not just naija o! It’s across the world. I bet you won’t believe it! Exactly like women in purdah is the mask up situation o! The world is indeed sick but we believe in God’s healing. I have become more interested in British Royals’ gist since your passing (even though I wondered why you loved their gist so much whilst you were here. O dun baje). Gen Z of Windsor challenging traditions and I’m sure you have seen Prince Philip. He passed earlier on this year.
Parties are gradually coming back. Remember they were banned just before you passed. But our work spaces have greatly changed. Work from home ti di normal you won’t believe it. But we seem to be working for longer hours except for teachers and bankers o; se e le imagine!
They finally found vaccines for COVID o! Naija even bought some (no free lunch in Freetown). It’s similar to the flu shot so we need more than one dose. I don’t know if it will have any long term effect o! We are all guinea pigs of this experiment. Guess what the exchange rate to the dollar is? E le believe e. I am glad you didn’t have to hear it. It would have made your heart bleed.

We all miss you so much. We talk about you very frequently. I miss our calls, our banters, our chats.... everything Mum. I miss the warmth of your voice that soothes every pain. I miss your reassuring embrace of love.
I miss you Mom! And I’ll always love you.

Thank you for everything. Let me let you continue enjoying the rhythms of heaven. Love you! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
May 21, 2021
May 21, 2021
Iye Tokunbo as I fondly called you.

It's 365 days now that I have not heard your sweet voice and seen your comforting smile that tells me God is in control. Your love for us all and your sweet words. How I miss you Mum!

Your legacy lives on.

I know you're in a better place. Rest on Mum
May 21, 2021
May 21, 2021
Indeed, blessed is the memory of the righteous!

Many times as we worship in the church auditorium of the Agape Community Baptist Church Surulere, Lagos, I remember Mama Julianah Dosumu. When children run fast and try to slide, I remember her protective, loving self seeking to protect them. I look in the direction where she used to sit and remember her quietness and loving presence - a sweet aroma to the Lord as she would gently but lovingly worship God and listen attentively to the messages from God through the pulpit, soaking every word in. The Senior women's group misses her gentle but relevant contributions and quiet self. Her grandma's Bissap is also missed and referred to sometimes.

On valentines day especially, I remember Mama as I picture the beautiful presentation she and Baba Dosumu did as the oldest couple in the church one or two Valentine's days before the Corona virus pandemic struck.

Today, we cannot but remember how her loving soul was called HOME at a time we least expected. Glory belongs to God for the joy she must have as she basks in the love of God and free from all the dirt and grime of this world.
We love Mama Dosumu and her memory is fresh.

May God continue to uphold Baba, encourage him and enable him live on with faith in God and may God uphold the children, grandchildren and extended family who daily live in memory of this blessed woman.
May 21, 2021
May 21, 2021
Grand ma, as we fondly called you. It's been a year.....so soon. I miss your friendship most of all. I know you are with our maker, so I don't fret. Rest on, mama rere. I miss you so much.
May 21, 2021
May 21, 2021
Mummy !! One year gone. Just like yesterday. Missing you greatly
Your good deeds follow you.
May 21, 2021
May 21, 2021
Mum, indeed God has remained faithful. It's a year already! Your fragrance of love, peace kind hearted person you are, counsel, smile still fills our heart.

You linger on in our thoughts. You can never be forgotten. You were indeed a great gift as a mother. Glad I was blessed to call you mum and be your daughter.

Your legacy in Christ Jesus lives on in us. Love you always and forever.
January 26, 2021
January 26, 2021
Hey Momma,

I'm pretty sure you're having a ball with the angels today.

You have been dancing since you got to heaven but today's steps hmmm....

Did you have some cake too?

I miss you greatly but at peace with the fact that you're in an excellent place.


I love you Momma!
January 26, 2021
January 26, 2021
You would have been 78 years old today, but l know our loss is heaven's gain.l know you are celebrating with the saints.Happy posthumous birthday ma.Miss you.
January 26, 2021
January 26, 2021
Oh my dearest mother, I know that you are celebrating in heaven right now. Today you would have added another year but the Lord saw that you had lived a fulfilled life and for Him that is the full ripe age.

I remember on your birthday when I call you, you chuckle as we talk of your birthday dinner and you would mention you are going out with your lovely husband and you would send me a private jet to bring me over. Ever cheerful and appreciative if every blessing God has ever given you.

I just miss hearing your voice. You were such my great friend. Very simple and easy to relate with.

I will love you forever and forever. No one can replace you in my heart. You stole that space for ever.

Thank you Lord for blessing me with such person in my mother. If there is anything as having another mother in another world, I will choose you over and over again.

Love you forever.

Sola
October 19, 2020
October 19, 2020
Mama is gone, this is a painful loss and an alarming one to our family. She will be missed. She rendered strong moral support and played an active role years back, as we prepared for our marriage. She would enquire about us and proffer solutions where needed. On one occasion, daddy (her husband) actually acted based on information received from mama. I saw in her someone who was concerned about others, wanting to foster unity, wanting to help others. She was never idle. Mama was able to combine christianity with what can be described as British training in a person with a Nigerian cultural background. She combined these so well with a great outcome. My family will miss her. We are consoled by the fact that she knew Christ.
Akin Akinyede and family.
October 12, 2020
October 12, 2020
Mama, you were the living example of the proverb 31 woman in all ramification. Your remembrance will always be a blessing as in Prov 10.7(a) The remembrance of the righteous is a blessing, ...

Rest in perfect peace!
October 11, 2020
October 11, 2020
Mummy, I can’t forget the first day I met you in the year 2000. I had walked into the living room in the company of Andrew Iwelumo to make enquiries about the flat that was vacant downstairs. As usual, you were sitting on your favorite chair.

Daddy was not at home but the way and manner in which you received me made me determined to rent the flat irrespective of the fact that I was warned that the street floods when it rains heavily.

Throughout my 16 years of living in your premises you treated me as your adopted son and not a tenant. As a matter of fact, you used to call me sonnie while I called you mummy.

Your humility was exemplary and humbling.

Despite the fact that you loved your children very much, you were still able to create a large space in your heart to love us who were not your biological children. Your door was always open to strangers. I cannot remember how many people that found succor in your house while I was staying there. You did not just provide accommodation for them; you assumed the role of their mother.

How can I forget how you unobtrusively screened all my girlfriends before I eventually got married? The frown on your face or the smile spoke volumes. How can I forget how your assisted my wife after every child delivery? The numerous occasions you policed the domestic assistants to ensure that they were compliant? How you would run downstairs when you heard the children crying, not knowing that I was at home? How you would prepare delicious food and bring to us whenever we returned from a journey? The support you gave to me during my mother’s funeral and wedding and all your numerous prayers?  

Mummy, what can I say but thank you! Writing this tribute has not been easy as words cannot quantify your value. Rest in Peace Mummy. 
July 22, 2020
July 22, 2020
God made a wonderful mother,
A mother who never grows old;
He made her smile of the sunshine.
And He moulded her heart of pure gold;
In her eyes He placed bright shining stars,
In her cheeks fair roses you see;
God made a wonderful mother,
And He gave that dear mother to us all.

"Adieu Grandma"...you'll forever be missed.

Love from US
July 22, 2020
July 22, 2020
My dearest sister your sudden departure gave me a great shock. When the road was rough you carry us on your shoulder with no complain, my role model, you have created a vacuum in our hearts. Who will subtitute you in my heart?
I will always miss you my dearest.
I love you but Christ loves you better. Sleep on in the bossom of our Lord till resurrection morning, when we shall meet and part no more. Good night.
From: Oladapo Lydia Adeolu.(sister)
July 13, 2020
July 13, 2020
TESTIMONY ON MAMA JOANA DOSUMU
BY THE AYO-OBIREMIs, THE AGAPE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH, SURULERE, LAGOS

With shock but hearts full of gratitude to God for her life, our family testifies to the life of a gentle Christ loving woman, loving mother & grandmother, as far as the human eye can see.
Mama Joana Dosumu was H7 - heavenly conscious, humane, humble, hospitable, homely & helpful.

Heavenly Conscious: Mama Dosumu loved Jesus Christ with her whole heart. One of our fondest memories of her was her love for reading the Bible especially in the 1990s when we were in the Muritala Animashaun Cell Group of the Agape Community Baptist Church together. She spent time meditating on God's Word & often had questions to ask based on her meditation.

Humble: Mama was very humble and loving. Pride had no place in her life. In gentle humility she regarded others better than her & even took many insults without complaints.

Hospitable: Mama loved people & always hosted people with great hospitality. She was willing to care for family, friends & neighbours to her own hurt. When we were in the same cell group, children and adults alike looked forward to meeting in Grandma Dosumu’s house because of her love and hospitality.

Homely: Being a very homely person, it wasn't unusual to meet many children in mama's care as if she ran a Daycare centre or After school care facility.

Helpful: Mama was always ready to help. If she heard of a concern or need, her next question would be 'What shall we do now?'

Honest: Mama was very honest. She called a spade a spade & was willing to admit wrong & ready to apologise when wrong. She would be the first to raise such issues, not waiting for someone to come & confront her for doing wrong. She was transparently honest. When the burial of late Mama Aanu Adegoroye held in our church, she came to appreciate the whole worship after service that she was glad that a burial could be handled well in the church as she had witnessed weddings but not a burial. Little did we know then that God was preparing her to go Home.

Mamas Home Call on May 21, 2020 came unexpectedly as quite a rude shock to us.
Her exit has left an empty space in our hearts, in Senior Women's Bible Study group, in her neighborhood Discipleship Centre, in The Agape Community Baptist Church as a whole & in the neighborhood. We love Mama but Christ loves her more.
The Ayo-Obiremi family
July 10, 2020
July 10, 2020
Your gentle eyes carefully guides,
your gentle eyes encourage
Your gentle eyes instruct
I was not privileged to experience them rebuke
but I'm sure it would have been with love in them.

The last time we travelled together I was really under alot of pressure and the moment I saw your eyes I heard in my spirit man "Pastor don't worry all will be well"

You never complained, always as gentle as a dove.
You had respect for the gift of God no matter how 'small' the vessel carrying it.

When my dad was sick you called me and made me see a new perspective...
Mama, I have not been able to do what you told me but after this lockdown I will.

I don't know why tears are falling off my eyes as I type.
I'm sure it's because of the dust falling off my eyes
I see clearly now how much my family and I will miss you

Thank you for your encouragement and silent prayers.
Each time I mount the pulpit I see your eyes telling me "take it easy" and I would smile to myself

I believe someday, hopefully many years from now, we shall meet again in heaven and I intend to make sure that when that time comes I won't be the one missing.

                           -David Kigho


July 9, 2020
July 9, 2020
Mummy was so kind hearted and extremely warm towards all. She(and Daddy) made their house a home to all of us Kike’s friends. I can’t forget her kindness in a hurry. May God continue to rest your soul in peace in Jesus name
July 9, 2020
July 9, 2020
Mummy Mummy!!!
All to be remembered about you now is the warmth, love and peaceful virtues that you radiated while here with us.
 You were a woman of great virtues and we all call you blessed. Thank you for making your family a home for me without even knowing my parents, you and daddy took me in with love and I enjoyed every day of my stay with you. Kike and others are really blessed to have you.
Keep resting mama, its well deserved.
Love always..
July 8, 2020
July 8, 2020
It’s always so difficult to say the final goodbye but I thank God for your beautiful life. Thank you Mummy for sharing that life with us all...loving , caring , smiling ...
You will be missed dear Mum.
Rest in peace Ma till we meet to part no more!
July 1, 2020
July 1, 2020
Mama daadaa.
You epitomized what a mother/grandmother should be. You provided unflinching support to your kids, both born and adopted.

You will be sorely missed. Continue to rest in peace ma.

May the Holy Spirit comfort all who mourn you ma. Amen
June 28, 2020
June 28, 2020
Farewell Mummy!
Death is Inevitable. In spite of this, we still grieve when we lose our beloved ones 
Rest in Peace Mummy until we meet to part no more

June 28, 2020
June 28, 2020
Adieu my Iyawo ❤️
Rest in perfect peace with the Almighty God We shall meet again at the feet of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Mrs. M A Sonubi
June 27, 2020
June 27, 2020
Love you grandma .... You truly were a special, special woman! You may have passed on, but your memories would always live on within us. Thank you for your sacrifices, your care and concern, your love and everything that you have done for me. I know you are in a much better place.
June 26, 2020
June 26, 2020
Mama, The news of your death was really shocking...so unexpected! You were a true Matriarch, always surrounded by your family especially the grandchildren. We know you are in a happier peaceful place with our Lord. That is our consolation. Adieu. Toyin Majekodunmi
June 25, 2020
June 25, 2020
Heaven just gained another Angel. Your daughter Kike was my friend, ever smiling and always ready to listen - which I know she got from you. Great mother and grandma, we love you but God loves you more. May your soul rest in peace. The Lord shall grant your entire family the fortitude to bear this loss. Sleep on ma.
June 24, 2020
June 24, 2020
Having a roof over your head has to count as one of God’s favors. For almost 2 years of my bachelor life, The Dosumus provided shelter for me at a time my family had it really rough. I recall reaching out to Sesan (whose friendship was forged on our way to Enugu for NYSC in 2007) and after explaining my predicament, he promised to discuss with his folks. Upon getting the green light, every single member of the family made me feel welcome. For anyone that understands the dynamics of keeping a home, you’ll understand the role Mrs Dosumu (Grandma) must have played to make this happen. For every day I spent as a guest, going and returning from work, she would have factored me into the dinner plans. Even times when I came back not necessarily hungry and you dare not decline! The Dosumus have since become my adopted family. It was at their home in Surulere that I conceptualized and registered my first business. For this and a lot more, I remain eternally grateful. Which is why it came as rude shock when I received news on the 22nd of May 2020 of Grandma’s passing, the previous day. We had recently celebrated Sesan’s 40th via Zoom and she appeared full of life, leading the prayers as usual. This still feels raw but I’ve chosen to celebrate the life you lived ma. I would forever cherish you, honor your memories and legacies through your beautiful family.
June 24, 2020
June 24, 2020
Mummy, as she was fondly called by all, was such a lovely mother, an amazing woman, Who created an open-door affair for all, an inviting atmosphere of warmth and love, not just for her family but also non family members.Anyone who came in contact with Mummy for the first time, would feel loved immediately just because of the way she welcomed you with her sweet smile.She was a woman of style, Mummy is so stylish that even her walking steps attract every passerby, she was beautiful both inside and outside, an icon of beauty, fashion and style.
I can't forget all the times we spent together, as NDC members, as mother and daughter, as Counsellor and Patient, and all the amazing meals Mummy cooked.
I can boldly and proudly say that if Mummy had established a restaurant, the business would have taken over the whole Lagos and beyond . Apart from Mummy's culinary skills, she liked to serve others rather than been served 
Mummy received guests with joy and so much pleasure, as she made sure nobody  left without eating her food, and if you refused to eat in her house, compulsorily, you will go with a take-away.
Apart from knowing her as a Deliverance Minister of our church, I have also worked with her in her Little School, Trestle Towers, where we teach and care for children,and mummy surprised me with the extra time, care and love in which she pampered the children with. Though I have a lot of memories of mummy, but one outstanding aspect of her life is the fact that,She used hospitality to minister to those around her. Mummy is a lover of God and she served Him even with her last breath.
Indeed, we will miss Mummy Dosumu, even in death, she will continue to be in our hearts. I pray that God will continue to comfort her family especially Grandpa, and also grant each and everyone of us the grace to bear this irreparable loss in Jesus Name, Amen.
June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
Our dearest mother, it was a big shock to hear of your passing. You have left a big hole in our hearts and you will be greatly missed. However we stand on the word of God in Psalm 147:13 " He heals the broken hearted and binds up their wounds". We will always remember you in love, and we are just glad we knew you as a mother. Rest in perfect peace.
June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
My beautiful mum,

Memories of your kindness, beautiful smile and extravagant generosity will be forever etched in my heart. I spoke highly of you with Sola just a few days before your passing, not knowing you were on your way to eternal glory. How I thank God for your life! Painful as it is that you are now absent in the body and I didn't get to hear your lovely voice one more time before God called you home, I'm comforted by the great memories left behind which I will always remember you by. You deserve the best mum; only God is wise. We take solace and courage in the ultimate victory you have won - eternity with Yeshua HaMashiac. You have passed on the baton to fight the good fight of faith and finish the race; we are in that journey of life too. Until we meet to part no more, rest well mummy. Love you always.

Your daughter,
Modupe
June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
Grandma you'll be sorely missed. I remember a large portion of my teenage years was spent under your guidance. Your accommodating spirit was unparalleled, through this I learnt team spirit. The great Sunday meals and chats which is sure to lift ones spirit, and raise hopes that indeed against all odds one can be a winner no matter what life throws at you. You exhibited a hard-working streak this is evident in our man Obisesan. It is indeed a devastating loss to all you've left behind, the countless lives you've touched and imparted God's goodness on. One thing we are sure of is that you're up above in heaven smiling down on us here on us.
Rest in peace grandma
June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020
Mummy was a great mum to us all, we were all welcome in her home and as a good friend of Sesan, I was more of a family member in Murthala Animashaun.

May the soul of our dear mother rest in peace and may our prayers help guide her on her journey to our creator.

RIP Mummy
June 22, 2020
June 22, 2020
The news of your death came to me as a big shock,you were filled with life,always there to welcome me with that motherly smiles and greetings. We can only draw solace from your good and fulfilled life. May the good lord grant your soul eternal rest and a place in heaven...

Continue to rest in the lord .
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