What could take away the pain Jan 2020 dropped in my heart? The least of all my great memorable time with mummy is that she is (not was) the first female driver that drove me in a car. Her red car. I was just staring as her hand juggled the manual lever. Mummy I’ve never seen nor heard that you were sick. Please wake up. I can’t imagine you dead. Sorry I can’t. But I could imagine you with God, though happier but missing us. Rest on.

It came as unexpected shock
Quaking my heart like a rock
The news of your bowing out
Drawing from me an agonized shout

I wish this eulogy is a fable
I wish God turns this table
That this nightmare be thwarted
I can't imagine how it started

December saw you full in life
Dancing away all of its strife
To think you lay in state
Can only spell the word exacerbate

You are selfless and sacrificial
Damming every life superficial
You lived to please others
And place their needs above your orders

Who would you meet and wouldn't notice
The goodness of your intentions and motives
You are the mama of all
Holding no one at gall

Rather making that extra room to accommodate
Even those that wish you hate
You lived the life, we desire to live
You made me upon many things to believe

That this life, is simple to the simple
When its understood will pin no pimple
Your life of philanthropy
I do hope will get you heaven's trophy

I shall say nothing to death, but NO MORE!
Heaven has just gained more.

Adieu Malee!
Till resurrection morning

TRIBUTE TO LOLO(Malee)

I remember the early years when I first entered your family as the first in-law,you embraced me with open arms not withstanding the hitches I got for some reasons.

I remember sitting down in your shop and you make bold to introduce me as your in-law to people who stay in your shop to pass away time.

I recall taking things from your shop and when I want to pay,you say to me “ogom anyi ekebe ihe” meaning my in-law,we have not shared our things.

I remember u cracking me and people around in laughter in the ways you say “I am born before,I am day not night” you had a sweet smile and had a funny way of mimicking people.

I recall with nostalgia your last visit to my house in Lagos dec 2019.i still see u in my minds eye sitting in the balcony and both of us discussing about life generally and I told u that the village looks good on you.you never seized to ask me how my business was going and how my parents were doing anytime we speak on phone or see.

My visit to mbieri sees my car filled with your goodys even before you relocated,No one can fill this vacuum.

Your simplicity,a virtue my wife got from you cannot be overemphasized.you had a large and kind heart.you loved your family and I want the world to know dat your children cherish you.we had our ups and downs but It got better by and by.

I wanted you to be taken to the best hands the morning you were found sick,I was ready for whatever the outcome only to be given the rudest shock of your passing on,Oooh how that news broke me.

One thing is certain and that’s where I draw solace from,that God is sovereign and his will is perfect.i believe you have transited from this sinful world into eternity where there is no more pain.

Your legacy of love for your family,kindness,selflessness, understanding nature,amiable personality, and simplicity will live on.

You will be missed by all of us.
Till we meet to part no more,
JEE NKE OMA OGOM
Emeka Okelue
Your son in-law

Death is the last chapter of time,but the first chapter of eternity...
It's inevitable, and end of every living created being....
Though it is the will of God Almighty that all being must come home,but time makes it painful and that is why we mourn.... However,we are mere human to question God....
MALLE(ogum nwanyi) as I used to call you ,you are gone,we spoke last on the 30th of December 2019,and I asked you what happened to your voice,the way you were talking and you said you had a cracked voice during Palee birthday.....Now we cannot see you again,talk again,na waa ooo,,,is this happening????...
Writing a tribute to you seems so hard and difficult to us because we are yet to really accept the fact that you have gone...
MALLE,you lived for truth and justice, love,and kindness, caring for people.... People who come to you with problems you never turned them down,you must see a way to help, always cheerful and accommodating all... Though you have passed on but you legacies of your kindness loudly speaks for you...
We must say that you left when we needed you most...
Go well Malle...
Good Night...
Sleep Well...
From Mr and Mrs Nnamani-(mama chiemerie)

FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS

Death has done its worst by taking you away,
But we are all aware that you have gone the right way.
People come and go, yeah we all know,
But your death makes time just seem so slow.

The time of grieving is now but
the time of celebration is on the way,
As we know you are in a better place
and that is with the lord.
You may be out of our sight
But you are forever always in our hearts

Your 3rd granddaughter
Chidera Okelue

A Song Dedicated To my Grandma

Grandma,there are              many words to describe you,Strong will be an understatement. Warrior will suit you so much better cause you’ve been fighting for me oh Grandma for everything you did for me there is nothing I won’t do for you.

Grandma l love you Grandma Grandma we do love you Listen Grandma so many words to describe you,Kind will be an understatement ,A Giver will suit you so much better cause you give your all to make people happy,Grandma for everything you did for me there is nothing I won’t do for you ,
Grandma We miss you Grandma Grandma we do miss you. But i know you are watching us from heaven.

Chukwuemeka okelue
Your Second grandson

GRANDMA.......MEMORIES

❤️❤️it was just like yesterday I recall you standing on your feet ordering up and down making sure everything was properly organized,moving from one location to another and also requesting for help....

It was just like yesterday I recall you calling me and asking how school was going......
It is also almost like yesterday I retrospect seeing you in dashing and shiny clothes as if you were about to walk a runway......
It also seems like yesterday I commemorate smiling with you and sitting down to talk with you.....
It is also just like yesterday I elicit the torchlight you gave me for my keys......this signified “light” and as you gave me you said I should make sure it worked........

Oh Grandma oh sweet sweet Grandma.....your body may fade away but all this memories bring back you❤️❤️

By chizitelu okelue
Your first grandchild(grandest daughter)

Tribute from Mrs Susan Onyekakie (mama Sam)

Mama Chikodi,hmmmm I don’t know how to start writing this tribute because since the day I heard of your demise,I have not gotten myself and I am wishing and praying that I am woken up from this sleep because I believe I am having a bad dream.

You were my friend sticking closer than a sister,we shared a lot together and even when I left Lagos for retirement back to the village,you were still reaching out to me to know how I and my family were faring.How can I forget your selfless nature,your way of making sure things were properly co ordinated and organized,your laughter,smile and concern for other peoples affairs,hmmmmm

You insisted I came over on 29th Dec 2019 for your husband’s 70th birthday saying if I didn’t come,you won’t talk to me again,little did I know that it will be my last time with you.

Oh death,where is thy sting,oh grace where is thy victory?Death you are swallowed up in victory and defeated because I know mama chikodi is resting in the bossom of the lord.

Go in peace my sister and friend till we meet to part no more

Mum, words cannot convey the pain of your passing. You have been so cruelly taken from us and we are left devastated by your absence.

Mum, you had a beautiful heart. You had time for everybody, and your generosity knew no bounds. You helped those less fortunate and extended your love to anyone that needed it. You welcomed me into your family as your daughter in law with open arms, I will ever be grateful for your care.

Mum, you were larger than life, you were the heart of the family, holding us all together, and lovingly guiding us along the right path. You inspired us to be better, and to rise above life challenges.

Mum, you were ever the Peacemaker, encouraging us to be understanding, kind hearted and above all to always forgive one another. Your unshakable faith in Christ was an example for us all.

Mum, you had the best laugh, the kind of laugh that drew people to you and would light up a room. Your joy was in your family and you made sure they never doubted how much you cared for them.

Mum, as I try to make peace with what has come to pass, my deepest sorrow is for all the memories that we did not have a chance to make. Through the pain of losing you, we hold on to your legacy, which lives on through your loved ones. Words cannot convey how much we will miss you. Although our time was too short, we thank you for all the love and kindness that you have showered upon us. It has been a honour to be counted among your many children, we will carry you in our hearts forever.

We love you Mum, Rest in Peace

Mum, these words are so difficult to write. I still can’t believe that you are gone. My only comfort are the memories I have of you. Mum, you were everything a child could ask for. You always made sure that we had everything that we needed. Your love and laughter would fill our house everyday.

Everyone knew you in the neighbourhood, you were so outgoing and fun. I was so proud that you were my Mum. I would always find a way to sneak home from school, because a weekend at home with you was worth any punishment.

As an adult, you continued to encourage and advise me, though we were far apart, you always made sure I was ok.

When I was would angry, you would always calm be with your loving words. You would lift my spirit and tell me that everything will be fine. Mum who will I gist with now? You would keep me up to date with everything going on, and we would have a good laugh. Every Sunday you would call to make sure that I’ve gone to church. Your prayers would start the morning for us everyday. Your messages would always bring a smile to face ‘My sweet son, how are you? Mum, you have left an empty space in our lives that can never be filled.


I spoke to you on Sunday, and to think that a few day later you would be no more.

It’s hard to understand that someone so full of life could suddenly be gone. Never did I think that I would be writing this Tribute for you now, when you should enjoying your retirement, enjoying your family and enjoying the life that you have worked so hard to build.


I promise to share our stories with my children, so you will never be forgotten. I will always love you Mum. Thank you for everything you have given us. You have made us all who we are today.



Malee, Rest in Peace Mum

TRIBUTE IN HONOUR OF LOLO FELICIA OZUZUMA @ 65

Revelation:14 Vs 13

[13] Then I heard a voice from the heavenly realm, saying, “Write this: Blessed are the dead—the ones dying in the Lord from now on.”
“Yes,” says the Holy Spirit, “they will rest from their trouble, for their deeds will live on!”
Holy Bible (TPT) The Passion Translation New Testament

Though we have cried and sopped for what is clearly a transition at a tender age of 65,we know you worked hard under God to raise with your husband Chief Sir Ngozi Samuel Ozuzuma seven wonderful children and many others to which I am a beneficiary of love of one of the most treasured.
About seven years ago(2013) first contact,you accepted me unconditionally to your family from the blessed Akwa Ibom state phenomenon without questioning the usual language dichotomy.
Then,from day one,you showered me,of course your daughter with so much love; foods, Groundnut,counsel, affirmative words,clothes for my mother ...You are a woman with the Spirit of Dorcas...I testify. Thank you for modelling the love way. I remember,and eternally grateful..You did "Omugwo" for our first son;Dara for us for a day-old baby staying awake every night for 2months while my wifey and I enjoy conjugal sleep most of those nights in another room. What a virtuous mother? What a mother in-law? We bless you soul!
Lolo,I cry for your swift transition to Glory! But then,to God be all the Glory as we would not celebrate pain, sorrow and bitterness of soul rather we received again the word of God...Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour had defeated Satan and death more than 2000 years ago on the cross of Calvary. So we bless your soul!
You never really benefited material things from us. So,what are we going to do now? I shall by God's grace love my wife, children, family and your families animating your unalloyed love for family. We are eternally grateful for the example you showed us.
I asked God to console and restore
Chief Sir N.S Ozuzuma,Chiboy,Kelechi,Obinna,Ijeoma,Akudo,Junior,Ik and all family members.
I ask God to replace sorrow with joy,anguish with God's love,heavy hearts with God's renewed wisdom and grace to move forward!
I release a greater light by Christ Jesus into the family. Never again! In Jesus name!
Thank you Lolo Felicia Ozuzuma for your virtues,example of hard work, generosity,multi-tasking lifestyle,and motherly love.
We bless your soul.
My wifey; Ijeoma Barnaby be consoled as we have agreed because we know Jesus is Lord of the universe!

Barnaby,Nsikak
Son in-Law(married to Ijeoma Barnaby)

It is with heaviness of heart and so much tears in my eyes that I pen down this tribute to a great woman.

Lolo Feli, Lololistic Lolo, Sharp Woman Wey Sabi, Guy Woman wey know wetin dey, no dey carry last . Mummylistic as I fondly call u. My one and only Mummy, I don't know how to start to describe you. You are one in a million, my encourager, my pillar of support, always available when needed, always there to support us all, my gossip and quarrel paddy, open minded, does not bear grudges for too long.

It's so hard to believe that you are no more, no one to call me at least thrice weekly to find out Ijee ow are u, ur husband and son, call me on video call so I can see my Bobo.

There is so much to write about you; is it your selflessness or your kind heart even to people both related and not related to you.

Hmm, One thing I know for sure is God is Faithful and will always remain Faithful. I also know that you are with Him alongside the host of heaven worshipping at His feet.

I will surely miss you and you will forever be in my heart till we meet to part no more.
There are many mummies in the world but there will be only ONE MALEE who will never be forgotten.

Rest on Ada Ekezie
Rest on Ada Esther
Rest on Mummy

TRIBUTE TO THE KINDEST MOTHER ON EARTH

Maalestic,
This is what I fondly call u and U smile especially when u do or say some of those ur stuff.Hmmmm,words fail me maale of life cos I never expected to be penning this down any time soon.

   I called u on Monday 13th January we spoke at length ur voice full of life and vigor only to be told u were rushed to d hospital on Tuesday 14th January.i couldn’t just put it together and I prayed like never before that Tuesday and was glad on Wednesday 15th Jan when we were told u were out of the woods.Only to called on Thursday 16th Jan dat u couldn’t make it.hmmmmmm.

Now I understand what the scripture really means by life is transcient,temporal,fleeting and short.
Today U were here like a flower blossoming and flourishing and filling us with ur charm,selflessness,laughter,kindnesss,heart of gold,easy to forgive and let go nature,loving,soft nature ,ever ready to give ur all and have nothing,and tomorow just like a Shadow u are gone.

My drama Queen,When u said u were coming to Lagos last December to stay in all our houses,little did we know u wanted all ur three girls to have a part of u with us and I will forever cherish dat singular act mum.

Who will call me ‘my beautiful daughter’ who will call me ‘my sweet daughter’ again,Awuuuu death u have done ur worst but Jesus defeated u many years ago and I believe malee you are resting in the bosom of our Lord where their is no more pain,death,sickness,stroke,mourning or crying.

The vacuum and legacy of kindness u left is too too wide for anyone to fill,my siblings tell me I am now their mother and I don’t know if I can ever do half of what u did for all of us or what u ever did to all dat came ur way,but I draw strength from my father and ur father in heaven who I know will help me keep ur children,in-laws and grandchildren together in peace cos that was ur heart desire and also try to touch lives as you did God been my helper.

I will forever remain with ur memories mum,I miss u so so so much but sleep on mum and see you on the resurrection morning.

Good night maalestic 
Goodnight malee
Goodnight lolo

Your first daughter,kelechi Okelue(née Ihentuge)

Tribute to a wonderful mom,we all use to call her malee and she will smile and asked you my pinki wetin you want and she we provide it immediately for us. I was not really happen when I heard it today. She was so good to everyone around her. Mama we all will missed you but God knows it all. May your gentle soul rest in peace.

Mummy,
I have thought about how I would pen this tribute to you, but words fail me.
Hmm, how do I describe you Mum? You are a replica of the "Dorcas" in the bible who always cared for those around her. You reached out and blessed lives with your kind heart without asking for anything in return. You were very firm, yet so loving. You always came running when I needed you. Without complaining, you were always glad to assist me with my many requests. Your grandchildren were so important to you, once one has a little fall, you come running. You were the bond that kept us all together. You were my solid support system and my "paddy".

I thank God for blessing me with a mother like you, a woman with a heart of gold. You taught that love was in action and not mere words. I learnt so much from you and will forever cherish the times we spent together.

I refuse to weep like one who has no hope. I trust God that you are walking the streets of gold and joining the angels to worship Him. There are many mothers, but there is only one "MALEE"

I love you Mum. Always have and always will.

I wish to extend my Heartfelt Condolences to Family of Late Mrs Falicia (Ezi-Nne-Nne-Oha-Nne-Ndima-Nne-Mara-Obi-Nwa) at this hour of grief and Pray that God gives your family the Strength to Persevere. Sometimes unexpected things hit us so hard; That's hard to react or think. This news was truly unexpected for me. Her tragic death has brought sorrow to a lot of lives whom she had touched. She was a kind Soul and an Amazing Woman. She was a wonderful mother and not just for her Family alone but also for everyone who she has come in contact with. A woman of Substance; a Virtuous Woman. She will always be Remembered for her Pure Heart. May her Soul Rest Blissfully in the Gardens of Heaven. I miss the 1st Day, Week, Month and Years that I Spent With You Mum. God Knows Best...(Ejiofor Emily. C).

My heart felt condolence goes to the entire family of ozuzuma over the lost of an icon, a God fearing woman, who sees other people problems as her own problem, a woman with the heart of gold , a mother of all mother's, who held me at the shoulder while my news of my own dad death came to me as a shock, what a wicked world, little did I know that she's leaving soon, mummy may ur gentle soul rest in the bossom of the almighty God as I also mourn u and my dad,

Hmmmm... A mother indeed, I knew u from afar yet I understood a humble life through u, was shocked on this disheartened news, ur captivating smiles can never forget them, ur words of encouragement, ur simple life. U are forever in my heart, I love & miss u mama..... Rest on mam

Tribute to my friend, Lady Felicia Ngozi Ozuzuma

The news came as a terrible shock to my ears. I laid down resting on my bed when I got a call that “mama Chikodi” as we fondly called her, has passed on to glory. I couldn’t believe my ears, Lolo Felicia who spoke to me during Christmas over the phone that she heard about the surgery done on my left hand. She advised me to take care of myself. I called Kelechi and asked her if it was true, she said yes and I screamed.
Gone so soon, my friend that I loved so much. A humble, caring, accommodative woman of substance. I remember those days at no 13 and 18 Ohikere Street where our families both lived as one family. We had fun, meetings, discussions, and went to the market together. I remembered De Sam and my husband Japhet as very close friends, travelling to the village together, going to work at the same time until death separated them. You accommodated last daughter after the death of my husband and even brought her to the village for the burial.
Madam Felicia accompanied me to the hospital to deliver my first child, chinenye. She would cook ofe uda and uziza with pounded yam for me to eat. Two of us were really good friends until we had all our children and they all grew up together and attended the same primary school. We used to visit Big Daddy and Big Aunty Agnes at surulere. She was the god mother to my son.
Death, you are wicked. You snatched lolo away, she did not reap the fruits of her labour as she left this wicked world so soon.
We will miss your gentle smiles, your children and your husband will miss you too.
Rest in the bosom of the lord until we meet to part no more.
                                                                         Ezinne Vero Iwueke.

TRIBUTE TO A WORTHY MOTHER.LADY FELICIA MEANS MANY THINGS TO MANY PEOPLE,TO SOME,SHE WAS A GOLDEN MOTHER,TO OTHERS SHE WAS A WIFE OF HONOUR,A COUNSELOR,A FRIEND OF ALL.SHE HAVE EXITED THE STAGE AFTER PLAYING HER PATH,THOUGH PAINFUL,BUT I BELIEVE ON THIS,: IF GOD SAYS IT,THAT SETTLES IT.GOOD NIGHT LADY. FROM REV, N S C.CHUKWUZITERE.

Hmmm what can I say about you mummy, am still in shock and broken on your demise. From the first day you knew I will be your sons wife, your love and friendship started even till our last video call.
People envy me because of the type of relationship I have with you, how I tell you everything and you advice me on what to do. I will always remember our laughter and how you introduce me to people as (o nwanyi chikodi) mummy hope I tried in my igbo. Lol.
My heart bleeds. Go in peace mummy love you forever.
RIP.

Felicia 2

Lady Ozuzuma,
A strong member of Bishop Tugwell Memorial Anglican Church Lagos.
God bless your soul good woman.

Sir Ozuzuma please take heart.

RIP LADY OZUZUMA.

To my lovely ever cheerful, kind hearted Adorable, beautiful, peace maker, always patient, good listener Auntiem NDAA Felicia am constantly in shock since I got the news of you leaving us. WHY so soon? A question they say one must not ask because God knows best. Thank you for being part of whom I am today. In my little youngest days you were always there to rescue me from my mother when I got in to trouble, giving me word of wisdom ❤ I love you , will always love you, you will always have a place in my heart, I JUST CAN'T BELIEVE IT
Rest in peace NDAA until we meet to part no more.
Nornor as you always called me

Our tears no matter the volume won't bring you back
Our sorrows never will
You were a precious gift from God
You possessed so much beauty, grace and love
You were a mother to many
We mourn, yet, we are encouraged by the assurance that you are at peace with God to rest and rise up with the saints on the ressuration morning.
May your precious soul rest in peace.

There is a sacredness in tears
They are not the mark of weakness, but of power.
They speak more eloquently than a million tongues. They are messages of overwhelming grief and unspeakable love.
Your love and words left a big mark on me till now. You inspired us all.
Regardless of the distance, you were always close because your legacy lives on and we are blessed. Big Mum, Rest in Lord.


               C.K Ikpe’s family.

Jesus said l am the ressurrection and the life,he that beliveth in me shall not die,even though he dies,he shall yet leave again...believeth thou this????
Yes l believe because the last enemy that shall be destroyed is death...
Malee full of life,energy ,strength like that of a lioness, mother to all...
U didnt die malee you just changed location and became a celestial being,watching over us...
Ur presence wil be greatly missed,but our consolation is that u lived a good life...

Rest on my sweet big Anty until the ressurrection morning....

Adieu malee

Grandma Ella, the news of your death came to me as a shock. I never expected your sudden departure.
You were a mother to everyone you came in contact with. Your hospitality was immeasurable. Your role to humanity is worth emulating.
We love you but God loves you the most.
Adieu my in-law!
Rest on in the Lord!

From Barr. (Mrs.) Helen Tobechukwu

I wish I came back to my “Mother Land” to see everyone. I wanted to experience the golden hearted person that you were, and of which my parents always loved to talking about. For these good memories of you, you’ll be with us. Despite the physical absence, we’ll always feel your presence of your contagious golden heats.

Thank you

Mama Akudo,

Your demise is a true definition of shock! However, our solace is in God's word which commands us to Thank Him in all situations.

To you and all the faithful departed, I pray for eternal rest. Amen

To Akudo and all of us affected by this untimely departure, I pray for the grace to bear this great loss.


Rest in peace Ma. Amen

If I could write a story about you, it would be the greatest ever told, of a kind and loving mother.
Mum you had a heart of gold, precious gift from God. So much beauty, grace, love and patience that you possessed.
Your kind loving, sweet, caring, honest, elegant, fastidious, brave, strong, energetic, resilient, thoughtful, hopeful and selfless. Such an amazing mum, my friend and confidant and am graceful to call you my mum and happy I will forever have a long lasting memory about you.
The greatest gift God gave me is you being my mum and is hard to believe you are gone so soon.
It's very difficult to let go but God knows best.
I know you are in a better place where there are no pain or sorrow.
Go in peace till we meet to path no more.
Adieu Mummy
RIP

Ah! Malee! This is one news that really touched my soul. The day I heard you left us, I was in shock, I didn't believe it, I never expected you to leave us this early.. You were a strong woman, a support system, I can't still believe you have left us but I'm sure your soul is resting well.. Rest in peace Malee.. You will be missed.

To my esteemed grandmother,

My heart truly aches due to this demise, no one knows how much I truly miss you and your beautiful smile and kind words that will forever linger in my heart. In mine and all of our souls you will be fondly remembered and sweet memories will always cling to your name. You were the best who God could have given to us, you were gentle, thoughtful and always loving. One day I pray to clasp your hands and never part and I pray that God remains with you as you rest peacefully. Amen.

To My Beloved Auntie who I love and adore beyond words could ever express. It was an honour getting to know you, although we never met in person, I am beyond grateful to have had such a strong and wonderful support system like you. I will never forget our phone conversations where you always refer me as “Nne Esther” due to how I remind you of your beloved mother, who I hope you are spending a wonderful time with, or “mboto oduga” - hope my igbo spelling is accurate enough... with little words of encouragement you have always uplifted my soul and pushed me to always be a strong and focus girl. My dear auntie, your loss came all of a sudden but above all I Thank God Almighty for the time I got to know you. I thank you too for always been a comforter and listener in times of trials... I will forever be honoured and grateful to have had an amazing Auntie like you.

I love you beyond what love entails,

Rest High.

Your Nne Esther

There is time for everything. Time to be born and time to die. Your time came to soon. The Radiance of love you showed will forever stay with us.The lessons of forgiveness you taught was pure and truthful. The smiles you shared was healing. Thank you for knowing and serving God.Great In law. Ije o Mama.

The news of your death is so saddening as it is shocking. You radiated the usual charm on that December day when your darling husband celebrated his birthday. Who would have known that death was near. Only God knows it all. May He protect all your loved ones and give them fortitude to bear so painful a loss. Rest in peace in the bosom of your maker in Jesus name.