June 12, 2019
June 12, 2019
"K'azi Nne Baby? Je g'akpolu mu Nne baby!" (Translation: Where is Mama Baby? Go and call Mama Baby for me!) Those familiar words were spoken by our Mama ibadan ,(my beloved mother, of blessed memory) so many times over the 30plus years that I knew our beloved Aunty, Mrs Maria Odogwu. "Nne Baby" as she was fondly called, was one of Mama Ibadan's most trusted relatives and helpers. She was always there for, and with Mama and they understood themselves perfectly well. They shared a special bond. I have fond memories of her always being around, right from my very first day as a new wife and mother in Mama and Papa Ndep's household in Bodija. She had such a peaceful and calm spirit and there was always a harmonious relationship between her and everyonein the household. To me, she was always loving and caring - a true mother figure indeed.
Nne Baby, the last time I saw you was at Mama's 90th Birthday celebration in 2017 when you paid a surprise visit to rejoice with Mama. We were all so happy to see you! Sadly, less than two months after that occassion, Mama passed on to eternity. Without a doubt, I know that you felt Mama's departure so badly.You were both so close!
Now , you too have also left us, Nne Baby! We are so sad that you are gone from this realm, but what can we do but accept that the Lord has called you back to be with Him? It may be a dream but I do imagine you and your beloved Mama and Papa, Mama Lagos, Nne Joy and others who went ahead all being together again! What a beautiful dream indeed!
Adeiu Aunty, "Nne Baby" anyi! We miss you greatly but we are happy that you are at peace with the Lord who you believed in and served so diligently. Rest in peace until we meet again one day , in His presence. Your memory will always remain with me.
Mrs Ebele Ndep ("Nwunye Peter")
Nne Baby, the last time I saw you was at Mama's 90th Birthday celebration in 2017 when you paid a surprise visit to rejoice with Mama. We were all so happy to see you! Sadly, less than two months after that occassion, Mama passed on to eternity. Without a doubt, I know that you felt Mama's departure so badly.You were both so close!
Now , you too have also left us, Nne Baby! We are so sad that you are gone from this realm, but what can we do but accept that the Lord has called you back to be with Him? It may be a dream but I do imagine you and your beloved Mama and Papa, Mama Lagos, Nne Joy and others who went ahead all being together again! What a beautiful dream indeed!
Adeiu Aunty, "Nne Baby" anyi! We miss you greatly but we are happy that you are at peace with the Lord who you believed in and served so diligently. Rest in peace until we meet again one day , in His presence. Your memory will always remain with me.
Mrs Ebele Ndep ("Nwunye Peter")