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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Matilda Clifford Garden Briggs, 73 years old, born on April 7, 1949, and passed away on July 24, 2022. We will remember her forever.
October 12, 2022
October 12, 2022
Mama, your life was a life of emulation, you were a woman of value and virtue, an epitome of beauty and strength.
You were an embodiment of love, generosity, and compassion.
You were a loving wife and a caring mother, you were not only good to we your children but also to people around you.
You helped many find joy and purpose in life, you taught us how to love, help, and sacrifice.
You taught us to stand our ground and never give up on our dreams even in the face of challenges.
You are a mother in a million I'll forever miss you, I pray your soul finds eternal rest till we meet again.
September 20, 2022
September 20, 2022
A Tribute To My Endearing Grandma

Dear Grandma, it felt like a dream when I heard you are no more. Immediately, I started having some flashbacks of the moments we had — It is well.

Thank you for your love, advice, care and everything you've done for me. I am forever grateful and thankful that you are my grandmother.

Wherever you are, I believe you are in a better place with God. You may have passed on, but your memories and legacy will forever live on within our hearts. May your gentle soul rest in the bossom of the Lord.

Your Grandson,
Somiari Nimi Ibiba
September 16, 2022
September 16, 2022
TRIBUTE TO A SWEET-SPIRITED, KIND-HEARTED, CHEERFUL, STRONG AND ENERGETIC MOTHER IN-LAW.

  I came in contact with you during the demise of your mother in 1999, when you came to meet my mum to help you buy somethings for the funeral. We exchanged pleasantries — I didn't even know your son, never knew you were my future mother in-law but destiny made it so.
  My ever flowing, beautiful mother in-law who still had a glowing and an amazing flawless skin even in her 70's — An epitome of beauty.
  Thank you for all the care during my children's birth and love you showered on my kids and I. I wish you had stayed a little more longer to eat and enjoy the fruit of your labour.
  You were a mother hen indeed, thinking of the comfort of others first. A bridge builder who touches the lives of many. You made your mark on your children. You are a shining star in your family, you were like a salt, your presence makes everything tasty.
  A cheerleader; jovial and energetic; never a dull moment with her. Without loosing your faith in God, you told me you will not die, so you don't have any doubt. You said you will live long; eat and enjoy the fruit of your labour; but God has taken you to a better place. My kids and I miss you so much, we prayed for you regularly, but God knows best; we can't question him.
  We are comforted only by the fact that you're in a better place; free from sickness and discomfort that you endured.
  I will never forget the precious memories that we shared, and your good advice. I feel so blessed to have you as a mother in-law.
  Goodbye, farewell, dein na mu Ngie.
September 15, 2022
September 15, 2022
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. Wherever you are, I know you are in a much better place. I will be forever grateful and thankful that you are my 'grandmother'.
September 15, 2022
September 15, 2022
Mother you heard God’s whisper, calling you home, you did not want to leave us, I saw how you fought with your illness. you loved us sooo much that you held on tight, until all your strength was gone, and you could no longer hold on. Finally you gave your hand to God and slipped away quietly without telling us bye.
I will forever love and adore you mom for everything you taught us in life. Your death took away joy from our lives but we will hold on to the beautiful memories of times spent with you. May your soul rest in peace… 
September 8, 2022
September 8, 2022
Mother, you were the truest, dearest, more than a mother to me. I called you a friend, sister, cousin and also dad when i lost dad. You stood alone for 23 years after dad passed on, and only God knows the inner strength you had.
September 7, 2022
September 7, 2022
Dearest Mother of mine,my Mother Hen, you taught me so many things about life and up until now it still guides me in my life each day. I'm grateful to God for your life and the positive impact you made in my life whilst you were on planet earth, it's so sad that death has snatched you away. I miss you each day that passes by,I can still remember the way you used to pet me and also you never failed to correct me from my wrongs. The moments I had with you are indeed memorable and it means so much to me. Thanks for being a sweet soul to me .
From your Baby
TONYE EFEREBO (TARIAH-TARIAH)
August 19, 2022
August 19, 2022
My mother was an inspiring soul, always there for all who came to her with their troubles. Her home was open to everyone, and her hospitality made them feel important. She was the most loving, humble, compassionate, understanding, family-orientated woman and one of the most beautiful souls one could ever meet. I am going to miss you so much, Ngie
August 19, 2022
August 19, 2022
Thank you so much to everyone for being here today to celebrate the life and honor the memory of my mother. To explain just how much my mother means to me is an impossible task, but I want to make sure that I pay tribute to my mother at her funeral. My mother was one of the strongest, bravest, and kindest humans to grace this planet. Without her, I wouldn't be here today, I wouldn't be the person I am, and I wouldn't have the life I have. She is everything to me, and more, and there's no way I could ever quantify the importance she's held in my life. My mother was the best mother a person could ask for: She was humble, supportive, and strong. Thank you, mom, for everything.

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October 12, 2022
October 12, 2022
Mama, your life was a life of emulation, you were a woman of value and virtue, an epitome of beauty and strength.
You were an embodiment of love, generosity, and compassion.
You were a loving wife and a caring mother, you were not only good to we your children but also to people around you.
You helped many find joy and purpose in life, you taught us how to love, help, and sacrifice.
You taught us to stand our ground and never give up on our dreams even in the face of challenges.
You are a mother in a million I'll forever miss you, I pray your soul finds eternal rest till we meet again.
September 20, 2022
September 20, 2022
A Tribute To My Endearing Grandma

Dear Grandma, it felt like a dream when I heard you are no more. Immediately, I started having some flashbacks of the moments we had — It is well.

Thank you for your love, advice, care and everything you've done for me. I am forever grateful and thankful that you are my grandmother.

Wherever you are, I believe you are in a better place with God. You may have passed on, but your memories and legacy will forever live on within our hearts. May your gentle soul rest in the bossom of the Lord.

Your Grandson,
Somiari Nimi Ibiba
September 16, 2022
September 16, 2022
TRIBUTE TO A SWEET-SPIRITED, KIND-HEARTED, CHEERFUL, STRONG AND ENERGETIC MOTHER IN-LAW.

  I came in contact with you during the demise of your mother in 1999, when you came to meet my mum to help you buy somethings for the funeral. We exchanged pleasantries — I didn't even know your son, never knew you were my future mother in-law but destiny made it so.
  My ever flowing, beautiful mother in-law who still had a glowing and an amazing flawless skin even in her 70's — An epitome of beauty.
  Thank you for all the care during my children's birth and love you showered on my kids and I. I wish you had stayed a little more longer to eat and enjoy the fruit of your labour.
  You were a mother hen indeed, thinking of the comfort of others first. A bridge builder who touches the lives of many. You made your mark on your children. You are a shining star in your family, you were like a salt, your presence makes everything tasty.
  A cheerleader; jovial and energetic; never a dull moment with her. Without loosing your faith in God, you told me you will not die, so you don't have any doubt. You said you will live long; eat and enjoy the fruit of your labour; but God has taken you to a better place. My kids and I miss you so much, we prayed for you regularly, but God knows best; we can't question him.
  We are comforted only by the fact that you're in a better place; free from sickness and discomfort that you endured.
  I will never forget the precious memories that we shared, and your good advice. I feel so blessed to have you as a mother in-law.
  Goodbye, farewell, dein na mu Ngie.
Her Life

BIOGRAPHY of Late Mrs. Matilda Kuroma Clifforf G. Briggs (Nee Somoni Iburoma)

October 11, 2022
Late Mrs. Matilda Kuroma Clifford Garden Briggs, popularly called Aunty by her relatives, was born on the 7th of April 1949 in Buguma in Asari Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State. She was a twin child of Somoni Iboroma of the Opuwariboko house in Ido community, and Oboya Ejiegu, the only daughter of Ejiegu of Tariah Compound in Buguma, all in Asari Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State. 
Late Matilda, in her tender age, attended elementary school in Buguma, in late 1950s. She continued her education after getting married to her late husband, Clifford Garden Briggs, who encouraged her, in early 1970s. It was an adult education program in St. Marys Compound Aggrey Road Port Harcourt. No doubt she was intelligent as she always did well in her academics. She knew the importance of education, hence her resolve to seeing that all her children are educated to the highest possible level.
Late Matilda got married to Late Clifford Garden Briggs. They both had eight children, four boys and four girls. Matilda left behind 22 grand children and a great grand child.
To support her husband in shouldering the economic task of catering for her family, Matilda engaged fully in business and trading. Her early trading ventures were: grocery business, major dealer on palm oil, and CocaCola drinks. Matilda, in early 1990s to 1998, before the demise of her late husband, also ventured into trading a verity of business. Matilda was industrious and hardworking, always doing something to support the family.
Late Matilda was born into a humble and God fearing Christian family. Before her illness and eventual demise, she was a dedicated member of Christ Army Church Dioub, Port Harcourt. Late Matilda and her late husband, in the early 1970s to late 1980s, where members of Baptist Church 93 Aggrey Road Port Harcourt. All her children where dedicated in First Baptist Church 93 Aggrey Road Port Harcourt. Matilda was also a member of St. Matthias Afrian Church in Port Harcourt.
Late Matilda was a social personality and was once a member of the Tariahibi Dokiawo social group of Buguma. Late Matilda's antics were legendary and those who knew her have their own stories to tell. She was straight forward in her dealings with people and always on the path of truth. Late Matilda was endowed with wisdom and was a good counsellor. People came from far and near to seek advice from her. She gave Godly counsel to marriages. Late Matilda had compassion, she was an inspiring soul, always there for all who came to her with their troubles. Her home was open to everyone, and her hospitality made them feel comfortable and loved. She was the most loving, humble, compassionate, understanding, family-orientated woman and one of the most beautiful souls one could ever meet.
Late Matilda became sick and went in and out of hospital at various times.  Her health condition deteriorated over time. During her last days, her children were always around her as she fought through life affirming her strength in God, never gave up in her spirit, but her physical body could not sustain  the pressure and she went to rest with the Lord on that faithful day  of 24TH July 2022. She fought gallantly to the end.
Rest In Peace Matilda (Iyingi), we will always miss your good deeds and we are rest assured that, you are with your maker in heaven.
SHE SURVIVED BY 
Children:
1. Mr. Tonye Clifford Somiari(son)
2. Mr. Ibiba Clifford Somiari(son)
3. Mrs. Sarah Ikeagwu(daughter)
4. Pst. Mrs. Sharon A. Heinz-Tebeda(daughter)
5. Mrs. Abiye S. Charlse-Somiari(daughter)
6. Mr. Dimabo D. Somiari-Briggs(son)
7. Mr. Emmanuel Somiari-Briggs(son)
8. Miss. Rosemary I. Somiari-Briggs(daughter)
Grand Children
1. Soibi Tonye Somiari
2. Dienye Brown
3. Nimi Ibiba Somiari
4. Irene Ibiba Somiari
5. Elizabeth Ibiba Somiari 
6. Omiete Ibiba Somiari 
7. Precious I. Ikeagwu
8. Peace U. Ikeagwu
9. Prisca O. Ikeagwu 
10. Princess M. Ikeagwu 
11. Eden M. Heinz-Tebeda
12. Nissi I. Heinz-Tebeda
13. Zelig E. Heinz-Tebeda
14. Jakim A. Heinz-Tebeda
15. Bryan Charles Somiari
16. Datokini Dimms-Briggs
17. Peniel Dimms-Briggs
18. Ibiye Emmanuel-Briggs
19. Matilda Emmanuel-Briggs 
20. Daniel Somiari 
21. Marvellous Somiari 
22. Ava Somiari 
Great Grand Child
1. Olivia Peter Akor
Son In-Laws
1. Brr. Sunday Ikeagwu
2. Pst. Heinz J. Tebeda
3. Hon. Charlse Somiari
Daughter In-Laws 
1. Amah Tonye Somiari
2. Evelyn Ibiba Somiari 
3. Chiamaka Dimms-Briggs
4. Bose Emmanuel-Briggs
Brother, Sister, Uncles, Cousins, and host of other relations too numerous to mention. 
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