Happy birthday great grandma! Rich and Eribel would have loved to meet you and see your smiling face. Thank you for always interceding. Miss you and look forward to seeing you at heavens door. Love Adeoti, Richard and Eribel.

Happy Posthumous Birthday Mummy IyeIwa! You would have been 94vvMay your soul continue to Rest In Peace!

Please check out my story about IyeIwa in the Stories column.

Mommy, remembering you on this day of your birthday. Happy birthday  in heaven. I miss you everyday. Thoughts of you draws me closer to God. Keep resting in the bosom of your Lord. Until we meet to part no more. I love ♥ you.

It a year today that you let us to be with your Lord. I miss you so much IyeIwa. Keep enjoying the bosom of your God. I love ❤️ you very much mummy.


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Mrs Mercy Mofeade Ademodi

MOTHER IS THE NAME OF GOD IN THE LIPS OF CHILDREN
And all thy children shall be taught of the Lord: and great shall be the peace of thy children…   Isaiah 54:13

Dear IyeIwa,
Growing up in Lagos, I did not have much interactions with you before I left for the States some 40 odd years ago. What I knew about you, I heard from my father, I.O. Ademodi, the  Great. I recall urgent messages being sent to Lagos by your husband, Bam Demodi  (Principal) [B.A.] to my father, I.O. for prayers to ensure your survival. All involving pregnancies complications, childbirth near-death experiences and the puerperal period. G>  10P10 Ten kids! Nothing to sniff at. I recall the name Agboola and then, there were twins. A  woman never forgets how many babies she bore. These urgent messages would result in our mothers (in accordance with Papa's wishes) trekking us to Bar Beach, Victoria Island via Lejiko, dressed in our white linen to pray for your speedy recoveries. These started before  the hurricane of the Bight of Benin, that swept away the Hotels and Casinos on the Beach of Victoria Island. It was prior to the beaching of the whale (eja abubutan) on Victoria Island that fed Lagosians for weeks.

I heard from Papa, IyeIwa mu’we, opoju! Too brilliant for words! I admired your height then. All along, I would ponder, how could this young tall African Amazon be so sick, so many  times. I later gained a complete understanding of the phrase and the deeper meaning of the  name, "ONIBILABAKE".

At the first clip, you gave a gift of a wonderful daughter to the Erinketa family of Ondo Kingdom, Iwalola. The apple of the eye of B.A.. She in turn married a man (Otunba O'Sheg  Oshinowo) who developed God’s Vision for Loving and Caring for his Wife and Children! You gained a son-in-love indeed. My father called your first gift, Iwalewa. When Papa gives you a name, he would not call you by any other name. He calls out sister Iwa delightfully, Iwalewa Omo Eniyan each and every time with relish. How could Papa know how she was going to  turn out? Oruko nroni! Needless to say, this name is a testament to you, IyeIwa.

A Princess who married A Prince.

My father's maternal grandmother, a woman 6'2", the tallest woman in Ondo Kingdom (A  land of tall women) of that era was the Lobun of Ondo Kingdom, the female monarch in her own right. She placed the crown on her ancestral son, Oba Rufus Adesokeji Aderele, Tewogboye II [ Osamawe of Ondo Kingdom ]. My father's paternal grandmother also reigned as Lobun of Ondo Kingdom. My great grandmothers were both direct descendants of Pupupu, the very first monarch of Ondo Kingdom, a woman, a twin who reigned in her own right. Long story short, Ondo Kingdom began as a sanctuary for the Royal Twins of  Oduduwa who would have otherwise been killed as "Ese Omo re e" corrupted into  "Osemawe". All Kings of the Kingdom to this day are descendants of her three sons. The third ruling house is now "extinct" due to the absence of male heir.

In the old days, a princess marries a prince of a neighboring Kingdom to seal alliances, the  Awujales of Ijebuland or go further south to become the Elewus . All these ancestors are woven into the daily greetings of Princes and Princesses of Ondo Kingdom. A Princess  may also marry a prince of another ruling house. The other option is to marry a descendant of Benin King Ozolua, Oba of the Kingdom of Benin 1483 - 1514 via his son, Prince Jomu  who left the Benin Palace to settle in Ondo Kingdom. The Jomu (one of the ewerefas) is the  only other hereditary title in Ondo Kingdom. Now a days, anything goes. You marry for love or marry anybody you want with parents approval. Iyewa married a Prince.

I visited you at Odo Ayo, Ondo in 2011. I was told you would not recognize me (that's ok, you  probably had not seen me in over 45 years). I was told you are unable to speak, you could die any moment now. These brought back memories of childhood and all you had overcome. I walked with the aid of a  cane after the long flight from New York, USA and subsequent journey to Ondo. You  recognized me and knew who my parents were. You knew my voice though I really never spoke to elders or anyone as a little girl or a young lady. I would just stand against the wall and wait for Papa to pull me closer or ask me questions. You ran circles around me. You  then proceeded to show me your push-ups and crunches. Who spiked Mama's glucerna with B-Complex? I did not need to see your NIDDM meds after all. The only thing you asked of me was to thank your God Favored Daughter, sister Iwa for all that she has done for you. You  waxed praises upon her and catalogued the depth of her care. Iyewa, I did what you asked of me and I have not stopped expressing your gratitude.

Au reste, frères,  que tout ce qui est vrai,  tout ce qui est honorable,  tout ce qui est juste,  tout ce qui est pur,  tout ce qui est aimable,  tout ce qui mérite l'approbation,  ce qui est vertueux et digne de louange,  soit l'objet de vos pensées. Philippiens 4:8

In your hands, O Lord, we humbly entrust our Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and Great  Grandmother. Deliver, Lord, the soul of Thy handmaid as Thou didst deliver Enoch and Elias from the common death of the world. Deliver, Lord, the soul of Thy handmaid, as Thou didst deliver Abraham from the midst of the Chaldeans. In this life you embraced her with your tender love; deliver her now from every evil and bid her eternal rest.

The old order has passed away: welcome her into paradise, where there will be no sorrow, no weeping or pain, but fullness of peace and joy with your Son and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May the soul of our faithful departed Mother rest in peace Amen.

We shall all meet again l’ese Jesu. Duo ki Bam Demodi Principal o. Duo ki Agboola o. Duo ki awon Orila e o.


Adedolapo Ademodi Gbogodo

The Apple of the Eye of Isaac O. Ademodi, the Great
Timber, Transport & Shipping Magnate,  Oyinbo Onipako, New Jersey, USA
Leyo Ruling House of Ondo Kingdom

Mummy, you promised to remould my life .Then, I didn't fully understand what you were trying to do. However, I'm reaping the fruits of discipline, diligence and godly character you instilled in me. Adieu mom. We love you, but Christ loves you more.

Mummy, you promised to remould my life .Then, I didn't fully understand what you were trying to do. However, I'm reaping the fruits of discipline, diligence and godly character you instilled in me. Adieu mom. We love you, but Christ loves you more.

I watched you keenly as I grew up grandma and I discovered that you were an embodiment of strength and courage , a very prayerful woman who stood firmly for beliefs in God . I was always full of admiration for who God made you to be ...my grandma was second to none in everything , the best anyone could boast of , your assuring smile was ever encouraging ....love you dearly grandma ,sleep on in the bosom of the one who loved you the most , see you in the morning !!!
                       - your grandson
                      Olumide Ayobami

                  

Words can’t quantify an actual tribute to you grandma , its quite disheartening to admit that you are no more .....I get overwhelmed by moments of joy and happiness shared together anytime I think of you only to be caught off by reality....I promise never to forget your last words to me!! I promise to make you proud !! .... till we meet and part no more !!!

                  From olumide seunayo

Let me start by saying PIPELOLUWA! as you fondly called me, which means God is perfect. I am pleased to say that God created you perfectly in his image. He endowed you with many virtues. You were Proverbs 31 woman, a prophetess and prayer warrior. You have fought a good fight and you have finished the race. God chose to call you home at His perfect time where you will receive your crown of honour.
Rest on great Soldier of Christ.
Your Granddaughter,
Boluwatife Ademodi.

I am glad to know that you were a princess. Through you, the royalty blood runs in our veins.
I am pleased to know that you were a pastor. That made us benefactors of priesthood grace.
You were a peculiar person, through you nations were born. You lived an exemplary lifestyle which is to stand firm in Jesus Christ even at tough times.
Rest on Grandma till we meet to part no more.
Your grandson,
Ninioluwasan Ademodi.

Grandma was an exceptional woman from my experience with her. She taught me that there is more to life than fun and video games. It was through her I started learning how to read and write with English Grammar Book 1. She was also a disciplinarian and you could not try nonsense around her. She will align you to the right track like a good Shepherd just like in Psalm 23. Grace touched my life in a way I will never forget through her and I am so sure that she did so with every one around her, leaving an everlasting mark in the Hall of Fame in our hearts. Thank you Grandma. We will forever love you. Shekinah Lemuel Ademodi

Of all the times I had spent with Grandma, one thing I knew and could not be taken from her was that she was a deliberate disciplinarian. Lol, in the sense that she moulds you in all areas of life with both love and care, with the fear of God. Grandma was a rare gem. One that even at the point of death, she still had a glowing face of joy. If she didn't tell you she was sick, you wouldn't even know because she was always smiling. She was a strong and caring mother. She made sure everyone around her was treated equally. Grandma will leave an everlasting mark in my life. Rest on Mother. Till we meet again. Sharon Lemuel Ademodi

When I first met Grandma I saw a loving and kind hearted Grandmother who was happy to meet me even in her state and I saw a Grandmother who loved God, a Grandmother who was willing to got to the ends of the earth to make sure everyone is doing well. I saw a Grandmother that had the potential of turning anyone into a God addict and a purpose fulfilling machine. I saw a Grandmother that will never go down without putting up a fight. I saw a Grandmother with an amazing character that I am yet to see in this world. I miss you greatly, rest on with the Lord whom you greatly loved--Rhema Lemuels Ademodi

Where do I start from, how do I describe your loving and selfless nature mama . Reminiscing on how you cared for your children's wives as though they were your biological children, I remember how you usually called me your "Olori 2". Your Godly nature reflected in your actions, makes me remember this song you taught us:
O ti dun to lati ma gbe nu jesu
O ti dun to lati ma gbe nu oluwa
O ti dun to lati ma gbe nu jesu
Oba a soro ma ye.
Oba mi a soro maye
Eleda mi a soro mamikan
Oba a soro ma ye.
Sunre IyeIwa

Your Olori 2
Mary Ademodi

My mom, a real Abiyamo. I compared her with a mother hen, through thick and thin she was with us. Wo la ni o, Otonba lewooku, lewu woyi woyi. Abe soso... Sunre ooo.

Your Son
Ademola Ademodi

Grandma your life was full of selfless and loving deeds, you will be greatly missed by all, rest in the bossom of the lord, till we meet to part no more.

OkikiJesu and Kikiope Ademodi

Not every woman that births a child is a 'MOTHER' but the word itself doesn't do enough justice to describe you grandma! Testimonies of children you didn't birth isn't enough to capture your 'being'. I remember the last time I saw you, you were looking as beautiful as always! And the 'spark' in your eyes glowed as if you never aged one bit. Thank you for instilling Christ, love and firmness in your children which was passed down to us. Its a gift not every family is given. Till we meet to part no more! Rest on Grandma!

Grandma. I wish I could remember the times you held me as an infant. I wish I could have heard the countless loving prayers you said on my behalf. I wish I could embrace you just one more time. I remember when you saw me again at 19 and still smiled at me as one would do to a child. I remember when you took me by the hand and walked me to the plantain trees outside your house. I remember seeing your smile when you saw my son for the first time on FaceTime.

These moments so short, but will live in my memory forever. I rejoice that you are in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father. Thank you for loving me all the way from Nigeria. I wish I could embrace you just one more time, to talk you just once more. However I know we will have lifetimes upon lifetimes to catch up with you when it is my time. I am glad you now have better view of me and my family in heaven. I will do my best to let my children know how great you were in this world. Your memory will live forever in your grandson. Rest in Paradise. Mo fẹran ẹ bi iya rẹ!

When I remember my grandmother's life, I am grateful to God for so many things: her faith, her prayers, her prophetic words, her love, her deep intercession. I don't think we can possibly know the depths of the riches of the heritage we have received from her.

In all the ways that we are able now to know God and experience His blessings, we must also realize that we stand on the shoulders of giants; people who came before us who sought the Lord on behalf of their families and their children. My grandmother is a chief example of one who altered the trajectory of her family through her great faith and intercession. We now reap the harvest and blessing of the many prayers she sowed and I am truly grateful to God for the inheritance of faith I have received.

While we celebrated my graduation from business school, my grandmother went to be with Jesus. While we celebrate her life and praise God for her reunion with Him, there is much I will miss. Whenever we would say goodbye on the phone, she would always say “keep fit!”

I most certainly will.

We know that once you're born you will die.

We know that life is a gift from God and to him He wishes He gives length of days like our grandmother.

We know life is not given for selfish interest, but to minister to others..
That we call living a life..

If you live a positive life we call it quality life and not quantity life.

Mama, you came, live and leave behind a great legacy in your children and environments...

You had home because Jesus had finished your mansion as promised in John 14.

Pleasant is your death to our Father in heaven, because you went back to Him victoriously.
You won sin, you won backsliding, you won sickness, you won death itself.

You're free from every threat of the world, flesh and Satan.

Your children and grandchildren and great grandchildren and spiritual children are the seeds of righteousness to continue where you left.

I don't know you... But I don't need a special introduction into your auto/biography looking at Mama Lola.... You're Mother in deed.

Sleep on... Rest on... Remain Peaceful in Paradise till The Rising of The Morning Star Himself on The Resurrection Morning.

We love you but not as greatly as God loves you.

Odaro Iya Wa
From Kola Ojenirankola Adex

I will not be able to compress everything I want to write about Mummy because I could write a whole book. She was such a great woman!
I've met and related with a lot of women(mothers), but I'm yet to see a woman like Mummy, my great mother-in-law.
She was a loving mother, a caring mother, a role model, an epitome of Grace, a child and servant of God, a praying mother.
 She gives and cares for people even at her own detriment. She always ensures the stability and happiness of people around her. She molds people into shape! No matter who you are or where she is, once it's her prayer time, she will dismiss all discussion and start her prayer. She taught me what it means to have a prayer altar. She is a complete Mother.
 I will miss u Mum. Your memories will remain fresh in my heart. Love u loads and continue to rest on in his bossom till we meet again.
.
Gift Adaeze lemuels

MERCY MOFEADE ADEMODI
PRIMUS INTER PARES: FIRST AMONG EQUALS- THE MOTHER AMONG EXCELLENT MOTHERS, THE WOMAN AMONG WOMEN....
On June 20th, 1927, the supreme council of Heaven decided that a solution was needed on earth that will create a monumental impact on humanity in all spheres of human endeavour to the extent of glorifying the generalismo of Heaven and Earth, the commander in chief of the whole universe, the giver of life, the one that is greater than the greatest, higher than the highest, powerful than the most powerful; the I AM THAT I AM HIMSELF, the CREATOR WHO CANNOT BE CREATED. This solution became MERCY MOFEADE ADEMODI. She arrived on earth as an ambassador of Heaven, she lived to fulfill her purpose and she finished her race in such a glorious manner. She took her flight back on June 15th, 2019 to her original home in Heaven to continue with the angels in celebration of HE THAT WAS AND IS AND IS TO COME! She was a mother among excellent mothers and a woman among excellent women; indeed the first among equals. As one of your seeds "Mummy" I am proud of you, I am honoured to have been born by you. Given the opportunity a zillion times, i will choose to be your son. You showed me the pathway of Godliness so early in 1982, you planted me and my siblings solidly on a pathway that evil and its representations cannot overcome which is the pathway of light. Your mentorship to us was legendary as you did with sparkling example and leadership. Your prayer life was fiery till your last moments here. You were a General that the host of hell dreaded. 'Feade' as your siblings will always call you, challenges of life came in torrents to you but they were catalysts for triumphs, victories and excellence. Your signature on humanity's hall of fame is profound, everyone that met you or knew you closely have a success story to tell. TRULY YOU WERE GOD'S SIGNATURE ON EARTH. Mummy I LOVE YOU OVERLOADS, YOURS WAS A LIFE OF LOVING GOD UNTAMED! You raised a generation of God addicts and dynamites. The world cannot recover of your impact as it is written... eyes have not seen, ears have not heard...... as the earnest expectation of the creature waits for the manifestation of your GOD given biological and spiritual seeds. Missing you is an understatement, missing you is a pathological ailment to which i cannot recover ever from, your thoughts in my mind, your words echoes and reveberates hope, joy, inspiration and strength in me. Iye Iwa, Iye omo, you will deny yourself meals for us to eat and go to school, otunba woka, omo lewu osun, omo lewu woyi woyi! Le o yei

TRIBUTE TO A MOTHER IN A MILLION
   She was popularly called ..mummy by me ,.GRANMA ( GRANDMA ) by my children,  .
 What a mother in a MILLION! ...Although you were a mother-in-law but  
like a biological mother to me.
  You showed me the way of God, you reared my children. A nurse in a disguise, what ever medicines recommended for my children by you worked as if I have visited UCH.
 A TEACHER, no one was above or below your instructions, no wonder why I am less stressed, ....when I say Tuntunlade, Yinyinlola, etc..you have started again, they quickly
adjust. A SINGER , that's why I sing one of your loved songs....
E SE O BABA,
E SE O OMO,
E SE O EMI MIMO,
IWO LOPE YE FUN.
ESU TI TE O,
SATANI POFO,
E SE O EMI MIMO,
IWO LOPE YE FUN.

Le o ye i,
A gun taso o lo,
Obirin ogun,
A du mara Dan,
Iya omo,
Sunre o,
RIP Mummy.

Your FIRST WIFE,
Yetunde Ademodi Funmilayo.

AN ENCOMIUM FOR MY GRANDMA.
Memory resurfaced after I heard that my grandma went to be with the Lord . A great teacher who took my siblings and I through a session of arithmetics and word drill each time we spent our holiday with her.
Assorted water leaf vegetable soup with snails, crayfish and smoked fish (eja olopa) was her favorite soup which I enjoyed eating during those visits.
She was a prayer warrior who set aside a room (prayer room) in her apartment for prayers and intercession for her children and grandchildren.
As I was told, she made herself available to nurse her grandchildren including me immediately after birth. Indeed she was a rare gem, although it was painful to let her go but heaven is rejoicing to have her back.
ADIEU GRANDMA...

Last but not the least of a week of tributes to my mother.

A DEVOTED MOTHER!

My mother was a devoted mother. She was always “present” with all her children. While she may not be there physically, her mind was always on the well being of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A case in point: Sometimes last month during a conversation with her...she was inquiring about my health, specifically...” how is the pain in your back? I know that God will heal you” she said. She proceeded to ask about my children and their spouses, she asked about Naomi, Caleb and Zion, her great grandchildren. She said “you know I am praying for all of you”. She would always end our conversations with I love you, or I love you too. Thank you IyeIwa for being you, for your FORTITUDE, your DISCIPLINE, your example of PRAYERS and WORSHIP and your DEVOTION. I thank Jehovah God for your life. So, Rest well mommy until we meet again in heaven.❤️

Facebook post from June 21st.
During this past week of her earthly death and her birthday, I decided to pay tributes to my mother each day of this week. Here is today’s tribute.

WORSHIPPER!!!
My mother was a worshipper of her Lord and God through and through. Her devotion, passion and Service to promote the Kingdom of God was her primary goal. I remember her fasting and praying for 40 days seeking God’s face as she petitioned the throne of grace during a period when she visited us in the United States. She really fought her battles on her knees. She loved and adored Jesus! Missing you IyeIwa.❤️! #tributestomymother

I posted this tribute on Facebook on June 20th, my mother’s birthday.
Today would have been my mother’s 91st birthday . She was called to heaven 5 days ago. HAPPY BIRTHDAY IYEIWA!!! Enjoy your day in the bosom of your Lord, mummy. ❤

DISCIPLINARIAN!!!
My mother, being an “old school” teacher was a staunch disciplinarian with her children, especially on us girls including those who were not her biological children.. (The picture below was mom with her biological daughters in 2007). She would say: “I will not allow you to rotten under my watch”. Her way of intense love mixed with discipline helped to shape many lives for the better. She was one who did not have any regrets regarding spanking when necessary and on the premise that If God disciplines those He loves, she was given the authority as a parent to discipline us. I am eternally grateful for the discipline she and my dad impacted in me... I have been blessed to be able to pass such discipline on to my children as well. Continue to rest in the Lord IyeIwa. Miss you much mummy! #tributestomymotherG

FORTITUDE!
Dictionary use the word fortitude to describe a person who has shown quiet strength in hardships, and you admire them for being brave, calm, and uncomplaining when they have experienced something unpleasant or painful.
This was one of my mother’s strong attributes. Simply put, everyone saw my mother as quiet and gentle even when things were hard for her. Her inner strength was admirable to say the least. She had a fighting spirit within her while she may not say much. She was laser focused on who God is and what He will do in any situation she found herself. I admire my mother’s fortitude. Love ❤️ you and miss you IyeIwa. Sleep well mummy!#tributestomymother

I posted this tribute on my timeline on Facebook on June 15th...the day my mother went to be with the Lord.
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I lost my mother, Mercy Mofeade Ademodi today!. She would have turned 91 years old next week on June 20th. Her’s was a life well lived. She was a lover of Jesus Christ, a prayer warrior, a lover and blesser of people she came across. She was a school teacher for over 40 years. To know my mother is to hear about the power and might of her God. More importantly, she was a great mother who sacrificed everything for her children. God blessed her with 7 children, 23 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. WHAT A BLESSED LIFE.!!!Goodnight IyeIwa, sleep in the bosom of your Lord and REST until we meet again.❤️

“Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”” John‬ ‭11:25-26‬
Because I believe this scripture, I know that I will see my mother again in heaven. She believed in Jesus, so do I. A reunion to look forward to. Thank You Jesus!!!

TRIBUTE TO MY GRANDMA
As I traveled down the memory lane, I remembered that I always look forward to spend my holidays with you and most have always been spent with you. Your utmost joy was to see myself and siblings around you. You always welcomed us with big arms in fact those refreshing periods were always full of fun with you.
Grandma, you understood our love for plantains and so you took time to cultivate them just for us to get loads of them whenever we come around, I had never was disappointed.
You were an excellent teacher even after your retirement from service you were not tired at giving your time to teach the children in the community and myself with great passion. You were always interested in my grades at the end of sessions, which were always excellent.
The love for your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren was enormous. I count myself blessed to have you graced my wedding with your love written allover you.
As an intercessor and strong prayer warrior that you were, you never joked with the early morning prayers for us. You instilled in me the importance of close relationship with God and that has become part of me. I have the assurance that you have joined the heavenly triumph, looking down on us and singing hallelujah! Till we meet again, adieu, Grandma.

We missed you but God loved you most, May the Mercy and Blessing of the Lord be with you for ever more. Amin.

I miss you so much, Grandma! You were and are a precious light to my life!