Jesus said, I am the resurrection and the life, he who believes in me will live, even though he dies, and whoever lives and believes in me, will never die (John 11: 25 & 26).
Our hearts were filled with sorrows upon hearing the sudden demise of our beloved mother who in diverse ways sacrificed herself for Christ, the children and grandchildren she left behind.
Strong to the very end, Mama as we affectionately called you; was like a second mother us all. We wish that we could tell you we are not ready to let you go but you have already departed and our heart feel so low and empty. We miss that little sparkle that light up your eyes when we amused you during those challenging times. And we miss the sound of your voice, your laughter and your sighs during good times; dancing to your favourite songs like “Modesola you're a Queen ooh, Mama is a Good Girl and a Fine Girl”.
But most of all we miss the way you made us feel when you tease us with names like Omoko and sometimes admonished us for making you eat when you did not feel like doing so.
The love we shared was so strong and real, and there are others here who miss you too and they have gathered here today to show how much you will be missed. Your life touched so many people and we all want you to know that we love you and are filled with sadness and grief that you have left us so soon.
Mama's in her last days will say I'm going they are coming for me.
Being mortal, selfishly we don’t really want to say goodbye. So we wish you eternal peace knowing you are up there watching over us so we can feel your presence daily.
Mama Rest in Perfect Peace.
Martha, Nancy, Josephine and Rosemary –
Outreach Support Services.