The announcement of your death confirms to me further that good people also die, although we never cease to forget them. Mama, you adopted many, including my family, as yours. We talked to you freely and you addressed us as your children, calling me MATTHEW OMO MI and my wife TITI OMO MI (MATTHEW MY SON and my wife TITI MY DAUGHETR). I remember your discussions with me, advising me always to ensure I train my children well. This, I will remember always as I made up my mind then not to disappoint you, even now as you are no longer with us. I also remember your amazing smile which was always like honey to many of us when you talk. You were never in hurry to talk to us, even when your grandchildren would continue to call you to eat. I was looking forward to seeing you soon as usual but you chose to obey the call of GOD to the place of glorious rest forever. I cannot query GOD even though your death has been a very painful one, not only to me, but to all the members of my family. My joy is that you died in the LORD and I am certain we will see again at the marriage supper. GOOD BYE MAMA RERE. GOOD NIGHT ABIAOMO RERE.
By MATTHEW OLALEYE
TRIUMPHANT CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST

Mama rest in perfect peace,A great mother indeed,

To my grandma:
I remember your beautiful smiles and
how you would sing for me when I was sad. You will anyways be remembered.

I first met you during your multiple visits to our high school to see my friend Olusina. Despite all the odds, you ensured your children had everything they needed to be successful.
You were a great mother and a devout Christian. You did your time on earth and you did it very well; and with honor. Your legacy will live on in your children , grand children, great grandchildren, all of us and the people that your touched.

May your gentle and loving soul rest in Perfect Peace... In Jesus Name, Amen. Sun re o!!

Grandma ! I miss you dearly; I admire your courage and strength, raising all your children with God’s help.
The fondest memories I have of you are the evenings you’d sit with my siblings and I and teach us songs you had written down in your diary, the one I always remember is “Be magnified Oh LORD, for YOU are highly exulted, and there is nothing YOU can’t do...”
I remember the extra lessons, one of which you taught me how to finally read/tell time. I smile when I remember how I’d always drive you back home after Sunday services, and all the mini conversations we’d have; also all the tips (money) you’d give here and there Lol.
I’m grateful to God for the chance and opportunity to be your grandson, and for a life well spent. Even though you won’t get to meet my children like I hoped, I know you’re in a better place singing with the angels, and this gives me greater joy.
Rest on Grandma, I love you.
~Oluwadara

Ye~wa ku ó, da gi~han Lisa, do gi~hun Oba; Yemi Mercy ma ku ó!!!

Our home from 1965-the 1970’s was Number 7 Tewogboye Street, New Town, Ondo Kingdom; our Landlady was Mummy Mrs Akinduro (Iye Sister Toyin).
I followed my father on our first visit to the house. Mama Akinduro asked Bra Olubodun to give me a drink that was made from an orange flavoured tablet in water.
I remember our Landlady with fond memories. I often wondered into her bedroom, seeing a wardrobe full of her husband suits; she became widowed few years before our tenancy.
I now reminisce on her mother’s visits to the house. She was a no nonsense woman, however our Landlady, butter will not melt in her mouth, God bless her!
I visited the house when I got to Nigeria, to bury my father, I was in my grieving, retracing my journey with my Father.
Mummy was very close to my family, even after we moved to my Father's house in the 1970’s.
Mummy often called me Omo Manager when I am of good behaviour, but you will often hear her call out kilęmenyinti(Clement) because I was a scallywag!
When Bra Olubodun called me, I said what is Mrs Akinduro’s maiden name, he said nee Olawoye. I said to him, can he believe that Bami Odofin Ebun Olawoye RIP, was the head of our quarter in Igunrin, Ondo Kingdom and that we buried him in great celebrations.
I express my condolences and that of the Igbekele families to all your children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and family.
Ęyin Màmá ti dara ó, may her soul be counted amongst the just, may perpetual light shine on her, Amen.
Mummy was a strong woman, single parent for many years, kind hearted, loving; her legacy in her children.
Yemi Mercy Akinduro: ‘Omo gba Ade won~ri, mu jo~ko shogho Ola, Omo gba aalari gbe s’oko ila, sun re ó, Amin!!!
You see I am Omo Bamunushen too, like Yemi Mercy.
Memories is for the livings!!!
Oloye Lobosin Clement Igbekele Jp

Mummy, my primary three teacher! You are missed, but will always remain in my heart. Rest peacefully in the bosom of Christ. Good night mummy.

My sweet Grandmother. Your smile was always so radiant. Your energy was always lasting. Your joy never failed. I will always cherish your visits to the States and the lengths of time and conversations we were able to have in those times. I will never forget one night when me and Bukunmi tried to sneak down to your room and scare you, but you were too witty and perceptive for that. You surprised us with a swift counterattack and scared us back up the stairs the stairs using our own tactics against us. This is a sad time for our entire family, but in reflection on your peace and shining light...I can only smile. A tearful smile, but yet a smile. I love you now and forever. Thank you for your part in forming the gift of my own life and for generations to come.

I will always miss you grandma! I remember when we were young and you would always sing I really miss your sweet, blessed voice. God bless you and I miss you so very much.
                    by Oluwabukunmi Akinduro

Here at Angel Hands you are truly missed, we had a short time to serve you but in that time we grew on each other and you was a very strong warrior, very outspoken, and a great inspiration. To the family stay strong and trust God in all your doing.
Love
Tammie@angelhandshc.com

A tribute to caring and loving grandmother/great grandmother

You are greatly appreciated for the love that you gave and the light that you brought whenever you came around. Your smile made the dullest days better. You were humorous, even when you didn’t try to be. You are truly loved and missed, but I know God and the angels are enjoying you now. Watch over us, we shall be rejoined with you in due time. We love you dearly.

A Tribute to A Beloved Aunty

I always called Mrs. Akinduro Aunty. We met in the late 50s while her husband, of blessed memory, was then a tutor at the Divisional Teachers’ Training College in Ondo. Aunty was a beautiful, quiet, loyal and responsible housewife. Unfortunately, the husband was called to glory very early in their marriage.
It is good to serve the Lord. After much perseverance and endurance, Aunty took on the enormous responsibilities of the home, and with God, she did it successfully.
As a teacher, she was a good disciplinarian and a mother. She was also a church worker at All Saints Anglican Church Ondo. Her intelligence, beauty and simple life made people really admire her. She was deliberate and very caring. She loved her children and her entire family. She would never spend a Christmas or New Year at Ondo without her children.
The friendship between our two sons Olushina and Kofoworola brought us even closer together and we became very cordial friends till the end.
Today, we celebrate the life of a wonderful mother who will forever be fondly remembered for her motherly love and care.
May her soul rest in peace with the Lord.
Mrs. C.O Ogunyankin

 A TRIBUTE TO A CARING MOTHER-IN-LAW

Mummy you were caring and loving. I cannot recall any occasion that you counselled my wife against me on matters affecting our marriage. You were an excellent example of a mother-in-law who left the course of our marriage in our hands. You nurtured me like your biological son and affectionately called me “ Sege “ to my delight. Mummy, your unfailing love ❤️ I will dearly miss.
As a teacher she was a disciplinarian and youth counsellor. These attributes helped her to raise her children successfully. Regardless of Mummy’s early challenges of life as a widow she excelled and smartly carried herself on all occasions. She raised four highly successful children and I am privileged to marry her only daughter.
In my eyes, Mummy’s legacy is: “ Surrender your burden at the feet of Christ and patiently wait for answer. Have PEACE ! “
Mama, sleep Well !!!