February 21
February 21
We’ve missed your presence this past month. Rest on Aunty xx
This memorial website has been created in memory of our darling wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunty, cousin and friend; Chief Mrs Modupe Olubola Oyebolu. She was a great woman of God with a big smile and an even bigger heart! Soft-spoken, yet greatly respected, she was a great support to many, an encourager to all, a leader, a mentor and a true matriarch!
Mummy was born on February 16, 1937 and passed on suddenly at the age of 81, with no prior illness, on July 12, 2018. For this we are grateful and we are comforted in the knowledge that she is resting peacefully in the bossom of the Lord. We are grateful to God that she lived a rich and fulfilled life, characterised by love and laughter. We also thank God for everyone whose life she touched. It will be impossible for the vacuum she has left to be filled. We will surely miss her greatly.
This platform has been set up for anyone who was impacted by her, either directly or indirectly, to leave tributes or share stories, pictures or videos. It is a live website that can be visited unlimited number of times, to view or share memories and help us all celebrate her life and remember her incredible legacy.
Click on the 'LIFE' tab above to learn more about Mummy, her life, her achievements, and the ways in which she was able to impact others through her involvements.
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February 21
February 21
Its almost impossible for your birthday to skip my mind seeing as its just the day after mine. You would have clocked 87years last week . Hmm.....
You have gone to rest.
Sometimes when some baffling/wierd things happen, I say "as my mum would say Afi suuru ! " . Who we are is shaped by whose we are...the people who nutured us and poured into us; I am glad that I was birthed and nutured by you.
People wonder why I am always calm...my mum was calm, a peacemaker, a God chaser, counsellor, water walker (one who made things happen!) so what excuse do I have? I have no choice but to be all that I can be. Thank you mummy.
You have gone to rest.
Sometimes when some baffling/wierd things happen, I say "as my mum would say Afi suuru ! " . Who we are is shaped by whose we are...the people who nutured us and poured into us; I am glad that I was birthed and nutured by you.
People wonder why I am always calm...my mum was calm, a peacemaker, a God chaser, counsellor, water walker (one who made things happen!) so what excuse do I have? I have no choice but to be all that I can be. Thank you mummy.
September 17, 2023
September 17, 2023
Been thinking about you lately my dear Aunty. You remain an inspiration to me always. I love you and miss you.
Love always,
O-ty-ty
Love always,
O-ty-ty
July 12, 2023
July 12, 2023
It's another year gone by, what can I say....Grateful for the past 12months. Can't believe its 5 years already !
Seems like it was months ago.
Thankful for the memories.
Rest in his bosom mummy.
Sun re o.
Seems like it was months ago.
Thankful for the memories.
Rest in his bosom mummy.
Sun re o.
July 12, 2022
July 12, 2022
Grandma is forever missed but not forgotten
July 12, 2022
July 12, 2022
Mummy , its already 4years !!................Just like that. The feeling when I heard, inexplicable feeling when I saw you “ asleep ” …….. Hmm.
I thank God for the memories , pictures, legacy you left behind.
Sometimes I see a picture/post online I would have forwarded to you that would have made you smile. It is well.
You would have danced a lot at the wedding, it was awesome !! I told Ibukun that you probably would have sang a song at the reception (smiles) !! She said “you know right” and laughed.
Grandma couldn’t have gone to Tofunmi“s wedding without singing one worship song or the other (ha ha!!) Impossible !
Some memories elicit a smile, laughter, or even a tear. All the same , memories are like precious stones, they should be cherished.
Mummy, mummy… We are consoled that you are resting .
1 Thess 4: 13 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope.
I thank God for the memories , pictures, legacy you left behind.
Sometimes I see a picture/post online I would have forwarded to you that would have made you smile. It is well.
You would have danced a lot at the wedding, it was awesome !! I told Ibukun that you probably would have sang a song at the reception (smiles) !! She said “you know right” and laughed.
Grandma couldn’t have gone to Tofunmi“s wedding without singing one worship song or the other (ha ha!!) Impossible !
Some memories elicit a smile, laughter, or even a tear. All the same , memories are like precious stones, they should be cherished.
Mummy, mummy… We are consoled that you are resting .
1 Thess 4: 13 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope.
July 12, 2022
July 12, 2022
Momma,
Four years later and still missing you. We have had some wonderful blessings in the family we would have given the world to have had you physically present, but Momma we felt your presence in our midst. I love you so much. Always ♥️
Four years later and still missing you. We have had some wonderful blessings in the family we would have given the world to have had you physically present, but Momma we felt your presence in our midst. I love you so much. Always ♥️
March 1, 2022
March 1, 2022
Miss you
My good friend
My mama
My good friend
My mama
July 13, 2021
July 13, 2021
My mama
The mother of mothers
My good friend and confidant
Very gentle
Very much respected
Very calm in the midst of storms
Always comforting those hurting
Helping those in need
Miss you
The mother of mothers
My good friend and confidant
Very gentle
Very much respected
Very calm in the midst of storms
Always comforting those hurting
Helping those in need
Miss you
February 16, 2021
February 16, 2021
My Darling mom,
Another year another birthday remembering you with so much love. You remain very much a part of our lives. In every celebration you are there, a part of it. In my heart, I always carry you: your words, your prayers,and oh your voice your sweet voice. I love you not any less. Happy birthday ❤️
Another year another birthday remembering you with so much love. You remain very much a part of our lives. In every celebration you are there, a part of it. In my heart, I always carry you: your words, your prayers,and oh your voice your sweet voice. I love you not any less. Happy birthday ❤️
July 12, 2020
July 12, 2020
Remembered with much love and fondness. E sun re ma.
July 12, 2020
July 12, 2020
My Dear Mom
It’s another year since you’ve been gone. We keep moving but miss you. We miss your words of wisdom, your comfort, your laugh and most especially your love. I miss you dearly now more than ever. So many things I want to tell you about. Sometimes when I sit still enough which is not often I can hear your whispers.
I am so grateful to have known your love momma, thank you for being you and more.
Continue to rest my sweet godmother❤️❤️❤️
It’s another year since you’ve been gone. We keep moving but miss you. We miss your words of wisdom, your comfort, your laugh and most especially your love. I miss you dearly now more than ever. So many things I want to tell you about. Sometimes when I sit still enough which is not often I can hear your whispers.
I am so grateful to have known your love momma, thank you for being you and more.
Continue to rest my sweet godmother❤️❤️❤️
February 17, 2020
February 17, 2020
My friend and my mum.
Remembering you and the good times we shared together.
We all think about you all the time.
You were there for everybody, always and in all ways.
For me you're just not around for now.
You always had my back and you still do.
I thank God for you.
We used to talk on the phone every day. So many things have happened since our last discussion. We got a lot of catching up to do.
You will always be my mama and my friend.
Remembering you and the good times we shared together.
We all think about you all the time.
You were there for everybody, always and in all ways.
For me you're just not around for now.
You always had my back and you still do.
I thank God for you.
We used to talk on the phone every day. So many things have happened since our last discussion. We got a lot of catching up to do.
You will always be my mama and my friend.
February 16, 2020
February 16, 2020
‘Ye mi, remembering you today, it would have been your 83rd birthday
Continue to rest on in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ. Miss you loads but thankful to God for bringing us all thus far Happy Birthday Iya...Love You forever ❤️ Give Olu a hug o
Continue to rest on in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ. Miss you loads but thankful to God for bringing us all thus far Happy Birthday Iya...Love You forever ❤️ Give Olu a hug o
July 12, 2019
July 12, 2019
My Sweet Sweet Mama❤️
‘Ye mi, it’s a year today that you exited this stage and sooo much has happened! WOW, of a truth, you were our cover, our prayer warrior, iya adura! But the faithful Jehovah continues to be our awesome God, helping us to stand in the midst of the raging storm. Supernatural Peace, Supernatural Joy, Supernatural Strength, only by His grace; Lord you are so good!
Continue to rest in peace ‘ye mi, Mama Flo, and say me hi to my dear brother, Olu, who joined you just over a month ago It is well, we continue to celebrate your lives... knowing that Jehovah is in control We continue to fight the good fight of faith, regardless, knowing that it will end in praise and His name will be glorified He is already showing His faithfulness, with victories on every side in the midst of it all; Hallelujah
Mummy, you were an amazing, strong, woman of God, who impacted positively, the lives of so many! Praise the Lord, you have deposited this in us and I commit to follow in your footsteps, even as I turn every challenge into a life experience, a stepping stone to the next level and an opportunity to encourage, support and be a blessing, unto others going through life’s challenges. By His grace, you shall look down with pride, even as I make myself useful in His hands.
(2 Cor 1:3-5). WATCH THIS SPACE MUM!.......Your Legacy Lives On!
2 Corinthians 1:3-5. The Message Version
3-5 All praise to the God and Father of our Master, Jesus the Messiah! Father of all mercy! God of all healing counsel! He comes alongside us when we go through hard times, and before you know it, he brings us alongside someone else who is going through hard times so that we can be there for that person just as God was there for us. We have plenty of hard times that come from following the Messiah, but no more so than the good times of his healing comfort—we get a full measure of that, too....
‘Ye mi, it’s a year today that you exited this stage and sooo much has happened! WOW, of a truth, you were our cover, our prayer warrior, iya adura! But the faithful Jehovah continues to be our awesome God, helping us to stand in the midst of the raging storm. Supernatural Peace, Supernatural Joy, Supernatural Strength, only by His grace; Lord you are so good!
Continue to rest in peace ‘ye mi, Mama Flo, and say me hi to my dear brother, Olu, who joined you just over a month ago It is well, we continue to celebrate your lives... knowing that Jehovah is in control We continue to fight the good fight of faith, regardless, knowing that it will end in praise and His name will be glorified He is already showing His faithfulness, with victories on every side in the midst of it all; Hallelujah
Mummy, you were an amazing, strong, woman of God, who impacted positively, the lives of so many! Praise the Lord, you have deposited this in us and I commit to follow in your footsteps, even as I turn every challenge into a life experience, a stepping stone to the next level and an opportunity to encourage, support and be a blessing, unto others going through life’s challenges. By His grace, you shall look down with pride, even as I make myself useful in His hands.
(2 Cor 1:3-5). WATCH THIS SPACE MUM!.......Your Legacy Lives On!
2 Corinthians 1:3-5. The Message Version
3-5 All praise to the God and Father of our Master, Jesus the Messiah! Father of all mercy! God of all healing counsel! He comes alongside us when we go through hard times, and before you know it, he brings us alongside someone else who is going through hard times so that we can be there for that person just as God was there for us. We have plenty of hard times that come from following the Messiah, but no more so than the good times of his healing comfort—we get a full measure of that, too....
July 12, 2019
July 12, 2019
Always love and never forgotten forever
Everyday in some small way memories of you comes our way
No farewell words were spoken no time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it and only God can tell us why
Our thoughts are ever with you, though you have passed away
Missing you is the only ache that never goes away
Everyday in some small way memories of you comes our way
No farewell words were spoken no time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it and only God can tell us why
Our thoughts are ever with you, though you have passed away
Missing you is the only ache that never goes away
July 12, 2019
July 12, 2019
Sister mi, in a few hours it will be One year since you passed suddenly into glory and we had to face the fact that we have to go on without your loving guidance and support. It has been a challenging year especially when we also had to bid one of your sons goodbye. We miss both of you deeply. You left a hole in our lives that cannot be filled. You were a gem as a sister, godly, loving, compassionate and wise. Your dear Brother Seyi and the children you left behind also miss you a lot and I know that you are looking out for them and us. The memories of our time together keep us going and we pray for grace to follow your footsteps and keep your legacy going. We love you, we miss you, continue to Rest In Peace In the bosom of the Lord.
July 9, 2019
July 9, 2019
Moma my Sweet Moma,
It will be a year in just a few days. A year of not hearing your voice say "nle o aya Dosu". It has been a roller coaster, we have had the wind knocked out of us as a family, we have cried together and prayed together. One thing we continue to learn is to lean in on each other. In the midst of all these we have also had cause to celebrate and be thankful for Gods Grace and Mercy.
I was cleaning out my old voicemails and found one from you. oh! what joy! to hear that voice again, not just as a whisper but strong like you were present, then I remember, you are always present- yes- in my heart.
I love you always my Moma
It will be a year in just a few days. A year of not hearing your voice say "nle o aya Dosu". It has been a roller coaster, we have had the wind knocked out of us as a family, we have cried together and prayed together. One thing we continue to learn is to lean in on each other. In the midst of all these we have also had cause to celebrate and be thankful for Gods Grace and Mercy.
I was cleaning out my old voicemails and found one from you. oh! what joy! to hear that voice again, not just as a whisper but strong like you were present, then I remember, you are always present- yes- in my heart.
I love you always my Moma
February 17, 2019
February 17, 2019
I believe you are happier where you are in the bossom of your saviour Jesus Christ .I missed you but not much because I am always happy seeing you in my dreams with lots of prayers and blessings which are still working for me and we still have a gists as usual but only to wake up to see that it's a dream. I missed you wishing you a wonderful post humous birthday
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
Mummy I never knew this was how it would end. We were looking forward to seeing you in a few days and then...... the news came.
I cannot fathom it. It all seems surreal. Now, all that is left are memories, pictures.....
We celebrated 70yrars, 80 years and I actually thought we will still celebrate 90 years. I thank God for your life.
Your selflessness, your zeal for God, your love for family, your patience, understanding, heavy laughter, charitable heart, your characte! You and daddy imbibed in is the knowledge that a good name is worth more than the finest gold.
I thank God that you not only saw my children but you made a huge impact in their lives. Even Olaoluwa gets excited and shouts “Grandma”, mummy see grandma”, whenever she sees your picture. She’s still too young to understand that you are gone.
Mummy, not only to all of us, but to scores of others. As the days go by, I realise how many people really saw you as Mummy; From Isolo, to Abeokuta, to Aiyepe and even outside the country.
My family and I will really miss you
The only solace is that you have transited to where there is peace, eternal rest, No worries
Phil 1:21 - For to me to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Adieu Mama
Ola Jumoke Oke
I cannot fathom it. It all seems surreal. Now, all that is left are memories, pictures.....
We celebrated 70yrars, 80 years and I actually thought we will still celebrate 90 years. I thank God for your life.
Your selflessness, your zeal for God, your love for family, your patience, understanding, heavy laughter, charitable heart, your characte! You and daddy imbibed in is the knowledge that a good name is worth more than the finest gold.
I thank God that you not only saw my children but you made a huge impact in their lives. Even Olaoluwa gets excited and shouts “Grandma”, mummy see grandma”, whenever she sees your picture. She’s still too young to understand that you are gone.
Mummy, not only to all of us, but to scores of others. As the days go by, I realise how many people really saw you as Mummy; From Isolo, to Abeokuta, to Aiyepe and even outside the country.
My family and I will really miss you
The only solace is that you have transited to where there is peace, eternal rest, No worries
Phil 1:21 - For to me to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Adieu Mama
Ola Jumoke Oke
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
Tribute by Mr and Mrs Adewale
The news of your death came to us as a shock. You were a mother to us all, kindhearted, caring and accommodating Your contribution to the children services of a church cannot measured, the youths, the choir the young mothers and the entire congregation will surely miss you. You have created a vacuum that only the Lord Almighty can fill. Our solace is that you are resting in the bosom of the Lord Jesus. Goodnight grandma, until the resurrection day.
Mr and Mrs Kayode Adewale
Holy Trinity Church, Ikereku
The news of your death came to us as a shock. You were a mother to us all, kindhearted, caring and accommodating Your contribution to the children services of a church cannot measured, the youths, the choir the young mothers and the entire congregation will surely miss you. You have created a vacuum that only the Lord Almighty can fill. Our solace is that you are resting in the bosom of the Lord Jesus. Goodnight grandma, until the resurrection day.
Mr and Mrs Kayode Adewale
Holy Trinity Church, Ikereku
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
Posted On behalf of West African College of Nursing (WACN) members
Tribute to late Mrs Modupe O Oyebolu
On behalf of the President, Council and Fellows of the WACN.
I feel humbled to write a tribute in honour of a colossus in the nursing profession.
Mrs Oyebolu’s active professional life spanned over 4 decades and continued even until death, she identified with her cherished profession every step of her life. She was a Foundation Fellow of the college in the community health nursing faculty and one of the 268 nurses that paid the foundation on which the college was built. They laid down values and the importance of working and keeping the college together.
She rose to become the Secretary General during the 1989-1991 biennium.
Fellows have different memories of her but the one thing they all have in common is that mama was a True Leader, a Fighter, a Mentor and a very resilient woman with strong ethics.
Although Octogenarians are exempted from paying dues, Mama was so magnanimous that she continued paying her dues, attending meetings and supporting the college financially until her demise. She was among the few Nigerian fellows that are in sound financial standing with the college.
To the family she left behind, we express our most sincere sympathies during this difficult time. We wish to reiterate that your wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was a highly valuable and respected fellow of the College and will be sorely missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Oyebolu’s family
We pray that her kind and gentle soul will find eternal peace with the Lord. Amen
Adieu Ma OKEDO HENRIETTA A. (MRS)
Executive Secretary, WACN
Tribute to late Mrs Modupe O Oyebolu
On behalf of the President, Council and Fellows of the WACN.
I feel humbled to write a tribute in honour of a colossus in the nursing profession.
Mrs Oyebolu’s active professional life spanned over 4 decades and continued even until death, she identified with her cherished profession every step of her life. She was a Foundation Fellow of the college in the community health nursing faculty and one of the 268 nurses that paid the foundation on which the college was built. They laid down values and the importance of working and keeping the college together.
She rose to become the Secretary General during the 1989-1991 biennium.
Fellows have different memories of her but the one thing they all have in common is that mama was a True Leader, a Fighter, a Mentor and a very resilient woman with strong ethics.
Although Octogenarians are exempted from paying dues, Mama was so magnanimous that she continued paying her dues, attending meetings and supporting the college financially until her demise. She was among the few Nigerian fellows that are in sound financial standing with the college.
To the family she left behind, we express our most sincere sympathies during this difficult time. We wish to reiterate that your wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was a highly valuable and respected fellow of the College and will be sorely missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Oyebolu’s family
We pray that her kind and gentle soul will find eternal peace with the Lord. Amen
Adieu Ma OKEDO HENRIETTA A. (MRS)
Executive Secretary, WACN
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
Posted on behalf of the below:
TRIBUTE FROM THE EGBA DIOCESAN
WOMEN ORGANISATION MARRIAGE COUNSELLING COMMITTEE
Tribute to a virtuous woman.Chief Mrs Modupe Olubola Oyebolu -Iya-Ijo Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Ikereku, Abeokuta We members of the above committee mourn the loss of our able and dependable member Vice Chairperson , Chief Mrs M O Oyebolu. She was a pillar in the committee, very resourceful and always ready to stand in for the chairperson, Chief Mrs D M Oluwunmi, whenever she was not around. Your death came as a rude shock to us because few days before your demise, we were together at the Bishops Court where we went to counsel a couple. Little did we know that that will be the last time we would see you. Despite all the shot notices given to the committee, you were always available. We members have also learnt a lot from your generous advice and contributions.
With thank God your light has shone in many homes. God made your death a painless and peaceful one. Adieu dear sister. Rest in perfect peace in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ till we meet to part no more.
Mrs CO Ogunseinde
Secretary on behalf of the committee
TRIBUTE FROM THE EGBA DIOCESAN
WOMEN ORGANISATION MARRIAGE COUNSELLING COMMITTEE
Tribute to a virtuous woman.Chief Mrs Modupe Olubola Oyebolu -Iya-Ijo Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Ikereku, Abeokuta We members of the above committee mourn the loss of our able and dependable member Vice Chairperson , Chief Mrs M O Oyebolu. She was a pillar in the committee, very resourceful and always ready to stand in for the chairperson, Chief Mrs D M Oluwunmi, whenever she was not around. Your death came as a rude shock to us because few days before your demise, we were together at the Bishops Court where we went to counsel a couple. Little did we know that that will be the last time we would see you. Despite all the shot notices given to the committee, you were always available. We members have also learnt a lot from your generous advice and contributions.
With thank God your light has shone in many homes. God made your death a painless and peaceful one. Adieu dear sister. Rest in perfect peace in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ till we meet to part no more.
Mrs CO Ogunseinde
Secretary on behalf of the committee
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
TRIBUTE TO MY MOTHER
I thank God for the time spent with my mother and my friend.
On 30th June 2018, my son and I went to spend some time with my parents and his grandparents. I had told her we will come in the first or second week in June and she said whatever time we come is alright with her. I later changed the date to Saturday 30th June. We spent 11 days with her going to the market together and going to clean the church on Saturday.
It was one of the longest times I’ve stayed in Abeokuta at a stretch. In the evening of Tuesday 10th July the night before we left for Lagos, grandpa popped a bottle of champagne and the four of us toasted to my son who was travelling in about two weeks.
We left Abeokuta the following day, Wednesday, July 11. I sent my mum a text to let her know we had gotten to Lagos safely and as usual she replied.
The next day I called her at about 6:30 pm and surprisingly my dad answered the phone and said she was with the physiotherapist. I said I will call her later. Little did I know that at the time I called her at 6:30 pm, she was getting ready to go on a journey.
We talk on the phone every day. If she doesn’t hear from me by the evening of any day she’ll call and say, “what happened, are you in Lagos?” If I also don’t hear from her by the evening of any day I will call her and mimic her and ask, “what happened, are you in Abeokuta?” She will laugh and say, “I’m in Abeokuta o”
My mum is a loving, caring, kind, gentle and compassionate person. Always ready to lend a helping hand to everyone who comes her way. She is loved by everyone and a lot of people see her as their mother. I have so many adopted siblings, most of them I do not know.
I look forward to seeing you again, my mamma and my friend, we have a lot to catch up on. I haven’t heard from you in weeks. What happened, are you still in Abeokuta?
I thank God for the time spent with my mother and my friend.
On 30th June 2018, my son and I went to spend some time with my parents and his grandparents. I had told her we will come in the first or second week in June and she said whatever time we come is alright with her. I later changed the date to Saturday 30th June. We spent 11 days with her going to the market together and going to clean the church on Saturday.
It was one of the longest times I’ve stayed in Abeokuta at a stretch. In the evening of Tuesday 10th July the night before we left for Lagos, grandpa popped a bottle of champagne and the four of us toasted to my son who was travelling in about two weeks.
We left Abeokuta the following day, Wednesday, July 11. I sent my mum a text to let her know we had gotten to Lagos safely and as usual she replied.
The next day I called her at about 6:30 pm and surprisingly my dad answered the phone and said she was with the physiotherapist. I said I will call her later. Little did I know that at the time I called her at 6:30 pm, she was getting ready to go on a journey.
We talk on the phone every day. If she doesn’t hear from me by the evening of any day she’ll call and say, “what happened, are you in Lagos?” If I also don’t hear from her by the evening of any day I will call her and mimic her and ask, “what happened, are you in Abeokuta?” She will laugh and say, “I’m in Abeokuta o”
My mum is a loving, caring, kind, gentle and compassionate person. Always ready to lend a helping hand to everyone who comes her way. She is loved by everyone and a lot of people see her as their mother. I have so many adopted siblings, most of them I do not know.
I look forward to seeing you again, my mamma and my friend, we have a lot to catch up on. I haven’t heard from you in weeks. What happened, are you still in Abeokuta?
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
My sweet godmom, here we are marking your birthday without you. It’s hard not to be making the call to wish you a happy birthday today.
I thank God for all the precious memories I have of and with you.
I miss you more than words can express.
Rest on dearest Mom
I thank God for all the precious memories I have of and with you.
I miss you more than words can express.
Rest on dearest Mom
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
Written last year (posting on behalf of my dad)
It is with a heavy heart that I have to write this tribute in respect of my dear and loving wife Chief (Mrs) Modupe Olubola Oyebolu, J.P. who passed away to the great beyond on that Black Thursday, the 12th day of July, 2018. I had always wished that she should succeed me in life, since I am older than her and because I had envisaged that life without her, will be quite rough for me.
I have already started experiencing what I predicted since her demise; things have not been the same for me as before, as I keep complaining about everything around me.
Our marriage of over fifty six (56) years has been generally marked with success, peace, progress, love, understanding and mutual respect for each other. Dupe had been a caring wife, a loving mother and a dependable partner of repute.
She is a good team leader, generally loved and respected by her friends, relations and colleagues. She was kind, tolerant, honest, respectful, loving and had the ability to get on with virtually everybody in any human environment. In fact, I will need to write a book on this woman of honour, integrity and distinction, to enable me fully enumerate her qualities.
Finally, my darling wife, I will miss you. In fact, I have started missing you already. My dear Ayinke, sleep well in the bosom of the Lord until we meet to part no more,
It is with a heavy heart that I have to write this tribute in respect of my dear and loving wife Chief (Mrs) Modupe Olubola Oyebolu, J.P. who passed away to the great beyond on that Black Thursday, the 12th day of July, 2018. I had always wished that she should succeed me in life, since I am older than her and because I had envisaged that life without her, will be quite rough for me.
I have already started experiencing what I predicted since her demise; things have not been the same for me as before, as I keep complaining about everything around me.
Our marriage of over fifty six (56) years has been generally marked with success, peace, progress, love, understanding and mutual respect for each other. Dupe had been a caring wife, a loving mother and a dependable partner of repute.
She is a good team leader, generally loved and respected by her friends, relations and colleagues. She was kind, tolerant, honest, respectful, loving and had the ability to get on with virtually everybody in any human environment. In fact, I will need to write a book on this woman of honour, integrity and distinction, to enable me fully enumerate her qualities.
Finally, my darling wife, I will miss you. In fact, I have started missing you already. My dear Ayinke, sleep well in the bosom of the Lord until we meet to part no more,
February 16, 2019
February 16, 2019
Feb 16 2019 - You would have been 82 today. I'm sure you're having an awesome time up there with Baba God the King of Kings and the Lord Lords:-)
Happy Birthday Y'emi. Remembering you today and celebrating your life.
It's been a hard 6 months after your funeral, I didn't realise your passing would hit me so hard. I've had so many downs in that time - anger, frustration, exasperation, sadness, feeling let down, losing the will to do stuff, feeling we had unfinished business, everything just wrapped up in one because I was missing you soo badly and wanted to see you just one more time!
But I know I have so much to thank God for and I am so grateful to Him for your life, very well spent in service to God and mankind. You left an awesome, outstanding legacy Iyajo. about 70 Priests attending your funeral....WOW, you weren't even a Priest/Rev/Pastor!!! o ga o. So many came to pay their last respects to you, from far and near- over 1200 of us were present. The awesome stories of the unbelievable impact you made in the lives of so many was just mind-blowing.
I was so proud to be your daughter. More importantly, it made me reflect on life and emphasised the importance of being who God has called us to be and fulfilling our purpose in life; walking in His will for us, being a blessing unto others and serving Him till the very end, regardless of people or what life throws at us. Your own life totally mirrored all of the above. I will spend today looking through the Celebration of Life Programme which was full of so many tributes from those who loved you and whose life you impacted, greatly. I will post here today, as many of those tributes as I can, in celebration of your life.
Your life will forever be an inspiration to me even as I press on towards the mark of His high calling.
Continue to rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ M'aami.
I LOVE YOU FOREVER AND MISS YOU SOOO MUCH! SUN RE O.
Happy Birthday Y'emi. Remembering you today and celebrating your life.
It's been a hard 6 months after your funeral, I didn't realise your passing would hit me so hard. I've had so many downs in that time - anger, frustration, exasperation, sadness, feeling let down, losing the will to do stuff, feeling we had unfinished business, everything just wrapped up in one because I was missing you soo badly and wanted to see you just one more time!
But I know I have so much to thank God for and I am so grateful to Him for your life, very well spent in service to God and mankind. You left an awesome, outstanding legacy Iyajo. about 70 Priests attending your funeral....WOW, you weren't even a Priest/Rev/Pastor!!! o ga o. So many came to pay their last respects to you, from far and near- over 1200 of us were present. The awesome stories of the unbelievable impact you made in the lives of so many was just mind-blowing.
I was so proud to be your daughter. More importantly, it made me reflect on life and emphasised the importance of being who God has called us to be and fulfilling our purpose in life; walking in His will for us, being a blessing unto others and serving Him till the very end, regardless of people or what life throws at us. Your own life totally mirrored all of the above. I will spend today looking through the Celebration of Life Programme which was full of so many tributes from those who loved you and whose life you impacted, greatly. I will post here today, as many of those tributes as I can, in celebration of your life.
Your life will forever be an inspiration to me even as I press on towards the mark of His high calling.
Continue to rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ M'aami.
I LOVE YOU FOREVER AND MISS YOU SOOO MUCH! SUN RE O.
August 16, 2018
August 16, 2018
Mums are very special people, I am sorry for the loss of such a valuable person in your lives. May the memories of her give you the same feelings of love you felt when she was alive.
God called home an angel.
God called home an angel.
August 15, 2018
August 15, 2018
As lovers of Mum Modupe Oyebolu are running up and down to ensure that her remains is given a befitting burial ,I pray that God will grant all journey mercies and the family too every Grace needed .
August 13, 2018
August 13, 2018
Mummy Oyebolu, your memory will for ever remain with us.A foundation member of the West African College of Nursing(WACN). A loving woman .A mother who loved to see the younger ones aspiring to be at the top.Believe me she would do everything humanly possible to encourage you to be where you wish to be if you really merit it.May the loving soul of Chief(Mrs)Oyebolu and the souls of all members of the WACN and all our benefactors that have died rest in perfect peace. Amen.May God forgive you all your sins and be merciful to grant you eternal rest Mama Modupe Oyebolu, I will continue to pray always for the repose of your soul. Rest in Peace mama oninure,a won to dara fun,to ntun fe ko dara fun omo elomiran.meaning(People that will always like the less privileged to achieve.)
August 11, 2018
August 11, 2018
We will for ever miss you,Great Grand Mum as I used to call you.We love you Mum but God loves you more.Our great mentor and loving Mum I pray that your gentle & dear soul will rest in Peace.
August 11, 2018
August 11, 2018
Tears flow from my eyes this afternoon when grandma was not physically around to receive the good news of the success of her grandchildren that went to represent Egba Diocese for the Provincial Essay competition where the representative of S.S.S3 came first out of 14 Diocese and the representative of J.S.S3 came first and Our baby that Represented Pry 6 came third , oh I missed you Grandma
August 11, 2018
August 11, 2018
I remember with fondness the times spent in Mama Oyebolu's house in Okeho, Isolo visiting my friend .
She always received me with so much warmth, as she did with all the other youngsters who came to her home.
I still remember with fondness the way she responded to my greetings.
May the Lord Comfort and Strengthen her family. Mama will be missed by us all.
She always received me with so much warmth, as she did with all the other youngsters who came to her home.
I still remember with fondness the way she responded to my greetings.
May the Lord Comfort and Strengthen her family. Mama will be missed by us all.
August 10, 2018
August 10, 2018
FOREVER MISSED:
For a duel to death, is not riding in the nude on a mule. It is pouring new fuel on a furious fire.
A quintessential and virtuous lady has just returned to where she came from, for ALL the rivers run unto the place from where they come (Eccl. 1:7).
Chief (Mrs) MODUPE OLUBOLA OYEBOLU passed on suddenly after 81 years sojourn on earth with no prior illness, was highly respected by all whose life she touched despite being soft spoken
Adieu.
For a duel to death, is not riding in the nude on a mule. It is pouring new fuel on a furious fire.
A quintessential and virtuous lady has just returned to where she came from, for ALL the rivers run unto the place from where they come (Eccl. 1:7).
Chief (Mrs) MODUPE OLUBOLA OYEBOLU passed on suddenly after 81 years sojourn on earth with no prior illness, was highly respected by all whose life she touched despite being soft spoken
Adieu.
August 9, 2018
August 9, 2018
TRIBUTE TO A DARLING MOTHER, MENTOR, FOUNDATION FELLOW WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF NURSERING AND THE FIRST SECRETARY GENERAL WACN SUBREGION
Just like yesterday in the year 2003 when Prof. [Mrs] Grace Sokoya [PHD, RN] introduced me to mummy Oyebolu at her resident, then the commissioner’s quarters as a newly admitted Fellow of West African College of Nursing [WACN] in Ghana. Mama was a huge part of my success as a Fellow of the college as she encouraged me to attend meetings both at Lagos, South west and other West African countries during [BGM].
Mama wish for all follows is to aspire high to occupy executive positions at all levels in the college.
By the special grace of God, I was the assistant secretary of WACN Lagos Ogun under the chairmanship of Late [Mrs] Erinosho from 2003 – 2006 and also the Secretary of WACN Ogun while mama was the Chairman between 2003–2006. Many brilliant and successful workshops were organized during our tenure.
I cannot forget the tutorial and encouragement mama give me which lead to the great success of my tenure in office in the year 2012- 2014 when I was the Nigeria Chapter Chairman of my Faculty, Faculty of Administration Management and Education [ FAME].
Little did we know that mama will leave us soon, when my husband and I visited her about two weeks before her demise. She was resplendent and full of life. We discussed about moving WACN Lagos/ Ogun forward. She prepared PANKEKE and minerals for us.
Oh oo! Mummy was an epitome of Hospitality, Humility and Godliness. Her heart of gold, her pool of wisdom of motherly advice, affectionate and maturity approaches to issues would be greatly missed by all.
On behalf of my husband and my children, I say Adieu Mama, Continue to rest in the bosom of your Lord and Saviour.
Deaconess Sogbein C.F [FWACN]
Just like yesterday in the year 2003 when Prof. [Mrs] Grace Sokoya [PHD, RN] introduced me to mummy Oyebolu at her resident, then the commissioner’s quarters as a newly admitted Fellow of West African College of Nursing [WACN] in Ghana. Mama was a huge part of my success as a Fellow of the college as she encouraged me to attend meetings both at Lagos, South west and other West African countries during [BGM].
Mama wish for all follows is to aspire high to occupy executive positions at all levels in the college.
By the special grace of God, I was the assistant secretary of WACN Lagos Ogun under the chairmanship of Late [Mrs] Erinosho from 2003 – 2006 and also the Secretary of WACN Ogun while mama was the Chairman between 2003–2006. Many brilliant and successful workshops were organized during our tenure.
I cannot forget the tutorial and encouragement mama give me which lead to the great success of my tenure in office in the year 2012- 2014 when I was the Nigeria Chapter Chairman of my Faculty, Faculty of Administration Management and Education [ FAME].
Little did we know that mama will leave us soon, when my husband and I visited her about two weeks before her demise. She was resplendent and full of life. We discussed about moving WACN Lagos/ Ogun forward. She prepared PANKEKE and minerals for us.
Oh oo! Mummy was an epitome of Hospitality, Humility and Godliness. Her heart of gold, her pool of wisdom of motherly advice, affectionate and maturity approaches to issues would be greatly missed by all.
On behalf of my husband and my children, I say Adieu Mama, Continue to rest in the bosom of your Lord and Saviour.
Deaconess Sogbein C.F [FWACN]
August 6, 2018
August 6, 2018
I was shocked beyond words with the news of the passing onto Glory of our beloved Mama Oyebolu,Mother of mothers,Mother of fathers,Mother of many children,Who suddenly without warning, was taken away from us all.
She was a true definition of Christian Mother, a woman that feared the Lord, a lover of God, a woman of prayer and faith, gentle, peaceful, full of love, caring, kindhearted, warm, generous and a blessing to Many...Mama Oyebolu was incredibly kind. ‘The law of kindness’ was boldly writing in her heart, and therefore on her tongue and in all her facial expressions,infact I have the right to call her "Jesus Christ incarnate" She was a loving mother to all, not only to her children and family. To the children department Holy Trinity church Ikereku, she was a "motivation" to us to always have the mind of coming home with accolades in any quiz competition... can't forget sometimes in 2008,myself and few others from the children's department of ikereku went for Bible quiz @ one church in ibara, twas on a Saturday,we had earlier plan to branch at her house and say hello after the quiz but we felt reluctant after the quiz cuz our performance was not encouraging to us,but Bro. Dipo Ogungbe insist and encourage us to visit the family. Lucky for us we met Baba and Mama Oyebolu at home that day, they were glad to see us they received us with smiles, it took mama no time to notice our mood,we gave her a verbal reports of the Bible quiz,she went inside, brought biscuits and chin chin,with soft drinks. She cheered us up and encourage us to prepare for the coming ones she also(Bless) prayed with us that day. Daddy Oyebolu shake hands with us and gave us each #500 new notes (you know what that means to us then,its equivalent to a million dollars in this age)( smile).
Grandma! as you have joined the heavenly cloud of witnesses (Heb.12:1) beholding us and our actions on earth by the grace of God,you shall not be disappointed.
For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son. That whosoever trusts in Him shall not perish, but have "EVERLASTING LIFE".
Therein lies the destiny of MAMA 'MODUPE OYEBOLU! and it’s the destiny of all who have trusted in the Savior, the Lord Jesus.Goodnight Mama OYEBOLU (IYA IJO)
She was a true definition of Christian Mother, a woman that feared the Lord, a lover of God, a woman of prayer and faith, gentle, peaceful, full of love, caring, kindhearted, warm, generous and a blessing to Many...Mama Oyebolu was incredibly kind. ‘The law of kindness’ was boldly writing in her heart, and therefore on her tongue and in all her facial expressions,infact I have the right to call her "Jesus Christ incarnate" She was a loving mother to all, not only to her children and family. To the children department Holy Trinity church Ikereku, she was a "motivation" to us to always have the mind of coming home with accolades in any quiz competition... can't forget sometimes in 2008,myself and few others from the children's department of ikereku went for Bible quiz @ one church in ibara, twas on a Saturday,we had earlier plan to branch at her house and say hello after the quiz but we felt reluctant after the quiz cuz our performance was not encouraging to us,but Bro. Dipo Ogungbe insist and encourage us to visit the family. Lucky for us we met Baba and Mama Oyebolu at home that day, they were glad to see us they received us with smiles, it took mama no time to notice our mood,we gave her a verbal reports of the Bible quiz,she went inside, brought biscuits and chin chin,with soft drinks. She cheered us up and encourage us to prepare for the coming ones she also(Bless) prayed with us that day. Daddy Oyebolu shake hands with us and gave us each #500 new notes (you know what that means to us then,its equivalent to a million dollars in this age)( smile).
Grandma! as you have joined the heavenly cloud of witnesses (Heb.12:1) beholding us and our actions on earth by the grace of God,you shall not be disappointed.
For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son. That whosoever trusts in Him shall not perish, but have "EVERLASTING LIFE".
Therein lies the destiny of MAMA 'MODUPE OYEBOLU! and it’s the destiny of all who have trusted in the Savior, the Lord Jesus.Goodnight Mama OYEBOLU (IYA IJO)
August 5, 2018
August 5, 2018
I just think that I would share some loving memories about grandma again. Grandma is a woman who did everything in her capacity to give my family the best for this I am very grateful. Grandma would never joked with church issues expectially the women organization issues she was in the church Saturday before the Ordination service to make sure that everything was in order she joined to clean the pew and as usual with snacks for refreshment's nothing was too small to give and nothing was too big to give out giving has been her lifestyle ,the very essence of God there was no work no labour too tiring you remained strong till the very end to God alone be all the glory my greatest joy and confidence is we will meet to part no more
August 5, 2018
August 5, 2018
What a rude shock as I got the news of your transition to glory, but all thanks to God. Knowing you was a great privilege to me and my family. Your love, kindness and generosity is one of a kind. Thank you auntie mi, as I called you.
As a first born, I learnt a whole lot from you. Your love and sacrifices to every one that came your way, including me and the joy with which you reached out, I can never forget. Thank you auntie mi. I can never forget you.
I remember the days of CODISA (COMMITTEE FOR THE DISABLED) in the Chapel of The Healing Cross. Your zeal in serving, your great motivation of members and organization skills were simply awesome.
I will miss you greatly. It's been hard keeping regular contact with you since you relocated to Abeokuta. I took for granted that my beloved auntie is always there. I miss you ma and I love you.
Continue to rest and praise in the presence of your Father whom you loved and serve with great partion.
As a first born, I learnt a whole lot from you. Your love and sacrifices to every one that came your way, including me and the joy with which you reached out, I can never forget. Thank you auntie mi. I can never forget you.
I remember the days of CODISA (COMMITTEE FOR THE DISABLED) in the Chapel of The Healing Cross. Your zeal in serving, your great motivation of members and organization skills were simply awesome.
I will miss you greatly. It's been hard keeping regular contact with you since you relocated to Abeokuta. I took for granted that my beloved auntie is always there. I miss you ma and I love you.
Continue to rest and praise in the presence of your Father whom you loved and serve with great partion.
August 5, 2018
August 5, 2018
As I finally write this, after several difficult attempts, I am forced to face the reality of your passing. I knew you were getting up there in age but it never crossed my mind that you could be gone so soon after we celebrated your 80th birthday. I was hoping for at least 10 more years together. But it was not to be.
I thank God for you. You were so vibrant and full of life. A wonderful example of what it means to be a godly woman; a sister, a friend a wife and a mother. I'm glad you were my sister. Your love and care for me and my family were unparalleled. It was always a joy to talk to you, even though many of your phone calls aroused me from sleep with "iyawo Dada, o yi nsun ni?". Thank you for your many prayers and godly counsel. You were truly a godly influence in my life. Your support and encouragement during Funmi's fight for her life was more than appreciated. You were with us every step of the way. You helped me see the light at the end of the tunnel when it was all dark around us. I thank God that Funmi and Joke, " a.k.a "the ladies", to you, were there for your celebration. To God be the glory.
You may not have known this, you were more than a sister to me, you were also my mother, a roll you joyfully stepped into with the passing of our mother. I enjoyed being your baby sister, with all its privileges, which in love, you allowed me take full advantage of and I loved you for it.
I miss you greatly and I thank God that this is not how it all ends.
You have returned to the One who gave you life, the lover of your soul; the One you loved and in whose name you loved and served others around you. You are now rejoicing in His presence, singing songs of praise and worship like you did when you were here so much so that you compiled a book of hymns and choruses to commemorate your birthday. So its not difficult to imagine you doing this right now in His presence.
Since we believers have this hope of resurrection, we will not grieve your loss like those without hope. As a result, I choose to say and sing like I know you would, through tears and all "To God be the glory, Great things He has done".
I love you.
I thank God for you. You were so vibrant and full of life. A wonderful example of what it means to be a godly woman; a sister, a friend a wife and a mother. I'm glad you were my sister. Your love and care for me and my family were unparalleled. It was always a joy to talk to you, even though many of your phone calls aroused me from sleep with "iyawo Dada, o yi nsun ni?". Thank you for your many prayers and godly counsel. You were truly a godly influence in my life. Your support and encouragement during Funmi's fight for her life was more than appreciated. You were with us every step of the way. You helped me see the light at the end of the tunnel when it was all dark around us. I thank God that Funmi and Joke, " a.k.a "the ladies", to you, were there for your celebration. To God be the glory.
You may not have known this, you were more than a sister to me, you were also my mother, a roll you joyfully stepped into with the passing of our mother. I enjoyed being your baby sister, with all its privileges, which in love, you allowed me take full advantage of and I loved you for it.
I miss you greatly and I thank God that this is not how it all ends.
You have returned to the One who gave you life, the lover of your soul; the One you loved and in whose name you loved and served others around you. You are now rejoicing in His presence, singing songs of praise and worship like you did when you were here so much so that you compiled a book of hymns and choruses to commemorate your birthday. So its not difficult to imagine you doing this right now in His presence.
Since we believers have this hope of resurrection, we will not grieve your loss like those without hope. As a result, I choose to say and sing like I know you would, through tears and all "To God be the glory, Great things He has done".
I love you.
August 5, 2018
August 5, 2018
She was to us more than a mother!
A tribute to Late Chief (Mrs) Modupe Oyebolu – Mummy Isolo.
As I stepped out of the meeting and received the phone call, what I heard was ‘Sister mi ‘Mummy Abeokuta is dead’. At first, it did not strike me that ‘Mummy Isolo’, a name we had often called her for many years, was the one being referred to. When the reality of the message hit home, I stared into space reflecting on the events of several years gone-by.
Words will fail me in an attempt to describe my eldest sister whom we called Mummy Isolo. She was for us more than a mother. She was a pillar of support; ever-present; ever protective and ever passionate and resolute in her commitment to seeing that we achieved the highest excellence in our life’s pursuits.
I remember vividly how after the death of Father (Daddy), she assured me that if we were ready, the family will see to it that our education progressed uninterrupted. True to her words, I became more or less her adopted son whilst I was studying at the University of Ife. She never discriminated between me and Dapo and Olumide her biological children with whom I attended the same University. Whatever she gave them, I got my own fair share. When I qualified as a lawyer at my call to the bar ceremony she was there as usual as a pillar of support
But for her dogged trust and unwavering support, I probably would not have risen to this point in life. Her faith in me and my siblings threw a force behind me urging me in the pathway of success. I remember with nostalgia the key role she played when I got married, and now I understand why it is often said that ‘It is hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember’
When I had my name change from Sangonuga to Ephraim-Oluwanuga, she felt saddened but like a mother that she is, she loosened up and drew us close.
Little did I know that that visit to her Early this year in Abeokuta after a programme will be my last time of seeing her. Perhaps, if only I had known I would have hugged her, thanking her for all she did for me, for us, for the family, and for all.
Mummy Isolo, no doubt that you will forever be evergreen in our hearts. My wife and children will miss you deeply. Like the popular saying, “the Song may be over but the memories linger on”. Your Life was indeed a blessing; your memory a treasure; you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Good night Mummy Isolo.
Sola Ephraim-Oluwanuga, mni
A tribute to Late Chief (Mrs) Modupe Oyebolu – Mummy Isolo.
As I stepped out of the meeting and received the phone call, what I heard was ‘Sister mi ‘Mummy Abeokuta is dead’. At first, it did not strike me that ‘Mummy Isolo’, a name we had often called her for many years, was the one being referred to. When the reality of the message hit home, I stared into space reflecting on the events of several years gone-by.
Words will fail me in an attempt to describe my eldest sister whom we called Mummy Isolo. She was for us more than a mother. She was a pillar of support; ever-present; ever protective and ever passionate and resolute in her commitment to seeing that we achieved the highest excellence in our life’s pursuits.
I remember vividly how after the death of Father (Daddy), she assured me that if we were ready, the family will see to it that our education progressed uninterrupted. True to her words, I became more or less her adopted son whilst I was studying at the University of Ife. She never discriminated between me and Dapo and Olumide her biological children with whom I attended the same University. Whatever she gave them, I got my own fair share. When I qualified as a lawyer at my call to the bar ceremony she was there as usual as a pillar of support
But for her dogged trust and unwavering support, I probably would not have risen to this point in life. Her faith in me and my siblings threw a force behind me urging me in the pathway of success. I remember with nostalgia the key role she played when I got married, and now I understand why it is often said that ‘It is hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember’
When I had my name change from Sangonuga to Ephraim-Oluwanuga, she felt saddened but like a mother that she is, she loosened up and drew us close.
Little did I know that that visit to her Early this year in Abeokuta after a programme will be my last time of seeing her. Perhaps, if only I had known I would have hugged her, thanking her for all she did for me, for us, for the family, and for all.
Mummy Isolo, no doubt that you will forever be evergreen in our hearts. My wife and children will miss you deeply. Like the popular saying, “the Song may be over but the memories linger on”. Your Life was indeed a blessing; your memory a treasure; you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Good night Mummy Isolo.
Sola Ephraim-Oluwanuga, mni
August 4, 2018
August 4, 2018
Ha !
What kind of shocking news !
...it was the big blow of the year.
A Sister in Christ called me on the phone to sympathise with me, not knowing that she was breaking the sad news to me.
It was a big blow
...unbearable news
...difficult to believe
God is great
We met in 1956 at the School of Nursing University College Hospital Ibadan and immediately bonded like sisters.
Our families thereafter united and grew into one big family.
We still had a good time together in May this year.
Good bye and God bless my good Sister.
May God give you eternal rest and may your soul continuously rest in Perfect Peace with our Heavenly Father, Amen.
Mrs. Bisi Gbajumo
What kind of shocking news !
...it was the big blow of the year.
A Sister in Christ called me on the phone to sympathise with me, not knowing that she was breaking the sad news to me.
It was a big blow
...unbearable news
...difficult to believe
God is great
We met in 1956 at the School of Nursing University College Hospital Ibadan and immediately bonded like sisters.
Our families thereafter united and grew into one big family.
We still had a good time together in May this year.
Good bye and God bless my good Sister.
May God give you eternal rest and may your soul continuously rest in Perfect Peace with our Heavenly Father, Amen.
Mrs. Bisi Gbajumo
August 4, 2018
August 4, 2018
From Mrs. P. O. Okunoren
Tribute to a caring friend of little children and adults alike.
Mrs Modupe Oyebolu (nee Songonuga).
I came in contact with her in 1971 when I was posted to Oke Arin Health Centre in 1971 as a Pharmacist in charge of the Pharmacy department. She was in charge of the children's department of the health care section. She was friendly both to staff and distressed mothers with their sick babies. Very cool and caring, mothers loved her because she would assure them not to panic or cry of their sick babies. She was full of energy doing her ward rounds. Very charming, full of energy, always smiling and ready to help if there was a need to do so. She introduced me to the best goldsmith in town then. Very kind and generous. She will be missed by her husband, children, grandchildren friends and Songonuga family being the most senior In her father's household. She has fought a good fight, she has finished her race and a crown of life is waiting for her. She loved God and man. May her soul rest in peace amen. Mrs. P. O. Okunoren ('Ye Tayo), the name given to me by her in Ijebu dialect when we first met in 1971.
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From Temitayo
True! A friend of children indeed. Mrs. Oyebolu's house was the very first house I agreed to go to spend a holiday. This was because she was always so warm and friendly whenever she saw me. At a particular period during my childhood, I saw her practically every day because she and my mother both worked in the same hospital. I became friends with her daughter, Folake, through Mrs. Oyebolu and we've maintained that friendship till this day. I'm glad that I spent some time with her on her 80th birthday.
I pray for God's comfort for her entire family, in Jesus' Name. Amen.
Temitayo Okunoren-Makindipe
Tribute to a caring friend of little children and adults alike.
Mrs Modupe Oyebolu (nee Songonuga).
I came in contact with her in 1971 when I was posted to Oke Arin Health Centre in 1971 as a Pharmacist in charge of the Pharmacy department. She was in charge of the children's department of the health care section. She was friendly both to staff and distressed mothers with their sick babies. Very cool and caring, mothers loved her because she would assure them not to panic or cry of their sick babies. She was full of energy doing her ward rounds. Very charming, full of energy, always smiling and ready to help if there was a need to do so. She introduced me to the best goldsmith in town then. Very kind and generous. She will be missed by her husband, children, grandchildren friends and Songonuga family being the most senior In her father's household. She has fought a good fight, she has finished her race and a crown of life is waiting for her. She loved God and man. May her soul rest in peace amen. Mrs. P. O. Okunoren ('Ye Tayo), the name given to me by her in Ijebu dialect when we first met in 1971.
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From Temitayo
True! A friend of children indeed. Mrs. Oyebolu's house was the very first house I agreed to go to spend a holiday. This was because she was always so warm and friendly whenever she saw me. At a particular period during my childhood, I saw her practically every day because she and my mother both worked in the same hospital. I became friends with her daughter, Folake, through Mrs. Oyebolu and we've maintained that friendship till this day. I'm glad that I spent some time with her on her 80th birthday.
I pray for God's comfort for her entire family, in Jesus' Name. Amen.
Temitayo Okunoren-Makindipe
August 3, 2018
August 3, 2018
TRIBUTE TO A VIRTUOUS WOMAN FOR A LIFE WELL SPENT: MRS. ‘DUPE OYEBOLU
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary, edited by E.M. Kirkpatrick, defines DEATH as: state of being dead: extinction or cessation of life: manner of dying: mortality, spiritual blessedness etc etc.
Each of the above dictionary meanings, apart from spiritual blessedness, which applies to the christian, who truly accepts that this world is only a temporally abode; that death is the entrance passage to his/her everlasting home, with God, in heaven. All the others, about what death is, leave a bitter/unpleasant taste in the mouth. The truth is that it is the inevitable price that all of us, mortals, owe our creator and must pay. Unfortunately, certain as it is – its certainty as to its exact time is a secret, kept from all mortals and only known to the Almighty, our creator!
As W.C Doane puts it, in his immortal essay on death:
“We are too stupid about death.
We will not learn.
It is wages paid to those who earn;
How it is the gift for which on earth we yearn,
To be set free from the bondage of the flesh;
How it is the turning seed corn into grain;
How it is winning Heaven’s eternal gain,
How it means freedom evermore from pain
How it untangles every mortal messh.
We are too selfish about death.
We count our grief far more than we consider their relief,
When the Great Reaper gathers in the sheaf.
No more to know the season’s constant change;
And we forget that it means only life
Life with all rest, peace, joy and glory rife
The victory won and/ended all the strife,
And Heaven no longer far away or strange”.
- W.C Doane
Yes, dear friends, our loss – indeed, irreparable loss - is Heaven’s great gain.
Our dearest Modupe Oyebolu is now at peace - in the bossom of her creator-our creator, reaping all the fruits of her labour – on earth, awaiting the great Rapture – when we shall all meet – to part no more!.
The various ways she favourably impacted our lives directly or indirectly- with sweet memories – which will linger on until we meet, again – at the feet of Jesus.
‘Dupe is not dead in the ordinary dictionary sense of the word. No.
While “Some people”, according to Henry Van Dyke –‘are so afraid to die, that they never begin to live”. The ‘Dupe Oyebolu that we all knew – lived her life in such a way as to be looking forward to meet her maker-even at the shortest notice.
She won the hearts of those she met on life’s pathway, and favuorably enriched their lives with her infectious smile that was devoid of any affectation.
The anguish which we felt at her rude and shocking demise, was only because of its apparent suddenness-leaving no room for even as much as a word of farewell. But this is because we refuse to learn. Death has never changed its mode of striking without notice. It will come when it will come and without notice. The unpalatable lesson, we, therefore, must learn is to heed the admonition of the words of the Psalmist, which in Psalm 90:12 Says:
“So, (Lord) “teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom”.
Adieu Dupe, aya Barr. ‘Seyi Oyebolu – Rest in perfect peace – in the bossom of your creator.
Prince J.A.A Adebayo
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary, edited by E.M. Kirkpatrick, defines DEATH as: state of being dead: extinction or cessation of life: manner of dying: mortality, spiritual blessedness etc etc.
Each of the above dictionary meanings, apart from spiritual blessedness, which applies to the christian, who truly accepts that this world is only a temporally abode; that death is the entrance passage to his/her everlasting home, with God, in heaven. All the others, about what death is, leave a bitter/unpleasant taste in the mouth. The truth is that it is the inevitable price that all of us, mortals, owe our creator and must pay. Unfortunately, certain as it is – its certainty as to its exact time is a secret, kept from all mortals and only known to the Almighty, our creator!
As W.C Doane puts it, in his immortal essay on death:
“We are too stupid about death.
We will not learn.
It is wages paid to those who earn;
How it is the gift for which on earth we yearn,
To be set free from the bondage of the flesh;
How it is the turning seed corn into grain;
How it is winning Heaven’s eternal gain,
How it means freedom evermore from pain
How it untangles every mortal messh.
We are too selfish about death.
We count our grief far more than we consider their relief,
When the Great Reaper gathers in the sheaf.
No more to know the season’s constant change;
And we forget that it means only life
Life with all rest, peace, joy and glory rife
The victory won and/ended all the strife,
And Heaven no longer far away or strange”.
- W.C Doane
Yes, dear friends, our loss – indeed, irreparable loss - is Heaven’s great gain.
Our dearest Modupe Oyebolu is now at peace - in the bossom of her creator-our creator, reaping all the fruits of her labour – on earth, awaiting the great Rapture – when we shall all meet – to part no more!.
The various ways she favourably impacted our lives directly or indirectly- with sweet memories – which will linger on until we meet, again – at the feet of Jesus.
‘Dupe is not dead in the ordinary dictionary sense of the word. No.
While “Some people”, according to Henry Van Dyke –‘are so afraid to die, that they never begin to live”. The ‘Dupe Oyebolu that we all knew – lived her life in such a way as to be looking forward to meet her maker-even at the shortest notice.
She won the hearts of those she met on life’s pathway, and favuorably enriched their lives with her infectious smile that was devoid of any affectation.
The anguish which we felt at her rude and shocking demise, was only because of its apparent suddenness-leaving no room for even as much as a word of farewell. But this is because we refuse to learn. Death has never changed its mode of striking without notice. It will come when it will come and without notice. The unpalatable lesson, we, therefore, must learn is to heed the admonition of the words of the Psalmist, which in Psalm 90:12 Says:
“So, (Lord) “teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom”.
Adieu Dupe, aya Barr. ‘Seyi Oyebolu – Rest in perfect peace – in the bossom of your creator.
Prince J.A.A Adebayo
August 2, 2018
August 2, 2018
My grandma was a very peaceful woman of God. She shared love with others. She taught us to be great children of God.
I enjoyed visits to Abeokuta when we would spend time with Grandma and Grandpa. She would spend time with us and cook delicious dishes for us. She always had different fruits for us. She was always there to make us laugh.
We prayed together each night. You have been a strong, loving, caring, helpful and kind Grandma. I don't know why Grandma so sweet could have died so soon. I miss you Grandma.
Ibukun Oke
I enjoyed visits to Abeokuta when we would spend time with Grandma and Grandpa. She would spend time with us and cook delicious dishes for us. She always had different fruits for us. She was always there to make us laugh.
We prayed together each night. You have been a strong, loving, caring, helpful and kind Grandma. I don't know why Grandma so sweet could have died so soon. I miss you Grandma.
Ibukun Oke
August 1, 2018
August 1, 2018
I will always miss you Grandma, your memories always brings tears to my eyes because I can not see you physically again your generosity and motherly care to me as young as I am I can never forget you . Continue to rest in the bossom of your Lord and savior.
Somorin Victor
Somorin Victor
August 1, 2018
August 1, 2018
We pay tribute to you dear mother, mentor,a mobilizer, a woman of virtue, epitome of humility- Chief (Mrs) Modupe Oyebolu.
Mama, your sudden death came with so many lessons, memories, and questions as to- why now? Lessons to us to spend the time we have on the terrestrial realm wisely in the service of God, the owner of life.
Mama, you were an exemplary woman of virtue who loved and gave her whole life into the work of God, service to humanity and exceptional commitment to her family.
Your sudden departure make it most glaring now to us that, you had a race which you determined to run and finish on a good note; to win the crown of glory.
As we say thanks to God for your indelible legacy you left behind, so we believe that the Lord will tell you " well done, you faithful servant".
We love you and you will forever be in our heart.
Good night Mama.
Members of Staff,
Chief Oluseyi Oyebolu's Chambers.
Mama, your sudden death came with so many lessons, memories, and questions as to- why now? Lessons to us to spend the time we have on the terrestrial realm wisely in the service of God, the owner of life.
Mama, you were an exemplary woman of virtue who loved and gave her whole life into the work of God, service to humanity and exceptional commitment to her family.
Your sudden departure make it most glaring now to us that, you had a race which you determined to run and finish on a good note; to win the crown of glory.
As we say thanks to God for your indelible legacy you left behind, so we believe that the Lord will tell you " well done, you faithful servant".
We love you and you will forever be in our heart.
Good night Mama.
Members of Staff,
Chief Oluseyi Oyebolu's Chambers.
August 1, 2018
August 1, 2018
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May the sweet, gentle, caring soul of (Chief) Mrs Modupe Olubola Oyebolu rest in perfect peace.
A professional nurse who rose to the pinnacle of her career recognised and honoured by her peers in the West Africa College of Nurses and Midwives. A leader and catalysts within her church and family communities, whose unique style of inspiring followership must be essential learning material.
A supportive individual wife mother grandmother sister aunt and most especially my own mother and smesme advisor.
She was adept at resolving conflicts, dousing flames, introducing peace by a soft reassuring voice of reason, which melted many a hard heart. In some circles she was referred to as THE lion tamer, peacably calming fiery personalities.
It is a reminder of how brief and fragile and fleeting life is How while here you must determine what *you* want (not what others want for you) and pursue your dream.
Condolences to Uncle Seyi, Olu, Dapo, Folake and Jumoke. I cannot utter anything but words. May you all live long age with grace and in the end may you leave similar lasting imprints to your heart's desire‼
Ire O
May the sweet, gentle, caring soul of (Chief) Mrs Modupe Olubola Oyebolu rest in perfect peace.
A professional nurse who rose to the pinnacle of her career recognised and honoured by her peers in the West Africa College of Nurses and Midwives. A leader and catalysts within her church and family communities, whose unique style of inspiring followership must be essential learning material.
A supportive individual wife mother grandmother sister aunt and most especially my own mother and smesme advisor.
She was adept at resolving conflicts, dousing flames, introducing peace by a soft reassuring voice of reason, which melted many a hard heart. In some circles she was referred to as THE lion tamer, peacably calming fiery personalities.
It is a reminder of how brief and fragile and fleeting life is How while here you must determine what *you* want (not what others want for you) and pursue your dream.
Condolences to Uncle Seyi, Olu, Dapo, Folake and Jumoke. I cannot utter anything but words. May you all live long age with grace and in the end may you leave similar lasting imprints to your heart's desire‼
Ire O
July 31, 2018
July 31, 2018
We celebrate the life of mama, Chief Mrs Modupe Olubola Oyebolu
Mama was a matriarch in every sense of the word. Her caring, loving nature was manifest in all situations and very present all through her life.
We have had the privilege to know and be blessed by her kindness over several decades. We indeed bless God for the opportunity to have known her.
We pray that her legacy of Christian service will not only endure but grow and prosper. We ask for God's comfort and succour for us all but especially for papa and the wonderful children and grandchildren God has blessed them with. God's love, comfort, and fortitude will bear you through now and always.
May her memories always remain evergreen. Amen.
Mama was a matriarch in every sense of the word. Her caring, loving nature was manifest in all situations and very present all through her life.
We have had the privilege to know and be blessed by her kindness over several decades. We indeed bless God for the opportunity to have known her.
We pray that her legacy of Christian service will not only endure but grow and prosper. We ask for God's comfort and succour for us all but especially for papa and the wonderful children and grandchildren God has blessed them with. God's love, comfort, and fortitude will bear you through now and always.
May her memories always remain evergreen. Amen.
July 31, 2018
July 31, 2018
*TRIBUTE TO LATE CHIEF (MRS.) MODUPE OLUBOLA OYEBOLU (FWACN)*
On behalf of all Fellows, West African College of Nursing (WACN) Lagos/Ogun Branch, we commiserate with the entire members of Oyebolu family on unexpected but peaceful departure of an Icon.
Chief (Mrs.) M.O. Oyebolu was a Nurse per excellence , a great mentor and an exemplary leader.
She was a strong pillar in West African College of Nursing (WACN) as one of the Foundation Fellows. She became a Fellow in 1981 under the Faculty of Community Health Nursing (CHN). She was also very active and contributed her own quota to the growth of West African College of Nursing (WACN) and Nursing profession as a holistic body. She served diligently as the former Secretary General of WACN in 1989 - 1991; under her leadership, remarkable achievements were made.
Chief M.O. Oyebolu received many awards to her honour among which is 'Award of Excellence' by WACN Nigeria Chapter at her Annual General Meeting (AGM) in 2012. She remained committed to Lagos/Ogun Branch financially, morally and academically to the end. She was a good reference point to the upcoming Fellows.
This is no doubt a great loss not only to your family but also to humanity. We are consoled that she lived a good life and had left her footprints on the sand of time.
We urge the entire family to accept our deepest condolence on the departure of their matriarch and forge ahead with the beautiful memories and enviable legacies that she left behind.
May her gentle soul rest in the bosom of the Lord Almighty, Amen.
Pastor (Mrs.) E.O. Olowokere
Chairman
WACN LAGOS/OGUN Branch of
On behalf of all Fellows, West African College of Nursing (WACN) Lagos/Ogun Branch, we commiserate with the entire members of Oyebolu family on unexpected but peaceful departure of an Icon.
Chief (Mrs.) M.O. Oyebolu was a Nurse per excellence , a great mentor and an exemplary leader.
She was a strong pillar in West African College of Nursing (WACN) as one of the Foundation Fellows. She became a Fellow in 1981 under the Faculty of Community Health Nursing (CHN). She was also very active and contributed her own quota to the growth of West African College of Nursing (WACN) and Nursing profession as a holistic body. She served diligently as the former Secretary General of WACN in 1989 - 1991; under her leadership, remarkable achievements were made.
Chief M.O. Oyebolu received many awards to her honour among which is 'Award of Excellence' by WACN Nigeria Chapter at her Annual General Meeting (AGM) in 2012. She remained committed to Lagos/Ogun Branch financially, morally and academically to the end. She was a good reference point to the upcoming Fellows.
This is no doubt a great loss not only to your family but also to humanity. We are consoled that she lived a good life and had left her footprints on the sand of time.
We urge the entire family to accept our deepest condolence on the departure of their matriarch and forge ahead with the beautiful memories and enviable legacies that she left behind.
May her gentle soul rest in the bosom of the Lord Almighty, Amen.
Pastor (Mrs.) E.O. Olowokere
Chairman
WACN LAGOS/OGUN Branch of
July 31, 2018
July 31, 2018
Adieu mama. May your soul rest in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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August 8, 2018
I write with tears in my eyes.
The news of your demise is still a shock to me till now. Grandma,I received the news with heavy heart. I can never forget your impact in our lives. The advice,the love, the prayers,to mention a few. I remember the day I wrote JAMB,your message came in as early as 6:30am(I can never forget) wishing your doctor goodluck and I'm pretty sure luck was on my side that very day. The space you've left can't be filled by anyone but your legacy lives on. I won't say you're dead because you aren't dead to me. I'm sure you are sitting with the angels in heaven,singing praises and watching over us. Grandma,I'll really miss you calling me 'my personal doctor'. And I promise to continue to make you proud even though you aren't here with us in body,but you're here in spirit. We love you but God loves you most. Continue to sleep in the Lord. Holy Trinity Ang. Church will miss you, Our mothers will miss you, Children service will miss you and Akisanmi Opeoluwa will miss you too. Love you always Grandma
July 26, 2018
Tell me to wake up from my dream that grandma travelled abroad , when I don't see you, you are on my mind with the thinking that I will see you in the church on Sunday, whenever tinu re badun ko ba mi gbe Jesu ga o and e gbe gege gege are being sung in the church,your dance steps usually became more graceful with smiles , during possessional hymn was sung and you didn't see my husband,you will turn back immediately and asked " where is Remmy" Grandma it's only that Jesus loves you more left to me I won't let you go .O daaro o
Dear Grandma
July 26, 2018
Grandma, on the fateful night that I heard the news of your passing on, I cried so hard and kept asking God to bring you back. I felt very sad until God assured me that you are not dead; you have only passed on. Happy am I now because I know you are very much alive, singing praises in the presence of the Almighty. God really used you for me. How I wish you were still alive on earth but I believe the unquestionable God knows best to have taken you at this time. You lived a fulfilled life here on earth. I will not say goodbye because we would surely meet again. Till then, take care.