It was a rude shock!

Within the short time I engaged with mummy, it's been a great experience. I learned so much about how she has impacted her world over the years and also experienced her high standard of faith which I was told before we even met! I thought we had more time together but the Lord knows best. I know she rests in heaven, leaving this sinful world behind.

As far as I can remember, Aunty Dupe has always been a part of our lives, an intergral part of the Oyebolu/Oyewole family, with a very special bond with my parents and each one of us. It was thus with great shock and sadness to hear of her passing. In life, she was warm, caring and great company. Loyal and humble too. We have lost a great gem but thank the Almighty for her life and her many accomplishments. May the Almighty give us all the strength, especially Uncle, to bear the loss and May her soul Rest In Peace. Amen
Funke Ighodaro (née Oyewole)

Sister mi, the news of your sudden passing was a devastating blow. Two days earlier. during one of our usual telephone conversations, we discussed my impending visit and other family events. Every thing was fine and I was looking forward to our time together. Instead, I have to bid you goodbye. 
Since my high school days, I cannot think of any time when we have not been together, starting with your 1st posting to Ughelli, when you returned to Nigeria after training in England, to your time in Ogbomosho after you got married and I used to spend my holidays with you. I also lived with you when I was doing pre-med at the University of Lagos. We also celebrated our wedding anniversaries on the same day!
How I will miss you! Your death is a huge loss that has left a big hole that would be difficult to fill. You were my sister, friend and mother rolled into one. My time with you was full of love, caring and sharing. I thank God for our times together, When I had my first child, you not only provided most of what I needed, you looked after him with your own daughter when I left for specialization and brought him up as your child. You also came over to the United States to look after me when Oti was born.
Your love for us your sisters was obvious to all around, You loved everyone of us with every fiber of your being. Our visits with you were memorable. You went to great lengths to pamper and celebrate our times together. Your faith and prayers saw us through difficult times. You were our mentor in every sense.
Going on without you is going to be tough, but God’s grace will be sufficient for the future. I am thankful for our times together, the beautiful memories we have and the bond we shared. We are comforted by the fact that you are in a better place and have joined the saints triumphant.
Sister mi, I love you and miss you. Rest in perfect Peace
Lara

Dear Aunty Dupe,
The news of your death took us all by surprise but we are comforted by the knowledge that you are resting peaceful with our Lord.
I remember your gentle soft hearted nature and how you brought warmth wherever you were. The many tributes here is a testament to how large a heart you had.
We miss you so much but God needed you more. You have ran a good race in this life, now home with the father for your reward. Continue to Rest in Peace aunty.

A phenomenal woman in every sense....a mum to many.

The sweet memories of your kind and thoughtful advice will remain evergreen in our hearts. You were like a mother to many during our formative years in the estate. We thank the almighty God for the life you lived and for the lives you have impacted. Thank you mommy.
Continue to rest in the bosom of the almighty God.

i give God all the glory, You have always been a mother to us all. i recollect those days we watch football matches at home or many other occasions including feeding us anytime we come over to your place. Always be grateful,
all i can say is rest in perfect peace.

My Dear Aunty, you were such a gem! A Tuns Tuns, was your call to me; l love you so much!
You showed so much love, so much grace; your smile lit up my heart even if i was upset; dear God I will miss you; not to speak of my Dad! We will miss you so much.

A lovely and great mother with warm , soothing voice and irresistible charm. My short meeting with mama will always be remembered as mama quickly took me back to my home town (Ughelli) in her warm and entertaining story which calmed down the hangover from my many miles journey. Without doubt I was received/entertained by an angel. You’ll be missed grandma. sleep well.

Thank you Aunty. It was a blessing to be your nephew. But words like nephew seem to mean little now. I was Jolom' I was loved and cared for in every memory through to our last conversation . How reassuring you always were! A safe harbor in any circumstance.
I remember searching Isolo for you as a child, I did not find you but your presence or (perhaps the mere thought of you) still lights my search with a warm sense that all would be well. I remember wandering the streets of Abeokuta from a family friend's house, what did I know of addresses? What if no one was home? That evening found me under your roof, at your table eating a warm meal basking in your wealth of caring. The berating was left to others. It was never for you.
Ah! It is not easy. Did I say good bye once, twice? I never meant it, it did not weigh like it does now. Distance and time did not diminish that affection. And this parting? I still hear your voice. God blessed me with your love and these memories and our family. Cousin Olu, Cousin Dapo, Folake and Jumoke, Uncle Seyi, I love you all very much. The Lord bless and keep you and give you peace.
Aunty; never good bye, your love is with us still, but rest and may we all rise up rejoicing. Amen.
Jolom'

Revelation 14:13
And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.

Dear “Sister Dupe” of blessed memory, you were supposed to be my big cousin, but no, you were more than a cousin, a sister, but more of a mother to me, in the many ways you impacted my life. You were a big encourager, not only to me but to all in the Songonuga family; you were always there for us all, giving guidance and counsel when needed. I will never forget your love for God and family. You displayed this lovein the way you served God and God’s people you came in contact with. I never saw you displaying anger or bitterness, nor perceived you ever in that light; you were always gentle, smiling and very welcoming. You sowed into people’s lives in many ways, even when you had challenges of your own. You were selfless! I was truly shocked to hear of your passing on to glory, and will miss you very dearly. Sleep on “Sister Dupe” till we meet to part no more.

You impacted my life with your wisdom and insight and I feel very privileged. Thank you very much. Sleep well.

Mummy, you will be missed. Very caring and loving. Your smile so genuine and your way of life very inspiring. Blessed to have known you. Adieu Mummy. We love you but God loves you more. Keep resting in the Lord.

Mommy - and there is no other word to describe you by a few of us that grew up eating all your food, taking over your living room, sleeping off even though we had our own parents and abode. You were truly a mother and a gentle soul. A great part of our formative years. Listening to all our problems but with a face that soothed the moment that we often forgot what the situation was. Your stew and rice was a staple for me. There were times I got to my house and there was no food because my own mom just assumed I had eaten at yours and didn’t bother to tell them to leave anything for me. Lol. You will be truly missed. Rest in peace mom!

Mommy, this came to me so sudden, and as a big shock, I remember growing up how you took us like your own children. We will sit, watch tv, talk politics in the comfort of the living room, always entertaining us, then comes the big smile that food was ready. You never got mad at us. You became our mom. you gave us advise when necessary, you cared about us. I am still short of words the way you left us. He knows best. Who are we to question Him. We will miss you. Sleep well Mommy.

Mummy, you were always reassuring whenever you spoke with my wife and I. Can I ever forget how you called me, "Councillor"? Definitely not. Thank you for all you did for me. Ever grateful. Rest Mummy rest in peace.

I remember when I met you for the 1st time about 15years ago in Abeokuta when I came to meet my parents in-law to be...
You made me love Abeokuta as it was often my destination (with or without Jumoke & the children); when I needed to take a break from the 'wahala' in Lagos. I always looked forward to meal time; table set, plates, cutleries and cups in their right position followed by the sumptuous meal.
Many times your kind words, advise, prayers and the way you and Daddy related was an inspiration to me.
You were very warm, so accommodating and always giving...
Our last visit was in April 2018 and looking back, I remember vividly your goodbye wave when we were leaving for Lagos. I never knew that was the last time we will see you...I have repeatedly asked my unconscious mind, did you know that was the last time?
I was in shock when Daddy broke the news, it took us all by surprise...it finally dawned on me that you were gone to rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ. Keep resting Mummy. You will forever be fresh in my memory.
Akinbiyi Oke

I give glory to The Lord Almighty for you lived a fulfilled life
You were a loving & caring Mother, a devout Christian and a mentor to a lot of people that will miss you.
Adieu

My Grandma was an incredible woman who touched so many over the duration of her life. It’s so difficult for me to believe she’s gone, and so painful not to have her here anymore, but I thank God that she is now resting in Paradise in his marvellous Glory. I’m eternally grateful to God to have been blessed with such a strong woman of God as my Grandmother, and with the countless number of lives she impacted, there is absolutely no doubt that her legacy will continue to live on and on.
So much of what my parents have instilled into my siblings and I over the years, comes from the same morals and principles that Grandma imbibed in my mum when she herself was growing up. I’m grateful that Grandma passed on these values to her children, which ensured that my own mum herself would become a woman of great faith, a steadfast faith in the grace of God, the faith which is the only reason I am alive today despite the evil plans of the enemy during my mum’s pregnancy, to prevent me from seeing this world.
The loving bond my Grandma shared with my mum and the admiration and respect I saw my mum hold for her mum, definitely set the tone for the respect and admiration I have for my own mum, and unconditional love that my mum shows me, for which I am grateful and do not take for granted.
Growing up, first in Lagos then eventually in Abeokuta, every minute at my Grandma’s house was treasured! My Grandma was one of the most caring, considerate and generous people I have ever known, with the biggest and brightest of smiles, the most melodious and contagious of laughs, and so much love to give. Every second with her was a second cherished. Also, you couldn’t go to my Grandma’s house and not leave completely stuffed! Whether it was iyan and ila, or just her delightfully delicious puff puff...she could craft something to tantalise anyone and everyone!
From a young age, it was so clear and evident to me the love that my Grandma had for us. Even more importantly than the unconditional love she showed us, since we were tiny, she ensured that we were taught to walk in the way of the Lord. She would always pray with us and over us so fervently.
After leaving Nigeria back when I was younger, I didn’t get to see my Grandma often but her love remained unwavering and we would speak to her all the time. She would never miss a birthday, and in general she would always call, again praying into to our lives and reminding us of the principles that we stand for as children of God, and of course she would always remind us to look after our parents :) She would always ensure that we we knew how proud she was of us and our achievements, and that she loved us.
Even up until my big big age now (haha), last time I got to go and see my Grandma and Grandpa in Abeokuta, my Grandma called us round in the living room just like she’d been doing since we were little, and as my siblings and I sat once again in a tiny semi circle looking up at her, she reminded us of these same values, that we are set apart and that we should continue to depend on God, and she prayed over us and spoke countless blessings into our lives.
Through the pain of the loss of my Grandma, (and this has been one of the most heartbreaking experiences for me, especially due to the sudden nature and the consequent shock), I do appreciate and thank God for the undeniable truth that my Grandma’s life was one very well spent, and her entire life was one huge testimony to the incredible grace of God and the unending love of Jesus Christ. She was considerate and loving, holding her family up and also devoting her time to so many selfless causes. She was a true and literal embodiment of the Proverbs 31 Woman. I am grateful for every single one of the nineteen years I was blessed to be able to call her my Grandma. Aa tun pade! I love you ❤️

Mummy
Nle o, omo
I was twice blessed: she was my Aunt and my godmother. God must have known when I was born that I needed extra loving and put her in my life.
I have so many memories all joyful where do I start.
I spent holidays with her growing up, real girl time and it was delightful, she catered to my every whim!
To say I loved her would be an understatement, to say I admired the person she was does not do her justice, to talk about her golden heart is the hardest thing to express.
Thank you my sweet godmother for all those years of loving me, I am forever grateful to have had you in my life.
We will feel the void in the Songonuga Family but Rest Well in the Lord. We know you live on in each one of us one way or another, we carry a part of you with us and look forward to the resurrection. I love you my sweet sweet godmother ❤️❤️❤️

Gradma was a caring, loving woman of God with an infectious smile whose love affected the lives of many. Despite living so far away, I always appreciated how she would always make time to call us to find out how we were and let us know she was thinking about us. When I had the pleasure of seeing her I would be greeted with a huge smile and a welcoming hug to show how much she loved me. At every opportunity she would pray with us and teach us about God and I aspire to achieve such a bond with the Father as the one she had and bring happiness to the lives of so many as she has. As much as she will be dearly missed, it fills me with joy to know that she lived such a fulfilled life and is now resting in paradise and eternal peace with the Lord.

“O-ty-ty”. “Timeyin”. Those are the names my Aunty Dupe would call me by. She was my big Aunty, our family matriarch. Whenever I got in trouble with my parents I could always count on Aunty to bail me out. My most cherished recollections as a kid in Nigeria were with her. When I would visit her in Isolo, she would always ensure I was stuffed with some rice and dodo, or of course puff puff. I can’t forget the Sunday’s morning church meals: Yam, egg and stew. Her home was the family home- she saw to that. Various extended family would always pass by and congregate there. Whether it was for fun, a meal, or to discuss a family issue, Aunty held a steady, loving hand of direction and ensured everyone was taken care of. When my father passed away, it was Aunty who was both able to console me and simultaneously encourage me to be strong for my Mom. Perhaps my favorite memory with Aunty when I was a child occurred in the backyard of her Isolo home. She would hold my hand and we would pick apples together. It was our special time and she would use the opportunity to discuss general matters and answer any questions I had in my young life. I will never forget those times. I will never forget her. I loved my Aunty with every fabric of my being and will love her forever. Aunty, those times we spent picking apples impacted my life in the most meaningful way. I thank God for you and I thank God that you are rejoicing with the angels in paradise, because after all, you were always one to me. Till we meet again, Aunty, thank you for everything. I love you.
O-ty-ty

My grandmother, Mrs. Modupe Olubola Oyebolu, was a powerful woman of God who truly shone the light and love of Christ in my relationship with her as well as all the people I saw her interact with and relate with over my time with her. Right from when I was a year old and lived with her for some time in Isolo, she started to teach me the love and fear of God, caring for me as her own son and making herself available to take care of me in the first year of my life. I know she would walk me to school down the street, and I would play with her in her living room all through my time with her.
All through the time I knew my Grandma, and every single day I spent with her in Abeokuta with my cousins and her, at the end of the day she would call us all together to pray. There she taught us grace, several great hymnals, and the Lord's prayer, which I never forgot even up until this day. In that I saw how she truly depended on God for her sustenance, she really trusted in him for a greater hope for the future, and knew that every blessing that she had received was only by his grace. Only when I got older did I really see her discipline and humility before God, and how she was faithful to come before him everyday before she would go to bed for the night. She even continued this pattern as all of her grandchildren as we got older, and that truly served to remind me and show me that truly God is the same yesterday, today and forever, and that her circumstances did not change his place in her life and his sovereignty over all the seasons of life that she went through. In that, my Grandma showed me humility, and I learned a great gift that no amount of worldly success can buy or grant me - the grace of God and faith in his promises in Jesus Christ.
Along with being a powerful woman of God, she exhibited the love she had received from God in ALL her relationships - brothers and sisters, grandchildren, children, friends, brothers and sisters in the church; she was always fully committed to them and attentive to their needs every time she was with them. As I look back on it now it is hard for me to find someone with that level of covenant commitment to people, and I truly believe that God used her willing heart to share his love with many.
As I reflect on my Grandmother's life, I am truly stricken that a woman of so much faith has gone ahead, but I am also filled with joy because she is more alive now than she ever was, for she is in the presence of God. She has run the race, and lived a life worth celebrating, and I am confident that in Jesus Christ we may be reunited with her, to dwell in the security and eternal presence of God forever, where we always should have been.
Psalm 149:5 - Let the saints be joyful in glory: let them sing aloud upon their beds.
Romans 8:38-39 - For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
I love you Grandma, and I am grateful to God for his provision in Christ that we may be together again to worship him forever, and to see your love and smile again.