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Schedule of Events / Funeral Arrangements


Service of Songs

Thurs,13th May, 2021 @ 4 pm - 6 pm
The Apostolic Church
8844 Puritan Ave, Detroit, MI 48238
Viewing
Fri,14th May, 2021 @ 10am - 12 noon, 2pm - 4pm
Hopcroft Funeral Home
31145 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071.

Funeral Service
Sat, 15th May, 2021 @ 10 am - 12 noon
Hopcroft Funeral Home
31145 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071

Interment
Sat, 15th May, 2021 @ 12 noon - 1 pm
White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery
621 W Long Lake Rd Troy, MI 48098

Thanksgiving Service (USA)
Sun, 16th May, 2021 @ 1 pm - 3 pm
The Apostolic Church
8844 Puritan Ave, Detroit, MI 48238

Thanksgiving Service (Orokere - Amuro, Kogi State)
Sun, 16th May, 2021 @ 12 pm - 2 pm
The Apostolic Church Nigeria Orokere Amuro
Assembly Aiyeteju Amuro Area
Kogi state, Nigeria

ZOOM Links for the events is below

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May 17, 2021
May 17, 2021
Big Aunty your death is still a great shock to me, but it makes me to believed more in God because He loves you more than we do.  I thank God for making me to know you during my working experience. It's a great privilege. You are my mentor, my roll model, I will always remember you for good.  Thank God for not allowed arrogance to make me loose you. The five years I spent in AMP SCHOOLS gave me a great joy and I learned a lot.. I will for ever be grateful to God, to you & your family. God Almighty will comfort and uphold your family to the end Amen.  Mummy Ruth Abiodun Aguda Continues to rest in the bosom of the Almighty God... I love you real good Mummy. From your daughter from another mother Bukky Adeleye.
May 15, 2021
May 15, 2021
So many beautiful messages about you ma. You were an angel. May your beautiful soul rest in peace.
May 15, 2021
May 15, 2021
Aunty, you will forever be missed, because you have left a remarkable legacy, you showed us so much love, not minding the discomfort and distance but much humility indeed you're a symbol of Love. Adieu Ma, as you are laid to rest today, may the Holy Spirit the Comforter, comfort us all, Amen. Rest on ma.
May 15, 2021
May 15, 2021
It's been hard coming to terms with the truth of her demise (one can only wonder how the immediate family is coping)
We call her Aunty Aguda.
My fond memories of her are my childhood days in Kaduna as a teacher in my primary school - Command children school, Kaduna. As her cousin's son, she kept a keen eye on me - that meant there wasn't a chance of me misbehaving. Most people knew our relationship so all you needed to do was threaten to report me to her. Though tough on me in school, she was kind, loving & caring.
I remember us coming to visit her home & getting children books from her.
I remember her warm gentle smile & hearty laugh.
Thank you for being a contribution to the man I am today.
Aunty, as you're laid to rest today, may the comfort of the almighty God overshadow the family you left behind & may they find comfort & strength in the good legacy you left behind.
It's not good bye, it's good night till the resurrection morning.
May 14, 2021
May 14, 2021
Biodun, my childhood friend we lost contact for a very long time. It is so sad to miss you just like that and to know the hard reality that we won't see here ever again. That is hard but you are fine. You lived well and served His purpose. May your kind and gentle soul, soft spoken nature rest in eternal bliss till we meet again to part no more. My sincere condolence to the Agudas and Oludes families. Modupe Aderonmu nee Motojehi.
May 14, 2021
May 14, 2021
Aunt you have left a remarkable legacy here on earth. Know that you will never be forgotten and always loved by all of us in the family. I was so privileged to have you as my very special aunt that meant so very much to me, you were such an important part of our family. REST ON BIG MUMMY
May 13, 2021
May 13, 2021
Ha! So it is true that the white Lioness of the Tribes of Judah had gone. You came you pursue you overtook and you recovered all and you left victorious. Icon of peace had gone. The sun do no longer rise and set again for you, No more winter or summer; I am sure you are in a place of comfort untill the glorious morning
I knew I could not deny the reality of your death for too long, however hard I tried. I have finally come to terms with this reality, and it just goes to show how transient, fleeting and short life is. This has indeed revealed the temporality of life and how we are all sojourners on earth.

It has dawned on me that whether I like it or not, I must say goodbye I was waiting for the news of you coming back to life to tell the whole world of your victorious experiences and testimony.

But then, death has only conquered your body, but with a soul as pure as yours, you will see the Lord as He really is.

While we mourn your death, we pray for the grace not to do so as unbelievers, because, we ought to take solace in the hope of the resurrection.

While we mourn, we equally take solace in the many legacies you left behind. You led a good life, fought a good fight and finished victorious.

Good night Auntie Ruth. The world has lost an asset and the heavens have gained a soul. Good night beloved Auntie. Sleep well in the Lord's bossom until we meet to part no more. See you at the resurrection morning!!
P. Omotayo Omokore
May 11, 2021
May 11, 2021
Mommy was a great woman of God. She was a woman of virtue in every way. She was a kind hearted woman full of life with a smile always on her face. She was very welcoming and humble to everyone around her. Your death has left a vacuum in our hearts. You'll will be greatly missed. You'll always live in our hearts Mama. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

SUN RE OOO MAMA!!!

The Olaiya Family
May 11, 2021
May 11, 2021
I have known mummy all my life growing up. Its is very hard to explain her life because it has always been good and excellent memories. Mummy is a great mother, mentor, my teacher because she too me lessons. When you talk of equality she treats everyone the same. If I want to write all there will be pages and pages. Mummy is the best and will forever missed, continue to rest on with the lord.

Adedayo.
May 10, 2021
May 10, 2021
A Tribute to Mama Ruth Abiodun Aguda

By Deaconess Babalola and Family

"On behalf of Babalola family, Mama Aguda, we love you, but God loves you most. You have run a race of faith with good work. Mama may your gentle soul rest in perfect peace till we shall meet again at the feet of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen"

Deaconess C. A. Babalola
May 9, 2021
May 9, 2021
Oh mommie how we miss you. The awful anguish and grief we have is unlike anything we have ever experienced. No words can express our grief of losing you from our lives. Memories of your face, warm smile, large heart and good deeds bring tears to my eyes every minute of the day.
We love you dearly mum.. We're completely heartbroken that you are gone forever, it’s so hard to face reality. Goodbye mum. Our heart bleeds.
May 9, 2021
May 9, 2021
Ah!. We were shocked when we had the news of the home call of our dear sister in Christ Jesus. We have great memories of you, memories that we will always hold dear. You took over the teaching the Children on Sunday morning service by leading them to Jesus Christ and leading the Church choir in singing songs. We will never forget the part you played in the vineyard. She served God with out reservations. You were remarkable in many ways. Ah! to ever thing there is a season and a time for every purpose under the heaven. You have fought a good a good fight and a crown of glory awaits you. We pray that the Lord will strengthen and comfort your darling husband, your loving Children, your dear siblings and the church of God. Adieu to our dear sister In Christ Jesus .
From:- P/ Elder and Dcns Famurewa. Nigeria
R C
May 9, 2021
May 9, 2021
Death may have taken you away from us, but it could never take away your memories. You will always be in our heart in your own special place.
Rest In Peace!
May 8, 2021
May 8, 2021
It gladdens me to join other good people around the world to write a tribute to a great woman of God who without doubt is resting peacefully with our Lord Jesus in His glory.
Big Aunty, (as you were fondly called by all the children and parents of Aunty Maiyedun school which my five children passed through) we greatly grieved over your departure as humans, but as believers we are proud of you for the kind of life you lived which leaves no doubt in our minds as to where you are now.

My prayers go to our lovely father - Overseer M. O. Aguda and the entire family members you left behind. We pray the Lord to keep them as they continue in life journey here on earth. We pray their own time will be like yours.
They will all live to fulfill their days here on earth and have a good record to show our Lord Jesus.

Adieu Mama. Rest well till we meet to part no more.

Elder Joseph I Udoh JP & family
May 8, 2021
May 8, 2021
You brought joy, happiness and laughter to all who met you; you will be sorely missed by everyone.
May 8, 2021
May 8, 2021
We miss you mama!!! Continue to rest on the bosom of the Lord
May 7, 2021
May 7, 2021
Hmmmmm!!!! It still saddens my heart that my beloved mummy Aguda has gone to be with the Lord.. Mummy I can never forget your great impact in my life while I was growing up, spending my holidays at the Ebenezer house was always what I kept looking out for, you nurtured me like your own from my primary till secondary days, even till when I went to the higher institution you still kept in touch. You and Dad treated me like the last baby of the house that my own siblings will always get jealous of me when I return home and always wish they could come with me to the house(Ebenezer)... Your lifestyle was wonderful mum, I never saw you get angry at all, you make corrections with love, you were a great mother indeed. Keep resting with the Lord mum cause I can't explain all about you here. The legacy you left behind will never be forgotten even while you were on the sick bed and I told Dad about my wedding in march you kept telling me Racheal don't worry we are praying for you, it's a success already, you and dad even supported the wedding despite the state you were in......oh God!!!!!! Your type is really rare mum..... I will surely tell my children about you and Dad's impact in my life...... Everyone is missing you mum but we are assured that we shall all meet again at the Lord's feet..... E sun re oooo...mama rere.....mama oninu ire.....
May 7, 2021
May 7, 2021
Mrs Ruth Aguda was a woman and wife with unparallel humility and impeccable character. Your life was a blessing to others.
Your memory a treasure to us.
You are loved beyond words by all of us that you interacted with amidst beyond measure by us all.
Capt & Mrs P. T. Olukotun
May 7, 2021
May 7, 2021
Mummy impacted our lives. You were beautiful inside and outside. We won't forget how warm, welcoming, and generous you were anytime we came to visit. You have left your mark! You will not be forgotten Mum. May God continue to uphold the entire family. From The Olorunfemi's
May 6, 2021
May 6, 2021
May Mama Soul Rest In Peace and may the Lord console the family she left behind.
May 6, 2021
If there's one wish I could have in life,it is the wish to be surrounded by people who love me. I read your biography and I see the me I want to become. The heavens have gained an angel. As you fly above the mountains remember to pour some love down here as we need them at this crucial time. May God grant your soul eternal rest .
May 5, 2021
May 5, 2021
Mummy Aguda, although you were gone, your memory will continue to linger in our hearts. You're a rare gem!!
May 5, 2021
May 5, 2021
Dear Mummy Aguda,

We rejoice in the meaningful life you lived; of which some are obviously noticed through your offspring.
Bro Tunde Aguda, your son, carries a great virtue of Christlike life; implanted through sound upbringing. His selfless service and love for the work of GOD as the PRO of the RMF Praise Palace where he worships with his family is outstanding.
May GOD keep him and every loved ones you left behind in peace and prosperity.

May Mama soul continue to rest in perfect peace.

Bro Babalola Olalekan (President - RCCG RMF, Praise Palace, Lagos, Nigeria)
May 5, 2021
May 5, 2021
I have read alot about you Mom frm Tunde.
May your soul rest in perfect peace

You will be highly Missed ma

Rest in the bossom of ur Creator
May 3, 2021
May 3, 2021
It was with great shock my wife and I got the new of your demise.I remember when we visited you and Uncle Mike at Ijanikin then when I got married,your warm reception for me & wife was awesome..We will miss your smiles.You have fought a good fight Aunty ,Rest in Lord's bosom ,Rest on till we meet to part no more...
- Ola Olukotun & family
May 3, 2021
May 3, 2021
Yours is a painful departure ma, but we are comforted in our grieve that you are with the Lord and thus in a better place. Your work here on earth will keep you alive in our minds forever. Rest on mama!
May 3, 2021
May 3, 2021
Adieu mummy, u forever live in our hearts. Rest on mama dàada, àbiyamò tòoto. Aàtunpadè lesè Jesu.
May 3, 2021
May 3, 2021
Dear Mummy Aguda, A graceful woman of God. A woman i admired so much. Your gentleness, kindness, politeness,peacefulness,prayers, Sweet sense of fashion and coordinations. I will definitely miss your love for music dance moves. I wish to have enjoyed you presence more but God needed you more hence you've been called home so quickly. I thank God for the privilege of having had you as a true friend and women leader at the Apostolic church Detroit it was a wonderful 9 years in God's presence. Rest in peace mama. Till we meet again in eternity. My deepest condolences to the family. With much love 
Mrs Ngozi Afuwah & family
May 3, 2021
May 3, 2021
Having never met Mama, I’d like to rightly assess her via the conduct and candor of Tunde.
A young professional with a very high sense of dedication to detail while still willing to accept advice and novel ideas.
Humble to a fault and able to work under immense pressure to deliver on time.
These qualities surely are inherent in him and can be a fallout of parental nurturing.
Mama certainly played this role extremely well and she has left us to continue playing that role from a higher and more spiritual realm.
May her soul Rest In Perfect Peace
May 2, 2021
May 2, 2021
TRIBUTE TO MAMA AGUDA

Mama Deaconess Ruth Aguda
Your life was a blessing
Your memory a treasure
You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure
May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

From Elder Oladunjoye and Family
May 2, 2021
May 2, 2021
ADIEU DCNESS RUTH ABIODUN AGUDA

Your death is a further attestation that life is indeed a stage where everyone must play a part. Your love and passion for the work of God keep making me wondering why your death must come now, but I realized that our time here is a contract with our creator; unfortunately, once we cross over here we forget the details of the time, but our creator never forgets, and so when it's time we are recalled.
You were the main anchor person of choruses and praise worship on the Saturday prayer Conference since we started in 2011.
I remember how you often lead the church during the special number time with different songs, your anthem as you walk to the altar is "Our generation shall praise your name 4x..." Many of those hymns linger in my memory till date almost ten years after.
Our consolation is the words of God that you are resting in the bosom of your creator.
You have fought a good fight, you have finished your course, you have kept the faith.

Paul Apostle adminonished us thus:
" But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.
 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him."
I pray that the Lord God consoles the entire family and the church of God.

REST IN PEACE MAMA UNTIL THE DAY OF RESURRECTION

From Ass./Pst. and Dcness Elugbemi
TACGV CANTON ASSEMBLY
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
Condolences to the entire family. Rest in peace ma, you're in a better place.
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
It was a great privilege to have come your part “Mama Aguda” as I fondly called you. Your solemn ways of articulating your words and calm expression is a plus to a type A personality individual. The grace to have the opportunity to work hands-in-hands with in the District has thought me wisdom, perseverance, and Godly ways of uniting people. I wish to have you longer because I will surely missed your pampering, but God knows best. Oh well, “Omowunmi” it is time to grow up because Mama Aguda is no more physical around. I promise to continue to make use of every words of advise you shared with me. I will surely miss you. The sweet and sour taste of missing you, but knowing that you are in the blossom of God is pleasing to me. I will forever miss you!
Shola Akintan-Adaji
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
Please, accept our sincere condolences to you and your family.
May the Most High grant her eternal rest and give the family the fortitude to bear the loss.

From the Alabi-Bellos
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
As much as we loved you, Jesus Christ loved you more. We missed you my beloved mother.
My heart is broken but thank God who has welcome you home peacefully. We shall see each other one day. He will take care of your family and the church of God. It is well IJN Amen.
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
Rest on Mummy,
Celebration of Life to a MOTHER in Israel indeed. I bless God for a fulfilled life.
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
The news of your passing away to glory was quite shocking. You touched lives in the best way you can and your impact are being felt even after you have gone to be with the Lord.
Your love for Christ, and the work of the kingdom were wake up calls to my generation and the upcoming ones.
The selfless, humble, and Christ-centered life you lived are memories that stay with us still. I loved the way you sang hymns and the passion that goes with it... indeed, didun ni iranti olododo... continue to rest in bosom of your maker. We love you but God loves you most
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
Condolences to the entire family of Mummy Ruth Abiodun Aguda on the transition of their matriach, a wonderful woman,wife and mother.
I pray strength and comfort to you all to go through this time of grief and well beyond.
May her memories forever be blessed
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
Oh mummy you were such a kind and subtle woman with so much characteristics worth emulating, you were ready to carry every one along and you never looked down on anyone. free spirited soul you are, the advice and motivations you gave me I will never forget. Adieu to a woman of integrity strength and love. Rest well mama.
April 30, 2021
April 30, 2021
Yes our hearts are heavy but we know you're in a better place. Thanks for those times you stood as a friend even after my mum's demise.
For every event that was held though not around you would make sure Bro Tunde came. You connected well with my mum and I can say confidently that you were truly a friend. Greet her oooo

Heaven has gained a saint.

Continue to rest in God's bosom.

Goodnight Mummy Aguda.
April 30, 2021
April 30, 2021
Mummy Aguda was the real definition of Cool, Calm and Collected (CCC)... I've known her for more than 30 years. We (our families) came to TACN Okokomaiko about the same time. Mummy was an embodiment of humility, she treated us (youths) like matured people. Mummy was very quiet but when she is among her own people, she can gist wella! Thanks mummy for all those pep talks, it sure did us good! Thanks for believing so much in us; I remember when she wanted to start AUNTY MAIYEDUN SCHOOL, she told my twin (best friend) and I about it... We hosted (As MCs) the first end of session party of that school. I have never seen mummy raised her voice even though there were moments that warranted that... Mummy was a passionate lover of God, her family and friends. She really connected well with my mum (Deaconess Odubunmi); they were good examples of opposite attracts; one was boisterous and very outspoken while the other was very calm, cool and collected. Greet my mum, your friend for me... Rest on Mummy Aguda, I can say in my lifetime that I've seen an angel before; that angel was you...
April 30, 2021
April 30, 2021
We all accept that 20 kids cannot play together for 20 years (YORUBA adage) Biodun our youth days played back in my memory when the news of your unexpected departure was received. I had the dream of seeing you again when I come to the USA on my holidays so we can reminisce on our kiddies days at ONDO STREET, EBUTE METTA. However GOD KNOWS WHAT WE THE MORTALS ARE IGNORANT OF. Please ABIODUN sleep in the bosom of the Lord for God loves you more...... GOOD NIGHT!

DUPE@#EBUTEMETTA#
April 30, 2021
April 30, 2021
The news of your passing was unbelievable. I was heavy hearted and speechless at the news!

Mummy Aguda you were calm, and emulated humility laced with strength.

As you have gone to rest with our creator, where no pains or sorrow exist. Your smile and memory will FOREVER linger in our hearts! Sleep well and Rest In Peace Ma!
April 30, 2021
April 30, 2021
Mummy, I met you physically in 2019, when you came to Nigeria for Daniel's wedding and I greeted you and introduced myself as Bode's wife, you hugged me as if you known for a while. We exchanged numbers and you were the first to put a call through to me. We discussed about the challenges of school in the Nigerian terrain. You told me how you started AMP and the challenges. Our conversation left a beautiful and everlasting impression on me. Your humility, despite your age and your wealth of experience, you still listened to me. Hearing of your demise was so heartbreaking, but I know heaven has gained a saint. Till we meet at Jesus feet, rest on MA.
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May 17, 2021
May 17, 2021
Big Aunty your death is still a great shock to me, but it makes me to believed more in God because He loves you more than we do.  I thank God for making me to know you during my working experience. It's a great privilege. You are my mentor, my roll model, I will always remember you for good.  Thank God for not allowed arrogance to make me loose you. The five years I spent in AMP SCHOOLS gave me a great joy and I learned a lot.. I will for ever be grateful to God, to you & your family. God Almighty will comfort and uphold your family to the end Amen.  Mummy Ruth Abiodun Aguda Continues to rest in the bosom of the Almighty God... I love you real good Mummy. From your daughter from another mother Bukky Adeleye.
May 15, 2021
May 15, 2021
So many beautiful messages about you ma. You were an angel. May your beautiful soul rest in peace.
Her Life

BRIEF BIOGRAPHY ABOUT RUTH ABIODUN AGUDA.

April 27, 2021
 Ruth Abiodun Aguda was born on December 19, 1954 at the Apostolic Church Faith Home in Yaba, Lagos. To late Pastor & Deaconess Elijah Olude. She was raised at 35 Ondo Street, Ebute Metta.
She attended the The Apostolic Church Primary School, Ebute Metta, from 1961 to1968, before proceeding to Cherubim and Seraphim Secondary School Ilorin where she spent only 2years before transferring to St Clare's Girl School, Offa; where she graduated in 1974.
She enrolled and studied for the Teachers Grade Two A, Pivotal at Women's Teachers College, Kabba and graduated in June 1975. Ruth was joined in holy matrimony with Michael Olorunmaiye Aguda, (who have courted her for 8years ) at  The Apostolic Church, Orokere- Amuro on Dec 20, 1975. Her first teaching job was with Command children school , Kaduna, from Sept 1975 to Dec 1979.
She briefly taught at Mopa, Domestic  School from Jan- June 1980, before traveling to USA with her two sons then, Moses and Solomon to join her husband. Their only girl arrived in 1981, thus she could not enroll in College until Jan 1982.
She studied at then, Highland Park Community College, before proceeding to University of Detroit to earn her bachelor's degree in Education in 1985. She returned home ( Nigeria) with her husband and Children then, Moses, Solomon,now late, and Deborah in Sept 1985 with 5 months pregnancy of her fourth child.  Daniel her last son arrived in 1986 on Valentine's day at Minna, Niger State.
She completed her mandatory NYC in 1987; and moved to Lagos with her family in 1988, because of a new   seconment posting  of her husband to Foriegn Service, Overseas Communications Department as Chief Engineer. 
She established Quality Day Care in their Official Quarters at OCD, Aiyetoro, Ijanikin in 1991 which later moved to a new location and developed to a full Lagos State Approved Primary school. Auntie Maiyedun Primary School, was a popular school in the neighborhood because of the American flavor to handling the kids.
She was Proprietress and Head Teacher of this school until year 2007 when she moved back to USA with her husband after retiring from NITEL. Ruth taught for about 10years at Zion Christian Church nursery school until when the school was closed due to Covid. 
She was ill for about two years and hospitalized at St John Ascension hospital in Warren, Michigan for about a month before the Lord called her to Glory, on early morning of April 19, 2021.
She left behind a loving husband, children, grandchildren and siblings. Until her demise, Ruth was a committed Deaconess in The Apostolic Church, and a member of the Auxiliary of Gideons International, Detroit North Woodward Camp.She's very much missed by her Church, home and abroad, co-workers, friends, relatives and family.
M.O. Aguda, Husband.

Funeral Arrangment

April 29, 2021
Service of Songs
The Apostolic Church
Thursday,13th May,2021 @ 4:pm-6:pm
8844 Puritan Ave, Detroit, MI 48238
Viewing
Friday,14th May, 2021 @ 10am - 12noon, 2pm - 4pm
Hopcroft Funeral Homes
31145 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071.
Zoom Link for events will be available soon


Funeral Service
Saturday, 15th May, 2021 @10am - 12noon
Hopcroft Funeral Homes
31145 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071

Saturday, 15th May, 2021 @ 12noon - 1pm
White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery
621 W Long Lake Rd Troy, MI 48098
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Thanksgiving Service
Sunday, 16th May, 2021 @ 1pm- 3pm
The Apostolic Church
8844 Puritan Ave, Detroit, MI 48238

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Love Story Of Our Togetherness

May 15, 2021
The story of our journey of togetherness begins like this: On a Sunday morning in July 1967, I had decided to worship for the first time at the head of The Apostolic Church, Nigeria, then at 42 Cemetery state, Ebute Metta, Lagos. Thus, on entering the worship hall, I knelt and prayed about 8:45 am at my seat in one of the pews of the male rows. Then, I raised my head, open my eyes to set them on “you” seated in the front row among the female choristers with a large colorful hat. Then, I was momentarily struck with an inner voice that said, “that is your wife!” I struggled for a while with that thought and considering it as lustful thoughts, I quickly rebuked and cast it out in the name of Jesus Christ.
I had been born again for about six years prior to that time and had learnt how to listen to the voice of the Holy Spirit but was still struggling with the other sensual attractions. I had also been praying that God would show/reveal the person I would marry to me and me to “her.” After that morning service, a friend invited me to accompany him to one of the Deacons of that church. The house was located at 35 Ondo Street, Ebute-Metta, not too far from 42 Cemetery Street. My friend and I sat down in the living room of the Deacon’s apartment. While waiting, I was amazed to see “you” the same girl I had encountered at the Church service had changed into a common house dress. But I could still shockingly identify you were the same person I saw in the Church. I, therefore, took note of your separate appearances to me and pondered on them over the years.

Thus, when I settled after several years of meeting you. I came to realize that it was truly the voice of the Holy Spirit, speaking to me at the Church that day in answer to my prayers. I still remember that night vigil which I observed in a friend’s house in Jos, solely to ask God to reveal to me whom I will marry since I was then 25 years old, and you were still in JS II.  That night I listed on a paper the names of about 7 ladies that I had met and could propose marriage to any of them. You were on this list but not on the top of it. But before I went too far

in the vigil, the voice of the Holy Spirit told me, “Why do you doubt and worry? I have told you that Abiodun Olude is your wife.” My reaction: I quickly started praising God and ended the vigil in just one hour, instead of a planned 4-hour prayer vigil. Then, in the morning I wrote you. “Dear wife, God has revealed to me that you are my wife. What do you say to this?” You did not reply to the letter until several weeks; you simply said, “Let us continue to pray about it.” Although you said you were not too surprised about my letter because a year earlier I had invited you on a date where I asked if you were born again and also if you had a boyfriend. You said you had been suspecting my moves and love towards you. You eventually replied yes to that letter and added again, let us continue to pray. However, the tone of your correspondences changed from that time on.

Though I had to wait another 6 years for you to complete schooling, but like Jacob waiting for Rachel, it was like a few days, because of my love for you. Gen 29:20 — “And Jacob served seven years for Racheal; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had for her.” We often shared these kinds of memories after we were married, to refresh our love for one another.

Our journey of togetherness has taken us to several places, and I cherished every moment with you. We worshipped and praised God together, until I sadly watched your lips when you could no longer say “Amen” aloud and took your last breath! The Lord gave you as a gift to me for 54 years from the time He first told me ‘that is your wife,’ though we were married for 46 years. At your dying hours, I told God, I loved you, but he told me he loved you more than I do!

You were meek, gentle, very polite, kind, and respectful to me and all people. I miss your voice messages checking on me anywhere go. “Hope you’re all right Daddy or Darling.” “When are you coming home?” “What do I prepare for you?” “What will you eat?Solid or liquid?” Now I can say I don’t know when I’m coming home, but I trust Him to whom we owe our soul and Spirit, that sooner or later I will reunite with you.


Adieu, my darling wife!
Michael Olorunmaiye Aguda ~ Husband

Miss Ruth

May 14, 2021
Miss Ruth was one of the most humble servants of the Lord I have ever encountered.  She worked for me at Zion Christina Preschool and Childcare for a few years.  Her heart was so reverent to the Lord and her willingness to serve the children was incomparable.  She was always an uplifting person to talk to, never having a bad word to say about anyone.  Her life brought glory to God in all she did and said.  She is most assuredly enjoying herself worshipping and bowing downbefore the King of Kings now and forever. She will be forever missed.  Lauren Kitchen
April 30, 2021
Tribute To An Eagle Mother &Grandmother
Let me join others to thank God for a life well spent as a wife, mother, grandmother and importantly as a born again, child of God. Mama lived her life for Christ and I strongly believe that it is a home call for her to rest with the Lord. Adieu to the mother in Istreal. Till we meet to part no more.

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