Dr. Mary Olufunmilayo Ogunsile

My dear AuntyMary,
Your demise came to us as a shock especially when Mum told us she saw you that December.
So many memories! Old ife road days. You were so loving, accomodating and caring . I remember when our Dad was sick, the role you played can't be expressed in one page. You were our family doctor. Mum would always call on you for any medical issue. You migrated from just the family doctor to a family friend.
I seize this opportunity to say we really did appreciate you and you won't be forgotten at all in the family of Late Engr Oludotun and Mrs Abiola Obadina.
We love you but God loves you more. Rest on at the blossom of your creator.
Good night ma.
Tosin Ola.

Today, we celebrate the extraordinary life of our mum Dr. Mary Ogunsile- a woman whose name became synonymous with grace, compassion, and unwavering dedication to others. Her life was not merely lived; it was poured out generously in the service of humanity, and her legacy will echo through the lives she touched for generations to come.
Dr. Mary our mum was more than a remarkable professional; she was force of nature-kind yet strong, humble yet full of wisdom, quiet in demeanor yet mighty in impact. Through her work, her mentorship, and her presence, she lit up every room and every soul she encountered. She lived not for applause, but for purpose - with hands that healed, a mind that inspired, and a heart that never stopped giving.
Dr. Mary Ogunsile your journey may have come to a peaceful end, but your light remains - in every life you helped shaped, in every soul you lifted, and in every heart you gave hope that now carries your memory.
Thank you for showing us the beauty of a selfless life.
May your soul rest now in perfect peace. You were truly one of a kind - and your legacy will live on forever

Today, we gather not in sorrow, but in deep gratitude, to honour and celebrate a life that was lived not for self, but for others - a life that shone brightly with love, humility, and unwavering dedication.
Some call you Dr Mary, some call you Dr Ogunsile, some even call Dr Okuhemoi, but some of us call you mum, others call you Aunty mi, grandma, but I and Toluwalashe call you grandma.
Mum, you are embodiment of compassion, grace, and quiet strength. In a world often driven by self-interest, mum you stood apart-choosing instead to give without expecting, to serve without seeking recognition, and to love without limits.
Mum, I remember that day in your theater room operating to safe a life and I was then the manager of Pamok's you saved my life while lying on the floor there after the smell of the patient who is been operated oose my into my nose and there and then found myself on floor. You quickly left the operation came straight for me to save me first and there after almost immediately went back to continue with the patient. What other love can one expect from a mother.
The impact of your presence was felt not in grand gestures, but in the small, everyday acts of kindness that touched countless lives.
Mummy, you are a guiding light to me and my brothers since big mummy passed (Christian ah Adunni Onamusi), a pillar in the community, and a trusted friend grandma, and also to many, you gave fully yourself even when it meant personal sacrifice. Whether through words of encouragement, a listening ear, or tireless acts of service you lifted others, expecting nothing in return. That is the mark of true greatness.
Dr Mary Ogunsile, lived by values that were unwavering: integrity, generosity, humility, and love. You are never too busy to help, never too tired to care, never too far to reach out. And though your hands may now rest, the legacy left behind
continues to work its way through the hearts and lives of us all who are blessed to know you mum.
To speak of Dr Mary Ogunsile, grandma, Aunty mi, or my Mum's life is to speak of a life well- lived- a journey of purpose and meaning.
Mummy, gave this world more than she ever took. And though our hearts are heavy, and they are also full - with memories, with admiration, and most of all, with love.
Family, let us all carry forward the light our mother shared with us, let us live with same generosity, speak with the same kindness, and serve with same humility. In doing so, we keep our mum's spirit alive - not Justin memory, but in action.
Rest well, mum Dr Mary Ogunsile. Yours was a truly selfless life, and your legacy will live on through every soul you touched.
Mum, also remember to tell your sister that we thank her for all she still do, looking back and ensuring we her children are doing okay.

Grandma
I thought I would be able to see you again and visit you one more time but it wasn't in God's plan .
I remember our Easter visits to your house and the first time j tasted bitter leaf as it was growing in your garden, the times we played ludo when nepa took light , the times my brother ,Sijibomi and I would be playing in your compound and you will tell us to be careful, the time I went to your hospital and saw how much u were respected and loved your 70th birthday bash
Overall I want to say thank you for being my Grandma and wish you eternal rest.
RIP Grandma ❤️

Thank you for taking care of my dad when his mom and dad died and moulding him into the wonderful father I have now

Mummy, words cannot fully express the depth of my love and gratitude for you. You were more than an Aunty to me but a mother. You were my supporter, my source of strength, and the purest example of unconditional love. Your kindness, wisdom, and unwavering support shaped me into who I am today.

I will always cherish the beautiful moments we shared—the laughter, the lessons, and even the quiet times when your presence alone brought comfort. You had a heart so big that it touched everyone who knew you, and your love will forever remain in my heart.

Though you may not be perfect, and no longer physically here, your spirit lives on. Please tell your sister (Christiana Onamusi) that her children are doing fine. The love you showed, and in the memories I hold dear. I miss you, but I find solace in knowing you are in a good place.

Rest in peace, dearest Mummy. You will never be forgotten. Until we meet again.

With all my love,
Adedoyin Onamusi

Mummy Ibadan ,

She was a selfless mum to the core, words fail me! You took me in as a daughter not a daughter-in-law and you were super caring and supportive.
I know you loved dancing , very accommodating and understanding , you were never tired to give yourself, you ensured everyone was fine. Always sorting everyone out ; you were a “ super-mum”

Coming to Ibadan for Easter holidays was our way of saying thank you grandma for the love.

You made every bit of it memorable, Following you to Pamoks to see ur patients, our Gbagi market trips to buy original Elubo and resupply of medications for your grandchildren, you were a funky grandma. In my early days of meeting you , I used to marvel at your love for reading Danielle steel novels and admire the huge stack of foreign lifestyle magazines. ( I read them too)
During our telephone calls, you were always saying “ Busola Oshey o , O ku itoju mi”

I thought we were going to celebrate your 80th in grand style and see you dance again.

Rest on selfless Grandma!

Lots of love

Busola ( daughter-in-law)

My beautiful Dr Grandma. I love you so much and I miss you everyday. You were such a strong woman. A very strong woman. You carried yourself with so much grace. You were so funny, always up to date with everything. You told the funniest stories about your youthful days. Grandma I really love you and though I miss you more than words can say, I know you're finally at peace — resting easy in a place full of light.

Grandma doctor as fondly called by your grandchildren. Thanks for your open arms for more than 30 decade I and my siblings rarely visit another doctor, you were our doctor and grandma, you treated us freely without payment, what a privilege to have a mother that we can always run too.
I know the true meaning of bond and family circle through you. it’s hard to know you and my mum are not from the same mother. Your arms are open to everyone ,your space is always available to come .
You are a mother and grandma to me and my siblings , you will be missed always.

Rest on Grandma.
Baloguns Children and grandchildren

'Sisi Mary" (as we used to call her in those days) was my roommate in our final year in Female Annex, Medical School UCH Ibadan. Though we had all been together since our first year - herself, Funmi, Ronke, Joke, Dupe. She was older than us, but we all related well together as she was kind, humble, caring, unassuming and down-to-earth.

She was very generous. I remember her brother's wife, Tolu's mummy, would cook good food and soup and send it to her which always she shared generously with us.

She obtained her BSc in Zoology at the University of Ibadan before studying medicine. We all got to know and mix with her circle of friends from her Zoology days. They were older than us but level-headed fantastic fellows like her—the late Sis Ebun Bella, Remi Job (Sanya’s sister), Dr Yemisi Olaopa, Laide Seriki, and Dr Elemile. You could keep counting, as she had a knack for maintaining her friendship. Many of them became my acquaintances in Ibadan.

She was a hard worker with a spirit of excellence in all she did. Right from our medical school days to her medical practice days in government and private practice. She was reliable and meticulous. She was an asset to her patients who received humane, quality and compassionate care from her.
No doubt because she was ex-Mayflower School Ikenne, having gone through sponsorship and mentorship from the late education legends, Dr Tai and Sheila Solarin. Her association with them rubbed on her positively. She showed finesse and a touch of class in all her ways – dressing, food, decoration, orderliness, neatness etc. She was noted for her cute Afro hair style.

Though we have not been in touch lately, I remember the times I visited her in Old Ife Road to catch up. She indeed has left an indelible impression on me.
My last communication with her was informing her about our ‘79 Medics Group and inviting her to participate.
She has run her race and finished well. She is surely resting in the bosom of our Lord Jesus.

May the Lord help us to number our days, to apply our hearts to wisdom, knowing God and serving Him and humanity.

May the Lord comfort her daughter, Engineer Anosi (all just like yesterday), the Ogunsile Family, and all her friends and associates who benefited from her munificence.

Rest in peace, Sisi Mary

Dr Ebunlomo Mary Walker (Nee Oyeleke)

Dr Grandma. I honestly don't know what to say because words can't describe how amazing you've been and the amazing things you've done to and for me and my siblings. I can remember those days while we were still in primary and secondary school that we don't even have to think where we would spend our holiday because we already knew it was gonna be at your place. Those days were really fun. I deeply appreciate every piece of advice and correction you have given me, which has helped shape me into the well-raised young man I am today. I'll miss you so deeply and you'll forever remain in my hearts. I'll make sure I tell my stories and adventures I had with you while you were on earth to my kids and their kids so that every generation will no how awesome a woman you were.
I love you so much ma again will you forever remain in my heart. Rest in peace DR GRANDMA!
YOU'VE DONE WELL MA

I couldn't imagine writing this soon but what can I say. The Lord giveth and taketh" You were a Mother in millions. Your love for my siblings and I was endless. With the help of God, you made me what I am today academically and in character. You shaped me by your behavior. God made you specially to love and to give. I miss you daily Sister Mi. I know that you are resting after your vigorous labour on earth and I pray that I can continue in what you impacted into my life. My children loved you so much because you were an incomparable Grandma to them. Always involved in their lives. My husband missed you. Oh! you knew how to handle him and he loved you for it. We are all missing you Sister Mi. We love you but I know God loved you more than us. Sleep well Doc. Mary, Sister Mi, my Mother, Dr. Grandma.

Aunty as I used to call you.Your life touched a lot of lives to the extent that most patients preferred to see you as their Dr.You did all what God put into your life to use for humanity. Your life was a good example to others to follow. Almighty Father will grant you Eernal Rest.He will keep watch over all that you left behind. ADIEU.

Dr Ogunshile was a dedicated and caring Dr. She was always ready to assist people in her best capacity. May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

Dr Ogunsile is known to be simple, dedicated and accommodating.
May God grant her eternal rest

May her intelligent soul rest on.

She was known to be dedicated to her work, compassionate & empathetic. Loved by all who knew & worked with her. Well loved by her patients.
Rest in peace ma, till the resurrection day when we shall meet to part no more.

A dedicated,accommodating,humble , compassionate, conscientious and industrious woman.Rest in perfect peace IJN

A Tribute To An Amazing Mother
Iya SOLAPE as I fondly called you. You displayed the true essence of a mother towards me till your last breath. Your words of wisdom will keep me going and will forever be my guide through my journey of life. Unforgettable will be your warm embrace MAAMI. You have got ears that truly listen, arms that always hold, a love that truly is never ending and a heart of pure gold.
The Asigidi blood that flows in you makes me see my late mother in you always. Our adorable Dr Grandma is gone but will linger in our hearts forever. As you have gone to the great beyond, never let your spirit depart from us. Thank you for all the teachings. Thank you for genuinely loved us. Thank you for always open your doors for us. Thank you for not returning us back to Asigidi when you were pressured to do so. I missed our gist, your phone calls. I missed how you always called me SOLAPE. I missed your motherly advice. Sleep well and sleep tight.
Omo Asigidi mode ara ota
Omo ota ajepo mapon
Omo leedu alaale, alaale ko se ro foko.
Omo ajokoloso aruru bi ose
Omo asofunfun o jole iro
Omo oliwo asape
Omo afogiri egbedogbon sebe. O wi koleju koju awon oyee a je
Omo ijesa modu agunyan bogun
Ijesa oridi isana, Ile leru owa ti nmuna roko
Omo olobi kan wonworotiriwowo
Ee sanu eni a wo seru eni. Ee sanu eni a wo segi oko, omo eranko a fi je
Omo onimusin anakoru birikiti.
Kare o maaami.
Rest in the bossom of your maker till the resurrection day. Even in your absence, I will love and remember you forever.
Your daughter: Mrs Onasile Olusolape Ogunsile.

My dear sister, friend and housemate, you have lived a life of love with great accomplishment. You worked so hard to get to the top. You were an epitome of love and hard work. Despite your busy schedules, you squeezed in time to play and socialize. I remember those days we played scrabble with so much fun and laughter. I will miss you so much. You have seen all and conquered. Rest on my dear sister

Dearest Aunty, words can't truly express the shock I had when I heard of your demise.
I know you are at peace with Christ and where you are is a better and beautiful place.
You were selfless, beautiful in and out and you greatly examplified the beauty of Christ.
God bless you Aunty for your sacrifice and I pray that your generation born and unborn will continue to enjoy the reward of your labor to humanity.
We love you Aunty and you will be greatly missed.

Dear Aunty Mary!
Thanks for everything, taking good care of us, your medical expertise and most especially our shared love of books. It’s comforting to know that you’re with your heavenly father now.
You’ll be dearly missed Aunty. Blessings.

My Sweet Mama,
The seemingly little memories trigger the tears.
I can't believe it's been a month since you quietly drifted to eternal rest.
I came across this photo of you dancing in your heydays, and I couldn't help but smile as I saw it. Ooh, you loved to dance.
Thank you for always spoiling me with your love, laughter, and unabated advice.
I miss you sorely and this pain is eternal...

Tough to speak about my dear sister, the one who exemplified empathetic medical practice for me.


A healer’s heart, a gentle hand,
A life well-lived across the land.
A mother’s love, a grandma’s care,
A spirit bright, beyond compare.

She soothed the sick, eased weary minds,
A beacon bright, of humankind.
Her steady hand, a guiding light,
Dispelling darkness, day and night.

Though now she’s gone, her legacy lives on,
In countless lives, where hope was born.
A stroke may claim a mortal frame,
But her spirit soars, eternally.

Sleep well Sis, on the bosom of the Lord.

Auntie, the news of your death came to us as a rude shock, because it was so unexpected. We feel the pain of your loss as you meant so much to us.
We recall with nostalgia the years we lived together, the love we shared, the joys, happiness and the beautiful memories at our Old Ife Road Residence.
Auntie, you had so many attributes- you were hardworking, caring, strong, a disciplinarian with a soft touch.
You loved to read, cook, dance and share good times with those you love. You never balked at helping people especially those with medical issues. You were so sweet and easy to love.
We thank God that our paths crossed, that you became a member of our family by the depth of love we shared. We remain grateful for the care of our late father Papa Osho (who loved you so much) and our mothers.
Auntie, you will be greatly missed and we pray that God grants you eternal and peaceful repose in His bossom.
Sleep on, our beloved Auntie.
From: John and Lara Osho
(For The OSHO Family)

My beloved Golden Heart 💛 ❤️ 💙 Mother of everyone 💛 💖 💓. You were a great Mother who loved people more than your self. You were a God sent to many. May God touch your life as you touched the lives of many people. We are grateful for your love and respect for the Family of Chief
Peter Dan. Okhuemho the Father of your only God's gift through Peter my loving Brother ❤️ 😍. God will receive your soul to rest in perfect peace. How many good things will i remember that you did to any one that was close to Peter and Family. All the Ogbona Community in Avianwu in Etsako Central Local Government Council in Fugar, are saying thank you for your care of our beloved daughter Anosi Peter Okhuemho from Ogbona. I am so sorry that i that i am not in Nigeria now to attend your Funeral. I was in your Father and Mother's Funeral in Ijebu .But I am going to miss your own. Good bye Bye Dr. Mary of
all the people from Peter's Family. We all love you. May God bless and protect Anosi and Family for us to be remembering you. My condolences to your Family. Yabo and others take Heart ❤️.
Dr. Mary's late brother and Sister's Child take Heart ❤️. Love you all.

Words are just inadequate to express the shock of the news of your passing on to glory. I thanked God that our paths crossed and I will continue to live on with the fond memories. A detribalised Nigerian who loved others more than her immediate family members, a selfless person, a bastion of hope for the hopeless, a jewel of impeccable character, a consummate and quintessential scholar.who really
impacted lives.
Aunty Mary, our dear wife mother and grandmother, sun re o. Ma jokun, ma jekolo, oun tiwon n baje lorun ni ko bawon je.
Adieu

I received the sad News of the demise of Dr Mary ogunsile with shock.
You were a wonderful being and a lovely soul
You did not want anybody around you to suffer, you were so gentle
Easy going, accommodating, Caring,
Responsible with a large heart
Mummy Anosi your life
Was A BLESSING, your life was A TREASURE.
Sun re O Abiyamo Tooto

The memory of life by nature is very short. However the memory of life well lived is eternal. Dr Ogunsile life was full of charity to humanity. The clinic she ran through her life time was more or less ran as a past time not for profit motive . She fought a good fight. She has finished her race and kept her faith. Adieu. Rest in perfect peace

Mary, o ma ṣe o. I am truly saddened by your exit One of my wishes was to pay you an unexpected visit next time I return home. My last full conversation with you was in November 1967. You were surprised to learn that, like you, I was from Ijẹbu Igbo. You were very surprised about my background even though we had been classmates for 5 years.
I thought about you frequently since we left Mayflower in December of that year.
I would have loved to tell you that I became the Ọtunba Labayọn of Oke Agbo, Ijẹbu Igbo.35 years after I last spoke to you.
Mary, o d’igba kan nan.
O di gbere.
O d’arin nako.
O d’oju ala.
Thank you for your natural tendency to look out for others
May your extraordinarily beautiful soul rest in perfect peace. Aṣẹ.
Dr. Biyi Oyefule

You have fought a good fight of faith and now to meet your maker. Rest on ma.

I received with deep sorrow the news of your demise Dr.Mary Ogunsile when I didn't expect as it has been difficult to get across to you in the last one year. We can't question ❓ GOD.
You were so dear to me, my immediate and extended family. Many that heard of your demise were dumb sounded as if it's not possible for you to die.Your care was impeccable.
You were a Loving Friend in need and of course in deed.
You were so Nice to a fault.
THANK GOD for a fulfilled life.
You came, saw and conquered. WISHING YOU ETERNAL REST.

A rare privilege I dare say, to have three remarkable pieces of coincidence I share with you.

First being our birth days, but of course, without the year.

Next is the one who loves you the most....with or without her dreads.

And lastly, being a worthy "role model," though yours is now cast in concrete....while the rest of us are a living work-in-progress.

We admired your strength, sheer determination, and sense of selflessness....so we've imbibed these to heart...through the lives that now live ahead of you.

To end this by saying 'rest in peace' would be more like stating the obvious, so we say Rest on, Rest....and beseech you to smile down on rest of the world, as we look to the heavens in His glory.

Rest on, Rest!!

I am just receiving this information about Mary, our own Mary Ogunsile's passing into glory. May your passage be swift. We shall not forget you, Mary. You were gentle and kind to us,
O digba na, Ipade wa bi o yin. Ni oruko nla ti Jehovah.
Sun re o.

Ademola Asaya
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My Darling Mama..
How do I sum up my 41 years of being your baby into a few paragraphs?
I simply have to find the words…
We have been through so many of life’s experiences together and by the sheer grace of God, came out unscathed.
If I could be half the mother, friend and model that you were, then I have done really well.
I wish you were still around to spend some time with your newest grand-daughter, Atinuke but God said it was finally time to rest.
You were strong, determined, calm yet assertive and you instilled these values in all the amazing humans that you raised.
You sacrificed your comfort for your family on many occasions and I couldn’t understand why until your later years.
I’m grateful for all the lessons and the numerous sacrifices that you made to raise me in the ways that you did.
You raised me in the community that has now become an extension of my family.
I’m especially thankful to you for guiding me in choosing my husband.
I miss you terribly but I know where you are; resting with your Maker who obviously loves you so much more than I ever could.
Please tell Daddy that I’m glad he has you on that side of eternity now.
I will do my utmost best to uphold your legacy of selfless service, dedication and commitment.
You lived a life of giving and impacted so many lives.
These will never capture just how much I miss you.
Till we meet at the feet of Jesus, I love you with all of me.

Your baby,
Ano

We both entered Mayflower School, Ikenne in January 1963. A quiet and brilliant scholar who topped our set for the 5 years we spent together. Her character was exemplary. May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

Good day grandma, this is ifeoluwapo and I miss you. I was shocked when I heard about your passing, I thought we will still see on December as per usual. I remember when I and my siblings were small we used to call her doctor grandma and always got excited whenever we were going to her place for holidays even though the holiday can be like 3 days. We didn't like those three days holiday at her place and always pleaded with our mom to make it longer😀😀. She was the one that made me eat yellow eba for the first time. When I had chicken pox and had to be admitted at her hospital she was the one that took care of me and brought food for me every day, my chicken pox experience wasn't a bad one because of her. Whenever I and my siblings go to her hospital we always ask for those her diary notebook or any of those notebook done by pharmaceutical companies cause she used to have a lot. I am going to miss you alot and those novels you used to give my mom cause I used to read them too. I wish we still had a lot of time but God knows best. Rest in God's arm grandma and always know that you were the grandma that God sent to I and my siblings. I love you 💯 and will always miss you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️