Ma Josephine Damilola Ayinuola
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.
John 11:25-26
Obituary
Lovingly called Mama Ayi by all, our mother, Josephine Ayinuola nee Ogwu, was born into the family of Pa and Ma Ogwu Iyegbu on the 20th of November 1954 in Idumu Ahaba quarters of Issele-uku in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State. She was the sixth child in a family of eight children. She met her husband Folajoye Ayinuola in Lagos, and they got married in 1973. Being a young intertribal couple 50 years ago had challenges, but Mama Ayi won everyone over with her gentleness and grace. Baba Ayi gave his beautiful bride a special name, ‘Oluwadamilola’, because he believed that having her in his life was God’s blessing. They are blessed with six biological children: Olubunmi, Iretiola, Folayemi, Ololade, Kolawole, and Damilola. It was Mama Ayi’s joy to watch her beautiful family grow as each child got married and had their own children. In all, she was blessed with nineteen grandchildren. One of the most impressive things about Mama Ayi was her incredibly sharp mind. She had special names for everyone and would neither forget nor call one for the other. She would tell stories in detail that no one else even registered. She valued the culture of her married homeland and was able to talk about some of those to her children. She valued family, relationships, and people; indeed, she was the bond that held us together. She also had an incredible voice and loved to sing. Our childhood was filled with many Igbo songs with deep meanings. The most important thing to her was her walk with Jesus. Since she became a Christian in 2008, her whole life has been dedicated to loving her Savior. She had so much hope for a better life and faith in the love that set her free. That faith was her mainstay till the very end. She was active in The Redeemed Church of God as an Elder and the Full Gospel Businessmen Fellowship. Her church and fellowship members became her family in every sense of the word, and she valued them so much. They also stood by her through some of her most challenging times. May the Lord reward them. Not having our mother in this world is a reality we were not prepared for. How do we even move on from not saying ‘Amen’ to her daily prayers? The special names she called us, our spouses, and her grandchildren do not sound the same when not from her lips. To the world she may be another sweet mother, but to us, she was our WORLD. However, we do not mourn as though we have no hope. We know that she was welcomed home with so much dancing and rejoicing. Heaven stood still as she met her Savior, welcoming her home to the place He had prepared for her. Rest on sweet mother, Nnem-Oma, our one and only Mama Ayi, our Jewel of inestimable value. We love you beyond words, and we miss you deeply.
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March 1, 2024
Mama Ayi, we will always remember your kind smile and strength. You were such an inspiration and a quiet force in the lives of those who knew and loved you. Keep resting in the bosom of your Lord and saviour, and thank you for living well.
March 1, 2024
Mama Ayi!! as my mum always called you grandma, the woman of my dreams, my everything, a God fearing, talented and respectful grandma. I can continue blessing, enogise and praying for you, bcuz of your words of encouragement every day,for who you are. I will always make you proud in all my right and wrong doing, you are always there for me when ever I need you, even when I had burns on my body, I didn't see you but I knew you were praying for me, I wish I could see you one more time to hug and give you the last kiss. Rest in peace 🕊 faithful and loving Mama Ayi to special, I love you and your sweet memories will remain in my heart
David Osakwe (Davido,Oluwaseun)
David Osakwe (Davido,Oluwaseun)
March 1, 2024
The best grandma in the world may your soul rest in peace🕊I do call you Iya Ayi to special, because you are so special to me, you've always been there for me and you've always been a caring and loving grandma.You always call me oluwatomisin and chimamaka,i smile anytime you called out those names, even on your sick bed you are strong and always happy, you are talented and a trustworthy person.you are a great cook and a teacher to me 🥰
I love you grandma and I will continue to love you and I will be a good girl you want me to be. Good bye to the world best caring and beautiful granny.
From Chiamaka osakwe(Oluwatomisin)
I love you grandma and I will continue to love you and I will be a good girl you want me to be. Good bye to the world best caring and beautiful granny.
From Chiamaka osakwe(Oluwatomisin)
March 1, 2024
Dear grandmother,you may have passed on, but your memories would always live on with us.The moment I received the shocking and devastating news of your departure from my mum,grandma,my world caved.
I don't know how it's possible but I love you more now than I did then.You taught me more than I ever knew,you gave me reason to continue the fight, saying a better day comes after the night.where would I be were you are not around? Likely adrift in the Sea of life drowned.I am forever grateful for your love and I know you are looking down from above.
No matter what granny,you will always live on.i will try not to be sad.Grandma, we are not mourning your departure,we are celebrating your coming to this part of the universe.your contribution meant a lot and it's impart signifies you are still living.
Hmmmm mama ayi,the world best grandma, friend,supporter, mother.You know I am always very proud to say I am a member of the Ayiniola family because we United in love and live in peace.granny may your beautiful soul rest in peace, good bye grandma.
OGECHI OSAKWE (ogechineke)
I don't know how it's possible but I love you more now than I did then.You taught me more than I ever knew,you gave me reason to continue the fight, saying a better day comes after the night.where would I be were you are not around? Likely adrift in the Sea of life drowned.I am forever grateful for your love and I know you are looking down from above.
No matter what granny,you will always live on.i will try not to be sad.Grandma, we are not mourning your departure,we are celebrating your coming to this part of the universe.your contribution meant a lot and it's impart signifies you are still living.
Hmmmm mama ayi,the world best grandma, friend,supporter, mother.You know I am always very proud to say I am a member of the Ayiniola family because we United in love and live in peace.granny may your beautiful soul rest in peace, good bye grandma.
OGECHI OSAKWE (ogechineke)
March 1, 2024
I don't even know how to start writing because am still in shock, hmmmmm, Iya Ayi!! i was holding your legs telling you Iya Ayi Ololade lon pe yin you did not even recognise me anymore that makes me so sad😭
Iyami, iya daada, a selfless and a woman with a heart so pure and true, iya Ayi has no record of any conflict with any one till date, Her tolerance is second to non, the love she has for all reflect on all her children, she will always call my husband by his native name (ONUORAH) that makes him love her the more.
My mum will say ololamitide, "ohun ti o to ninu aye ee ma sekun, iwa laaye Olohun o ni fi ee sile" all this prayers are her daily words to me, Wurami will no longer pop up on my phone again hmmm....Even in pain iyami, your smile brightened,
Iya Ayi as this bound with all her grandchildren, and they are fond of her too.
MY consolation now is that you are in a better place were you no longer experience pain.. Iya Ayi International can never be forgotten bcuz your beautiful memories remains forever in our hearts.
May your soul continue to rest in the bossom of your maker🕊🕊🕊 shalom
Ololade Osakwe (OLOLAMITIDE)
Iyami, iya daada, a selfless and a woman with a heart so pure and true, iya Ayi has no record of any conflict with any one till date, Her tolerance is second to non, the love she has for all reflect on all her children, she will always call my husband by his native name (ONUORAH) that makes him love her the more.
My mum will say ololamitide, "ohun ti o to ninu aye ee ma sekun, iwa laaye Olohun o ni fi ee sile" all this prayers are her daily words to me, Wurami will no longer pop up on my phone again hmmm....Even in pain iyami, your smile brightened,
Iya Ayi as this bound with all her grandchildren, and they are fond of her too.
MY consolation now is that you are in a better place were you no longer experience pain.. Iya Ayi International can never be forgotten bcuz your beautiful memories remains forever in our hearts.
May your soul continue to rest in the bossom of your maker🕊🕊🕊 shalom
Ololade Osakwe (OLOLAMITIDE)
February 29, 2024
Mama Ayi, you are a kind of In-law I pray that every man would have in his life. You are a virtuous woman with a very large heart, always smiling and ever joyful. Your love for your sons-in-law is outstanding and your cares for your grandchildren is second to none.
The impact you played when my wife was not around are still very fresh in my memories, we talked at a levels that were beyond in-laws, you talked to me as your son. You told me that you so much believed in me and you never doubted my person, my words nor my prayers. You always call me "Olajide mi òwón" meaning "My Dearest Olajide' and I always respond as Iya Ayi t'o Special. I will forever be grateful God for all you did for me and my family.
Yes, we miss you but you will forever remain Special in our hearts.
My joy is that you knew Jesus and accepted Him as your Lord and Saviour, which gives me comfort and assurance that we shall surely meet again.
Sleep on Iya Ayi t'o Special.
The impact you played when my wife was not around are still very fresh in my memories, we talked at a levels that were beyond in-laws, you talked to me as your son. You told me that you so much believed in me and you never doubted my person, my words nor my prayers. You always call me "Olajide mi òwón" meaning "My Dearest Olajide' and I always respond as Iya Ayi t'o Special. I will forever be grateful God for all you did for me and my family.
Yes, we miss you but you will forever remain Special in our hearts.
My joy is that you knew Jesus and accepted Him as your Lord and Saviour, which gives me comfort and assurance that we shall surely meet again.
Sleep on Iya Ayi t'o Special.
February 29, 2024
Grandma, I will miss you so much, you will forever be remembered in my heart.
I will miss your smile and the love you bestowed towards us. Rest in perfect peace Mama Ayi to special 😘
I will miss your smile and the love you bestowed towards us. Rest in perfect peace Mama Ayi to special 😘
February 29, 2024
Grandma, it saddens my heart that you left so soon you were a special gift from God .
So much beauty,grace love and patience you possessed.you will forever be remembered in my heart. I love you grandma, Continue to rest in the bosom of your maker.
So much beauty,grace love and patience you possessed.you will forever be remembered in my heart. I love you grandma, Continue to rest in the bosom of your maker.
February 29, 2024
MY, cheerful grandma,we will always respect all you went through and your ability to hold those pains in all your days, your astonishing beauty shines in us all in which we are extremely grateful to be part of your family.
I love you grandma, rest in perfect peace.
I love you grandma, rest in perfect peace.
February 29, 2024
Grandma, I still can't believe you're no longer with us. When I heard you were sick I prayed for your recovery, you fought it and in the end you maintained the act of bravery. Your belief in God gave you courage and resilience to face adversity with grace and dignity. Grandma your memories will forever remain with me I remember all the times we prayed together and also the times we cooked together. I also remember how I promised as a little girl to give you two million. It still saddens my heart that you didn't wait for me to grow up to fulfill that promise.These are memories that I will forever cherish. You were a peaceful and humble woman. I love you but Jesus loves you more, my greatest joy is that you're with Jesus my strength and comfort are drawn from that truth. I will never forget your impact in my life. I will miss how you fondly call me OLUWASEYIFUNMI.
Till we meet again, rest in perfect peace Mama Ayi.
Till we meet again, rest in perfect peace Mama Ayi.
February 29, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we pen down our tributes when we heard of your demise our dear mother-in-law. You were an epitome of humility and respect to emulate. You were a mother-in-law with a difference who raised her children in a godly way. There is no doubt that your death have created a vacuum in her hearts but as Christians, we believe you have gone to rest at the bosom of the Lord. We miss you Mama. May your soul rest in perfect peace!
February 29, 2024
Although my heart is very heavy, I am honoured to write few words about my beloved in-law. She was a god fearing, gentle and selfless individual. I was amazed how you never bat an eyelid doing the right thing as my in-law. Oh you were such a gem to us. We will miss you so much as your demise has left a void. Who are we to question God who knows best? Rest on till that glorious resurrection day when we shall all meet again to part no more. May your gentle soul rest in peace.
February 29, 2024
No amount of words can fully describe the kind of woman you were. You loved all people, your home was open to everyone regardless of what they had or didn't have.
2 Timothy 4 vs 7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Mummy although you are gone, we have the eternal hope of seeing you again. Although it is difficult, God's grace has been sufficient I know one day we will see you again in the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. You were one of the strongest women in our lives. You were and will continue to be a true gem, through your kindness your legacy of good deeds will continue to shine brightly in our hearts, we are glad that you are in a place where there is no pain or sorrow. An humble woman you were, we will forever live to celebrate you. I will surely miss your call every morning. Maami sun re oo.
2 Timothy 4 vs 7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Mummy although you are gone, we have the eternal hope of seeing you again. Although it is difficult, God's grace has been sufficient I know one day we will see you again in the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. You were one of the strongest women in our lives. You were and will continue to be a true gem, through your kindness your legacy of good deeds will continue to shine brightly in our hearts, we are glad that you are in a place where there is no pain or sorrow. An humble woman you were, we will forever live to celebrate you. I will surely miss your call every morning. Maami sun re oo.
February 29, 2024
My Beautiful Mama Ayi, Words fail me at this moment because I never knew I would be writing a tribute so soon.
It breaks my heart that we would not be getting your early morning dose of prayers again. You may have passed on,but your memory lingers on in our heart.
Thank you for your love,sacrifices,care and everything else you have done for us. I know you're in a much better place now;I will be forever grateful and thankful that you were my grandma.
Bello Aisha Chukwuyenrem
It breaks my heart that we would not be getting your early morning dose of prayers again. You may have passed on,but your memory lingers on in our heart.
Thank you for your love,sacrifices,care and everything else you have done for us. I know you're in a much better place now;I will be forever grateful and thankful that you were my grandma.
Bello Aisha Chukwuyenrem
February 29, 2024
My grandmother was the most loving and vibrant woman
She was a beautiful soul that radiated her beauty everywhere she went
I remember the games she used to play with me and my cousins when we were younger
I remember her laugh
I remember the way she would fondly call my name, or the many pet names she had given me- Olamma, Ngozichuckwuka, Ayomide, my precious gold, my first grandchild
The way she would always argue with my grandpa, Baba Ayi
How she would stand up to wash the plates after she told me to wash it once and I didn't stand up immediately
As I write this I still can't believe it
I miss her already
May her beautiful soul rest in perfect peace
Khayrah Bello (Olamma)
She was a beautiful soul that radiated her beauty everywhere she went
I remember the games she used to play with me and my cousins when we were younger
I remember her laugh
I remember the way she would fondly call my name, or the many pet names she had given me- Olamma, Ngozichuckwuka, Ayomide, my precious gold, my first grandchild
The way she would always argue with my grandpa, Baba Ayi
How she would stand up to wash the plates after she told me to wash it once and I didn't stand up immediately
As I write this I still can't believe it
I miss her already
May her beautiful soul rest in perfect peace
Khayrah Bello (Olamma)
February 29, 2024
Mummy,
You were the most loving, humble, compassionate, understanding, family-orientated woman and one of the most beautiful souls one could ever meet. You accepted me with open arms as soon as I became a member of the family and have shown me endless love ever since. You would always call me "Oluwatosin Omo mi" and always prayed for me "Oluwatosin Oko mi, Iran Ogede onsukun atide Ara oni ni e o". You even taught me how to make "Ofofo"okro soup without oil. You lived an exemplary life and inspired us all everyday to do the same. Even in sickness you were always radiating joy, you were a real embodiment of strength and beauty. Your passing has broken our hearts but we know you're in a better place
May your beautiful soul rest in peace
Aliu Oluwatosin Bello
You were the most loving, humble, compassionate, understanding, family-orientated woman and one of the most beautiful souls one could ever meet. You accepted me with open arms as soon as I became a member of the family and have shown me endless love ever since. You would always call me "Oluwatosin Omo mi" and always prayed for me "Oluwatosin Oko mi, Iran Ogede onsukun atide Ara oni ni e o". You even taught me how to make "Ofofo"okro soup without oil. You lived an exemplary life and inspired us all everyday to do the same. Even in sickness you were always radiating joy, you were a real embodiment of strength and beauty. Your passing has broken our hearts but we know you're in a better place
May your beautiful soul rest in peace
Aliu Oluwatosin Bello
February 29, 2024
In the quiet moments of reflection, I find myself enveloped by the warmth of your presence,dear grandma. You were not merely a beacon of love,wisdom and unwavering strength,you were much more than that. it's sad that we don't get to see that anymore. Your resilience was a testament to the power of determination, grit and faith.Even in the face of adversity and pain, you stood tall,you stayed happy and even inspired us that even if the worst comes,we should always stay happy. I
remember all those times we'd hang out in your kitchen,formulating the best dishes, your cooking wasn't all about the food but they about the love you put into every dish. You taught me that cooking is not only about following instructions but pouring your heart into what you create. Even though you're not physically here anymore,your spirit lives on in every laugh,every memory and every piece of advice you've shared.Thank you for being my grandma,Mama Ayi. I miss you more than words can say but I will never forget the impact you had on my life.
HALIMAH BELLO( Nneeka)
remember all those times we'd hang out in your kitchen,formulating the best dishes, your cooking wasn't all about the food but they about the love you put into every dish. You taught me that cooking is not only about following instructions but pouring your heart into what you create. Even though you're not physically here anymore,your spirit lives on in every laugh,every memory and every piece of advice you've shared.Thank you for being my grandma,Mama Ayi. I miss you more than words can say but I will never forget the impact you had on my life.
HALIMAH BELLO( Nneeka)
February 29, 2024
Dear grandma,you're like a beautiful flower, your smile gives me power.In the wildest storm,You were there for me, In the darkest hour,you were my ray of light . Oh dear grandma I'm going to miss you so much.
But I'm still happy because I know you will be elevated higher. Anywhere you go you shine the brightest ,cause you're a star that will protect us from darkness
Kamil Bello ( Chukwuemeka)
But I'm still happy because I know you will be elevated higher. Anywhere you go you shine the brightest ,cause you're a star that will protect us from darkness
Kamil Bello ( Chukwuemeka)
February 29, 2024
[29/02, 4:51 am] Naovid kitchen seasoning and spice: Mama Ayi!! as my mum always called you grandma, the woman of my dreams, my everything, a God fearing, talented and respectful grandma. I can continue blessing, enogise and praying for you, bcuz of your words of encouragement every day,for who you are. I will always make you proud in all my right and wrong doing, you are always there for me when ever I need you, even when I had burns on my body, I didn't see you but I knew you were praying for me, I wish I could see you one more time to hug and give you the last kiss. Rest in peace 🕊 faithful and loving Mama Ayi to special, I love you and your sweet memories will remain in my heart
David Osakwe (Davido,Oluwaseun)
[29/02, 4:51 am] Naovid kitchen seasoning and spice: The best grandma in the world may your soul rest in peace🕊I do call you Iya Ayi to special, because you are so special to me, you've always been there for me and you've always been a caring and loving grandma.You always call me oluwatomisin and chimamaka,i smile anytime you called out those names, even on your sick bed you are strong and always happy, you are talented and a trustworthy person.you are a great cook and a teacher to me 🥰
I love you grandma and I will continue to love you and I will be a good girl you want me to be. Good bye to the world best caring and beautiful granny.
From Chiamaka osakwe(Oluwatomisin)
[29/02, 4:51 am] Naovid kitchen seasoning and spice: Dear grandmother,you may have passed on, but your memories would always live on with us.The moment I received the shocking and devastating news of your departure from my mum,grandma,my world caved.
I don't know how it's possible but I love you more now than I did then.You taught me more than I ever knew,you gave me reason to continue the fight, saying a better day comes after the night.where would I be were you are not around? Likely adrift in the Sea of life drowned.I am forever grateful for your love and I know you are looking down from above.
No matter what granny,you will always live on.i will try not to be sad.Grandma, we are not mourning your departure,we are celebrating your coming to this part of the universe.your contribution meant a lot and it's impart signifies you are still living.
Hmmmm mama ayi,the world best grandma, friend,supporter, mother.You know I am always very proud to say I am a member of the Ayiniola family because we United in love and live in peace.granny may your beautiful soul rest in peace, good bye grandma.
OGECHI OSAKWE (ogechineke)
[29/02, 8:33 am] Naovid kitchen seasoning and spice: I don't even know how to start writing because am still in shock, hmmmmm, Iya Ayi!! i was holding your legs telling you Iya Ayi Ololade lon pe yin you did not even recognise me anymore that makes me so sad😭
Iyami, iya daada, a selfless and a woman with a heart so pure and true, iya Ayi has no record of any conflict with any one till date, Her tolerance is second to non, the love she has for all reflect on all her children, she will always call my husband by his native name (ONUORAH) that makes him love her the more.
My mum will say ololamitide, "ohun ti o to ninu aye ee ma sekun, iwa laaye Olohun o ni fi ee sile" all this prayers are her daily words to me, Wurami will no longer pop up on my phone again hmmm....Even in pain iyami, your smile brightened,
Iya Ayi as this bound with all her grandchildren, and they are fond of her too.
MY consolation now is that you are in a better place were you no longer experience pain.. Iya Ayi International can never be forgotten bcuz your beautiful memories remains forever in our hearts.
May your soul continue to rest in the bossom of your maker🕊🕊🕊 shalom
Ololade Osakwe (OLOLAMITIDE)
David Osakwe (Davido,Oluwaseun)
[29/02, 4:51 am] Naovid kitchen seasoning and spice: The best grandma in the world may your soul rest in peace🕊I do call you Iya Ayi to special, because you are so special to me, you've always been there for me and you've always been a caring and loving grandma.You always call me oluwatomisin and chimamaka,i smile anytime you called out those names, even on your sick bed you are strong and always happy, you are talented and a trustworthy person.you are a great cook and a teacher to me 🥰
I love you grandma and I will continue to love you and I will be a good girl you want me to be. Good bye to the world best caring and beautiful granny.
From Chiamaka osakwe(Oluwatomisin)
[29/02, 4:51 am] Naovid kitchen seasoning and spice: Dear grandmother,you may have passed on, but your memories would always live on with us.The moment I received the shocking and devastating news of your departure from my mum,grandma,my world caved.
I don't know how it's possible but I love you more now than I did then.You taught me more than I ever knew,you gave me reason to continue the fight, saying a better day comes after the night.where would I be were you are not around? Likely adrift in the Sea of life drowned.I am forever grateful for your love and I know you are looking down from above.
No matter what granny,you will always live on.i will try not to be sad.Grandma, we are not mourning your departure,we are celebrating your coming to this part of the universe.your contribution meant a lot and it's impart signifies you are still living.
Hmmmm mama ayi,the world best grandma, friend,supporter, mother.You know I am always very proud to say I am a member of the Ayiniola family because we United in love and live in peace.granny may your beautiful soul rest in peace, good bye grandma.
OGECHI OSAKWE (ogechineke)
[29/02, 8:33 am] Naovid kitchen seasoning and spice: I don't even know how to start writing because am still in shock, hmmmmm, Iya Ayi!! i was holding your legs telling you Iya Ayi Ololade lon pe yin you did not even recognise me anymore that makes me so sad😭
Iyami, iya daada, a selfless and a woman with a heart so pure and true, iya Ayi has no record of any conflict with any one till date, Her tolerance is second to non, the love she has for all reflect on all her children, she will always call my husband by his native name (ONUORAH) that makes him love her the more.
My mum will say ololamitide, "ohun ti o to ninu aye ee ma sekun, iwa laaye Olohun o ni fi ee sile" all this prayers are her daily words to me, Wurami will no longer pop up on my phone again hmmm....Even in pain iyami, your smile brightened,
Iya Ayi as this bound with all her grandchildren, and they are fond of her too.
MY consolation now is that you are in a better place were you no longer experience pain.. Iya Ayi International can never be forgotten bcuz your beautiful memories remains forever in our hearts.
May your soul continue to rest in the bossom of your maker🕊🕊🕊 shalom
Ololade Osakwe (OLOLAMITIDE)
February 29, 2024
Grandma Mama Ayi, you always call us every single day. Thank you for taking very good care of us. Thank you for always cooking for us. we love you so much grandma.
February 29, 2024
To one of the most beautiful souls I know, Mama Ayi, what a shock!!! You lived your life with grace and dignity, embodying a values of compassion, resilience and faith. Your legacy lived in the countless lives you touched, you left an indelible mark in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing you.
Thank you mama Ayi for your constant prayers, a woman of prayer is who you really are. You believed in the possibilities of us your children. All your 19 grandchildren love you specially. The way you exude love and care cannot be explained.
Grandma, we find solace in knowing that you are resting in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ. Your body has been transformed to the heavenly body where there’s no more pain, struggle and weeping. Thank you for being God’s gift to humanity.
Mama Ayi your memory will forever be etched in our hearts. May your loving soul rest in peace. Till we meet at His feet on that day, radiant, victorious singing Hallelujah.
Sun re o, Mama daada.
Thank you mama Ayi for your constant prayers, a woman of prayer is who you really are. You believed in the possibilities of us your children. All your 19 grandchildren love you specially. The way you exude love and care cannot be explained.
Grandma, we find solace in knowing that you are resting in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ. Your body has been transformed to the heavenly body where there’s no more pain, struggle and weeping. Thank you for being God’s gift to humanity.
Mama Ayi your memory will forever be etched in our hearts. May your loving soul rest in peace. Till we meet at His feet on that day, radiant, victorious singing Hallelujah.
Sun re o, Mama daada.
February 29, 2024
Oh my Mama! Who will call my Children Oyinyechi and Ngozi, I still can't believe I won't see your name "Swit Mama" pop up on my phone again haaa this is hard! Who will call me every morning to pray for me. Oh you were proud of me, always wanting to show me off to everyone " This is my last Born Oluwadamilola" . You fought! But my consolation is that you are home and you are resting now. I love you so much my Mama Ayi to Special ❤️
February 29, 2024
Mama Ayi
My number one role model
The one I looked up to my entire life
You set the bar for how an amazing mother should be
How an amazing wife should be
How an amazing person should be
You taught me lessons I could have never learned in the four walls of a school
You blessed me with wisdom that I could never have gotten from anywhere
And you showered me and my siblings with love despite every hurdle we went through
You were a present mother and showed our family what true love is
I love and miss you forever
OLUBUNMI NKEMDILIM BELLO
My number one role model
The one I looked up to my entire life
You set the bar for how an amazing mother should be
How an amazing wife should be
How an amazing person should be
You taught me lessons I could have never learned in the four walls of a school
You blessed me with wisdom that I could never have gotten from anywhere
And you showered me and my siblings with love despite every hurdle we went through
You were a present mother and showed our family what true love is
I love and miss you forever
OLUBUNMI NKEMDILIM BELLO
February 29, 2024
Iya-Ayi, I am saddened that you have passed away. I wish that you were still here with us, I sought to hear your voice one more time calling me "Ifeanyichukwu". I remember each time that you called and prayed for us every single time. My heart is filled with grief that I won't get to see you again on this side of eternity. I believe you are with Jesus, watching and praying over us. I will always love you, Iya-Ayi. Olamiposi Oladejo (Ifeanyichukwu).
February 29, 2024
Iya Ayi, words can't even begin to describe the sadness that fills my heart as I write this. I never thought I would ever use the past tense to talk about you (at least not while I'm still a child). Such an agony! You were the mother to mothers. Your benevolence and love were everything to me. I remember when you used to tell me: "Oluwatomisin o ti to o". I can imagine you saying that to me now even as you sit in Heaven. You were a blessing to many, and you trained your children and children's children well. Even when you struggled on the sick bed, your spirit wasn't broken. You called us every day, and, most importantly, you were a devout Christian. You instilled the fear of God in us, and I'm sure God is proud to call you His daughter. To me, you're not dead; you're still alive in our hearts and in Heaven. I hope to see you again when that day comes, I hope you know that I love you always and you will always be my loving Iya Ayi. Good night, grandma.
Love
Olamide Oladejo (Ekenedilichukwu, as you fondly called me)
Grandson.
Love
Olamide Oladejo (Ekenedilichukwu, as you fondly called me)
Grandson.
February 29, 2024
Oh death where is thy sting, O grave where is thy victory? Iya Ayi, your heart was so pure and true, your spirit so sweet and strong, even in pain, you still reached out to all your children and grandchildren daily. How can I ever forget a soul so selfless and compassionate! You taught me to hope you gave me reason to believe that tomorrow is always bright, no matter what I face today, that still keeps me going, Mama Ayi. You taught me to love and forgive, you demonstrated how to give your all without holding back...Haa Iya Ayi, my heart is grieved that you didn't wait to hold Anwulichukwuka in your hands, you didn't wait to live in the mansion I intended building for you. But I take solace in the fact that you are in a bigger and far better mansion in Heaven with Jesus. My greatest joy is that you met and knew the Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you for all you went through for us all. Your daughters are great wives and mothers, and your only son is the husband and father anyone could ever wish for. Good night Maami. Folayemi Oladejo (Nkechiyerem)
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