Olufunke Abiola Soyele

Mummy, l don't know where to start for u her so kind, loving, caring and u her a cheerful giver, l could remember when we wanted to rent an apartment from u , u asked that how many children do we have we said none and u said as we enter ur house we will have our children as u said God answered how many can l say. rest on mum

Funke, I never knew you'll leave so soon. Am still traumatized but am happy that you saw Christ before. Over ,3 decades I have known you,you re a selfless n amazing person. Very hardworking n ready to help personality. I will miss you so much, Funke. God will comfort your children n grant you external rest ore mi olowo as we fondly called ourselves.

Hmmmm.......even if I manage or skillfully stay and use lingua franca to express the signals in the recess of my spirit, it would be very inadequate. At the rendezvous; the rapture, we shall know all things as it is. I love you forever, mum.

My beautiful auntie Funke, so very sad to hear that you have departed.

I was shocked to hear of this sudden news and wish you could stay longer with us… Tears rolled from my eyes. Oh auntie Funke you are precious to me. You were so loving and caring, you were an impactful woman to everyone around you. Auntie Funke you felt my pain as a woman of uncommon courage. You stood for the truth at all times and spoke your mind in a plain and forthright manner. What you saw with her is was what you got. She was diligent in all she did and emphasised high moral and spiritual values.

I remember the song we sang for your children when they were very young “Duro ti, duro ti, duro ti mi Oluwa” many years ago and each time you called you would say - “duro ti, duro ti!”. This will always remain in my memories. I remember our days with you, on our vacations… my look alike, you will always be missed. Continue to rest in the bosom of your Lord, we love you. But God loves you most.
Rest in peace we will always miss you.

Though Funke was taken from us far too soon, her spirit will forever remain in our hearts and memories. She was a radiant light in our lives, a source of joy and comfort, whose laughter could brighten even the darkest days. Funke had a remarkable gift for uplifting those around her, effortlessly turning sadness into smiles.

In her lifetime, she touched countless lives with her kindness, compassion, and unwavering support. We will always cherish the deep love she showed us, and her boundless generosity whenever we visited home. Her warmth and hospitality made every visit feel like a true homecoming.

As we say goodbye, we hold close the treasured memories of the joy and love she brought into our lives. Funke, may you rest in peace, surrounded by the love you so generously shared with us all. You will live on in our hearts forever.

I received this news with so much sadness and grieve in my heart.
My prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
I pray God the comforter will comfort and keep the children, grand children, extended families and friends left behind.
Keep resting Mummy Soyele ❤️❤️

Dearest Mummy,

To say that we are devastated and heartbroken is indeed an understatement. It still feels like a bad dream but who are we to question God?

You were such a force to reckon with…Kind, fierce, generous, industrious, prayerful, fearless, fashionable, funny, fun-loving, strong, disciplinarian, loving, wise, supportive, nurturing, determined and compassionate.

Our beloved matriarch, we want to thank you for all your love and sacrifices. You poured all you had and were into your family and were always a guiding light for us.

It hurts so much that you and Tomiwa will not be having your fun moments anymore. To think that that was one of the very last things you did with him before you left us. Haa mummy, I can still see your face, your smile, hear your voice and your laughter. It is well.

Mummy, we love you but God loves you more. We take solace in knowing that you are resting in the bosom of our Lord now. Till we meet to part no more. Your legacy continues in our hearts and lives. We will forever cherish all the memories you created with us.

RIP Mum.

Wow! it came in a shock to hear of your demise Ma, obviously God knows best,

There are so many amazing things to say about you but this one I would never forget, how you offered to pay my school fees when my Dad had issues paying it, Bayo spoke with you about it and you agreed, it meant a whole lot.

Thank you for a godly life, May you soul rest in peace Ma.

Dear Mummy,

Words can’t express how I feel right now. As I struggle to type this, I vividly remember the first day I met you. We were house hunting, and Niran, the first person I knew in your family, introduced mine to yours. Not only did you and Daddy let us the apartment, but you also took us in as family.

I have so many wonderful, beautiful memories with your family, and it pains me deeply that you both are gone now. I take little relief in the fact that I got to experience just how wonderful you were as a person. You always looked out for us, and I am forever grateful for that & aIso to have had the chance of knowing you.

I miss you greatly, With all my love and gratitude, Rest well Mama
Koya

Hmm… Mummy Soyele! I’ve thought hard of what to type, but still hasn’t come easy. You were the only friend we knew with our Mum, you both had a whole list of plans, but Alas, they won’t be done!!! We are all still devastated but God Almighty knows best - we can’t question him at all.

Sleep on & well Ma🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 till we all meet to ask those questions without answers!

Your demise was a shock to the family,but God knows the best,we love you God Loves you best.Continue to rest in the blossom of the Lord

The very amiable Mrs. Soyele was a family friend for so many years. She was the closest neighbour and friend to our mum after our father passed on.
She was also my younger brother's second mum, despite their differences on a few occasions. She was such a sweet soul who could relate with everyone, regardless of age difference. I'm thankful to God for the opportunity of knowing her.
I pray that the Almighty strengthens and consoles her lovely children and loved ones; and grant her peaceful rest.
The Isimijola family miss her a lot.

Words cannot describe how i feel right now. I am totally devastated. Rest on ma. We take solace in the fact you have gone to be with the Lord. May the good lord comfort your loved ones who are feeling the void of departure.

Your demise leave a vacuum in our heart. You were such a loving and caring person. Rest on till the resurrection day.

Rest on mama till we'll meet to part no more in His bosom. You are sorely missed mama.

My heart is broken, may your beautiful soul rest in peace ma, GOD bless you for always being a mother figure 2 me...

A TRIBUTE TO AN EXTRAORDINARY WOMAN WHO EMBODIED LOVE AND GENEROSITY

Mrs. Olufunke Soyele left us very peacefully and unexpectedly. She was a model of love, compassion, and generosity until her very last moments on earth.

Her mission made a significant difference in the lives of many people. The great number of those who knew her when she was alive continue to testify about the kind of person she was—a courageous woman!

She wasn't a celebrity or a well-known political figure; her death wasn't mentioned in the newspapers or on the radio. However, her departure touched many people. She was thinking of others until her very last moments on earth; she was a role model!

Mummy Soyele, you spent your life helping others. You were always there for those in need—whether they needed assistance during a difficult time or simply wanted an ear that would listen without judging, condemning, or prejudging.

Mrs. Olufunke Soyele was well-known and admired in the church community for her qualities of authenticity, humility, generosity, integrity, and self-respect. She continually expressed love and charity to those around her. Her mission was great: she taught others the importance of loving and of not being afraid to say it!

All of her relationships were transformed by one single ingredient: love—the most essential ingredient for our time here on earth.

The best remedy for a difficult event that turns our lives upside down is to give love freely and to receive the love that comes to us in return. We get what we give.

Mummy Soyele, as she was fondly called, your death has reminded us that, when we leave this sinful world, our material goods, roles, titles, and profits no longer matter. All that counts when we leave, when we have completed our mission, is that we loved fully and were loved in return. We sincerely believe that when we leave this life, our soul takes this love with it. When you love fully, only then are you truly alive! We get back what we give!

We can die having been miserable with others, or we can die having made a difference and leaving beautiful memories in the minds of people.

Thinking of Mrs. Olufunke Soyele automatically brings a smile to the lips of those who knew her because she loved life. She always had a smile.

Thank you, OUR GREAT IN-LAW, for the great privilege of having known you and your family for over twenty years. We know you are still here among us. Thank you for reminding us that the present moment is precious and that we should make the most of it by loving fully and generously.

A great woman whose deeds in love and generosity will continually be a pillar of strength for all saints, a perfect pattern that will draw and guide more souls to the kingdom of God.

Spread your wings and fly proudly, Mummy Soyele. You have earned it!
May your gentle soul continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord until we part no more.

ADIEU, OUR GREAT IN-LAW.

PASTOR (Engr.) AND DEACONESS E.O. OLADIPUPO.

Forever in my heart, i still can’t believe you are gone.
A friend of over 40 years,
I remember the first day I stepped into UBA's Head office, you were the first person to welcome and make me feel comfortable. You were such a loving and kind human .. you are indeed God's masterpiece.

Funke, I remember we got married the same year and had our first child few months apart in the same year as well.

I will continue to honor and cherish every memory we shared , my beloved friend❤️

You will be surely missed.
Rest in the bosom of the Lord my dear friend.

Ma sun Olufe Ko si ma simi
Gb' ori le aiya Olugbala Re
A fe o, sugbon Jesu fe o ju,
Sun re, Sun re, Sun re.


Louisa Ibironke Ezekiel (Nee Marinho)

I was shocked when I heard about your Demise it is unbelievable up till now that you are no more.You served God & mankind thru out your lifetime.You were so Loving,kind hearted that knew no end.You are generous to a fault.I will always remember you in my heart the advice you gave me..May God rest your soul.(amen)

I met you just once, but you were so welcoming and full of love. You prayed for me and wished me well after you hosted me in your house. We are glad that Believers dont die, they sleep in the lord, so we are sure we would meet again at the feet of Jesus

Princess Abiola Soyele my beautiful sister, we all love you but God loves you more. This is a big shock to me as I never knew I will never see you again. Your prayers for me when I was processing my stay in the UK and encouragement still remain in my memory. You're a mother, sister to everyone that comes your way. The Lord will help you to guide and protect all the children you left behind. Good night my beautiful sister Princess Abiola Soyele

HMMM, STILL LIKE A BAD DREAM! ADIEU TO A VERY GOOD FRIEND & WORK COLLEAGUE! MAY YOUR GENTLE SOUL FIND ETERNAL REST IN THE BOSOM OF OUR LORD🙏 😭

Aunty, its so so sad that you had to leave so soon, but we know God loves you most. I pray that God grant you rest in his bosom and keep your family. Continue to rest in peace.

This is so so sad and touching. Gone, but never far from our hearts. Deepest sympathy for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling right now. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers... Mummy was a blessed, cheerful, and a woman of virtue, she's the true definition of a Mother and a wife... So long mummy.

Words fail me and my heart is heavy with grief but we give glory to God as He knows best. My very Gracious, kind and childhood friend Rest In Peace. Gone to soon. May your memories comfort us that you are in a good place and God console us, your children and family. Amen

Our path crossed at United Bank for Africa, Ilupeju branch in the early 80s. You were older but I will always start a fight by calling you aburo. With your contagious smile and laughter, you will object seriously and replied "something is wrong with you, you don't know your mate". This scene continued even till our old age. You actually deceived me with you laughter and your carriage when we visited you to commiserate with you on the demise of your husband. Had I know you were planning to leave us suddenly, I would have parked my load and moved in with you to take watch of you and prevent your sudden departure, but nobody has power over the day of death, so says the books of Ecclesiastes 8 v 8. Funky baby like I usually call you, funny enough, I am yet waiting for a call that will debunk the news of your death and declare it a prank. Rest on my egboaburo. I pray that Jehovah will grant us the fortitude to bear your loss

Oluwafunke was a colleague @ UBA Ilupeju in the early 80’s. We lost contact after l left Nigeria but we finally reconnected in the mid 2021. I was shocked & saddened when l heard about her death. A truly beautiful soul, so loyal and so kind. Sacrificed so much for her family & friends. Remembering the prayers & night Virgil to ensure her daughter was able to secure visa to come to USA. In my heart l will forever cherish your friendship & advice until the day that we meet again. Rest softly now, safe in the knowledge that l will never let your memory fade, and so you will never truly die. You will surely be missed. I pray that the Lord give the children the fortitude to bear the loss. Adieu Funke.

Life is a mystery. So mysterious it catches us unaware and doesn't give time for absorbers..This hurts differently for me as there are lots of unspoken words between us ..I was hoping for a date with you again and never would it have crossed my mind that, it will be the last time we would dine together.
But I take solace in the fact that you died making your peace with God..
I am happy with the good memories I have of you and I pray you have everlasting peace .
Till Jesus comes..
Sleep well ma..
It is well.

Thank you grandma, for the short time spent together..I will forever hold on to those memories of us..
I LOVE YOU TOO GRANDMA..
Goodnight..

Funke, oh gone too soon. We were a bridge across so many rivers. Your friendship, valuable advice, smiles, and loving kindness can not be forgotten. My prayerfully wish is that you will find help and grace of Godon your triumphant journey back home. Also may your children and family members will be divinely console and recieve the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.
Adeiu my lovely sista.

Lots of people call you Iya Ade,but I choose to call you mummy Desola, cos she's the only baby girl. This feels so unreal 😢 😢 😭, to think that I was with you on the 12th of Aug,planning how the next day was gonna be.;You were full of life. I was completely heart-broken ❤.hearing abt your passing d very next morning. 😢. I kept asking how?
We were your tenants, but you took us like family, I automatically became your 'aburo'. You facilitated the purchase of the land we built our home..You were a kind soul in n out. Bukky Ashafa n I were even planning how we'll surprise you on the 4th of Sept.
But who can question the Almighty? We take solace in God that you lived a good life, you lived n died in Christ. May the Lord grant the children you left behind the fortitude to bear this loss. Rest on daughter of zion. I love you big sis ❤ 🙏.

Mrs Olufunke Soyele, a mom to me, was a beacon of light and warmth to everyone who knew her. Her ever smiling face could light up the darkest room. We carry her memories in our heart, forever grateful for the time we shared even as we say "may her soul rest in peace and the blossom of God Almighty".
You will be dearly missed but never forgotten by us all.

Still like a dream, a reality so sad and painful that we won't get to see a precious Jewel again.

Grandma was more than a mother to me. She was a pure definition of a virtuous woman, a disciplinarian, a prayer warrior, a smart hardworking woman, so empathetic, a selfless giver, a fashionista, very honest in her dealings, a problem solver, a woman with a beautiful heart. Her strength in uniting the family I admired so much.

Mum, your midnight prayers will be greatly missed, the kids will miss your love, care and how you pray for them whenever we visit and each time you call. You made me believe more in the power of prayers in your words kò sókè míràn léyìn Olorun (God is the ultimate).

Death came too early but we can't question God, sad to say goodnight but heaven gained a precious soul. May her gentle soul continue to rest in perfect peace.

Hmmmm, Mrs. Funke Soyele a.k.a iya Ade in my voice. Your death came to me as a rude shock that I never expected. But who are we to question your creator. Rest on in the bossom of your creator dear sis. We love you but God loves you more

Mummy Sho, having lived in the same area, I knew how close you and Daddy Sho were. I knew you will find it difficult to cope without him but nobody saw this coming. I can still picture your smile when Daddy Sho cracked jokes and threw banters. Truly, life is not scripted. Continue to rest Ma.

Ma, you were so kind and warmth. You took us as a family and my wife became your 'aburo'. While it is difficult to accept, we take solace knowing that you are with our Lord whom you loved so much. Adieu ma.

Mrs Soyele was a loving and devoted wife to her late husband, Prince Biodun Soyele who was my University colleague and a bossom friend. Funke, as we called her, was also a devoted mother to her children and grandchildren. After the demise of Biodun, our friend, a visit to Mrs Soyele showed the picture of a devastated and thoroughly sad woman. Known to many of Biodun's friends is the fact that the late couple depended on eachother a lot. May the Lord comfort the entire family, especially the children. May the departed find rest with their maker in Jesus name. Pastor Emmanuel A Dalumo.

Dear Ma. I received the news with shock and couldn't believe it. It's really sad to lose you but it's total submission to the will of GOD...May GOD grant you eternal rest in his bossom and give your loved children fortitude to bear this loss. May his protection and guidance never depart them..Aameen

Princess Olufunke Soyele!
Today, my family mourns the death of Princess Olufunke, a Virtuous Woman. All of us in the family bid you farewell.
Funke, while it is painful to refresh our minds of the ugly development, the memory of your friendly visits to your husband and me at the University of Ibadan cannot be forgotten in a jiffy. A striking memory of yours, that remains evergreen, was that of a few courtesy visits to Abbey, then your fiancé, in UI. The visits were marked with joy, happiness and conviviality. You visited with numerous food, lots of money and many gift items for Biodun who generously shared with me your act of kindness.
No doubt the duo loved each other very much. They lived transparently with each other, both financially and otherwise. They started with little or nothing but employed all that was humanly possible to give their children the best form of education any discerning parents could bestow on their wards. More importantly, they raised their children in the way of the Lord. I am sure your children will carry on the crusade and evangelism, which you guarded so jealously, to the end.
Now that the two of you are presently resting in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ, we believe that the Almighty God will extend solace to the bereaved, particularly your young children, who are deeply affected and devastated by your sudden departure. Amen.
Olufunke, Abiyamo tooto, sureo.
Femi Adeyeye, a bosom family friend.

May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace Olufunky.

She was my good friend and sister we shared so much together like blood sisters and I will miss her so much. Till we meet again ADIEU my lovely sister (Olufunke Abiola Soyele)

Funke as I fondly call you,your death came to me as rude shock... I can't believe you're no more...hmmm..words alone can't express
pain and grief writing this...Ore.. keep resting in the right hand of the Lord till we meet to part no more. Pitan Moji

It's a shocking news to hear about your death, words fail me. May your soul rest in peace in Jesus name.

My ever smiling sister, the news of your departure from this sinful world came as a rude shock .Sleep on dear till we meet to part no more.

Tribute to my bosom friend Mrs Funke Abiola Soyele. Where do I really start from? Sho sho as we fondly call each other. I have not really come out of the rude shock of Your hubby's demise. And now this, a very terrible blow. what do I believe in all my numerous thoughts? My head is banging, my brain is full, my eyes clouded with tears & my heart is 💔. I am so devastated. My hearty friend, whoever sees one sho,must definitely ask of the other sho! Sho Sho, is this the end of journeying together? Ha! It's unbelievable. I can go on & on never-ending tribute, whenever & wherever we were always the cynosure of people's eyes. Amoor o God is unquestionable. Ore bi sister sun re o! Till we meet to part no more.

My ever happy sis, sleep on in His beauty n glory, rest eternal upon you
Princess
Love you forever
Princess Bola-Sanni

Still can't believe you are gone Funke,my childhood friend and my confidant .
Who are we to question God ?
lt's just too heavy on us.
May your gentle soul ,rest in peace.

Ore, You were my childhood friend. We grew up together in Iponri. I sent a message to you on that fateful day, not knowing that you were no more. Rest in peace ore.