Victoria Vivian Bara-Hart

It’s hard to believe that you are gone, Aunty Victoria.

The last time I saw you was in 2011, but through all the years that have passed, I have always thought of you so fondly. Looking back now, I realize just how much of an impact you had on my life, especially on the mother I became.

You exemplified what a mother should be. You were strong, loving, protective, and you never stopped fighting for your children. Watching you love and stand by your children taught me lessons about motherhood that I carried into my own life, probably more than I ever realized at the time.

And you were fun! I remember how excited Data would get whenever you were coming to the UK to spend time with family. Her excitement was contagious, and before long, I would be just as excited that you were coming. Aunty Victoria, those really were the good old days.

Life moved on, the years passed, and somehow the last time I saw you became 15 years ago. I missed you, but I took for granted that you would always be here—that there would always be another opportunity to see you again. And now you’re gone. I wish there had been one more visit, one more conversation, one more chance to tell you what you meant to me.

Thank God for the gift of you, for the memories, for the example you set, and for the part you unknowingly played in shaping the woman and mother I became.

Rest well, Aunty Victoria. You were loved, you were appreciated, and you will be remembered.

Until we meet again on the other side. ❤️

Aunty B,

It is always difficult to say goodbye to someone who’s touched so many lives in their lifetime - looking after, embracing and caring for friends and family members.

It is indeed very sad to hear about your passing - those who had the privilege to meet and know you will miss you greatly. You took a lot of family and friends under your wing and treated them with respect and kindness irrespective of who they were or whether they were related by blood or not.

Your resilience, goodwill, kindness and compassion will continue to be appreciated by all who knew you.

The Lord giveth, the Lord taketh. May he grant you eternal comfort and rest.

Sun re o 🙏🏾

Charles

TRIBUTE TO VICTORIA. A. BARA - HART.

I have fond memories of Vicky in the Arts Class of 1964-65. A jolly good fellow, very lively and friendly. Even after we left QC, our path crossed many times with her twins & my son as mates in Kings College, Lagos and especially when she needed help in the Federal Ministry of Education, Abuja while I was serving there. I visited her in her Ikeja home a few times I was in Lagos. I pray for God's provision, comfort and protection over her children and loved ones. Eternal Rest grant unto her Oh Lord and let Perpetual Light shine upon her. May she rest in Perfect Peace (AMEN)

- by Mrs Adeola. Shyllon (nee Sonaike)

TRIBUTE TO VICTORIA BARA-HART
BY CHIEF MRS AINA SOWEMIMO-COKER. QCOG 1959-63-65 SET.

Lovely Vicky was beautiful inside out. An Enigma- a class of her own. She came, she saw and she conquered.
Vicky, l now say farewell to you but not farewell to all my fondest thoughts of you. While l am at it, l send you this Celtic Blessing:
May the roadside rise to meet you. May the wind always be at your back. May the sunshine always warm up your face. May God hold you in the hollow of His hand. May the Almighty strengthen, comfort and support yr loved ones left behind. Sleep on dear friend and Sister.
By
Aina Sowemimo-Coker.
ainaouk@ yahoo.co.uk

It is with a heart of thanksgiving that I reflect on the life of a dear childhood friend. Vicky and I grew up in the same neighbourhood as children and later became classmates in Queen’s College, Yaba. She stayed for Higher School while I travelled out for further studies. Our path continued to cross in later years and was with her at her son’s wedding in Abuja many years ago. I thank God for a fulfilled life and for the many immeasurable blessings she received while with us here. It is my prayer that her soul and all the faithful departed through the mercy will rest in peace and rise in glory.

From Mrs Bolanle (Akinola) Onabanjo (1959/1963)
I have known Victoria (Thompson) Bara-Hart since 1959 when we gained admission to Queen's College and we have since been together by the Grace of God.
We finished together in 1963 Vicky as she is fondly called did her HSC while I went for my A levels .Because there was no telephone at that time - only when we saw one another.
I moved back to Lagos in 1989 and since then, a few of us in Lagos started socialising together.
Vicky appreciated visiting and being visited .She was beautiful in and out in all her interactions with us all.
Vicky gave me a pleasant surprise when she visited me last on my birthday in a wheelchair and our houses were extreme ends of Lagos to the other.
I, too, was always at her birthday get together.Later,I had a few visits to her house because of my own challenges too.
I thank God for her journey in life.
I thank God for her beautiful and caring children and grandchildren who cared for her and made her happy to the very end.
I pray for them all that they will live long in
good health and in prosperity in Jesus Mighty Name.
Adieu Vicky. Rest in perfect peace.

Tribute to Mrs Victoria Adenuwa Bara-Hart (nee Thompson)

Adieu Victoria!

Vicky and I did not just bump into each other at Queen’s College, Lagos in January 1959, we came from the same primary school, Girls’ Modern Academy at Keffi Street, Obalende, Lagos. It is now known as Aunty Ayo Comprehensive High School.

She was my childhood friend who radiated love and joy to all around her. I cannot recollect any occasion when Vicky quarreled with anybody. It was always a pleasure being with her. She loved us, her classmates, with every fiber of her being. She was always there for each and every one of us.

To me, Vicky was particularly pleasant. She always partook in the celebrations of the weddings of all my children, and was also there in my moments of grief.

Her kindness was boundless, her generosity unparalleled. She spared no time or effort to be with you in your moment of need. Not only was she beautiful on the outside, her inner beauty was remarkable.

Vicky carried herself with elegance and distinction. She was a beauty to behold. On the home front, Vicky was a firm, yet loving mother. A strict disciplinarian who instilled values of respect, hard work and discipline in her children, she upheld household rules rigorously and disobedience was not tolerated.

Later in life she became a widow with the demise of her loving husband, Magnus Bara-Hart Snr.

Vicky was deeply spiritual and committed to her faith. She was always there for her children through life’s difficult times. She has left behind her beloved children and grandchildren, in-laws and countless others whose lives she impacted positively.

Her legacy of love, generosity and faith will endure in the hearts of all who knew her.

Farewell Victoria Bara-Hart. Members of Queens College 1959/65 will miss you dearly. We are grateful for the time we had together. You came, you saw, you conquered.

Adieu my friend.

- Idayat Adenike Mumuney (nee Ajadi)
Clarksville, Maryland, USA.

My dearest Snr Vicky,

My much-loved school mother who, over the years, became such a close and dear friend, you have finally gone to a well-earned rest after so much pain and suffering over the last few years.

It is hard to believe how much time has passed since my Queen’s College days, when I started Form 1 in 1963. Somehow, I was drawn to you and asked you to be my school mother. As I got to know you, I never once regretted my choice. You became someone very special to me, and our relationship continued long after my school days were over.

We shared many good times and, even after leaving Queen’s College, we remained in touch. As the years went by, our friendship grew in its own way, and it was especially wonderful to see our children become good friends too. That connection made the bond between us even more precious.

You will be sorely missed—your presence, your warmth, and the special place you held in my life.

Rest peacefully, my dear Snr Vicky. You were loved, and you will always be remembered.

Beverly Mokwe (neé Ologundudu)

TRIBUTE TO MR VICTORIA BARA-HART NEE
THOMPSON

I Met Victoria on our first day at Queen college Yaba
on January 1959. We were both day students and were in the same
class, We used to go home together with other classmates, We went to various sport meetings.

We became boarders in our fourth year and became partners in plaiting hair for each other. Through out our stay at Queens College we were in the same class.

After we left school we kept up the friendship she
visited me at UCH Ibadan. I attended her wedding at All Saints Church and our
children attended each others birthday parties.

I went with her to Bonny in Rivers state when her husband died with Ekanem Bassey and Chief Mrs. Aluko. We went in boat on the sea from Port Harcourt
to Bonny.

She was with me when my husband died in 2012, I was at Abuja for the wedding of one of her twins and also attended the baptism of her triplet grandchildren.

Vikky was my gist partner, she worked very hard to see that her children did well especially after the death of her husband.

The children took good care of her when she was ill - they spent a lot on her, Vikky was a lovely lady good inside and out side and straight forward we got on
very well. May Vikkys soul rest in perfect peace and light perpetual shine on her in Jesus name. I pray for Gods peace and provision for all the children she left
behind. May God lead and direct them in all they do in Jesus name. Amen.

DR ABIMBOLA OREKOYA NEE MAKANJU.

Death where is thy sting ? O grave where is thy victory. ???? Eyin oninure e fi wa si le lo. Ao sokun yin ti ti. Jesu pa sokun ri VICKY ( as you were fondly called ) you came you saw you conquered Now a crown of gold & diamonds is awaiting you to be crowned in heaven The host of angels singing loudly & merrily to welcome you We your friends your entire family & members of our great society ( The Torch Bearer ) to which you were a staunch & effective member have lost a very rare Gem of inestimable value.

Our loss is heavens gain. Vicky although you went to Queens. College. Yaba. Lagos & I went to Queens School. Ede we fudged a friendship & our church society ( The. Torch. Bearer ) to which we both belong made our friendship wax stronger together with the common friends we had Besides ( The Torch ) which is the main theme of our school song & our society’s anthem is continuously being passed on. You had a very large & beautiful heart & your life was full of lovely & historic memories You lived a well fulfilled life worthy of emulation

You loved unconditionally & stood firm for what you believe in You were dependable empathetic humble elegant soft spoken with beautiful gap teeth that shows when you smile. You were epitome of beauty inside out. You were a kind loving reliable & cheerful giver. Above all you were a dedicated child of God who served her God sincerely & diligently. We all miss you dearly our own dear VICKY I pray God Almighty grant you eternal rest uphold keep console & protect your children grandkids entire family & all you left behind. IJN Sun re. Sun re Sun re.

Across the bridge there is no more sorrow.
Across the bridge there is no more pain
The sun was shining across the river
We will never be unhappy again
Good night Vicky.

Mrs. Modupe. Oshin. Nee Odugbesan

My bosom friend, Vicky, has gone to be with the Lord. My heart is filled with deep sadness and pain at the loss of such a beautiful and precious gem, taken from us far too soon.

It is still so difficult for me to accept that Vicky is truly gone. The thought that I will no longer see her, hear her voice, share conversations and laughter with her, or simply enjoy the warmth of her presence is incredibly painful. Her passing has left a void in my heart that words cannot adequately describe.

Vicky was a beautiful soul—gentle, kind, loving and caring. She had a warmth about her that made her special to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. I feel truly blessed and grateful to have called her my friend and to have shared so many precious moments and memories with her. Those memories will remain with me always.
Although my heart is heavy, I take comfort in knowing that Vicky has gone to be with the Lord. I pray that her beautiful and gentle soul rests in perfect and eternal peace, and that the good Lord receives her into His loving arms.

May God comfort, strengthen and uphold the family and friends she has left behind. May He give us all the grace to bear this painful loss and the strength to cherish the wonderful memories she gave us.

Vicky, my dear friend, I love you and I will miss you more than words can say. You will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Continue to rest peacefully in the Lord until we meet again.

Chief Mrs. Biodun Aluko

My dear Vicky you are gone from us but I will never forget you.You were my best playmate way back in our young days in Lagos.When we came back to Ghana we stayed in touch and you made sure you visited me whenever you were in Ghana. Recently Sis Josie always gave me updates of how you were faring.Sweet Vicky rest peacefully in the bosom of your Lord and God.

My dear Aunty Vicky lived a lot, and loved even more.

She was the one Aunty I inherited from my Mum's Queens College Lagos girls. Such a kindred spirit — she was a sister to every single one of her QCOG '59–'63 mates, and they were sisters right back to her. She loved them deeply and genuinely, and they loved her exactly the same way.

When my Mum passed, Aunty Vicky was right there with us. She was carrying her own health struggles at the time, and she still stood with us, and she mourned her friend deeply.

Today, August 23rd, I saw a flyer and learned she'd been gone almost a month. I'm still stunned.

And I'm so sorry. I hadn't reached out in years, not since Mum passed. I keep wishing I could wind the clock back, and knowing I can't is hitting me hard.

It's true what they say — your death comes on an ordinary day. In the middle of unfinished plans, unanswered messages, dreams still in progress. The world keeps turning… but eternity begins.

So don't just live a little. Live for what lasts. Walk with God. Love deeply. Forgive quickly. Speak truth. Choose what honours Christ.

Rest in perfect peace, Aunty Vicky. May the Almighty comfort all of us, and especially her children and grandchildren.

Dear Sister, VICTORIA BARA_HARAT,you have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, you have kept the faith, Now there is in store for you the crown of righteousness, according to 2Timothy 4:7-8"
Thank God for your life well spent for God and humanity and in our Society the Torch Bearer .
A woman of substance, disciplined, soft spoken and loving.
You have gone to rest in the bosom of your Heavenly Father.
Until the day of resurrection, rest peacefully in the living arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Sun re ooooo.

A lovely old lady. Met her through her son who is my boss, Mr senibo.. She was so warm. Her calmness radiates her surrounding.. May her soul rest in eternal peace.. Goodbye Mama.🤍

My Love, my girlfriend was our greeting, Auntie Vic… there are a few sweet souls I know on this earth and You, my dear Auntie, are one unforgettable soul. Your words and your smile were filled with love. Thoughts of you brings nothing but warmth to my heart as anytime we speak, it’s pure love I feel. I will keep you deep within and I know God has you in His loving arms. We love and will forever miss you. Rest well my love, my girlfriend. Till we meet again.

Senior Vicky was very much my senior in QC. I was in Form 1 in 1965 when she was in Upper Sixth class; yet I felt her inner beauty and kindness. Later on we reconnected through other school mates and her son Jonathan when he came to Ecowas.
Snr Vicky was warm, kind and forever smiling. You feel comfortable in her presence.
May the angels welcome your home coming and smile on you as I believe that you have gone with the big, beautiful smile that we all know you with. Rest in eternal peace dear Senior Vicky

Our Darling We give thanks to Our Lord for your beautiful life that we shared at Our Alma Mater! You were outgoing, caring and loved. We are grateful for who you were! Rest in Eternal Peace Amen

I never met you but the delightful son you raised made me think the world of you. Rest well mama.

I write this with sadness in my heart. I remember our last conversation in May, Never did i fathom that the conversation will be our last. Your last days you were in agony but God knows best. I’m happy that you always saw me as one of your children at the same time i am sad that i now have to speak about you in past tense. May your sweet soul Rest in Peace.

Tribute to a woman of Grace;
Sister Victoria Bara Hart was a very loving, warm, resilient and strong woman who loved the Lord and walked according to His ways.
She was an active member of The Torch Bearers Society of All Saints' Church Yaba.
She will be sorely missed by all of us .
My dear aunty, you have come, seen and conquered. You conquered sickness, pain, worries and finally death.
There awaits you a glorious crown by your maker.
Sleep on peacefully in the bosom of your Saviour till we meet again.
Adieu to a great woman.
From Barr Mrs Olukemi Osinowo. President, Torch Bearers Society.

Oh my dear sister Bara-Hart; a loving, sweet, and very caring soul indeed! You have done your best, and your deeds have been recorded. Your love of your Society, the Torchbearers of All Saints, Yaba, was evident to all!
Good night my sister and gallant soldier of the Most High God!
Good night my friend!
We shall indeed, meet again on the Resurrection morning, and part no more.
ADIEU!
Olori Lydia Adza Ajayi.

Dear Aunty Vic,
Rest peacefully with our good Lord.

Ever since you fell seriously ill, we have begged God to bless you with all you need to endure and overcome it all. He knows what is best for you so we can only thank Him for blessing us with yousuch a wonderful , beautiful and kind Aunt. Aunty Vic we appreciate your frequent visits to us in Ghana for almost all events held by our Thompson and allied families.

Aunty.We shared goid times and bad times together. On my last visit to you a short while ago you were still smiling as usual. God rest your dear soul and comfort us all who are missing you. Amen