Biography
Mrs A was born in the early 1950s to the family of late Pa A and Madam A of Ojude Oba Compound, Moniya, Ibadan, Oyo state.
She attended D.C Primary School, Akingbile, Ibadan, for her elementary education and Ogbomosho Grammar School, Ogbomoso, for her secondary. She obtained her tertiary education from College of Education, Ilesha, Osun state, and University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo state.
She served as Olurin Corper at Luther Kings College, Ile-Ogbo, Osun state, where she later taught. She also taught at Community High School, Iseyin, and Community High School, Ogunmoso. She served as the principal at Community High School, Oyo town, a post she held till her gentle departure.
Her commitment to the Christian Faith is exemplified by her duty as the Sunday school superintendent and a member of the educational management board at Glory Baptist Church, Ibadan, Oyo state. She also served as treasurer for Women Missionary Union, Blessed Baptist Church, Ibadan, Oyo state. In 2019, she was awarded Outstanding Mother during Blessed Baptist Church Mothers' Anniversary.
One for social and recreational activities, her hobbies were listening to music, watching football, and swimming.
On 23 March 1999, she married her sweetheart, Mr A. The Lord blessed the union with two wonderful and God-fearing children.
Mrs A is survived by her husband, children, siblings and her father.
Tributes
“It all seems like yesterday when I had the uncommon privilege and honor of being your husband. You are an extraordinary wife, teacher, mentor and a very disciplined mother to our children. As long as I live you will always be the love of my life. Continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord.”
The husband
“Losing a mother can be a very painful and heartbreaking moment for anyone. We never thought that a day would come when we had to say goodbye. It is not easy but you will always be in our hearts. Time passed by so quickly that we never got the chance to thank you for everything you had done for us. Without you nothing will be the same as before. It will be difficult getting back to normal life. But we assure you that we will be strong no matter how difficult things get, and we promise to take good care of your lovely husband. Love you.”
The children
“The National Union of Teachers, Ibadan Branch, console the family of Mrs A on her demise. We pray to God to forgive her all her misdeeds and give her eternal life. We equally pray for her family as well.”
NUT, Ibadan
“The registrar of Ogbomoso Community Grammar School, condole with the family of my boss. She was a leader indeed and a pathfinder during her life. May Allah give the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.”
The School Registrar
“May your soul rest in perfect peace.”
Auntie Jumi
“Death is inevitable. It is so sad we have to lose you too soon. God almighty will give you a perfect rest and He will fill the vacuum you left in Jesus name. Goodnight.”
Women’s Union, Church of Christ
“You came, you saw, you conquered. Rest in peace.”
Pastor (Mrs) Fani-Oni Akorede
“Mrs A, my landlord, rest in the blossom of the lord Jesus Christ.”
Dami Akeredolu
“Your death is sudden to us. You were a valuable member among us. Your contributions when you were with us were unqualifiable. You are indeed a force we are not forget. Rest on and rest well until we meet at the feet of our maker. We shall sorely miss you. Goodnight.”
The Secretary, Akingbile Landlord Association
“You will always be remembered for your indiscriminating relationship with us as junior staff in our midst. I say goodnight.”
Niyi Ojo
“Mrs A, your death was sudden. One philosopher says “your time is passed, my time is passed, but the record of it will never." Goodnight.”
Cynthia Eberechukwu
“Death is inevitable. We shall all pay the price. May you soul rest in perfect peace. You are such a dependable and enduring person. Adieu, our oga, Mrs A.”
Councillor
“People know you as a good, reliable and loving woman, but God, the most knowing, knows the “how” and “why” your death happens now that your good qualities would have helped the progress of not only your family members but also other people. Sleep on well and rest in peace. (Amin.)”
Chief and Chief (Mrs) Jedidiah Ogungbenro
Appreciation
The entire family of Mrs A sincerely express our gratitude to almighty God for making the burial a huge success.
To all who attended, your presence, support, guidance and kind words cannot be overstated. God's protection and blessings will dwell upon you as you depart to your various destinations.