It is hard to believe that the angels have packed you home at a time we least expected. We are unable to take in the fact that your sudden demise has unexpectedly terminated the moments we enjoyed with you.

Auntie, as we always referred you; you are a beautiful flower plucked from the flower bed to be a sweet-smelling saviour in the presence of your maker. But it is hard to come into terms with the fact that we will never hear from you again. Sweet memories fill us anytime we remember that you found pleasure in sharing advice with us and that those moments will forever be cherished. We found consolation in you whenever we got downhearted.

Your benevolent smile lifted our hearts anytime you were near us. It’s gone now! Never to come back, oh. How sad we feel until now! The glow in your eyes always sent encouragement far and wide. Everyone admired your wisdom in solving complex issues any time we sought your input.

You were a role model, and now we can proudly say that you left footprints in the sands of time.

Auntie, you were calm even when a situation seemed unbearable. Admittedly, we have lost a precious jewel; if death were stoppable, we would have kept it from coming your way.

Fare thee well, Auntie. You fought a good fight and won the race. You left a legacy that will be read through the generations, current and those to come. You left a mark in our hearts, and nothing will ever erase. It is indelibly in our hearts. You were a gem and will remain cherished.

Invariably, auntie, our love for you will forever remain.

Mr Ademola and Mrs Adetoun Adebowale