Dear Family It is with a heavy heart that I write this to honour our beloved father. A man whose life left an indelible mark on all who knew him. His kindness, wisdom, and strength reflected the love of Christ in such a beautiful way. Though words can never fully capture the depth of his impact, I know his legacy will live on through you and all who carry his memory.
In this moment of loss, I want to remind you of the God who never leaves us, even in our darkest hours. Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Our Heavenly Father is near, wrapping you in His love and peace. Lean on Him, for He is the greatest source of comfort and strength.
Grief has a way of overwhelming us, but as believers, we know this separation is not the end. Your father has merely stepped into the presence of the Lord, where there is no more pain or sorrow, only eternal joy. Revelation 21:4 reassures us of this promise: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” As you walk through this season, I encourage you to hold tightly to the Word of God. It is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path (Psalm 119:105). Let the scriptures remind you of His unfailing promises and give you hope. Remember that the same God who upheld your parents all their days is with you now, offering His strength and peace.
Your father’s life was a testimony of God’s grace, and now it is our responsibility to carry forward the light of his example. Keep standing on the Word, for it will sustain you and guide you through every storm. In time, the pain of loss will give way to the sweet memories of his love and the joy of knowing you will see him again one day.
May the peace of Christ rule in your heart, dear bro Elisha, Emmanuel, sis Charity, Elizabeth & your families, may His Word be your anchor. I am here for you, praying for you, and walking this journey with you.
With love and prayers, Beaulah

To a Great Man of God I never imagined I would be writing this so soon. Who would have thought that the last time I would see you would be my mum’s birthday. I’m still yet to come to terms with your demise. You were a pastor, father, a cheerleader and many more. My favourite memory of you growing up was when you used to give money to those who came out first three in class as a form of encouragement to us as kids. I remember the joy on our faces whenever we came to your office after service to tell you how well we did in class. You encouraged us to excel, not forgetting to hold on to God and our root. The last time we spoke, you were so happy to see me and you prayed for me. That was how you were. You were loving, a great teacher, supportive and down to earth. You opened your home to everyone and made sure we were all doing well despite the distance. Thank you for all you did and your impact in the message. It won’t be forgotten. Your demise is a great loss that cannot be filled but I am consoled by the fact that you lived a great life, you ran your race and you have gone to be with the Lord. We are left with the blessed memories and your legacy. Indeed precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. He gives and He taketh away. May your soul rest till we meet at His feet.

“Only remembered, Only remembered, Only remembered by what we have done, Thus would we pass from the earth and its toiling, Only remembered by what we have done.” I couldn’t come to terms with writing this Tribute as no one is ever ready to say goodbye forever. Your departure has added to one of those hard truths in life. In total submission to God's will, I celebrate your life and the glorious Footprints you have left on the sands of time.
My Generous Uncle, I will always liken you and your character to “A glass of refreshing lemonade in the hot summer of life”. You genuinely loved and cared for me, thank you! Your heart, hands, and home were wide open to all. Hospitality was your watch word. My Witty Uncle, your great sense of humor was bar-none! Our few and lengthy conversations were packed with your words of Wisdom and your excellent command of Ijesha Dialect made me burst into fits of laughter While gleaning from your wealth of knowledge! My Exemplary Uncle Ranti, You were an example of a believer, You deeply respected marriage, family, and community. You loved and trained your family in the way of the Lord. Death cannot extinguish the light, the fire will continue burning forever! My Great Uncle, Mentor, and Benefactor even though you’re no longer physically present, You will stay alive in my heart forever, as I will always Remember all the great things you have done. It’s goodbye for now and not forever. Rest in perfect peace, Uncle, Big Cousin, and Olori-Ebi   - Ayo Abodunwa

With a heavy heart, still trying to comprehend your demise. God so much loves you more than us that he didn't even bother about our feelings. He is still God. Thank you for living a Life of purpose.
Keep resting till the resurrection morning.

TRIBUTE TO MY BELOVED PASTOR.
Pastor, you are worthy to be celebrated as a good pastor, a good friend, a caring pastor, and a good father. You demonstrated good leadership skills full of faith, humility and love, etc. And the love you showed me made me become a MALACHI FOUR believer. Pastor, truly you're a God sent to us. Your legacy here on earth would never never be deleted and memories will always be present in our hearts. I celebrate all your lifestyle more, especially the love you have for God's vineyard. You so much loved to do the works of God. Pastor, sleep well and watch us performing all the good works you've taught us to do until we meet to part no more.
From your lovely daughter Gladys Goodluck Ojo ♥️ ❤️ 💖

Tribute to a True Servant of God There are individuals who come into your life and leave an indelible mark, shaping your journey in ways words cannot fully express. He was one such person—a constant source of strength, encouragement, and unwavering love. He wasn’t just a friend to my family; he became family. His presence was a gift, walking with us through life’s highs and lows with a heart full of compassion, patience, and grace.
Through life’s challenges, he was always there—offering encouragement when we felt weak, wisdom when we were lost, and unwavering support that reminded us we were never alone. He walked alongside us in moments of sorrow and joy, constantly pouring out love and showing us what it meant to live with faith and purpose.
He was a rare breed, the kind of person the world desperately needs but rarely finds. A true servant of the Lord, he lived love in its purest form—through action, through sacrifice, and through a heart that always sought to help others. His life was a sermon in itself, a testament to what it means to live with purpose and grace.
It is hard to accept his absence because his presence was so profound, so integral to the fabric of our lives. The loss is immense, and the grief feels insurmountable. Yet, even in this pain, we celebrate a life so well-lived, a legacy so rich with love and light.
Thank you for being everything you were. Thank you for showing us what it means to truly serve, to love without reservation, and to walk in the footsteps of Christ. You will forever remain in our hearts, and the impact you had on our lives will echo through generations. We are better because of you, and we are grateful for the time we were blessed to share with you.
Rest well, good and faithful servant. Your work here is done, and your reward in heaven is well-deserved.

Tribute To Rev. Elijah Oluranti Akinyemi, A True Shepherd With heavy hearts and tearful eyes, we bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Rev. Elijah Akinyemi, whose passing leaves us in a profound state of sadness. His departure touches us deeply, for he was not just a pastor but a beacon of light that illuminated countless lives.
Your unwavering dedication to spreading love, hope, and the message of Malachi 4:5-6 has left an indelible mark on the hearts of many.
You impacted our lives beyond measure through your godly example and total commitment to the heavenly vision.
Rev. Elijah Akinyemi, your journey here may have ended, but your legacy lives on. You have fought a good fight, finished your course, and kept the faith.
Rest in the arms of the One you tirelessly served.
With love and gratitude,

TRIBUTE TO MY LOVING FATHER IN-LAW I was in shock when I heard of your demise, but the almighty God who gives and takes know it all. You were a true father to me and I can never forget your words of advice.
October 20, 2024 being the last day you ministered to us at home during the morning devotion. You told us that this world is not our home and we should hold God with everything in us. You said, we should make sure we don't miss heaven, that you saw an Angel. We will greatly miss your sermons.
I will really miss the way you call me "Monisola" or "Mama Ibeji ni kan soso". Truly, our lives are not in our hands but in God's hands. I know you are in a better place. You'll greatly be missed. Keep resting till we meet in the resurrection morning.

TRIBUTE TO MY BIG DADDY The psalmist said in Psalm 116:15; "Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints".
The moment I heard of your demise, I thought about the sermon you shared with us on 20th October, 2024, during our morning devotion and that was the last time you were at home before you were hospitalized. You were so passionate and hitting the words hard, telling us to hold God firmly and make sure we don't miss the coming of the LORD. Little did we know that it's the last time we'll see you at home. You truly left us with great sermons. I'll really miss those sermons and the Ministry God gave you.
Big dad, I'll never forget your words of encouragements, it meant the world to me and how you mentored me, have been of great help to me.
Words fail me to elucidate your generosity. Indeed, you'll greatly be missed. It breaks my heart writing all these but it pleased the Lord to call you Home and I can't question Him because He makes all things beautiful in His own time. I miss you, Big Dad!!!
Keep on resting in the bosom of the Lord until we meet again where we will part no more.

Lives of great men all remind us, We can make our lives sublime, and departing, leave behind us footprints on the sands of time.
Sir , You were a great man of your time, you served the Lord with your life, your family and your resources and time knowing that according to 2 Cor 4:15 -16 “For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God. For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.” St Paul said “For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.” ‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭4‬:‭16‬-‭18.
We remember visiting you in London with our children and our Pastor Bro Caleb , you shook us but you shook my wife twice and said “God bless you Sis Rapture, your name is what we hope for and I don’t want to miss it”. Little did we know that was a message in greeting.
You have lived your life and have gone to that eternal place to meet with your maker and your lovely wife, oh what a reunion.
Our hearts go for your lovely children whom you and your wife taught to serve the Lord and they are serving the Lord just as you have shown them. We mourn with them at this time not as one without hope but we have a hope of the Resurrection.
Keep resting sir, till we meet to part no more. Be encouraged Sis Eli, Bro Gbenga, Sis Charity And Bro Emmanuel because Roses will bloom again. Adieu Sir💐 Bro Ben & Sis Rapture Ebhodaghe