Tribute to My Beloved Mother — “Mama”
Mama…
How can I begin to speak about a woman whose love shaped my entire world? How can I put into words the life of someone whose presence was a blessing to everyone around her?
Mama was not just my mother — she was my heart, my prayer warrior, my comfort, my home. She was a woman of peace and strength, of faith and laughter. She lived 99 beautiful, fruitful years — years filled with kindness, wisdom, and joy. Even in her old age, Mama remained strong and independent — walking around, cooking her own meals, washing her clothes, and bathing herself. She taught us that dignity, grace, and faith never grow old.
Mama was a woman who loved God deeply. She never wanted to miss church or anything that had to do with her Creator. Her faith was the light that guided our family — and through her prayers, she drew each of us closer to God. Mama was also full of joy — jovial, intelligent, neat, and prayerful — a jolly good fellow who could make anyone smile. She carried peace in her spirit and love in her hands.
For 45 years, Mama lived in perfect peace with her daughter-in-law — a true example of patience, understanding, and harmony. She treated her daughter-in-law not as an in-law but as her own daughter. She took care of my children as if they were her own — loving them, praying for them, and guiding them with the same gentle heart she gave to all of us.
I remember so vividly — our rooms were opposite each other. If I so much as coughed, Mama would come to check on me. That was the kind of love she had — always watching, always caring. She never stopped praying for me, for us, for everyone she loved. Her prayers were the walls that protected our home.
I still remember the morning of October 5th, 2025. We gisted, we laughed, and we ate breakfast together. I had no idea it would be our last meal. On the 6th of October, she went to sleep and didn’t wake up — just as she always prayed. She had often said she didn’t want to suffer anyone when her time came, and God granted her that wish. She left this world peacefully, as she had lived her life.
Mama leaves behind her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, her spouse, friends, and everyone who was touched by her love. We will forever cherish her legacy of unity, love, and faith. She made sure we cooked together, laughed together, and stayed together — always reminding us that family and love are the most important things in life.
Mama, I am so proud and grateful to have known a virtuous woman like you. In my next life, I would still want you to be my mother. You were my teacher, my guide, my prayer partner, and my friend.
Though your body rests now, your spirit lives on — in our hearts, in our prayers, and in the love we share with one another.
Rest well, Mama. You have fought the good fight, you have finished your race, you have kept the faith. Your light will never fade from our lives.
We love you forever my darling mother EZINNE C U CHIME ( ASA)

From your son (ONONENYI ) EMEKA CHIME