Ifueko Benedicta Uwaifo

Though we never met, knowing Uyi has made it possible for me to know you. Uyi would speak about you in the most endearing way. You'll surely be missed. I pray that the great comforter will give solace to your family and friends. God loves you more.

Could this be a dream? Ifueko gone? Just like that?  

You were not just a fellow school mate, you were a friend and a sister. When I could not travel to Calabar for mid term breaks, I had no cause to worry. You happily took me into your home. Your parents and siblings were always warm and ready to have me in their space. The little I know of Benin outside Ugbowo were discovered with you.  We connected so easily when I was moved from Tinubu to Amina house. Your bed was next to mine. Your humility was second to none. You came from a rich home but lived so simply. Each time I make beans I remember you  because my introduction to beans, tomatoes and fish combo was from your house. You are one Fediben school mate that I have always been in touch with. You were so grateful to God that you defeated cancer the monster. We teased about the new curly hair post treatment. You never failed to be grateful for Owen. You loved him with all your being. Then I hear a "minor surgery" took your life?  How? What really happened?

Words fail me. It's hard to comprehend all that has happened but I remain thankful you lived a good & worthy life.

A true gem is gone. An epitome of beauty, sincerity, kindness and poise. Rest on my darling friend and sister Ifueko.
May your soul find peace in God's bosom.

I looked at this page for over one hour in tears bc it tells me that you are truly gone Ifueko. Only Jehovah Himself knows why He allowed it happen at this time. I call you " Fine Chic " bc you are beautiful both on the inside and outside. You had such a sweet spirit which I admired so much. May Jehovah grant your family and friends, especially your husband and son (Owen) the fortitude to bear this loss. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace of the Lord. I miss you Ifueko!

Sad sad news! I remember your lovely smile and gentleness. May God comfort and strengthen your family.

It still seems so unreal.My sister's friend who I saw as a strong ,fighting lady with a warm heart and wonderful smile. May the Almighty grant your family to bear this loss. Rest in peace dear Ifueko.

Heartbreaking news....... you were indeed a beautiful soul and lovely in and out. It was a privilege to have met you in Fediben. You always had a warm smile and showed a lot of kindness to everyone around you. Rest safely in God's peace. May the strength of the lord be upon your family amen.

Our darlyn Ifueko, in our deep hurt, we have made the CHOICE to celebrate you!

We celebrate you meeting and marrying your ONLY true love(our brother, Uwaifo) and spending more than half of your entire life by his side, through thick and thin..a match made only in heaven...

We celebrate God blessing you with an amazing son(professor) and you being the best mother one could ever have...

We celebrate you being a loving and giving daughter and sister...

We celebrate your long fight and victory over cancer...

We celebrate you tirelessly pushing yourself to be the best in youre career field, despite all the challenges that stood in your way(and you rocked, girl!!!)...

We celebrate you knowing you were gifted by God to touch lives, and you touched many in the way only you could...

We celebrate this celestial vision we see of you right now, with other saints in the heavenlys, happily standing around Jehovah's throne, praising and worshiping our King!...

We celebrate this warmth and joy we feel in our hearts, as we CHOOSE to focus on celebrating you, our love...

So when the deep hurt comes again(and we know it will,) in our tears, we'll smile and again remember all the many reasons we have to celebrate you...

Because sweetheart, you didn't leave us...you've only gone ahead of us. To a place we too will be blessed to be, someday!

"The souls of the virtuous are in The Hand of GOD, and no torment will ever touch them" (Wis3:1). Ifueko Benedicts Uwaifo nee Onaghise, rest in The bossom of THE LORD till we meet to part no more!

Dearest Ifueko, Your passing is extremely disheartening to us and has further helped us realize the need to appreciate each other with every passing day. You were a lil mum to my darling sister and Friend Uyi. You will organize suprise birthday parties for everyone. You were the first to attend to every need of hers. Shortly after arriving the hospital to visit Micah, you came in with your friend. You were the mummy fix-it all because you had the answer to all of our questions. My friend Uyi could hardly boast of anything of her own because she will quickly make away with yours at every opportunity. You were a nanny, a mother, friend, confidant. You were a sister like no other. You have left too much Vacuum only God can help fill. Your departure is painful Ifueko. But we cannot question God. I pray the Lord will comfort and strengthen the family you left behind in Jesus name. Amen.

You were a gentle yet determined young lady with a smile that was very infectious and a laughter that would just melt ones heart. Even now when I close my eyes, I can hear that laughter.

Our childhood days were simply the best, we would sing, we would dance and we would talk about everything under the Sun.
As we grew older, the responsibility of raising a family pulled us in different directions but we always managed to remain in touch.

You blessed all those you encountered. You were a devoted daughter, a loving wife, a sweet mother, a trust worthy sister and an amazing friend to many.

Wish you could have stayed with us longer but God Called and He knows Best. 

Adieu My Darling Ifueko.