Tribute by
In-Laws: Nene
Auntie Christie (as I affectionately called her) and I got along the first day we met. Her presence was reassuring.
She had a very good sense of humour and would often talk about her days at the Ada Secondary School and her love for the local cuisine in Ada, knowing I hailed from there. She would call almost every morning to check up on everyone and would always encourage us to keep giving off our best no matter the obstacles come our way.
When we visited a few weeks before her demise in January, she was still her usual bubbly self. It therefore came as a big shock that fateful Wednesday morning when I was informed of her passing.
Our next visit was planned for this Easter. This was, however, not to be with the sudden news of your passing. So many thoughts run through my mind. In one of our last conversations a few days before your demise, you had called to thank me for a gift I had purchased for you, and I informed you it was our duty. This was your way of saying goodbye.
Your infections smile, loud laughter, hearty conversations and constant check-ups to ensure all was well will forever remain in our hearts. As the saying goes, people are remembered for how they made people feel and you did a very good job at making sure we felt safe and loved in your presence. You will therefore continue to live through us in our hearts.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be a part of your life. You will be sorely missed.