Goodnight Oluwatoyin Oyemade, Our Sister and Mother

Tunde Oyolola and Olabode Oyemade

It was still like a bad dream to us your family. Your sudden demise is shocking as we remain inconsolable. We are devastated, you were a bridge builder and a loving ‘Olori Ebi.’ We thought we would journey with you till the old age. Well, who are we to question God. It is with heavy heart that we bade farewell to you.

Sleep well our loving, beautiful, fashionable, and woman of God who loved God and her family wholeheartedly.

Mrs. Oluwatoyin Kuburat Oyemade née Oyolola, was a remarkable woman whose life was a testament to love, dedication, and selflessness.

On Friday, August 18th, 2023, we, the Oyemade and Oyolola families bid farewell to a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Though you may no longer be with us in the physical realm, your legacy of warmth and kindness will forever be etched in our hearts.

Born into the Yunusa Oyolola family from Abeokuta on May 18th, 1960, Mrs. Oyemade’s journey through life was one filled with purpose and determination. She began her educational journey at Our Lady of Lourdes Nursery Primary School in Ojuelegba, Lagos, where her thirst for knowledge and passion for learning were nurtured. She continued her education at Premier College and the College of Health Technology, Harvey Road, Yaba, where she horned her skills and prepared for a career dedicated to serving others.

Mrs. Toyin Oyemade’s professional journey led her to the Lagos State General Hospital, Odan, where she worked as a Health Technician until her retirement. Her commitment to her work was unparalleled, and she touched the lives of countless individuals through her compassion and expertise. Her dedication to the well-being of others was evident in every aspect of her life, and she approached her work with a genuine desire to make a difference.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Mrs. Toyin Oyemade’s greatest joy and fulfillment came from her role as a wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a pillar of strength and love for her husband, children, grandchildren, friends and family. Her unwavering support and love were the foundation upon which her family thrived. Her children, and grandchildren were her pride and joy.

She was also a source of love and support for her siblings, friends and family members, she valued the bond of family and was always there to lend a helping hand or a listening ear. Her presence brought comfort and reassurance, and her absence leaves a void that can never be filled.

As we mourn the loss of an amicable woman, let us also celebrate the beautiful life she lived. Let us remember her infectious laughter, her warm hugs, and her unwavering love. Let us carry forward her legacy of compassion, selflessness, and dedication to serving others. May her soul find eternal peace, and may her memory forever be a guiding light for all who knew her.

Eulogising her mother whom she described one in a million, her daughter, Tope Oyemade-Job said she remains irreplaceable. “My mum was a prayer Warrior, she cared about everyone regardless of your affiliation with her. She was my best friend and confidant. I find hard to refer to her in past tense. But she would remain in my heart forever.

Praising her beauty and sense of fashion, Mrs Owodunni Munirat, her former colleague said, “My aunty was a very beautiful woman both inside and outside. Aunty Toyin was a caring mother who cared about everyone’s progress. Her fashion sense was too-notch.”

To Elizabeth Bola Oyolola, the late Oyemade was more than a sister-in-law because of her indiscriminatory nature. “Mommy was one of a kind.  She was a model and an epitome of love, kindness, patience and compassion. Mommy was more than a sister in-law to me.”

Extolling the virtue of his sister, Yusuf Oyolola said, “My sister was an amazing woman, gorgeous and fashionable, she never judged anyone and was compassionate.”

“Sister, the fruit of your hands will continue to work praise in your gates, we love you but God loves you more,’ Oti Caroline prayed for the deceased.

Another sister, Alhaja Idiat Sanni, said, “Aunty’mi Egba mo’lisabi! Omo gbongbo akala! Omo erin jo’gunola! Mrs. Oluwatoyin kuburat Oyemade was my elder sister, we shared a very strong bond and connection. She was my gist partner and l will forever miss her.”

Rest in eternal peace, our dear sister and an amazing mother knowing that you are deeply loved and will be forever missed.

Mrs. Oluwatoyin Oyemade nèè Oyolola was laid to rest yesterday in Lagos but she remain unforgettable in our hearts.

Tunde Oyolola and Olabode Monsur Oyemade write from Lagos.