88 tributes · 214 photos
Tributes
Memories and prayers from family, friends, former pupils and the church family. Every tribute is read by the family before it appears.
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"Mama taught every child on our street to read. She never once asked for anything back. We will keep her lamp burning."
Chidi Okafor · Son
Mama taught every child on our street to read. She never once asked for anything back. We will keep her lamp burning.
Chidi Okafor
Son
Mama in her garden, 1998. She named every one of those plants.
Nneka Okafor-Ibe
Daughter
You were my teacher in primary four at Holy Rosary. I became a teacher because of you. Rest well, Ma.
Mrs. Adaobi Nnaji
Former pupil
Her favourite hymn, sung by the guild
St. Mary's Women's Guild
Church family
Emeka Okafor
Grandson
A gracious woman with a firm handshake and a soft heart. Our condolences to the Okafor family.
Dr. Ikenna Obi
Family friend
A gracious woman with a firm handshake and a soft heart. Our condolences to the Okafor family.
Dr. Ikenna Obi
Family friend
Emeka Okafor
Grandson
Her favourite hymn, sung by the guild
St. Mary's Women's Guild
Church family
You were my teacher in primary four at Holy Rosary. I became a teacher because of you. Rest well, Ma.
Mrs. Adaobi Nnaji
Former pupil
Mama in her garden, 1998. She named every one of those plants.
Nneka Okafor-Ibe
Daughter
Mama taught every child on our street to read. She never once asked for anything back. We will keep her lamp burning.
Chidi Okafor
Son