My dear aunty, you were such a wonderful person. You had a great sense of discipline. I still remember those days at fountain when i ran at the sight of your volvo car (LZ 4514. How can i forget?) just because i did not want to be told off by you for being too playfull. I remember how i had to choose my words when talking to you because you could not stand bad grammer by your students. I remember those notes you always gave me to my father whenever i played truancy. Ofcourse, i remember how excited you were when i passed my common entrance. (you personally brought the letter to my class room). I still remember the handshake for my efforts. You were an embodiment of grace and sophistication even in the 70's. Rest in perfect peace my aunty. You left your prints on the sands of time.
Mama,
Eventhough my children joined The Fountain School bareky 10years ago, I must say you were an embodiment of discipline, orderliness and perfection. I am always amazed at the structure/ design of the Primary School. It shows the magnitude of vision you had for the school. Even now with the proliferation of private schools, Fountain School still stands out.Is it the expanse of land, I can go on and on. I made sure I was present at your Lying-in-state ceremony. I must say I was deeply touched especially when the chidren of the school rendered that song. Your labour of love shall not be in vain. Your children shall surely reap this and the flag must keep flying. LONG LIVE THE FOUNTAIN SCHOOL!!!!!
Dear Aunty
It's funny how no matter how old one gets there are some childhood memories that will always stick in one's mind. Every time I think of you, I see you walking around Fountain School, checking on all the classes and making sure things were running smoothly. I remember being pushed down to the ground when the bell rang one morning. I picked myself up and came to find you in your office, crying that a "big boy" had pushed me down. You were not having that! After arranging for me to be taken to hospital (fractured shoulder) you went round looking for the "big boy" to be brought to justice! I'm sure he behaved himself after that!
You were the ultimate (and the most beautiful) Headmistress, the best aunty anyone could wish for. Thank you for being you and God Bless you and guide you on your new journey.
Julie
To Our Dearest Auntie
Our dearest Auntie, you are as unique as a flawless gem - so valuable and rare. It all started from infancy, when we would see the sheer delight in our late Father’s face at just the mention of your name or when he saw you - his face would light up with joy. Those moments are powerful memories for us and have remained so as we have shared in your love that you so generously gave to us whilst we were growing up and to others around you - be they family, friends, colleagues or students.
Many prayers will have been said over the years thanking the Lord for you and for the many children who were blessed to have been taught and inspired by you and have now become respectable, honest Christians and leaders of today. This is all thanks to your dedication and compassion.
You have touched many lives with your empathy, graciousness and humanity. You have a remarkable ability to make others feel that they are the complete focus of your attention. You always gave the gift of yourself to others. We are all forever grateful to have walked in the light of your love.
In all the years that we have known you, your sincerity, depth of character and optimism continue to shine and have never faltered despite the recent loss of your much loved husband. At the end, you worried more about others – particularly your family.
You made notable contributions to many charities to which you have shown love and set a benchmark which will be difficult to surpass.
There is no doubt you are the most elegant, humble, loving role model and in all the time you have graced our lives and all the moments we have shared, the memories will live with us forever. We‘d like to say to you, dear Aunt, you hold a special place in our hearts and that we will always love you so. We know that you are at peace and that God has now taken you home to Glory.
Fondest Love – The Otitoloju Family
My Grandma.......the impact you made in my life is everlasting.....I remember how you used to waot for me almost everyday after school so we could go home together.......