Tributes

DANIEL KIYUNG

To my beloved Mother, who left us far too soon, leaving an unfillable void in my life. Your love was the sunshine that warmed my world, your guidance the compass that navigated me through life’s turbulent waters, and your unwavering support the anchor that held me steady in the face of adversity. You shaped me into the person I am today, instilling in me the values of kindness, compassion, and resilience that defined your own remarkable life.

Your selflessness was a beacon of hope to everyone around you, inspiring countless people with your generosity, your listening ear, and your helping hand. Your warmth and smile could light up a room, making everyone feel seen, heard, and loved. I cherish the memories of our laughter-filled moments, our deep conversations, and our quiet moments of understanding.

I remember the countless sacrifices you made for our family, the late nights and early mornings, the unconditional love and care that you showered upon us without ever expecting anything in return. Your influence on my life has been profound, and I strive every day to make you proud, to honor your legacy, and to carry forward the lessons you taught me with love and dedication.

Though you’re no longer with us physically, your spirit lives on in my heart, guiding me, comforting me, and reminding me of the incredible love we shared. Your legacy lives on through the memories we created, the laughter we shared, and the love that remains in my heart. I’ll carry you with me always, and I know that you’re watching over me from wherever you are, smiling at my triumphs and shielding me from harm.

Rest in peace, dear mother. I love you more than words can express, more than any poem or song can convey. You will forever be in my heart, and I will continue to celebrate your life, your love, and your enduring legacy.”

Son,
Daniel Kiyung

BROTHER BERNARD ENYEJI

Farewell tribute to sister Florence

My name is Bernard Enyeji, sister Florence’s second junior brother in the Enyeji family …. I find myself in an embarrassing situation in life now, to carry on with life, without my only blood sister. She was the only girl in a family of 4 boys 1 girl ….. Sister Florence had all the qualities of woman of valour…. First and foremost, she feared God, wholeheartedly, she walked with the Holy Spirit in her all the time…..She knew how to council grown-ups or what we call adolescent children in a God fearing way…. It is hard to find such a pearl on this earth……Academically she was very outstanding from primary school, secondary school ( C.B.A ) College Bilingue d’Application Yaoundé, where she was on all the honour roles in each class from forms 1 right up till forms 4…. Very respectful to all her teachers….. She had an exemplary conduct both at school, in church and at home….I have lived my life on this earth to give sister Florence a lot of respect and honour for her spiritual & moral conduct, as well as the many academic advice that she imparted in my life while she was alive…. I truly do not know where to continue and how to begin narrating the end of such an episode of greatness that she had.

My elder sister had been working with the university center for health sciences ( C.U.S.S ) as a senior laboratory technician, then after having obtained a masters degree in microbiology in the Catholic university of Yaoundé, she pursued a P.H.D in her research work in the same field of specialization….. Unfortunately for her, she fell sick in the year 2020 the month of May. It is also very ironic and rather too unfortunate that while sister Florence fell sick the husband never assisted her or paid any attention to following her up for any medical assistance and she battled with this illness for over 3 years, all alone while taking care of her children practically alone. Soon after some few months she felt a little relief,while planning with the great moral help and financial support she got from Dr. Helen Akonji to get an improved, proper medical attention in the USA, in the month of July-August 2023….

On the 23rd of October 2023, my elder sister passed away…..

God is more than sufficient, and stands very tall in my elder sister’s entire journey, from the time that she was born right up to the time that God allowed her to die prematurely…..She leaves behind 4 children…..

Enyeji Akonji Bernard

The first memory I have of Florence was back at the University of Buea where I met her for the first time. Can't exactly remember our first encounter but we were both members of the Buea University Christian Union (BUCU). We soon became very close and I could tell quite early in our friendship that she was indeed in love with Jesus.

Navigating the university as a Biology student wasn’t easy for her but she nevertheless completed her first degree and even continued to study while working. At the time of her going to be with the Lord, she was already engaged in doing her PHD.

She got married and for some time we were in different towns and didn’t see each other for some years until a number of years ago when we reconnected in Yaoundé as I came from Buea to join my husband in Yaoundé.

I remember her as a woman of prayer, a wonderful wife and a wonderful mother. She gave herself completely in everything she set herself to accomplish. Not everyone reciprocated her gentleness and kindness.

We saw each other once in a while when she was still at Scallom. When she moved to Nkolanga, our houses were quite distant from each other. In spite of that, we did all to visit one another and pray together especially during the time she started having serious health challenges. The dynamics of our relationship was such that we almost spoke on phone on a daily basis if we were not able to be together on that day. In a society where you almost often do life alone, these check-ins were vital for each of our lives.

She wasn’t only praying for good health but was very disciplined and faithful in taking all her medicines while following her doctor’s prescriptions and counsel judiciously.

Her faithfulness to keep small and big promises was quite remarkable. She faithfully helped the son of her new pastor, papa Athanas with 10 000frs every month for a whole year after observing their financial hardship. This pastor and his wife were of great spiritual and moral support to her in her day of trouble. She even lived with them for six months when she took ill.

Her love for the Lord was unprecedented. She was looking for every opportunity to have us evangelise a quarter not too far from their home in Nkolanga with the intention of planting a church. She constantly asked the Lord to heal her so that she can fully engage in ministry. She listened to messages by Andrew Womack everyday and filled several books with notes that she made from them. On arrival in America, she with the help, support and company of her aunty Helen, was able to attend a program she had desired to attend at the Womack’s. It was an answer to prayer.

We used to sing several praise songs that she received from the Lord during her moments of worship. She was a worshipper of the Lord. She will sing and dance for the Lord. How I miss her.

She was so appreciative of everyone who helped her in one way or another. Full of gratitude. so much so that when her aunt Helen who was her backbone during this period took suddenly ill, she called me with so much urgency that I had to travel to Nkolanga impromptu in order to hear are out and pray about what happened to her aunty face to face with her.

I can almost still hear her saying ‘Beri, I’m a holy woman of God, how did this illness come my way?

Florence was a woman who loved God and her relationship with Christ was central to her life and life decisions. Oh, How she loved the Lord!

I can’t recount all I know about her because it will not be possible in this context. I however know that now she is in a better place, free from all trouble, all pain and all sickness. She now lives close to the one she has always loved.

Hallelujah !!!

AUGUSTUS

Glory to God for he is sovereign in his decisions. Its shouting time indeed for you Florence daughter of Zion. You kept the faith until the end. I learnt from her to be steadfast in prayers and to dépend on Jesus for everything. Pray you will be comforted. She was an amazing person so full of life…her strength even at the peak of her illness was unbelievable…she was God’s gift to us..so easy to talk to..never getting angry to an extend she had childlike love. She used to get into dancing when she met with my 10 year old daughter. She called her my friend…aunty Flo…ohhh selfless woman. Strong woman tenacious woman beautiful woman kind hearted woman ohh my sister how I miss you but I understand you had to meet your lover Jesus.

AKAMBI RICHARD MD

Hmmmm I don’t really know where to start!!!

Enyeji Florence where are you!!!? I know you will be somewhere by our almighty and our maker resting in perfect peace.
I knew Florence at CBA Yaoundé in form one. She was a very calm, focused and beautiful young girl as we were all growing with other classmates. She was a strong Christian and born again. She was very organized and time conscious. She will be the first person to come to class and was dissent in the way she comport herself. She was always amongst the first five brilliant students in our class. She used to tell me to take my school work very seriously because she saw some degree of intelligence in me but I was a recalcitrant. She will advise me not to disrupt our class and will bring out the good things in me so I could change.

We all separated after high school and only met again when our class group was formed 3 years ago thanks to social networking. Before we got connected Florence was already suffering but we didn’t know. Her health became very critical.

One good morning I was in my room with my wife trying to sort out family issues and my phone rang it was Florence. We chatted laughed but little did I know that something serious was on its way. My sister/friend classmate opened up to me about her entire life since we left school up to her situation at the time. We all wept at the end she told me to assist her for her trip to the US. I was so blessed and anxious to assist a friend in need. I never knew the day she arrived the U.S. but only heard about the unwanted. I was devastated.

RIP Florence we all love you.

I am Jeanne L Takere

I knew Florence many, many years ago. I met her in CMFI Yaounde. I had a good relationship with her late mother, mama Elizabeth, I used to go and visit her in her home in Nkoloangar, and that’s where l met Florence. As years go by, l built a good relationship with Florence. Florence was like a sister to me,she loved the Lord Jesus, and she was a woman of prayer. She will get up in the night, read her bible and pray, her faith in the Lord Jesus was unshakable Florence was a kind, gentle, and soft woman, her kids knew me and loved me. I loved Florence, and l thank the Lord for her life. I know where she is :
FLORENCE IS ENJOYING HEAVEN WITH JESUS

l miss her, but she is in a far better place : HEAVEN, and that day, l will see her again and give her a serious hug, and we shall stay forever with Jesus

Tribute to Sister Florence

Dear Sister Florence,

My prayer partner, prayer warrior, work colleague and beloved best friend in the Lord, It is with a heavy heart that I pen these words to you. I find it difficult to accept that you are no longer with us. You were indeed a valiant woman of God. You lovingly called me “Sister O’ and I lovingly used to respond with joy saying “Sis”. We were employed in the same year at the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences -University of Yaoundé I. This was divinely ordained by the Lord.

I fondly remember our days together at the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in Yaoundé, where we were colleagues. You would often visit me in my office in the Department of Internal Medicine, I would close the office and together we engaged in fervent prayer. Our moments of intense supplication were filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. I remember when we prayed for Dr. Abraham when he was about to defend in Germany to become a Doctor. We prayed and the Lord caused a Jury member in Abraham’s jury who detested blacks to be absent from the défense and he became Doctor Abraham

You were a true warrior for the Lord, always eager to reach new spiritual heights.

You often sought counsel on how to deepen your relationship with God, and I was blessed to share insights on prayer. With great determination, you embraced this advice, praying valiantly and steadfastly. Your commitment to your studies reflected your giant spirit; you were resolute in achieving excellence. This was seen in your excellent results during your Masters.

I recall how I entrusted you with the key to my office, allowing you to come in and study diligently and you obtained a Masters Degree in Public Health (2012) from the Catholic University of Central Africa with flying colours and you did same and obtained your Masters in Medical Microbiology (2021) with the grade “très honorable”. You did not really enjoy the fruits from these Masters you had obtained. What a loss to the academic world . You were not only an exemplary student but also a wonderful mother to your children—Emmanuella, Daniel, Elizabeth, and Elijah—instilling the love of Jesus in their hearts from a young age.

Our friendship spanned over 20 years, a bond forged in faith and love. You were a sister who loved the Lord with all your heart. You had an aunt called Dr Akonji Helen. She was your father and mother. She talked with you all the times from America in time of bad health She was so caring. She felt your deepest woes. She took you to America.
When you left for America I thought it was for the better but you disappeared into the blues. Before you left for America you gave me thirty beautiful clothes with 5 beautiful shoes. and two handbags. These imprint in me , an undying memory of you. Even after moving to America, you kept me updated about your health. My daughter and I lifted you up in prayer. About three days to your passing out ‘ during our frequent calls to each other you informed me that the doctors said your vitals are going down and I asked you “what does that mean?” You made two statements about it. After that I was calling you through WhatsApp calls and Audios but could not hear from you till this day. I was in disbelief when we spoke just three days before your passing; I never imagined I would not hear your voice again. When I had called and called and was told by Aunty (Dr Helen) you were no more ,it felt like a terrible, horrible dream which I would need to wake up from. For several days I weepy and was filled with pain agony even till this day. Oh my friend, each time you expressed weariness, I told you to stay alive for the sake of the children. The memory of the valiant woman in the Lord you were will always stay etched in my mind.

Yet, dear warrior of the Most High, I remind myself that you have not truly died; you are merely resting in the Lord.
I could write a thesis /book about you if I keep talking.
Whatever brought a deadly disease to you that took your life prematurely history is still to unveill it . As the sun shines from east to west … there is nothing hidden under the sun.
My friend you were a prayer giant, an intercessor for the family, a prophet, a General of the Lord. You offered sacrifices of praise to God, read the Bible spent quality time with God and you were a lover of God. You lived in righteousness. That is how you chose to be with God than with us on earth. Valiant General of the Lord , Until we meet again in heaven, knowsthat you are dearly missed by me and my daughter, Mercy.

With love and remembrance,

Sis Ophilia TAH

Emmanuela Njende (Mrs.Ntchatcho)

Beautiful in and out ANJABIE ENYEJI FLORENCE, It’s so hard for your CBA family to fare thee well. If all dreams, wishes, prayers, etc, could become realities , your CBA family will all be there for their last respect.

But your footprints left in our hearts are like the perfumes of the best roses ever.

Committed for best results as in our old school days, has grown with you and our CBA family forum have served themselves generously. And for that, we fload you with our LOVE and THANKS.

It’s still like a nightmare, the health issues that bombed on you like an unannounced thunder storm rain, unto death.

OMG, the pain, the tears, etc. WHY God, WHY?
Should we say U God and the world are unfair?
Only you God can see us through.

Rest Florence, rest our dear classmate, till we meet never to part.
In our hearts forever,

Your CBA FAMILY

Kyra Williams

I love Florence and I thank God for her life she was only with me for a short time but me and my kids knew her as the very vibrant and sweet young lady and I pray that she soars with the ancestors in Jesus name

Kyra Williams

COMFORT OFE

Florence was such a calm younger sister. I lived with them for a few years when I came to Yde and I was warmly welcomed by all of them at home. She was such a nice kid sister.
We actually got closer again during the few last months of her life while she was still in Cameroon. She visited me on one or two occasions and we didn’t stop encouraging ourselves in the Lord as we both saw that God is our anchor and our only hope at all times.

You left too soon Flor. I know you’re resting with the Lord. Rest on dear sister till we meet again.

Your cousin sister Ofe Comfort.

Mr Enyeji Peter Amana and family.

This dedication to my loving niece, cousin and sister in-law sister Florence who lost her life in battle with an illness. May the departed soul find a peaceful journey into your loving embrace, guided by your mercy and grace.

Surely she will be missed by all of us her family.

Uncle Paul Enyeji and Family

My tribute to Florence Enyeji.
There is a time of Sunrise and Sunset. During this time, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
We thank God for this brief stay. May God grant you journey mercy back home.

Uncle Paul and Family

SISTER MERCY MTK

I knew sister Florence from when she got married and we quickly grow close to each other which continued till when she left for the USA.

She was married to the husband who happened to have been both my University classmate and a brother in Christ (and had even shared a room with my spiritual father). She had a wonderful marriage life at the start and we looked up to their marriage relationship as a model for others to emulate. The husband sometimes used an expression like “It is my own gift from God”.

She was quite a nice lady who had empathy for those that God brought close to her and she trusted me so quickly to the extent that when I was struggling to start beignets business to provide for my basic needs (when I was jobless), she decided to borrow me her small savings money that was being accrued to buy a small fridge. She was always ready to give a helping hand whenever she could.

It was just rather unfortunate that along her life journey on earth, the husband grew cold in the Lord and during his backsliding, we cannot really explain with certainty what happened that sister Flo fell sick and had to keep struggling alone (without the husband’s care), while managing with the children almost alone, depending on herself, God and those that God touched their hearts to stand with her in prayers / financially / materially. This situation continued for several years till the year 2023 when she left Cameroon for the USA.

It was with a lot of joy and hope for; total healing and restoration that we embraced her going to the USA. Least could I in particular had thought that this was just to fulfilled her dream of traveling abroad before living this earth, for God knew and this was hidden from us.

We give thanks to God in accordance to His word in 1 thessalonians 5:18, which commands us to give thanks in every circumstances, for it is God’s will for each child of God in Christ Jesus” and particularly for keeping her in the faith till the end. This verse encourages us to believe that her departure at a very young age was God’s perfect will for her, given that all her life was closely twain to praying without seizing as the health crisis grow more painful.

It was hard to believe that she is gone, and news “Sister Flo is dead” still looks like a dream till today. However, we just pray that God who gave and who has taken, should fill all the vacuum that her physical death has left in my heart, in the family and in many hearts.

Rest on Sister Florence.

With lots of love from Sister Mercy NTK

BY PASTOR ATHANASE

Coincidentally, we had the same first name; Florence, and many people found it difficult to make a difference between us because as they always said; we looked very much alike. A lot of people will see her and think it’s me and vice versa.

Navigating the university as a Biology student wasn’t easy for her but she nevertheless completed her first degree and even continued to study while working. At the time of her going to be with the Lord, she was already engaged in doing her PHD.

She got married and for some time we were in different towns and didn’t see each other for some years until a number of years ago when we reconnected in Yaoundé as I came from Buea to join my husband in Yaoundé.

I remember her as a woman of prayer, a wonderful wife and a wonderful mother. She gave herself completely in everything she set herself to accomplish. Not everyone reciprocated her gentleness and kindness.

We saw each other once in a while when she was still at Scallom. When she moved to Nkolanga, our houses were quite distant from each other. In spite of that, we did all to visit one another and pray together especially during the time she started having serious health challenges. The dynamics of our relationship was such that we almost spoke on phone on a daily basis if we were not able to be together on that day. In a society where you almost often do life alone, these check-ins were vital for each of our lives.

She wasn’t only praying for good health but was very disciplined and faithful in taking all her medicines while following her doctor’s prescriptions and counsel judiciously.

Her faithfulness to keep small and big promises was quite remarkable. She faithfully helped the son of her new pastor, papa Athanas with 10 000frs every month for a whole year after observing their financial hardship. This pastor and his wife were of great spiritual and moral support to her in her day of trouble. She even lived with them for six months when she took ill.

Her love for the Lord was unprecedented. She was looking for every opportunity to have us evangelise a quarter not too far from their home in Nkolanga with the intention of planting a church. She constantly asked the Lord to heal her so that she can fully engage in ministry. She listened to messages by Andrew Womack everyday and filled several books with notes that she made from them. On arrival in America, she with the help, support and company of her aunty Helen, was able to attend a program she had desired to attend at the Womack’s. It was an answer to prayer.

We used to sing several praise songs that she received from the Lord during her moments of worship. She was a worshipper of the Lord. She will sing and dance for the Lord. How I miss her.

She was so appreciative of everyone who helped her in one way or another. Full of gratitude. so much so that when her aunt Helen who was her backbone during this period took suddenly ill, she called me with so much urgency that I had to travel to Nkolanga impromptu in order to hear are out and pray about what happened to her aunty face to face with her.

I can almost still hear her saying ‘Beri, I’m a holy woman of God, how did this illness come my way?

Florence was a woman who loved God and her relationship with Christ was central to her life and life decisions. Oh, How she loved the Lord!

I can’t recount all I know about her because it will not be possible in this context. I however know that now she is in a better place, free from all trouble, all pain and all sickness. She now lives close to the one she has always loved.

Hallelujah !!!

BY PASTOR ATHANASE

Sister Florence left us in unexpected circumstances, after going through all the stages of her battle against this disease. She faced this long fight with great victory. During this trial, Florence revealed herself to be a woman of great faith, a true disciple of Jesus Christ. Her faith had grown considerably, and she often used the Word of God in prayer and proclamations.

She was a devoted mother, taking care of her four children alone, since her husband was no longer by her side. Despite the difficulties, she was very generous, and her presence in our church has left a great void. She was a faithful and dedicated treasurer.

For nearly six months, she found refuge with us, replenishing herself and taking shelter from spiritual oppression. Florence leaves behind a great testimony of a faithful woman, devoted to her home, her husband, her children, and a servant of God.

Indeed, she left in an unexpected way, but we have the hope of seeing her again. The Lord is coming, and it is certain. As the Bible says in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18:

“For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage one another with these words.”

May the Word of God console you and give you hope.

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Beautiful in and out ANJABIE ENYEJI FLORENCE, It’s so hard for your CBA family to say fare thee well. If all dreams, wishes, prayers, etc, could become realities ,we will all be there to pay you our last respect.

*But*(What) your footprints left in our hearts are like the perfumes of the best roses ever.

Committed for best results as in our old school days, you served our CBA family forum generously despite all the challenges you were going through. For that, we fload you with our LOVE and THANKS.

It’s still like a nightmare, the health issues that bombed *on* you like an unannounced thunder storm rain, unto death.

“ Father God, we are pained, deeply hurt and in disbelief of Florence’s passing! Please, kindly give us the strength, ability and understanding to bear this great loss in our CBA family. In it all Abba Father, we give you all the glory for you are all knowing. Thank you for the time you allowed us to spend with her, and for all the beautiful and precious memories we shared, which we will cherish for the rest of our time here on earth.
Only you God can see us through.

Rest Florence, rest our dear classmate, till we meet never to part again
In our hearts forever,

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