Bekeangana Obene

Sleep on until the glorious morning when we meet to part no more

Tribute to my Uncle
My beloved uncle, you are no longer alive in human body but I know that you are alive spiritually and I thank God for the life you lived on earth.
You are rare gem who place special value on your people.
Kalabro, before your death, you made a striking statement, when you called and said I should give the phone to your dear-sister. Amazingly and regretfully you said "All my struggle and the money I made in this life is wasted" that was your last statement to your sister and in less than three weeks you died and that was when I realised that you where passing a departure message to us.
Kalabro, your only surviving sister Dear-Gold is missing you amidst tears daily because of the bond and love you have for each other. You always call her 'Mummy' and she calls you Kalabro, she never call you by your name.
My heart rejoice greatly for you because you reconciled with your creator by accepting Jesus Christ as your Lord and personal saviour before your transition. Congratulation that you made it right with God.
Money is of the earth but where you are now is of eternity. Sleep on our beloved until we meet at the Lords feet on the resurrection day.
Goodbye! Goodbye!! Goodbye!!! to our special and beloved father and Superman of the house.

Mrs. Ikuroa V. Jones

My dear uncle, your memory will forever be cherished in our hearts. As a guiding figure in my life, you have left an indelible mark on the people you touched. Your wisdom, kindness, and unwavering support have inspired us all to be better versions of ourselves. Your life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, kindness, and wisdom. The memory of you has left a lasting impression on our hearts, and your legacy will always be a beacon for us to follow. We will strive to embody the values you taught us and continue to honor your heritage.

Kalabro
Dein-na -mu
Nengi Davis

'Alabooo Obeeey...'
'Chief Kangama Obenee...'
'Tobra Mo...'
This was our way of greetings, every time we say hello to each other..With our response sayings 'Aremii...'
You've been a good brother and Cousin. Your good spirit is worthy of emulation.You're one of the best beautiful soul any one can have as a brother.
Your passing came as a sudden news to me, heartbroken and devastated...not able to say goodbye..
May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
Dr D. Harry.

Tribute To My Beloved Uncle. Who can predict tomorrow, none! The Almighty God does what is right in his kingdom.26th November 2023 has come and gone but the pain still lingers in me.one finds it difficult to accept the fact that my dear brother "Kalabro" who loved and nurtured me is no more. Although, due to his illness we expected the inevitable but when the news, came I was silently broke down.The scripture made us to understand that there is right time for everything (Eccl. Chapter 3vs 1-4) a time to be born and a time to die, a time to be sad and a time to dance with Joy. It is true that death obviously has an appointed time but we pray to Almighty God to give us the grace to bear this irreparable loss. We love you much but God loves you most. Your departure left a great hole in our hearts which no moral can fill. We however, take solace in the assurance of our Lord Jesus Christ in John 11; 25 where he said that "those who believe in him, though they will live again. We therefore bid you farewell to eternity being assured that we shall meet you on that resurrection day. Who do I come and visit again in America my dear brother Kalabro " even in Dead I still call you a good man that takes good care of is family. Adieu my lovely brother.Rest in the bosom of the Lord, Amen.

Hon Berembo Harry.

Tribute to our late brother, uncle, and father - Late Mr. BeKangama foundly called Obey - Our dear late beloved uncle, it is so hard to take the feelings or say that you are no more here with us . We used to talk on the phone, often sharing words of encouragement about life, but so sad to know the realities of life , that you are not in the present anymore . Uncle, you suddenly answered to the bell of Heavenly call from God living a great vacuum in our lives. Uncle, you have done your part of responsibility while on earth as directed by our God Almighty. Uncle you set a record worthy of emulation before your demise. You had been a caring and responsible father to us in America and back home in Nigeria. You are a specialist in Agricultural Science - a career you love so much back in Nigeria before you relocated to the States. Uncle, you single handedly accommodated some of us from home (Obuama) as we arrived in the United States (Houston). Your support to us today paved a great success to some of us in the city. You are greatly missed by us and our family. Your elderly advice, sense of direction is what gave us a safe and basic guidance till date here. Uncle Obey, may your gentle soul rest at the feet of the Lord Almighty who decides which day and time we will finally be with Him till we meet to part no more in Jesus' name.

Gbeye Akoli and family

My Dad passed away on the 26th November 2023. Although the doctor made it clear his demise would happen, I was in denial and wished it was just a dream. He was given a month to live. Little did I know I would only be able to see him for just 1 week....just 1 week.
I was hoping I’d have more time to get acquainted with the idea of death and what it means for those of us left behind.

Now, I am beginning to understand just how naive my existence was before I was forced to confront death.

While I hope anyone never have to experience such a life-changing loss, the truth is, we all will. Death is an on avoidable part of life. And once it strikes someone you so dearly love, your existence will never be the same. Someone who used to take me around to get my hair done as a single father for a long time. Even when he traveled to the United States, he made sure all my school supplies in Nigeria were sent to me when I needed them . Come christmas, my dad made sure I had a beautiful smile on my face with clothes he sent to me from America. I had a schedule to speak to him every Sunday while I was in Nigeria.

The love my dad had for me was so deep that even when life happened to us, we both found ourselves back together and made up for the lost years. Just like yesterday, i vividly remember how he constantly checked on me because he was as much of a proud grandad as he was a dad. He was so happy to meet all his beautiful grandchildren and made it a duty to always check on them.

I know the pain of losing my dad will perhaps never leave me. I imagine it will ease with time as I process and get through it, but I don’t suspect I will get over it. How can I? How can you get over a person who has been there even before you were aware of yourself? But one thing I am so grateful and can never take for granted was that I was next to you on your last days on earth. I was there to show you love and care. That I'm so happy I did.

Kalabro, your life, your influence, and energy are linked to mine, and I now take comfort in that. I take comfort in knowing that you are no longer in so much pain and life's disappointments. That suffering is no longer something you have to endure. My Dad, Bekeangama obene will forever be in my heart until the day it stops beating.

My world grew dimmer the day you left it, dad. But your memory still shines brightest in my darkest hours, guiding me with patience, wisdom and love...
To my first teacher, my hero, my rock - a piece of my heart walked out the door with you the day you left this earth.

My appreciation for your greatness cannot be measured.

Everything I do in my life I do to make my dad proud. I want to carry on in my dad’s footsteps and make sure that his legacy lives on forever.

There is no expiration date on the love between a father and his only Daughter ❤️
Love you so much my best cook.

Your Daughter
DABA A AGUBULOM

Tribute to my Beloved Brother.

My only brother, your exit have created a wide vacuum, especially at a time when your brotherly love and care is needed most in the family.

Your love for the Edna/Tamuno-Obene family is exceptional, can not be quantified, impactful and will never be forgotten.

Bekeangama my only brother, if my tears can bring you back to life, you could have come back alive again because I think about you and cry everyday.
Dein-na-mu my beloved brother. May God Almighty grant you eternal rest. Amen.

Mrs. Dear-Gold Jones Harry.

TRIBUTE TO MY UNCLE

Truly, you were a wonderful soul that have made positive impact on many lives. Although, death is inevitable, but not extinguishing the light.
Death can not be a man's end, if he can live-on in those who have been left behind because our bodies are only wilted leaves on the tree of life.
Life is pleasant and death is peaceful, but it's the transition that tends troublesome. Kalabro, amidst so much regrets, you have departed this mundane world. Pray for the family, let that costly and grievous mistake that crossed your part in your life sojourn, a single decision you took that eventually ruined your happiness for life never happen to anyone, not even your worst enemy. Affliction shall not rise up the second time. (Nahum 1:9). Dein-na-mu!!! Kalabro.

Dr. Anga Jones Harry.

From sotonte

My father was a great, he cares for his families and friends and would do anything for them. No matter how mad he was or I made him he will alway listen to me when I tell him something. He was a provider. The world will think otherwise about myself and dad but I love my dad regardless. Dad, I'm going to really miss you but God knows best. Rest on dad.

My tribute
My husband, your last words to me was ' dein na mu te bo' ( go and come back in peace). My last words to you my dear husband is ' dein na mu), go in peace till we meet to part no more. Rest on my dear husband.

Dear Kalabro, i am earnestly grateful for experiencing an exceptional man as you.
You loved my daddy (Sommy) so much , and transferred same to me thank you
All the fun memories Daba and I had with you every holiday in bakana , treating us to your sensational delicacies, all the farming experience in Degema , I vividly remember how you prep us with our boots gloves and other farm tools during sowing and harvesting season, i can still see your eyes light up during these processes. You thought me how to be brave and overcome my fears, you made sure I could run to your house even when it's dark (you thought me how to sing and run fast in the face of fear and uncertainty).
Thank you for being the peace in every storm , most recently in the passing of my late dad , you were our succor and comfort .
Even with all the challenges life tossed your way, you were hopeful for a better tomorrow ,
I am grateful to God that he blessed you with a daughter that will do anything to uphold your legacy and you saw your grandchildren.
Please watch over us and give my dad a squishy hug for me.
Love you forever uncle ?

(Barr) Amy Somieari Nwadiaro