Family, Friends, Others Pay Tribute To Late Rev. Helen Smith At Service Of Songs, Wake

By Olayinka Olorunshola

• Rev. (Mrs.) Smith passed away on December 8, 2023.

• She was 69 at the time of her demise.

• Her funeral started on Thursday with a service of songs and a wake.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the family, friends, and community members of late Reverend (Mrs.) Helen Omotunde, on Thursday, January 18, 2023, converged on her residence at Oke Awanu Street, Ogba, Lagos State, to honour her life and legacy.

She passed on last December at the age of 69, leaving behind children, grandchildren, siblings, nephews, nieces, and an aged mother.

The deceased’s memory was on Thursday honoured with a solemn service of songs and a wake.

Attendees, including family and friends, took turns to honour the late Reverend (Mrs.) Smith in a ceremony that blended reverence, worship, and shared memories.

The wake commenced with a deeply moving worship session, where attendees, gripped by the weight of their loss, sought solace and spiritual connection.

Afterwards, the choir gracefully transitioned into a ministration that resonated with the collective grief of the gathering.

Amidst the somber atmosphere, family, friends, community members, and classmates, including Otunba TJ Abass, the Aremo of Epe, from Molusi College, the deceased’s alma mater, took centre stage to share heartfelt testimonials about the late Reverend Smith.

She was eulogised as a sacrificial, strong, supportive, social, and loveable woman, leaving an indelible mark on the lives she touched.

The preacher who delivered the sermon offered reflections on the transient nature of life. Regardless of one’s societal position or title, he urged the congregation to remember that everyone will eventually return to their Creator.

The sermon resonated as a poignant call for a passionate pursuit of Christ and dedicated service to him.

Following the impactful sermon, the choir led a hymn that reverberated through the surroundings, creating an atmosphere conducive to reflection and introspection.

In separate interviews, family and friends present at the wake told Eko Hot Blog captivating personal stories and reflections, providing a deeper understanding of the late Reverend’s impact on those who were close to her.

The service of songs and wake keep for Reverend (Mrs.) Smith was a poignant occasion that transcended grief to celebrate a life well-lived.

As family, friends, and community members united in their expressions of love and tribute, the event served as a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of a woman whose qualities of sacrifice, strength, and love will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

May the soul of Reverend (Mrs.) Smith find eternal rest.

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