Obaseki Family Mourns: “Our Mother Was A Strong Woman” – Owen
Late Mrs. Imuetinyan Obaseki
The family of Chief Obaseki has announced the passing unto glory of their beloved mother who went to be with the Lord on November 25, 2024.
This unfortunate development was disclosed in a press statement sent to Midwest Herald today by her eldest son, Chief Chamberlain Owen Obaseki, the Otaifo of Uromi.
The statement reads: “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Lady Deaconess Mrs Kate Imuetinyan Obaseki. She went to be with the Lord at 2:30 am on Monday, November 25th, 2024, at University College London Hospitals (UCLH), after a courageous battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) over the last few years.
“Throughout her final days, we held onto the hope of celebrating her milestone birthday in the coming months. Her five children, sister, and loved ones were blessed to spend her final 24 precious hours with her.
“In those moments, she expressed her gratitude, prayed for each of us, and offered words of encouragement, urging us to trust in God’s perfect will and sovereignty.
“Our mother is survived by her loving husband; five children; step-children; in-laws; 14 grandchildren; siblings; cousins; nephews; nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends.
“In a testament to her extraordinary strength and resilience, the medical team at UCLH remarked that her survival for over three years beyond their initial prognosis was nothing short of miraculous.
“They described her as ‘a strong woman’ who defied expectations.
“Though her passing was not sudden, as she had prepared us for this day, we held onto hope as children of God. In His mercy, God added three whole years to her life, providing ample time for her to prepare and tie loose ends.
“We take comfort in knowing that she is now resting in the arms of the Lord. Funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course. May her soul rest in eternal peace.”
While thanking God, Owen added, “Thank you, Lord, for you give and you take away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.’ (Job 1:21).”
The family has requested for patience and understanding of the public, to mourn privately.
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