Nkechinye Onyemalechi Chiedozi

October 6, 1970 – July 8th, 2022

TRIBUTE TO CHICHI

Nkechinye Onyemalechi Chiedozi known to most of us as Chichi and Chichi-ly was born on 6th October,1970 in New York City, USA. Two more siblings joined her as the years went by and she mothered them and became the rock we all relied on.

She started her elementary education in New York City and was a beautiful and bright child. She also attended University of Benin Staff School, Benin City, for her primary education and Federal Government College, Ilorin, Kwara State for her secondary education where she made some of her lifelong friends. She attended the University of Benin, Benin City briefly and transferred to Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma where she obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Economics. While at Ekpoma, Chichi found her love for God and joined the Believers Love World.

Chichi would soon relocate to the United States of America which become her new home.
She worked for Norfolk Southern Railway for many years and made friends from all works of life.
One day, she woke up and decided she wanted to care for sick people.
She disengaged from her place of work and went back to Nursing School.
She was so passionate about her patients I often wished she could come over to Nigeria to care for and nurse my patients.

She continued to grow in her faith and never forced it on anyone. She believed that through love people would come around. She never had a negative word about anyone, rather she always tried to see a different perspective that might explain people’s behavior or attitude. Having worked as a Nurse for a couple of years, Chichi decided to become a Travel Nurse, this way she could travel around as well as care for sick people. California had been on her mind for years even though we didn’t understand it. She moved out to California in January, 2022 and enjoyed working here.

As a family we are mourning our loss but because we know how much Chichi loved God, we rejoice that she is with her Father in Heaven. We will forever have her in our hearts but in her memory, we will ensure that we remain close to God and make it to heaven too; for this was the very essence of her life.

She was a daughter, sister, in-law, auntie, friend, prayer partner, confidant, among others, but above all she was God’s child.

Chichi we love you but God loves you most. Continue to rest in peace in the bossom of the Lord.

FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS.

ADIEU.

Nini Shagaya

A funeral will be held at 10am on Wednesday, August 10 at Allen Mortuary. Burial will follow at Ceres Memorial Park

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Condolences(59)

Yinka Rufai says
July 26, 2022 at 7:13 am

Adieu Chichi, I will miss your vivacious and
ever cheerful personality.
“Yinka how now?”which is always your first greeting when we catch up keeps coming to mind anytime I think of you. Tears spring to my eyes as I write this just thinking about the fact that I will no longer see you or hear your voice.
We are sad that you are no longer with us but we do not sorrow as those who have no hope simply because you knew and loved God with every fibre of your being.
We have lost an angel but our loss is heavens gain.
You have fought the good fight, you have finished the race and kept the faith. Rest peacefully in His bosom beloved child of God.
Ify Chiedozie says
July 26, 2022 at 5:30 am

I wasn’t previledged enough to have known you earlier while growing up, but when I finally did, the lasting impression u made was that of a sweet soul. It’s sad that we get to loose the good ones early. I know u r in a beta place with our savior. Rest on sis. Miss you.
Austyn Ogannah says
July 25, 2022 at 3:31 pm

This one really hurts. Still cant get over it. Rest well my dear sister. You will always be remembered my dear Chi-Chi
Hassan Jatto says
July 24, 2022 at 3:48 pm

Sister Chichi, Words alone cannot express how much pain I felt when l heard of your passing on to glory. I remember the last time we saw you in Abuja, Nigeria you were so full of life. My consolation is that I know you are in a better place now with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Will greatly miss you Sis.
Doite Owi says
July 24, 2022 at 3:00 pm

Its been challenging talking in the past tense about Sis Chichi,She was a woman of integrity, full of the holy ghost and willing to share her wealth of Knowledge and resources. You won on every count.You lived well.May your soul rest in peace in God’s bossom.You’ll be greatly missed.
Auntie Tilly says
July 23, 2022 at 6:38 pm

I wish I could wake up and say I had a very bad dream. But I realize it’s true, our Chichi is gone. I can’t stand the thought that she’s gone, and gone forever It’s VERY difficult for me to accept. But I am happy for the fact that maybe she did not suffer. I wish I could say “It is well” It is not well But deep down in my heart I know Chichi is happy with the Lord. 2 Timothy 4:7 explains my Chichi girl May her soul rest in eternal peace. Will ALWAYS love her ❤️
Bisola Ogar says
July 23, 2022 at 3:42 am

Chichi dear,
It is so hard to accept that you are no longer here. I keep going over some of our conversations in my head. The only comfort I have is knowing that you are with the Lord. Rest in peace, dearest cousin.
Felix Egbase says
July 23, 2022 at 3:32 am

Met you once ChiChi and we talked, laughed and shared jokes like we had known each other all our lives.
You will be greatly missed but wonderful memories will forever abound with us and the family you have left here on earth.
Rest well sister.
Olisa Chiedozi says
July 23, 2022 at 3:02 am

Aunty ChiChi-Ly!!!!! May your BEAUTIFUL soul Rest In Peace. Saying we will miss you is an UNDERSTATEMENT. Muna cannot get over your loss and Chuma does not understand. Thank you for loving us….We love you forever ❤️❤️❤️. Till we meet again……
Ayo Asuen says
July 23, 2022 at 12:25 am

It hurts. It hurts. It hurts.
It’s hard to talk about you in past terms. it’s unreal.
I’m pained.

As sister-friends, we’ve marched through life.
We’ve talked about nothing and everything.
From childhood through adulthood,
you were just Chichi, my sister-friend,
whom I’ve known practically all my life.
Who gave me comfort in your existence of familiarity
even as the world changed around us.
You were not supposed to go … just like that.

How I’ll miss your calls, just because.
How I’ll miss your voice, your jokes, your laughter, our gossip,
the pictures and things of interest we shared with each other,
and the opinions we sought of each other.
How I’ll miss you just being you.

I wanted to call you when I heard the devastating news,
but then I remembered: the news was you.
Everything has changed.
God had other plans. Your work here was done.

Chichi, you will never be forgotten.
God called. You answered.
Rest quietly. Rest painlessly. Rest Peacefully.
Aunty Eva says
July 22, 2022 at 11:44 pm

My Dearest baby sister, your demise came as a shock to all of us but the good Lord whom you loved so passionately and of whom you partnered with right from when you were a young girl understands what we can’t comprehend.
Have a sweet repose Dearie
Aunty Eva says
July 22, 2022 at 11:42 pm

My Dearest baby sister, your demise came as a shock to all of us but the good Lord whom you loved so passionately and of whom you partner with right from when you were a young girl understands what we can’t comprehend.
Have a sweet repose Dearie
Alex Otakpor & family says
July 22, 2022 at 11:20 pm

“Ada, oli ukwu efi” a naa! It’s still like a bad dream. Our last communication on June 29 has turned out to be the very last. My family and I will miss your laughter dearly. You were truly a light bearer, warming up evey heart you touched. May your gentle soul rest in peace.
Kingsley Oise Momodu says
July 22, 2022 at 10:59 pm

Chichi your thoughtfulness, kindness and serenity will be greatly missed. I remember our last conversation …..the laughter, the humor and the depth. Your life was impactful and you made an impression that will never grow faint. A beautiful soul resting in perfect peace with the Lord. Amen !
Olisa Chiedozi says
July 22, 2022 at 10:12 pm

Aunty ChiChi-Ly!!!! May your BEAUTIFUL Soul Rest In Perfect Peace …Amen! Saying we miss you is an UNDERSTATEMENT!! Muna cannot get over your loss. Chuma does not understand. Thank you for loving us…….Forever in our hearts !!!
Stanley Okosun says
July 22, 2022 at 8:51 pm

Chi Chi will miss your smiles may your soul Rest In Peace
Kevwe Regha says
July 22, 2022 at 7:42 pm

My dearest Friend and Sister,
Your loss is too much to bear. You had a larger-than-life personality and believed a stranger was a friend you had not met. I miss you, dear Chichi. I miss your laugh and your voice. I miss hearing you say “Kevwe, you’ve started with this your crayfish waka again”.

You’re in safe hands now – absent from the body but present with the Lord. Rest well, child of God…until we meet again.
Nnamdi & Ngozi Ezimako says
July 22, 2022 at 7:11 pm

Chichi meant so so much to us; from picking her up at the Atlanta airport in November 1998 to the day we heard this news, which is still so unbelievable. Chichi was our Dear Sister and Friend. Indeed our comfort is that we know exactly where she is. She lived for the Lord and is resting with Him. Gosh, we had plans for her to vacation with us in MD
Dad, Gogo, Nini, Uzo and the families, only God’s healing hands will ease this pain.
Shalom, Shalom!
Jude Emokpare says
July 22, 2022 at 7:00 pm

Thinking of you all during this difficult period and wishing you peace and comfort as we remember Chichi.
Mummy says
July 22, 2022 at 6:58 pm

This morning I woke up in Waves of tears down my cheeks…. I have lost not only a daughter but a loving kind generous friend who i could discuss read laugh at anything with her ….. I have lost Chichily my Pikin Friday my first child a friend!!!
I can’t conclude or write down what’s in my mind…… I am crying crying nd tears are blinding my view I want to ask God questions nd I know Chichi would not like that but I’m of blood nd flesh!! God will forgive me…. I’m hurting!!!
michael aninyei says
July 22, 2022 at 6:37 pm

Words cannot express the depth of my sorrow . You were my sister and I was so looking forward to your visit . I miss you so much. I am still trying to understand and come to terms with your departure. I loved you and will miss you so deeply . Lord,please heal the souls of those left behind: Parents, Nneka, Uzomechina and families . Lord , please heal my soul too.
Rest In Peace my beloved Chichi . You were truly a good and one of the best friends I ever had .
Gampyal says
July 22, 2022 at 6:20 pm

I will forever miss you aunty Chichi.
Gampyal says
July 22, 2022 at 6:19 pm

A light from our household is gone, a voice we love is stilled. A place is vacant in our hearts that never can be filled.
Nini Shagaya says
July 22, 2022 at 8:25 am

Chichi I love you and I am broken by your loss.
I will remember to keep saying it is well
Uzo says
July 22, 2022 at 6:53 am

Chi. Rest peacefully my dear sister. I miss you more than words can ever describe.
Your Abungu boy!