Chinyere Jane Ashamole
16th Mar 1961 - 12th Jun 2020
59 years
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Funeral Service
7th Dec 2020 12.00PM
Address:King’s Church London, Lee site, 21 Meadowcourt Road, Lee, SE3 9DU
Dress code:Burial - If you can, please wear black.
Notes:The burial has been rescheduled to Tuesday 15th December 2020 at 10:00am at Hither Green Cemetery.
Chinyere Jane (nee Benson Anunibe) Ashamole known to us as ‘Chi’, ‘Chichi’ or Jane was born in Lagos, Nigeria on 16th March 1961. She was the only daughter of her parents and the oldest of 3 siblings. Jane’s passion for cooking led her to train as a caterer. She would bake cakes and delicious food for family and friends. Family would look forward to her Calabari soup recipes. Jane got married to Mr Innocent Chimere (Chims) Ashamole of Okwelle in 1987 and together they had 3 sons of which 1 died years ago. She was a devoted mother who dotted after her sons. Sadly, not only did Jane loose 1 of her 3 sons, she became a widow in 2002. She struggled to make ends meet for her children, while taking care of her sick husband. Jane left Nigeria for London, England in 2004. In London, she worked as a carer looking after elderly people and later children. She became unwell but continued working to support herself and her sons (back home) until she could no longer work. Jane succumbed to her illness on 12th June 2020 at a London hospital. Until her death, she remained a faithful, devout Christian. Please join us, her family and friends to give her a befitting burial and allow her gentle soul to rest in peace. She is survived by her sons Mr. Ugochukwu and Mr. Chinonyerem Ashamole and her 2 brothers Mr. Emeka Benson-Anunibe and Mr. Chigozie Benson-Anunibe as well as many nephews, nieces, cousins and in-laws. Please drop a line of how you know or want to remember Jane, by clicking ‘Add Post’ below. If you wish to make a financial contribution, please click ‘Donations’ below or contact Mrs. Edith A. Ohadekwe, niece to Jane. Thank you, Ashamole, Benson-Anunibe & Ohadekwe families
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GF
07:09
Jane was an amazing person. Facing huge challenges but walking by faith and not by sight. Fiercely independent and always open to prayer and trusting God for all her needs. What a role model. A privilege to know her and be inspired by her.
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21:28
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Rest in eternal peace Aunty Chi❤
JA
17:26
Dear Aunty. It was hard for me to write this obituary for you. The last time we spoke on May 24th I told you that I loved you and that I would come and visit soon with my kids. You asked me to purchase you some items from US which I ordered immediately with hopes of getting them to you. Sadly by the time the items arrived you transitioned into the arms of the Lord. We were both optimistic but God had better plans for you. Plans that would involve you reuniting with your son- Chukwuka, your husband Chims, your beloved parents and other faithfully departed souls. My time spent with you in Nigeria and in England were glorious. We cooked, we shopped, we watched Nigerian movies, we attended church and chatted for hours. I miss you dearly and everything about you. You overcame so many adversities but even until your last day- you remained faithful. This is what I will remember most about you and of course your delectable meals. Rest in the arms of our Lord.
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EO
16:30
Dear Aunty, I still cannot believe you are not here with us physically. Just this past May, you prayed over me and asked God to ensure I deliver safely. I told you not to worry about me and happily received your prayers. I refused to accept that you were not getting better. There are days when I can feel your presence. Your laugh, the nicknames you gave my boys ("My DD") and some of the funny things you'd say... brings a smile to my face with an occasional teardrop. My sister and I share fond memories of the time we lived with you in Lagos as teenagers. I remember the joy I felt when I discovered that you lived in London; I was relocating to England to study and join my then fiance. We had reunited after 9 years. Living in the same county made it easy for us to see each other, particularly on Sundays after church. I shall cherish the good times and our deep conversations. What I will hold onto is how you fought and maintained a strong faith in God...you knew it was your time to go. None of us wanted to accept it. Your love for your children touched me. Your love for your family moved me. You embraced me as the daughter you never had. Being the tough woman I am, I tried to make things right and sometimes it hurts to know I could not be at your side during the pandemic...to hold your hands and pray with you... the way I normally would when you were admitted in the hospital. I'm thankful for you. Your life is an open book; we can all learn from the pages. Sleep in everlasting peace with uncle and Chuka, your parents and mama till we meet again to part no more. Please watch over all of us from above. Love you, Ada
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SB
22:10
Jane was such a sweetie! I feel blessed that Jane had been my best friend at church when she lived in Harrow. Forever etched in my memory and heart will be her radiant smile, contagious laugh, gentle spirit and inspiring faith. She exuded love, kindness, generosity and humility. A devoted mother who continuously prayed for her sons and all her family and she was a fantastic carer. What made our friendship extra special was, we were on the same wavelength with regards to God and spent a lot of time together and our conversations always began with, centered around or ended on God. Jane was a courageous, faithful, woman of prayer. Her incredible faith was inspiring! She went through some tremendous trials, but I saw prayer was always her first port of call in all circumstances, she prayed and she prayed and never lost her grip on the Lord, she had great hope, but also acceptance of God's will for her life, she trusted the Lord totally, knowing He was in control and where she was going and that the best was yet to come. Will forever miss you dear Jane - until we meet again in God's amazing Kingdom.
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SH
21:28
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My heartfelt condolences to all the family. May dear God comfort and strengthen you. Our sweet Jane will be forever in our hearts and memories until we meet again in God's Kingdom. ❤
OC
21:35
Aunty Chi, I'll miss you so dearly. Words cannot actually express how hard it is....remembering so much....RIP!
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