Born February 23, 1977 in the city of Lagos, Nigeria, Ifeyinwa Rebecca Asia began her journey through life. Ifeyinwa was the second of three daughters, the fifth child of nine children and twin sister to her brother Chibuzor Oji. She was born to Enuma Alexander Oji and his wife Faith Maryann Oji. Ifeyinwa’s parents are loving, hardworking, family-oriented civil servants, who through the grace of God almighty raised their nine children in a disciplined and Godly way.
Ifeyinwa found her true calling to serve in life at a very early age. She was very sure she was called to serve and be a fixer. Before she was 10, she was making meals for her very large family of nine children and their friends who often stayed over at her family home. Though Ifeyinwa’s mother had nine children, Ifeyinwa charged herself with the responsibility of taking care of the home at a very early age. She cared for everyone, cleaning and cooking singlehandedly, making sure there were no sad faces, no hungry mouths to feed and no empty bellies to fill. She was exemplary in serving people. Always with joy in her heart and a smile on her face, she would see to it that everyone was happy and at peace. Ifeyinwa loved to serve wherever she was and she served selflessly. Ifeyinwa was never idle, she was not afraid to try her hands on something new and was a friend to all.
Ifeyinwa learnt her ethics, strong family values, her model for the lifelong task of parenting and intentional living from her parents. She graduated from Ambrose Alli University, Nigeria with a Bachelor’s in French Studies. As a goal getter, she excelled in her studies understanding that she could attain anything she wants in life if she sets her mind to it.
Ify, as fondly called by everyone, met the love of her life Christian Asia who she fondly referred to as her heartbeat in 2007 and they got married in 2008. They are blessed with three lovely children: Aaron, Jason, and Khloe. She was an amazing wife and mother. An organized home maker and a great cook, her home is surrounded by a peaceful aura that makes everyone feel welcome and loved. She loved to cook and was constantly trying out new and interesting recipes. She had a beautiful voice and loved singing. She was an active member of the good women fellowship of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Mount Zion Parish, Regina, where she and her family worship. Ifeyinwa was a mother, a true friend to all, kindhearted, always ready to lend a helping hand and radiating joy and life everywhere she goes.
Ifeyinwa worked at Global Energy Ltd and Wartsila, both based in Lagos, Nigeria. She relocated to Regina, Canada in 2017, and worked in Kids first Regina, Scotiabank, Regina Open Door Society and Sim Electric.
Ifeyinwa was very athletic. She won several awards for sports while she was in high school. She engaged in track and field athletics, was the best sprinter and the best at long jump. Ifeyinwa was the best at pole vault and she was an amazing female soccer player. She was the lead traditional dancer at social events. Ifeyinwa’s laughter was rich, deep and very infectious. She was always happy.
Ifeyinwa impacted so many lives. Being highly coordinated, she demonstrated great leadership and emotional intelligence skills while helping immigrants to settle in Canada, as part of job duties at the Regina Open Door Society.
Ifeyinwa, the gap you have left is huge and cannot be filled, we love you, but Christ loves you more. Rest on in the bosom of our Lord till we meet on that blessed resurrection morning. Adieu!
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