Tribute From Wifey
Edwin, my beloved husband,

How do I begin to say goodbye to the man who has been my everything? How do I begin to express the profundity of my love and the magnitude of my loss? You were not just my husband but my inspiration, confidante, best friend, soulmate, and steadfast rock that helped me through thick and thin. You brought light into my life that never dimmed. Your smile could brighten the darkest day; your laugh could lift the heaviest heart.

You always put your friends and family's needs before your own. I am grateful for your kindness. Your compassion touched not just our family but everyone you met. The world was a better place because of your presence in it.

As a friend, Edwin was the most dependable person you could have wanted. He was always there for those who needed him with advice or just a chat. He inspired everyone around him. His selflessness, integrity, and passion were a defining part of his character, and the needs of others always came first.

Edwin, you taught me the true meaning of courage, the value of sacrificing for the greater good, teamwork, discipline, and the power of believing in oneself and others. You led by example, showing us how to face challenges with determination, how to lose with grace and win with humility, how to face adversity with resilience, how to treat others with respect regardless of their background, how to cherish the freedoms we often take for granted, and how to use challenges as a vehicle for personal growth and community building.

I am grateful for your wisdom. You had this incredible ability to see the heart of any matter and to offer advice that was always spot-on. You taught me kindness, resilience, and the power of unconditional love. I learned so much from you, lessons that will guide me for the rest of my life.

Edwin, you knew me better than I knew myself. You could read my moods like an open book, always knowing when I needed a word of encouragement, a listening ear, or a quiet moment of understanding. In your eyes, I always saw unconditional love and acceptance.

The love and bond we both shared were unique and special. You were there for me through the good and bad times and could always put a smile on my face. You supported me throughout my career journey from a Licensed Practical Nurse to a board Certified Nurse Practitioner, celebrated every triumph, and loved me despite my flaws. I will forever remain grateful for how much joy and love you brought to my life.

Our love wasn't just about "age, money, title, or marriage certificate." It was in the small, everyday moments that our love indeed glistened. You'd always squeeze my hands and hug me several times to say, "Babe, I love you." We shared the comfortable silences, just being in each other's presence.

I'll miss our late-night conversations/gossip when we talk and laugh about everything when we return from parties. I'll miss the way you'd scrunch up your nose when you were concentrating, the way you'd hum while I scratch your head, the way you'd look at me across a crowded room to communicate with me, and how you always make me feel like the only "Princess" in the world.

Edwin, you were my anchor in stormy seas, my compass when I felt lost. You trusted and believed in me even when I doubted myself. Your strength during your illness was nothing short of heroic and awe-inspiring. Even in your final days, you were more concerned about comforting me than yourself.

Edwin, my love, thank you for the several years of unwavering love, the incredible journey we shared, and the countless moments of joy and tenderness.

He may be gone, but his spirit is still alive and found in those of us who loved him. Although he may be gone from this world, his legacy lives on through the people he touched. We carry his memory with us, and it comforts me that so much of him is alive in friends and family.

As I say goodbye, my heart aches with the enormity of this loss. But I find solace in the beautiful memories we created, the love we shared so freely, the life we built together, and the legacy he leaves behind. Your love will continue to guide us; your memory will continue to inspire us. Though you're no longer by my side, your passion remains a part of me. Until we meet again, my darling husband, you will forever be in my heart.

Farewell, My Love & Guardian Angel!

By,
"Princess" Limunga Jackai-Ndoko