Messages for Agie

How do I say goodbye to someone who felt like both a sister and a spark? Agnes, you were intelligent in a way that made others feel smarter just by being near you. You were beautiful inside and out. And you were mine — a close friend and colleague who made work feel like play and hard days feel bearable. I keep reaching for my phone to text you, then remembering. I will carry your laughter and your wisdom with me forever. Rest gently, my friend.

44 is no age at all. There was so much more life for you to live, so many more people for you to inspire. But maybe that's the cruelest part of sudden loss — it reminds us how lucky we were to have you for even that long. Thank you for every coffee break brainstorm, every late-night honest talks, every time you made me believe in myself. I will be your role model now, the way you were mine.

You were the kind of person who made everyone around you better, Smarter, Kinder, & More alive. And you did it without ever trying. That's rare. That's you. I am heartbroken, but I am also so grateful I got to call you my friend and colleague. Agnes, watch over us, okay?

Agnes you guide a lot of students and care about a lot of patients , your heart and soul was so big and all of this people remember you like a amazing value in their lifes , a light who shine even now , from where you are guideing us all who know you and your great personality, miss you and never forghet my dear teacher !!!!! R.I.P

Agie I honestly still cant believe that you are gone,but I find immense comfort in knowing that you lived your life to the fullest and so admirably. Words cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for me from the moment I was born until now and I wish I had said that to you more. I promise to carry you with me everywhere I go and to honour your memory. I will miss talking to you about our k dramas and movies, I will miss seeing your gorgeous smile and hearing you brag about your beautiful hair. thank you for protecting me and guiding me and picking me up when I fell. Rest in power Agie and know that your loving family will hold you in our hearts forever.

Every time I think of you I remember your lovely smile, you were such a brilliant lecturer clever, smart and caring, but gone too soon.

"Condolence message to the immediate family members of our late lecturer, Sister and friend. My heartfelt condolences to the entire family during this difficult time. 💔🙏 I pray that God grants you strength, comfort, and peace as you go through this moment of loss. No words can truly ease the pain, but please know that you are not alone. God is with you, and He will carry you through. May the soul of your loved one rest in perfect peace, and may the memories you shared bring you comfort in the days ahead. I pray that the Lord surrounds your family with His love and gives you the grace to endure. We are standing with you in prayers and love. Stay strong, and may God console your hearts. 🙏"

"Dear Agnes, Thank you for being such a dedicated lecturer, I was greatly inspired by you.The impact you made will last a lifetime. RIP my great lecturer! You are truly missed. Chantelle 🙏🏽 🕊️"

"A Beautiful soul inside and out, vibrant and funny! I will miss working with you, your ideas, love for nursing and supporting students and never afraid to speak your mind attitude, Rest in eternal Peace Agnes much Love Lucy"

"I was deeply saddened to hear about your passing. You were more than a lecturer—you were someone who truly saw your students, encouraged us, and left a lasting impression on our lives. I will always cherish the photograph you captured of me on my graduation day. It wasn’t just a picture; it was a moment you preserved with such care, and it reflects the way you supported and believed in your students. That memory means even more to me now. Thank you for your guidance, your kindness, and the passion you brought into teaching. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten."

"In memory of a great nurse who inspired us all with her warmth, intelligence, fun and integrity. A great loss for our nursing community - she is deeply missed. Sending sympathy & love to her family."

When I was 13, I went on a family holiday to Spain. Agnes was taking care of me, because my mother wasn't present. On this particular day we went to the beach and my cousins wanted to go parasailing and I told her I'd like to join them. After the fun of parasailing, she told me my pocket money was gone because it had paid for my parasailing( for réference on all my previous holidays pocket money was used for small things such as souvenirs and snacks, it was never used towards activities) So i felt shocked, because if i had known beforehand I would have chose to miss out on the experience rather than lose all my money without knowing. I began arguing with Agnes shouting "YOU TRICKED ME". After that day I vowed she would never blindside me again

Years later, And Agnes became someone I depended on for a lot of things. She sat with me and assisted with my personal statements, interview practices and offered to help with univeristy assignments. She told me she would be at my graduation, I carried that promise. And in doing so she had blindsided me once again.

Now these two memories live side by side in my heart, one of childhood anger and the other of adulthood loss. Both of something meaningful being taken away too soon, but where there was once anger there is now sorrow. Because I would give anything to be blindisided by her once again.

In short Agnes taught me very valuable lessons that I still live by to this day. She was a teacher even outside of the classroom. She'd pour life and wisdom into you and always put the needs of others before herself. I am blessed to have had you as a cousin Agnes .

Agnes ! I still cannot find words !!! I'm yet to graduate and you was top on my list for my graduation party ! How I wish I had the powers to bring you back to life !

I started university when my daughter was 10months I didn't think I could do it ! you believed in me more than myself and you made everything possible and encouraged me so so much. I could never thank you enough for your great work , passion & generosity , love you more than you will ever know beautiful soul , until we meet again .

She was more than a lecturer. She was a guide, a steady presence, and for many of us, a source of comfort during moments when we needed it most. I speak personally when I say that her support went far beyond the classroom. She saw people—not just students—and she gave her time, her patience, and her kindness without hesitation. In doing so, she changed lives in quiet but lasting ways.

At the university, she was an extraordinary asset. Her dedication to her work, her passion for teaching, and her genuine care for those she taught created an environment where people could grow—not only academically, but as individuals. She didn’t just share knowledge; she inspired confidence, resilience, and hope. The impact of that cannot be measured in grades or achievements, but in the countless lives she helped shape.

Agnes.

Though my heart aches after the loss of you, I am extremely proud to have been able to call you my big sister. Your time with us was short and sweet just like you. I will look for you in every room that shares smiles and hear you in every laughter that holds joy.

What a tender and nourishing love you must have carried to be held in such high regard by so many. Your cup truly runneth over, your wisdom knew no bounds and your capacity to care was never empty. Every moment with you was more special than the last and built to withstand the test of time.

Farewell, my beautiful big sister 🕊️👸🏾

My prayers are with Agie's family and I do pray peace, healing and God's comfort to you all.

As a family you already know how full of vitality, encouragement, fun and joy dear Agie was. As a colleague and friend she was the same. Genuinely interested in people and seeing their potential.

Agie has left too soon but what she has left is legacy and those she has impacted 'know' (Selah)

We thank Father God for her life and for the blessing she was to us all.

R.I.P Dear Sister

"I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my lecturer Agnes .She was an incredible teacher who inspired and supported me and many so many of us. Her kindness, wisdom, and dedication will never be forgotten. My thoughts are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time Rest in peace, an amazing lecturer and teacher . Thank you for your guidance, kindness, and everything you taught us. You will be truly missed 🤍"

"Rest in peace dear Agnes It was a pleasure working with you.at UWL . You brought great Joy happiness and a beautiful smile every day to work. Always remembered Karen x"

"It was such a shock to hear the sad news about Agnes. Much too young and with too much left to give. Agnes will leave a big hole in the wider community and will be sorely missed by family and friends. My condolences to her loved ones. I would like to personally acknowledge the significant contribution Agnes made to the early development of healthcare education at Roehampton. For that I am truly grateful and will remember her fondly."

"My heart aches every time I think about you😭😭😭 When I was a new lecturer you took me under your wing. You were always compassionate, kind and easygoing. Last time when we met we discussed about how we can do a project together back home in Zimbabwe. This showed how dedicated you were about improving other people’s lives. You will be forever in my heart dearest friend. Till we meet again♥️"

"I am heartbroken by your loss Agnes. You weren't just a colleague, someone who brought warmth, kindness and light into every day we met and worked together. We will truly miss you and may your beautiful soul rest in eternal peace dear friend. Our heartiest condolences to the family. May God grant you all, the strength and courage to overcome the pain and devastation during this incredibly difficult time. Our beautiful Agnes, you will be in our hearts forever!! Sleep tight Angel."

As a previous work colleague I was so sad to hear of your sudden passing. You were great to work with. Had an excellent work ethic, incredibly intelligent and compassionate but wouldn't stand for any nonsense!! Hoping that your family will have some reassurance during these sad times, knowing the impact you had on others!

xx

Agnes was life itself! She went after it with everything she had, passion, conviction and action! I am devastated at this loss, it has left a sudden unexpected gap. Yet, I am thankful she graced this world and grateful to have known her. Fly high beautiful angel, fly high onto those planes that are hidden from us where we shall meet again one day! You are much loved, forever 💜💜💜

Dear Agnes,

It’s difficult to find the right words, and saying goodbye is even harder. You meant so much to me — an extraordinary friend and colleague, with the heart of a nurse and the mind of a scholar. You gave both so freely.

Your commitment to teaching and shaping the next generation of nurses will live on in every student you inspired and supported.

I will always remember your kindness to me personally. During some very difficult moments in my role as Royal College of Nursing President, you noticed. You reached out with words of encouragement and support at exactly the right time. That meant more than I ever said.

You stood firmly for equity, diversity and inclusion — not just in words, but in how you lived and worked. You loved people well, through your humour, your warmth, and your generosity.

And I will never forget your style — your love of purple, your heels and boots, and your beautiful hair. You brought presence, confidence, and light wherever you went.

You will be deeply missed, Agnes — as a nurse, an academic, a teacher, a colleague, and my friend.

Thank you for everything you gave to me — your knowledge, your wisdom, your care, and so much more. I will remember you in my prayers always, and I will keep your family in my prayers too.

With love,

Sheila Sobrany

"RIP my dear friend! We shall miss your physical presence but your beautiful spirit, your smiling soul, and your passionate presence will live on in our minds. When we weep, every tear will turn into bulbs of light, shining from your eyes in glory. Pray for us and see you on the other end some day"

"Dear Agie, Your passing has been a real eye-opener, reminding me how important it is to cherish every moment. I just want to thank you for all your help and support, especially during one of the most difficult times towards the end of my course. Your kindness meant more to me than words can express. I take comfort in believing you are now in a better place. You will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. ❤️"Eunice Ada Abah

"Agnes was such a delightful, passionate, positive, and caring colleague, and will be sorely missed by all those who worked closely with her and experienced her energy. It was a pleasure to have Agnes within the School of Life and Health Sciences at Roehampton, such a dedicated team player with so much experience and expertise to give to our students. She had a bright future ahead, with a drive for continued learning and leadership, it is so very sad to see a wonderful life cut so short. I will always remember what Agnes brought to our lives and hold close the kind and loving nature that she shared with us all."

"Dear Agie, I am so pleased that I got to work with you (even if only a few times a year). You were a real inspiration and truly student focussed; you had a light that shone so brightly, a leader with such passion, a real example of why we do what we do as academics, I will miss you keep shining bright x"

"Oh, Agnes, I am so heartbroken by your loss. I only met you a few times, yet you stayed with me in a way I did not expect. Some people do that, they don’t need time, just truth. And you were full of it. I miss your optimism, your humour and your kindness. Your voice still echoes in my ears, warm and familiar. See all these messages from your friends and your students. You gave more than you probably ever realised. Thank you, Agnes, for the joy you shared so freely, for the happiness you spread, for the way you lifted others without even trying. You will be remembered, not only for what you did, but for how you made us feel."

"I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my lecturer Agnes .She was an incredible teacher who inspired and supported me and many so many of us. Her kindness, wisdom, and dedication will never be forgotten. My thoughts are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time Rest in peace, an amazing lecturer and teacher . Thank you for your guidance, kindness, and everything you taught us. You will be truly missed 🤍"