TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR GRACE ALELE-WILLIAMS, OON, CFR, HLR
Professor Grace Alele-Williams was a member ofn the Hallmarks of Labour Foundations’ board of trustees right from its inception more than 26years ago, until her death in march 25th, 2022.
Her intellectual and practicable contributions to our projects and programs went along to ensure the sustainability and continued relevance of the foundation.
I recall my unceasing calls and her gentle reassuring voice at the other end of the line at all times. Except she was indisposed, professor allele-Williams was never absent at any of the Foundation’s events.
On the home front, she was firmly established as a matriarch of immeasurable value; a wife, mother, aunt and confidant. At 89, she lived a fulfilled life worthy of emulation by woman and man alike. As she aged gracefully, she maintained her commanding presence and quiet dignity as a positive influence for human progress. She will be sorely missed by all those who interacted and were familiar with her.
For us at the Hallmarks of Labour Foundation, she was a mentor, mother, Role model, and community Developer with a heart of gold. It is rather disconcerting to realize that she would be our Board of Trustees Meeting and the foundation’s events.
Though it is an expression of human sentiments to mourn the death of one dear to us, we are enjoined as Christians to submit to the will of almighty God always. We pray He accept her soul in Him Kingdom. Amen.
‘’The Utukpa lwere—The Light of Warri Kingdom; Oluebeje-A Lady of Candor and Beauty; Our Beloved Mama, rest in perfect peace’’,
Chief Patricia Dada Otuedon-Arawore
Executive Secretary
Hallmarks of Labour Foundation (HLF)