A Tribute of Love…..
Eulogy : Mrs. Eliza D’Sa
1 Cor. 15:54-58
When the mortal has been changed into the immortal, then the scripture will come true: “Death is destroyed; victory is complete!” “Where, Death is your victory? Where, Death is your power to hurt?” Death gets its power to hurt from sin, and sin gets its power from the Law. But thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! So then, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm and steady. Keep busy always in your work for the Lord, since you know that nothing you do in the Lord's service is ever useless.
Our beloved Mumma, was born on 5th November 1951 to late Gilbert and Juliana Fernandes at Pedmale, Neermarga, and had a wholesome upbringing in a joint family, of parents and grandparents until she was joined in holy matrimony on 12th May 1971 with Alex D’Sa of Kelarai Parish. Together they raised a beautiful family of four children to know the Lord, educated them and steadfastly supported them in whatever field of work they chose to pursue for themselves.
She was an exemplary daughter, wife, mother and most of all much loved grandmother not only to her own, but also to the children of the neighborhood. She brightened and touched the lives of many in her own quiet way, never making it known to another, how she continued being a support system in empathy and service encouraging others to do the same for everyone. She taught the same to her children by not only in words but being a fine example. Her smile was infectious and you could never hold back a smile while looking at her. Her soft nature and calm demeanor won the hearts of many and this evening all of you here are present because you are witness to it.
The D’Sa family moved from Kelarai Parish to Kulshekar Parish in May 2007. Mumma had special devotion to the Holy Cross and Infant Jesus. It was her dream that she be close to the House of God and her dream was fulfilled. She was deeply spiritual and spent much of her time in prayer everyday.
Since 2008, she had been suffering from various illnesses and she battled every storm like a true soldier and was victorious, even surprising doctors with her willpower and zest to live. Her doctors treated her like their own mother with love and care and never made her feel like a patient.
The last few months of her journey on earth were particularly tough on her body. She suffered continuous migraines. God watched her being brave through it all and took her away as she suffered a massive cardiac arrest on 30th November 2015.
Her beloved husband and our much loved Papa (and Aab), was her Rock of Gibraltar each and every day of their lives, not deterring through the eight rigorous years where illness wrecked Mumma. They were each other’s support systems, each others courage and each others fulfillment to God’s plan in our lives.
Our Mumma has left a void in our lives by her untimely demise. Her goodness and love will always be with us as a guiding light, as we carry her legacy forward.
We thank all the Doctors, Nurses, Relatives, Friends, Well-wishers, and Undertakers who have been with us through our grief. A special thanks to the Priests, Brothers, and Sisters who are here today to celebrate the life of our dear Mother.
They, whom we love and lose are no longer where they were before. They are now…wherever we are. Mumma Dearest, may God of all goodness grant you eternal rest and may you enjoy life eternal with the Angels of God. God Bless you all, AMEN.
In Gratitude…
The D’Sa Family is grateful to all Relatives, Friends, Well-wishers, and all those who were a part of us during the untimely demise of our beloved Mumma. The Doctors who treated her worked wonders and never made her feel like patient. As one of the doctors said, “she is a wonderful lady…..even in pain she doesn’t complain.” Such was the patience and sensitivity Mumma. We thank all those who posted messages on daijiworld and in other social networking sites. Your love and support means much to us and keep us in your prayers as we come to terms with the greatest loss of our lives. May God bless you all.
Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her, may her gentle soul rest in peace, AMEN.