- Late Nollywood actor Junior Pope's wife expressed the profound loss felt within their family since his passing on her Instagram page
- She expressed how she had survived the grief since her husband passed last year, highlighting the challenges faced
- Her post has since garnered sympathy and support from the late actor’s fans and friends
In a heartfelt message shared on her Instagram, the widow of late Nollywood actor Junior Pope, Jennifer Odonwodo, reflected on the year that has passed since his untimely death.
She expressed in a poignant write-up how it has been hard for her and the children after his demise.
"It's been one year of standing in the face of our unimaginable loss, and not a day has gone by without a thought of you."
Revealing the deep emotional impact Junior Pope's absence has left on the family. She continued, "Your love still surrounds us, your laughter echoes in our hearts, and your presence is felt in the quiet moments when we miss you most."
Navigating life without him has proven challenging.
"The grief remains heavy, the absence left a void that words can never fill," she shared, acknowledging the difficulty of staying strong for their children while feeling the weight of their loss.
She further expressed how Junior Pope’s children are constantly reminded of their father’s promises. The widow recounted,
"I still don't have the right words to respond to Jason and Jaden wanting to know if Daddy will fulfill his promise of taking them to a proper football academy and be present at their first official match." She added, "Then the littlest one... Jamon keeps asking when daddy is bringing the big toy car he promised him."
She expressed profound gratitude towards those who have offered support during this painful journey.
"We appreciate everyone who sympathized with us... Words cannot express our heartfelt gratitude for your love and support towards us."
Her message to her late husband rings clear:
"Though you're no longer by our side, you live on in every memory, every smile, and every tear." She concluded with a bittersweet wish, stating, "We cannot question God, right? May your soul rest in perfect peace, my love."
Many netizens have reached out to offer condolences, standing strong alongside them during this tumultuous time.
Reactions trail Junior Pope's widow heartfelt message
@mayyuledochie wrote: “It is well, God is by your side and He will strengthen you all.”
@ezinnebethrand wrote: “Today made it 3months we buried my dad his name is also POPE..I pray these angels keep watching over us..stay strong G.”
@kiddiesfantasy wrote: “My Baby, you mourned him for a whole year on this space and never posted... God bless you Sweetm.”
@iamyvonnejegede wrote: “This is so emotional to read. My dear Queen, continue to stay strong. He will forever be in our hearts.”
@adinmasomadina wrote: “God will keep strengthening you & the kids.”
@patrick_mary313 wrote: “Exactly how he would have like it, his family, am proud of you mami, keep holding it down..”
@estherone wrote: “Keep being strong sis, God will continue to give you strength and protect you and the boys. Keep resting with the Lord JP.”
@its_tegadominic wrote: “Welcome back babe, lots of love fly with the doves JP.”
@ikemenancy wrote: “Sending you love and light be strong.”
@neekahs_luxurybeads wrote: “May God give you strength ma'am!❤️❤️❤️.”
@amarachiigidimbah wrote: “Trust me when I say he is your guardian Angel now and this picture is exactly how he would like to see y'll.”
@ucheogbodo wrote: “May God Continually renew your Strength.”
@queenwokoma wrote: “Sending Love and Virtual hugs Please keep staying strong.”
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