Rev. Pamela Dreda Oyola

As our hearts grieve and many questions fill our minds while we process this shocking loss, we hold firmly to the unchanging truth that God is good, and His mercies endure forever. He remains faithful. Pastor Pam is now in a better place, for “to be with Christ is far better” (Philippians 1:23). As the Apostle Paul declared, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21).

Pastor Pam was a woman of unwavering faith, a courageous fighter who lived by and believed the Word of God until the very end. She devoted her life to serving God and His people, and we rejoice in the assurance that she has now heard the words of her Master: “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21).

As the DCIU church family, we acknowledge that this is an incredibly difficult season for all of us. In moments like these, we are called to embrace, comfort, and encourage one another, beginning with Pastor Pam’s family. Let us surround them with our love, prayers, and support, especially Rev. Ken Oyola and their sons, Brighton and Brayden. We also continue to uphold their close and extended families before the Lord.

As a church, we look to and lean on the Holy Spirit, our Comforter, trusting Him to strengthen, sustain, and carry us through this season of grief. We trust our Heavenly Father to be everything we need Him to be, and we receive His grace, comfort, and healing.

Even as we mourn the void left by her departure, we remain profoundly grateful to God for a life that was exceptionally fruitful and faithfully lived. We honour and celebrate one of God’s faithful servants in our generation a woman who lived and preached the uncompromising Word of God, walked closely with the Holy Spirit, and, through both her teaching and her example, inspired us to do the same.

Pastor Pam’s life was a powerful testimony of unwavering faith, selfless and sacrificial service, and a deep love for God and for people. Though she is no longer with us in body, her legacy will continue to live on in the countless lives she touched, the faith she imparted, and the Kingdom she faithfully served.

We thank God for the gift of her life, and we pray that the peace of Christ, which surpasses all understanding, will guard the hearts and minds of her family, friends, and our entire church community.

Rest in Peace, Pamela Dreda Oyola, our God’s girl

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” — Psalm 116:15