Rev. Maurice Dinka-Mba Sr. of Plano, Texas passed away June 26, 2018 at the age of 64.
Rev. Maurice was the epitome of gentlemanly conduct. He was a loving husband, proud father, gentle grandfather, remarkable brother and friend, respected in-law, humble servant of God, a man of peace and widely recognized as leader among his people.
Rev. Maurice self-awareness was obvious, and his illuminating, compassionate and engaging spirit was in clear sight to everyone he came across. His life was a demonstration of love, and while we mourn his departure, let’s also rejoice and give thanks to the Lord for his lovely family and the ever lasting impression he left on earth.
Rev. Maurice is survived by his spouse, Drusilla Dinka-Mba; children, Antoine Dinka-Mba, Maxim Dinka-Mba, Susan Dinka-Mba, and Maurice Dinka-Mba, Jr. all of Plano, Texas; granddaughter, Gabriella Grace Dinka-Mba; sisters, Marian Mbah, Mary Mbah and Sabina Neba; and brothers, Andrew Mbah, Valentine Mbah, Willibroad Mbah, Aloysius Mbah and Joseph Mbah.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Agatha Mbah.
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, August 11, 2018 at First Baptist Church of McKinney, 1615 West Louisiana Street, McKinney, Texas 75069. Interment is to follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park in Allen, Texas. The family will receive friends during a visitation on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home, 2525 Central Expressway North Allen, Texas 75013.
My Dear Husband, Maurice Dinka Mba Sr.,
How I have loved you and love you yet, and still I cannot begin to count the ways your love was just so real. The way you cared for me shall carry me for a lifetime, but the way you loved me should carry me seven times. I am more than blessed to have experienced such a pure love in you. I am more than blessed to have experienced the love of God through you. Whatsoever I have lost in life I consider it not a loss in comparison to you.
You knew I was an orphan in need of much care. You knew I was an orphan and so you would not dare. Dare to act as a brute, dare to be cold and never a mute. But with loving kindness in words and deeds, you loved me exceptionally when I was abased and in need.
You brought out the best in me. Remained gentle and strong while God perfected His character in me; your strength has made me a better woman, a better mother, a better servant and a much better lover…I can run this race better now! I don’t have to be swift; I don’t have to be strong. I only have to endure by His grace until it’s done; you’ve taught me well Maurice! Yes, you’ve taught me well. I am Mrs. Drusilla Dinka Mba!
Well done, my love, you have far exceeded your assignment from The Father to bring me great joy in life. Well done, my love, you have far exceeded the purposes of God to lead me into His wondrous light! Well done Honey! I can hear the Lord Jesus and a host of angels congratulating you. Well done!
I want to thank you again daddy for nurturing me and giving me your all. Thank you for the wonderful children that you have given to me and being a son of God to us and for us all. Thank you my love for leading us, your family to drink at the fountains of God. Thank you for so often picking up fresh manna from heaven and feeding us Sunday after Sunday. It wasn’t difficult to follow you at all my dear.
I’ve been thinking of John 1:12, “But as many as received Him, to them gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name:” Your leadership and love was indeed welcomed bits in our mouths. Many people do not witness the power of God in action in their homes, but I’m thankful today that in you I’ve witnessed the receiving of the power to become a child of God. Thank you my love for raising up our family to be God fearing servants. I know that your sons and daughter and I will continue in our journey of becoming and being children of God that are faithful till the end.
Honorable, yes you are indeed! You have kept your vows to me, till death do us part; you have loved, cherished me, forsaken others and honored me in life as well as in your death. So, I therefore will love, cherish and honor you till we meet again. Rest well my love. Sing Hallelujah to the Lamb my Lord. You have served us well. Loving you to eternity,
Mrs. Drusilla Dinka
Dad, Maurice Dinka-Mba
Dad I love you and admire you for everything that you have taught me since my first pulse. When I look in the mirror, I always see the reflection of you staring back at me. You were a man of many talents and few words as we all knew. If there are a couple of traits that I have spiritually inherited from you over the years, which will always live in my spirit, it would be your work ethic and your humility. You were a man that always taught me how to put God first at all times. When I was a kid, I would sneak into your room and witness you on your knees praying to God with your bible in your hands. The interesting thing about kids and their parents that most people overlook is that kids observe the actions of their parents just as much as parents observe the action of kids. Today we honor you as a hard-working man who was an influential inspiration to all of us. You were a kind-hearted man who never wanted any trouble from anyone. I will always view you as my role model of what a man should look like. Even though it will take me a while to get used to being the only Maurice Dinka-Mba left in the family, I am still proud to have the opportunity to honor your name until I join you in heaven one day. Keep resting in peace Dad, we all love you, but God loved you more. Love you Dad.
Pastor Antoine Dinka-Mba
Dad,
It is difficult to say farewell to you dad, but we will always remain thankful for the guidance, wisdom, and love that you passed on to us. As hard as it is to say you are gone, I know my Father above loved you so much to take you back. I am merely thankful that God blessed me, your family, and the world with you. Noting a lot of the things you did, you were a man of action, respect, your word, selflessness, joy and of love. You were successful. But what is a successful man – a successful man is one “who has lived well, laughed often and loved much; who has gained the respect of intelligent men and the love of children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who leaves the world better than he found it; who has never lacked appreciation of earth’s beauty or failed to express it.; who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had.”
We will always remember your special smile, caring heart, and soft embrace you expressed with steadfastness. We will build off the shoulders of what you taught us through the Lord, and strive to be better than where you left off (by His grace). I thank you for not only telling me how to live; but while living, allowing me to watch you do it.
Evg-Maxim Dinka-Mba
My dear father,
Daddy-O or Papa like I would call you, you were a man of substance. A man whose smile could literally brighten up your day with his shining pearly white teeth. A God fearing man, a man of valor and a man of peace; Daddy, you taught me so many things in this thing called life and I will never forget them. You taught me to always put and keep God first, that there’s nothing wrong with having five planners. Just as long as you plan well and execute and to always keep my receipts. No matter where it was from; whether it’s a gas station or the campus bookstore. “Always keep your receipts, Sue.” That was one of my many nicknames from him. For those that truly know me, know I am the biggest daddy’s girl and there is so much I can say about my father. I actually had three to four pages worth of memories to share. But to keep it short and sweet, I can say this. For everyone who knew my father, you were blessed. If you didn’t know him, I honestly feel so sorry for you. He was one of, if not the most compassionate, most intelligent individuals ever. It was and still is such an absolute honor to call him my father. It literally breaks my heart having to write this knowing my future spouse & children will not get a chance to meet you, but I know you are in a better place and that’s what truly gives me peace. Your legacy will not be forgotten! So, Daddy-O...until we meet again. I love you, always and forever. Rest In Power and Rest In Peace.
Love,
Susan Dinka Mba a.k.a Sue your one and only Princess.
Dad,
I love you so much and I thank you for everything you’ve showed me. You made me the man I am today. I still can’t fathom how you managed to handle situations and make our family stick together throughout every challenge we had to face. I am very grateful for your life and the education you gave me and my siblings. Now you are gone and it’s just so surreal; it is unbelievable. Throughout 34 years of life you showed me so much love and concern. I will do my best to do the same, or better still, do better than what you expected of me. I still replay your laughter in my head as well as your gentle ways. You were not a man of many words. I remember on many occasions when you would come up to me and say both “son, I’m proud of you” and “son, I’m happy for you”! Those words I will never forget. I pray hope you watch over us from heaven. You will forever live in my heart. Goodbye for now dad. I love you so much. Rest in perfect peace.
Maurice Dinka-Mba, Jr.