On Wednesday,13th April, 2005, to the astonishment of all those who knew this wonderful lady Mrs Florence Adjei- Lamptey (Alias Amasika), the mighty tree of Baika (A place in Volta Region of Ghana) fell down at home in London.

On Friday 13th of May, her wake-keeping was held at The Glory House (Church),off the Barking Road, Canning Town, London for all friends and family to come and pay their last respects to the late Mrs. Florence Lamptey (Popularly known as Auntie Florence), Which was full to capacity.
She was a beautiful, loving person who touched many people’s lives, not only with her spiritual words, but, with her gentle demeanor and actions.

Tributes which were given by her children, husband, friends and family, moved everybody to tears!

”Maa, you rendered to me an uncommon motherly service and instilled in me sound moral principles, above all you taught me the fear of God and humility for which I am grateful. Maa, if today death has taken you away from me, I take the consolation that the Lord needs you most and you are resting in his bosom. Chelsy your grand-daughter and I bid you farewell, Damirifa due, due, due, ne amanihunu MAA. Rest in Perfect Peace. Amen” Tribute by Tina Appiagyei (1st child).

This daughterly love from Mizpah Lamptey, the second born, moved the whole congregation with her deep and profound tribute to her mother.
”People look at me and ask "how can I be so strong?", "How do I still find the courage to get out of bed in the morning? " I realize I have the strength and courage because of you. I hope I can live the life you have always wanted for me and I pray that I will continuously make you proud. I miss your voice, I miss your laughter, I miss YOU mum. The only thing that gives me hope is that I know I will see you again. Till then, please watch over me. I love you.” She said

Tribute by Michael Lamptey
”I keep thinking, out of everyone why did you have to go and leave me on my own. Even though I have the rest of my family, no one can every replace you. You were a very wonderful person in everyway and I was proud to call you my mother. God has taken his angel, so mum; you have a new home now. I love you.”

Michelle, 5, the last child of the family was surrounded by her siblings, when she read this tribute, ”I know that she is in heaven and that it is very hard for you and me; but she wanted me to be happy that she is in heaven resting with Jesus. I love you mum for all the things you have done. Mum you deserve to be in heaven. I will love you with all my heart.” It ended.

Then finally, the last heart-rending tribute came from the widower: Rev. William Lamptey, the founder and leader of the renowned Blessed Hope Ministries Church. Read ”Amasika, you were an extraordinary woman. "Darl", I loved you very much. I weep deep within my spirit for your sudden departure to be with Christ. You gave me three lovely children, Mizpah, Michael and Michelle. With your determination and patients, we pulled our two other children Tina and Desmond to make a close knitted family of seven. We thank god for your Life, to Him be the glory for giving you to us to love and cherish. My soul will always have good memories of you for the rest of my life. Florence rest in peace in Christ till we meet again. Amen” he also continued

“Darl, I will forever remember your delicious food and the famous carrot cake you used to make”. This comment drew everyone to tears.
The mourners concurred with everything that was said.