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Barbara Long
September 9, 2025
To the family of Ikpe, I knew Ikpe at UAB Medical. He was a lovely man and great physician. I did not know of his passing until now. You are blessed to have had him as a husband and father. Barbara Long, M.D., Atlanta
Dr Emeka ONU
June 20, 2013
Dr Ekpoudia,
It is with sadness that i read your obituary!I had lost contact with you after so many years from Huntsville Alabama in the late 70,s and just thought of you to reconnect,only to be told that you have passed on.I was a student at the University Of Alabama Huntsville.My biggest occasion with you was when a Nigerian student was brought to the emergency room Of Huntsville General Hospital and all he spoke was Ibo that nobody could understand.Then you called me at my home to come to the hospital right away.I did and it was found that the boy whose name is Chidi had a brain tumor and with your assistance he was operated upon.Chidi is happily married today with a Masters degree in Chemistry when nobody gave him a chance to live.When i met you in the 70,s you exuded humility and care to the utmost.The love in those eyes of yours were incredible!You are in a better place my dear.May you rest in perfect peace !Amen
Rizza Tawatao
March 30, 2013
Hi Dr. Ikpe. I had the pleasure of having your daughter as a student today. No words can explain how humbling it was to share with her your love and compassion for our neonates. We laughed and cried as I shared my very favorite memories of you. We truly miss and love you Dr. Ikpe.
May you rest in peace.
Allysha Silecky
January 12, 2013
Ipke I have the fondest memories as a child at your house were we swam,barbecued and watched movies!i am so sad to hear that I can no longer come to Vegas to visit you,but i will always cherish those wonderful memories we spent together! and my heart go's out to iboro and Kwame and hope you both are okay and wish to come in contact with you both sometime soon.....RIP Ikpe
Melinda
January 5, 2013
Dr Ikpe-
You saved my son's life 15 years ago December 1997. The 1st night he was born, a different neonatologist came to me and said "Your son will not make it through the night". And then, God sent me an angel...and it was you....and you said (in your most magnificent accent) "Tell me....what is your boys name?" and I replied "Tyson" and you said "aaaahhhhhh dats a perfect name...cuz your boy.....he's a fighta!" and you changed his antibiotic and a few other orders and he made it!! Not only did he 'make it' but today, he is an incredible athlete, student, friend, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and son! There is honestly not a day that goes by that I don't think of you when I look at my son. I had hoped to get back to the LV area and have him meet you one day....I am saddened to discover that you are in a better place. May peace and comfort be with your family. And may they know that my life would not be what it is today without you. God bless you and keep you....much love being sent your way!
Edidiong Ekpo
October 25, 2012
Rest in Peace Dr Ikpe. May God rest your soul.
October 12, 2012
Ikpe, your were not only a AWESOME neonatologist, but a GREAT MAN and FRIEND!!! REST NOW WITH THE LORD- YOUR WORK IS DONE!! SYBIL JACKSON, RN
maria akpan
September 23, 2012
It was early this year i read about u during my searches for Emelda,my late hubbys sister. its scary but God knows best.what a profile u had.rest in peace
Kellie Polder, RN
September 21, 2012
Ikpe, you are my favorite NICU Doc of ALL time! I miss your sweet spirit and great smelling cologne! You are surely one of Heaven's Angels now. Until we meet again. . . .
ERNEST IDEM
September 21, 2012
Dr, It was just last Year I came in contact with you through telephone conversation and several email sent across to you. For the first time you realize you've a relation of yours that exit in Niaja and you were pleased to let me know the big plans you had for the family. While waiting to hear from you before the end of this Year as promised to unfold your dream of Qua River Hotel and your home site at Shelter Afrique which you personally confided in me, suddenly the cold hand of death snatched you away from us. We really missed you. The entire family of Tim Idem in Ikot Ebiere Pray that your Gentle Soul rest in bosom of our Lord
Ernest Tim Idem - Nigeria
Harry Omoregie
September 20, 2012
May your gentle soul rest in peace.
Andy Alali
September 1, 2012
This is the saddest news I've heard since the death of my father. May his soul rest in peace!!!
Margaret Itauma
August 22, 2012
Dr. Ekpoudia, I spoke a few times with you before I met you at AKISAN convention in Detroit Michigan when you came up to make donations to Akisan. Your legacy remains. May the Almighty God grant your family the fortitude to bear your loss.
Margaret Itauma.
Houston Texas
Laura Elliott, NP
August 17, 2012
I am heart broken by the loss of such a great man. He taught me so much about neonates and has been a dear friend for many years. I will always love you Ipke and will fondly remember the good times we shared. When I talked to you in January I had no idea you would be gone before I got to come see you. Thanks for all the memories. Ibora and Kwame I will be praying for you both. I know he had 2 more children who I never knew but prayers to them as well. Miss you already Ipke
Denise Bonner
August 7, 2012
Words cannot express the grief in my heart. How do you say goodby to such a dear, kind, sweet gentleman? You were always a friend above anything else. You always had a smile. We had so much fun in the unit. I will miss you so much. There are hundreds of children alive today because of your care. I pray for your family, you will be dearly missed.
Rizza Tawatao
July 30, 2012
Dr. Ikpe,
I came across the letter of recommendation I had asked for you to write for me today. Seeing your signature brought a smile to my face. I remember the day I came to pick the letter up at SPVH, a young lady with her mom and dad came to visit you. They smiled so proudly, hugged you, and showed you pictures of a little baby you had taken care of... They explained that the young lady that stood before you was the same little baby in the pictures and they wanted to say thank you before she left to start her freshman year at Yale. I remember your kind smile and beautiful laugh when you shared the photo with me. You said, "Rizza, look at all my hair here and how young I was". This is how I will always remember you sir.
I want to say thank you for your kindness, your knowledge, and words of wisdom. Thank you for your laughter and smile that greeted us each morning. Most of all thank you for your guidance and friendship to those who had the opportunity to know and meet you. We will truly miss you Dr. Ikpe, may your RIP knowing that your legacy will always live on in the lives you have touched.
pam couevas
July 29, 2012
sir you were one of the best, and will be missed by all, you have only to look at all those you saved
Marc Leitner
July 29, 2012
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the Ekpudia family. I worked with Ikpe at Summerlin and Spring Valley and had the deepest respect for him as a doctor and fellow human being. I considered him to be a good friend and a man with a great heart. I hope that you will find comfort in your memories of him.
Ikpe, I cherish our friendship and I will never forget your dream of building that hotel in Nigeria. May God bless you and your family. I know your soul is resting in that beautiful hotel up in heaven.
July 29, 2012
Dr.Ikpe is a amazing man. I would like to thank him for being a wonderful inspiration in my life. He always was a pleasure to be around. A soul like his is one of a kind. Thank God, I had the opportunity to have worked with him. You are truly missed. My eternal prayers for Dr.Ikpe's children and family. Thank you for sharing a beautiful man.
Love always, Donyale Williams LPN, Spring Valley Women Center
Nancy Spencer
July 28, 2012
Ikpe, I can honestly say you are the best doctor I have had the privilege to work with in my 22 years as a NICU nurse. It was easy to for everyone around you, including the parents to see how much you cared about all the babies you took care of. I will miss your kindness, wisdom, honesty, and laughter. I hope there's great coffee and Christmas candles in heaven!
To your family, please know that Dr. Ikpe will missed immensely and never be forgotten.
You have left footprints on the hearts of many!
Haze Kompelien, RN
July 28, 2012
My condolences to the family of Dr Ikpe Ekpoudia. I remember his gentleness with the neonatal babies and their families, his smile and kind words to us L&D nurses, and his love of his own family. He will be missed.
Thank you so much Dr E for all your extra love and care with our precious preemie!
Wendy Smith
July 28, 2012
This loving soul touched so many lives in such profound ways. We met him in the midst of a crisis and he had the gift to make us laugh through our tears and we will never forget his compassion, wisdom, and humor! We will always cherish the day we met him in the NICU! I said before that I always knew I was in good hands, and that my baby was in good hands, when they were His hands. Well, I won't be sad because I know he's in the best Hands of All.
Rest In Peace, Dr Ekpoudia!
We know He is glad to take you as you are... an Angel...
Ingrid Ponce
July 28, 2012
Before even meeting Ikpe I heard what a wonderful man he was. When I had the chance to meet/work w/him I took an immediate liking to him. It was obvious he loved to teach & he had a great sense of humor that will be missed. It was a pleasure working w/him.
Angel Diaz
July 28, 2012
It had been a pleasure to have worked with you. May you rest in peace, Dr Ikpe.
Arlene Macasieb
July 28, 2012
It has been a pleasure and privilege to have had the honor of working with you and being educated by your experience throughout these years. My prayers are with you and your family. May you rest in peace.
Jeff Smith
July 28, 2012
To the Ekpoudia family, I am saddened to hear of your loss. He was a wonderful man that always brought joy and happiness to those of us in the NICU. He changed many lives for the better. Some of the families I keep in touch with are also mourning his loss. They have nothing but wonderful memories to tell me from their experience with him and thank him for saving their childs life. Ikpe will forever be missed and I am a better person for knowing him. I am glad I had the priveledge of working with him. I will always remember his sense of humor and the smiles he put on everyones faces when he was on the unit. You will be missed Dr. Ekpoudia....we all loved you dearly. Jeff Smith. Spring Valley NICU.
Lindsay Goss
July 28, 2012
Ikpe was the first physician to welcome me as a new grad years ago. I will never forget his gentle manner with each and every baby and the way he treated his nurses and staff like each and every one was a close friend.
Imiss the teasing and the jokes about coffee, chocolate, and Africa! I am saddened to think of all the babies who will miss the chance to have your lovingly skilled hands and soothing voice over them. I am also sad to think I will miss the chance to train with you and have your intelligence and insight to aid me in my career. I will always think of you when I look into each patient's face. No one speaks to their babies like you did. God bless you, Ikpe, you have been and will continue to be, sorely missed. And God bless and soothe your family in this difficult time and may they find comfort in all the lives you saved and families you cared for.
Linda Carnicelli
July 28, 2012
You were the best. You will be missed.
M. Johnson
July 27, 2012
My condolences to the family on the death of your loved one. May you find peace and comfort through reading God's Word and through prayer.(Psalms 46:1)
Bernard Feldman
July 27, 2012
Las Vegas has lost a compassionate and talented physician. I have wonderful memories of our times working together in the NICU as a colleague and friend. Dr.Ikpe Ekpoudia wil be missed.
Judy Weeks
July 27, 2012
Ikpe
I am so saddened by the news of your passing.
You were our favorite Ikpe, and we all loved you. We were sad when you left us at Sunrise.
I feel very priviledged to have worked with you as a bedside nurse and as a tranport nurse. I learned so much, We laughed together so many times.
You have touched so many lives during all your years of dedication to the NICU's you have been apart of.
You will be missed by many for many years to come. Rest in peace my friend.
To his family from around the world, I give my condolances.
Michele Gibbs
July 27, 2012
Dr Ikpe I am so saddened by the news of your passing. 11 /2 years ago you saved my daughter Savannah Grace Gibbs life, she was in the NICU at Sunrise for 47 days. Without you I wouldn't have her today. I brought her to see you every year so that you could see what a wonderful job you did in saving her. The last few years I hadn't been able to find you. My heart feels broken knowing that we won't see you again. You would be so proud of Savannah today! We all will miss your smiling face, your caring heart. My heart felt condolences go out to your children and family.
Antonette Manzanares
July 26, 2012
Our loss is heaven's gain. You are truly an amazing person, the NICU world is not the same without you. You will remain in our hearts and will not be forgotten. Thank you for everything.
Nicola Olivarez
July 26, 2012
Thank You God.
Thank you for giving to us your beautiful son, Ikpe. Thank You for the mind You formed in him. Thank You for the gift of 65 years and for all the excellence in medicine You blessed him with, to share with the world. Thank You that because of his excellence, many beautiful children will have a chance to live full lives. Thank You Father. We will miss Him but we trust You to see him again one day in a different reality. Amen~
Ikpe, I will remember you always. Your laugh. Your passion. Your love of beauty in all its forms.
I look forward to seeing your big beautiful smile again in Heaven.
Dana Lunde
July 26, 2012
Ikpe,
You were such an outstanding neonatologist and I enjoyed every moment when I worked with you as an NNP. I knew that whatever should arise on our shift you would always be there to make it better. I learned so much from you and it has made me the NNP I am today. Your service to this community and to our unique population of neonates will never be forgotten in the hearts and minds of those who knew you and worked closely with you. We lost an incredible person here on earth but I know that you will be looking down on all of us from heaven.
To the Ekpoudia Family, I am so sorry for your loss and I know that you are hurting right now, but please know that all of us who knew Ikpe are here for you and will always be praying for each of you and keeping you in our thoughts.
Michelle Hall
July 26, 2012
Ikpe was one of the most incredible men I ever had the privilege of knowing. From the age of 9 he was like a father figure. Visiting him on weekends at work, babysitting his children and then having my own child come to visit up at the hospital almost weekly. He was so kind and very loving. He will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched.
Alec Van Thiel
July 26, 2012
Dr. Ekpoudia, It was such an honor to have known you. You have truly touched my life and were truly an inspiration to not just me but to everyone. The world has truly lost someone inspirational, unselfish, and loving. I will never forget you Dr. Ekpoudia, thank you for everything you have taught us. Much Love
Sherri Still
July 26, 2012
My son said it best, "the NICU community has lost a pioneer." The number of lives he saved and hearts he touched is immeasurable. I am so glad to have called him my friend. I hope they have black coffee and good smellin' cologne in Heaven! He will be greatly missed. He was the best man and Neonatologist.
Maria Thulin
July 26, 2012
There are no words to express the deep sadness in learning of your passing. Your laugh is something I will never forget. You were in incredible neonatologist, you had tremendous compassion and love for your patients. I learned so much from you, it was truly an honor to work with you at Sunrise NICU. My deepest sympathy to your family, and to your children who you adored.
July 25, 2012
Ikpe, If there is a NICU in heaven, I know you will be a star! Thank you for showing me how an excellent physician does it,
Barry Perlin
William Downey
July 25, 2012
Ikpe my brother you have passed on but the good work that you have done will be your legacy. There are many grateful families all over Las Vegas that only need to look at their children to be reminded of your clinical expertise. As for me I too am grateful for the many times I called Sunrise NICU to transfer a baby and heard your friendly and reassuring voice on the other end of the phone. Your work is done now and it is time to rest. Thanks for making Las Vegas a better place.
Sandy Newman
July 22, 2012
Ikpe,
It was such an honor to have known and worked with you for so many years. We were all more than friends. We were a
family. You will be greatly missed my friend. My heart goes out to your family for their loss. To your children, I say, make your Dad proud. He was a good man.
July 22, 2012
Dear Ekpoudia family, Ikpe saved our son Ryan's life and took care of him for 18 weeks in the NICU at Sunrise Hospital 21 years ago. Ikpe had remained a close friend to Ryan all those years. He always took the time to be at special events in Ryan's life, such as, high school graduation, etc. right up until Ryan's farewell party before he headed off to Santiago, Chile to serve a church mission. Ikpe has always been a big part of Ryan's life and a good friend to Ryan. Our family as well as all who knew Ikpe will surely miss him. We are so sorry for your loss and will always keep you in our prayers.
The Bunderson Family
July 22, 2012
Good bye my friend. I was very lucky to have worked and enjoyed a professional relationship with you. I will miss you very much but I know you are in a great place. I am sure God has special plans for you. My condolences to your family.
Rita Scales, Summerlin Hospital, Las Vegas.
Usila Koech
July 22, 2012
Dr. Ikpe,
To your family we offer sincere condolences. Thank you for taking care of our son at Sunrise NICU in 2006. You watched over him for 49 days..and loved our family so much. Our son is a thriving 6 year old getting ready for 1st grade. We will miss you dearly, we love you but GOD loved you more. Thank your contribution to the tiniest people of the human race. Your talents and personality will be missed by many. Rest in peace. Usila, Kipruto, Kiprotich, Amos Koech family.
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