Lilian Diedericks

"She was fierce to the very end. One of the last things she said was that her feet were cold"

"I put her socks on but a few moments later she asked me to take them off her"

"She led a significant life and contributed immensely to the struggle"

"Auntie Lilly remained rooted in her community and did not accept anything in return for the role she played"

"She was someone who called a spade, a spade"

"Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Eugene Johnson said Diedericks was the kind of woman she was always eager to learn from"

"Her fighting spirit, knowledge and courage were inspiring, Johnson said"

"Mabuyane said:We bid farewell to yet another colossal legend of our beloved Eastern Cape"

"We say rest in peace to Mama Diedericks, you have served your people with diligence, steadfastness, dignity, with your integrity and legacy intact"