June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Glorious Exit Of An Icon.
This memorial website was created in memory of our beloved father, Godwin Ogunlowo. He will remain forever in the dear memories that we hold close to our hearts.
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June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Tribute to Pa Venerable Ogunlowo.
Ven. Ogunlowo was a clergyman of repute in the Anglican communion.He is one of our patrons. Oluponna Development Association Ibadan Branch.
Despite his deep interest in his clergy work, he was always comitted and interested in any thing concerning Oluponna Home and Diaspora
Infact Mama Ogunlowo once told the President & Secretary ODA Ibadan branch that we should let her know all yearly financial obligations so that she may pay on behalf of her dear husband because of the old age.Now he has gone to be with the Lord. May God give him eternal rest.O di owuro Baba Adebayo Ogunlowo.
ODA Ibadan Branch.
Ven. Ogunlowo was a clergyman of repute in the Anglican communion.He is one of our patrons. Oluponna Development Association Ibadan Branch.
Despite his deep interest in his clergy work, he was always comitted and interested in any thing concerning Oluponna Home and Diaspora
Infact Mama Ogunlowo once told the President & Secretary ODA Ibadan branch that we should let her know all yearly financial obligations so that she may pay on behalf of her dear husband because of the old age.Now he has gone to be with the Lord. May God give him eternal rest.O di owuro Baba Adebayo Ogunlowo.
ODA Ibadan Branch.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Tribute from Jide& Funke Ogunsola.
Like a tree that produce good fruits,your life was a source of blessing to many including your blood sisters(Niniola&Oyebisi) you radiate Love, spreading joy and happiness.
You have made life and living more meaningful for many people through your support and assistance.You will always be in our hearts Daddy. Continue to rest peacefully in the Lord till we meet to part no more.O di owuro oo.
Like a tree that produce good fruits,your life was a source of blessing to many including your blood sisters(Niniola&Oyebisi) you radiate Love, spreading joy and happiness.
You have made life and living more meaningful for many people through your support and assistance.You will always be in our hearts Daddy. Continue to rest peacefully in the Lord till we meet to part no more.O di owuro oo.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Tribute from Oluponna Development Association.
Our dear Father, Mentor,one of our founding fathers of Oluponna Development Association and the one that composed Oluponna Aithem. You have come to this world and you have made indelible mark on Earth.Your goodness and contribution to your Town( OLUPONNA) can never be forgotten.Sleep on Ijesa abeni ajenifuja Omo Owo till we meet and part no more, rest in the bosom of the Lord.
ODA National.
Our dear Father, Mentor,one of our founding fathers of Oluponna Development Association and the one that composed Oluponna Aithem. You have come to this world and you have made indelible mark on Earth.Your goodness and contribution to your Town( OLUPONNA) can never be forgotten.Sleep on Ijesa abeni ajenifuja Omo Owo till we meet and part no more, rest in the bosom of the Lord.
ODA National.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Oriki Ven Godwin Adebayo Ogunlowo.
Omo arinlosin,Omo ise Owo, Omo Owo ile,Ti kii je ka beere toko,Iwo l'omo Olowo isenbaye A-ni kowo roba,o-to-gbode ko to di taja ko to di teran.Niran Baba -baba yin tin fi sile b'adie. Abowo ke fun,a Bose gba rere. Ijesa modo,won a panada.Ogunle Agba Ijesa,tii san so si bebere idi.
Godwin Adebayo kekere won nii sansi si ponpon itan.Ijesa abeni,onile obi,Ijesa ti ko ridi isana,ile lomo owa ti muna roko.
Ijesa abeni olopo ewa, Adebayo Iwo eni tobinrin ko lona ti o le moju nu,to tun bu sekun to ni beleyi o joko eni kosi je ale eni.
Omo arinlosin, Omo eleni ateeka,Iwo lomo eleni ewele.
Omo olobi wowotinwo, Omo olobi wowotinwo,obi to feni awo aso eni,Obi ti o feni,awo si gbo a wo siju.Eranko igbo a mu ru won sonje.
Baba yin lo roko-roko,gbowo fuja wale.Ijesa abeni,Omo elesin merindinlogun Mejo-n-joko,ti mejo-n-sarinje,Akii joye dun ran ijesa,ka ma ba joye dun baba mi.Ijesa abeni sanso si bebere idi won ama jo lode.ijesa abeni awu mi tiwatiwa.
Omo ogunle,ogun ode ogun a-ra-sokoto re bii ja ogun,arija ma sa,Omo ogunle,o se bi Oko ni molo.Enikan koni ka gba ijesa ko mo jobi togbo kakaka ogunraludo, Adebayo Omo ailosin,Omo Agbadagun ma ja soko,Omo kebe nile,kebe logun.Baba enikan ko lalala kofi paanu sawo ri
Omo ogunraludo nii file fadie lonje.Omo Ogunlowo Alaaraju Abile wu ni a bodede wuniyan,abaso oba lara ijesa Abeni.Omo oriyun so gbede,Omo erin fola yagi.Odi owuro sun re ooo.
Omo arinlosin,Omo ise Owo, Omo Owo ile,Ti kii je ka beere toko,Iwo l'omo Olowo isenbaye A-ni kowo roba,o-to-gbode ko to di taja ko to di teran.Niran Baba -baba yin tin fi sile b'adie. Abowo ke fun,a Bose gba rere. Ijesa modo,won a panada.Ogunle Agba Ijesa,tii san so si bebere idi.
Godwin Adebayo kekere won nii sansi si ponpon itan.Ijesa abeni,onile obi,Ijesa ti ko ridi isana,ile lomo owa ti muna roko.
Ijesa abeni olopo ewa, Adebayo Iwo eni tobinrin ko lona ti o le moju nu,to tun bu sekun to ni beleyi o joko eni kosi je ale eni.
Omo arinlosin, Omo eleni ateeka,Iwo lomo eleni ewele.
Omo olobi wowotinwo, Omo olobi wowotinwo,obi to feni awo aso eni,Obi ti o feni,awo si gbo a wo siju.Eranko igbo a mu ru won sonje.
Baba yin lo roko-roko,gbowo fuja wale.Ijesa abeni,Omo elesin merindinlogun Mejo-n-joko,ti mejo-n-sarinje,Akii joye dun ran ijesa,ka ma ba joye dun baba mi.Ijesa abeni sanso si bebere idi won ama jo lode.ijesa abeni awu mi tiwatiwa.
Omo ogunle,ogun ode ogun a-ra-sokoto re bii ja ogun,arija ma sa,Omo ogunle,o se bi Oko ni molo.Enikan koni ka gba ijesa ko mo jobi togbo kakaka ogunraludo, Adebayo Omo ailosin,Omo Agbadagun ma ja soko,Omo kebe nile,kebe logun.Baba enikan ko lalala kofi paanu sawo ri
Omo ogunraludo nii file fadie lonje.Omo Ogunlowo Alaaraju Abile wu ni a bodede wuniyan,abaso oba lara ijesa Abeni.Omo oriyun so gbede,Omo erin fola yagi.Odi owuro sun re ooo.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
The book of Ecclesiastes says there is a time to be born and there is a time to die. Grandpa,you were born into this world at your set time, with your God ordained mission.You loved humanity and served humanity selflessly,you were so compassionate,your generosity and straightforwardness is beyond doubts.
Your intellectual ability is sometimes unthinkable you operated in the wisdom of Angels beyond this world, kindness,compassion,unshaking faith in our Lord Jesus,what else can a loving Father do.
Daddy,you heard the sound of the trumpet,you breath your last breath ushered into heaven,you fought,you won.My greatest joy is that you are blazing in glory at the right hand of the Lord.
Thank you sir,I Love you but Jesus Love you most. O di owuro oo.
Hon Sola& Yemisi Ogunsola.
Your intellectual ability is sometimes unthinkable you operated in the wisdom of Angels beyond this world, kindness,compassion,unshaking faith in our Lord Jesus,what else can a loving Father do.
Daddy,you heard the sound of the trumpet,you breath your last breath ushered into heaven,you fought,you won.My greatest joy is that you are blazing in glory at the right hand of the Lord.
Thank you sir,I Love you but Jesus Love you most. O di owuro oo.
Hon Sola& Yemisi Ogunsola.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Papa, Ven. Godwin A. Ogunlowo came across as a lively and lovely man of God. My wife and I met him in his old age and I never saw him in a pensive mood; he always radiated joy, an unspeakable joy for that matter. His faith is worth emulating. While we remember papa's death with heavy heart, we rejoice in the fact that he has gone to be with the Lord. May his soul rest in perfect, and the good Lord give mama and other members of the family the fortitude to bear the loss of a servant of God. Amen.
Professor Alexander & Georgina Odaibo
Professor Alexander & Georgina Odaibo
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Baba, Archdeacon Godwin Adebayo Ogunlowo you came, you saw and you conquered. Thank God for the useful live you led. You were a good example to all and sundry as you were a loving husband to your wife of 57 years, a caring father to your Godly children and very compasionate to everybody that came accross you during your journey on earth. Your various good examples worthy of emulations which are numerous include kindness, generousity, humility, persevere, patience, good disposition to humanity to mention a few readily come to mind. You left an indelible mark on the sand of time and in the lives of the Ogunlowo and Bolaji families as well as the Nigeria Anglican Communion and they cannot easily forget you. Sleep on our revered and unforgetable fatherand may your gentle Soul rest in perfect peace. Adiue Papa, untill when we meet at the feet of God Almighty where we shall part no more.
Olafemiwa Bolaji.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Dear Prof and Dr. Mrs Ajav (nee ogunlowo)
The word of God encourages us that we should not mourn or sorrow as those without hope. We have an assurance that papa is resting in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ. May God continue to comfort mama and the entire family. The legacy that papa left behind lives on. Our prayers are with you all. Pastor and Mrs Oludipe. Manchester. UK.
The word of God encourages us that we should not mourn or sorrow as those without hope. We have an assurance that papa is resting in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ. May God continue to comfort mama and the entire family. The legacy that papa left behind lives on. Our prayers are with you all. Pastor and Mrs Oludipe. Manchester. UK.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
TRIBUTE TO LATE PAPA VEN. GODWIN A OGUNLOWO.
The awesome news of the demise of our highly Reverrd Father was received with shock; shocking because of the expectations by many of us that he might get well quickly from his brief indisposition to enjoy more of the fruits of his faithfulness with his Creator.
We however rejoice with the entire family; nay,GOOD CHILDREN of Papa G.A.for their proven ability, transparent loyalty and respect lavishly pronounced in immortalizing Pa. OGUNLOWO across the length breath of old Oyo/Osun Anglican Communion,nay BAMAC. His services to various governments as a shrewed Civil Servant, faithfulness as a Servant of God,and dedication to the cause of IMMANUEL SOCIETY,BAMAC shall be long remembered and respected.
Your Society, Immanuel,morn your glorious exit. Testimonies of your last days relationship with Jesus shall guarantee your welcome into eternity in Jesus mighty name.Adieu our friendly Daddy. From Chf.& Chf. Mrs. B.O.Olabode -- Bamac.
The awesome news of the demise of our highly Reverrd Father was received with shock; shocking because of the expectations by many of us that he might get well quickly from his brief indisposition to enjoy more of the fruits of his faithfulness with his Creator.
We however rejoice with the entire family; nay,GOOD CHILDREN of Papa G.A.for their proven ability, transparent loyalty and respect lavishly pronounced in immortalizing Pa. OGUNLOWO across the length breath of old Oyo/Osun Anglican Communion,nay BAMAC. His services to various governments as a shrewed Civil Servant, faithfulness as a Servant of God,and dedication to the cause of IMMANUEL SOCIETY,BAMAC shall be long remembered and respected.
Your Society, Immanuel,morn your glorious exit. Testimonies of your last days relationship with Jesus shall guarantee your welcome into eternity in Jesus mighty name.Adieu our friendly Daddy. From Chf.& Chf. Mrs. B.O.Olabode -- Bamac.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
Pa Ogunowo was my patient and we connected as family. He loved to listen to me talk. I remembered our first encounter when I asked Baba to walk like a soldier and chest out. That encountered endeared us together and I loved him. I was privileged to be at his 91st birthday and he introduced me to everyone as his doctor. Baba was a great man of God and always full of gratitude even for little things. May his soul continues to rest in the Lord
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
The powerful truth embedded in the common saying that "dídùn ni ìrántí olòdo" has continue to hit home with me since I got the phone call about the home calling of our Daddy. The flood rush of the sweet memories of Daddy Ogunlowo kept coming to me and honesty, fondly enjoyed. Daddy Ogunlowo was the first bible teacher I had in the family. Daddy Ogunlowo said to me in one of our conversations in 1992 at my father's house that, "you should be a lawyer". Shortly thereafter, I went back to school to become a lawyer. Since then, Daddy Ogunlowo never called me by my name again, he called me lawyer. Daddy was a peace loving man. Humble and respectful of everyone. I believe that Pa. Ogunlowo is resting right at the side of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ and saying to all of us, keep on keeping on. Carry the touch and press forward in truth, peace and happiness. Rest on Venerable Ogunlowo.
June 6, 2021
June 6, 2021
I first met Mr. G.O Ogunlowo as he then was when my set of Administrative Officers were recruited into the Civil Service of the old Western State in October/November of 1969. By that time, he had risen through the ranks to the middle cadre of the service. He was jovial and smartly dressed always. My friends or colleagues who were working with and closer to him affectionately nicknamed him 'Provost'. At that time, Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church (BAMAC) had not been founded and I had not met him in any religious circle. So, I had the impression that he must be religious.
While in the Civil Service, Mr Ogunlowo was reliable and hardworking, such that he won the prestigious Civil Servant of the year for a certain category of officers before he retired and then devoted the rest of his life to the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. He was a foundation member Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church (BAMAC) where he was at first a Lay Reader like his wife and also a foundation member of the famous Immanuel Society to which members of his Family also belong. BAMAC and Immanuel Society brought us together as family friends.
In the Church, he rose as a priest to the rank of highly respected Venerable Archdeacon of the Anglican Church. He served God and man well and faithfully.
My wife and I are bidding you this long Good Night as we wish you eternal repose in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Asiwaju & Mrs M.O Akinola
Immanuel Society
BAMAC
While in the Civil Service, Mr Ogunlowo was reliable and hardworking, such that he won the prestigious Civil Servant of the year for a certain category of officers before he retired and then devoted the rest of his life to the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. He was a foundation member Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church (BAMAC) where he was at first a Lay Reader like his wife and also a foundation member of the famous Immanuel Society to which members of his Family also belong. BAMAC and Immanuel Society brought us together as family friends.
In the Church, he rose as a priest to the rank of highly respected Venerable Archdeacon of the Anglican Church. He served God and man well and faithfully.
My wife and I are bidding you this long Good Night as we wish you eternal repose in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Asiwaju & Mrs M.O Akinola
Immanuel Society
BAMAC
June 5, 2021
June 5, 2021
Grandpa is a lover of peace,soft spoken and humorous. Each statement he makes must have a line of prayer in it. He joined us at holy matrimony and the memory still lingers. He will no doubt be forever missed. We love you sir,but God loves you more. Continue to rest in the bossom of Christ till we meet to part no more.
June 4, 2021
June 4, 2021
Baba Ogunlowo, was humble, gentle and easy going person.I noticed that throughout the little time I had related with him,he never got angry with anyone around him.
Grandpa,lived a fulfilled life by touching lives of both young and old.He was always seen at Occasions looking cheerful and happy .We give God the glory that you answered the call of your maker at a full ripe age.
May the Lord almighty grant Baba eternal rest in the blossom of the lord.
Grandpa,lived a fulfilled life by touching lives of both young and old.He was always seen at Occasions looking cheerful and happy .We give God the glory that you answered the call of your maker at a full ripe age.
May the Lord almighty grant Baba eternal rest in the blossom of the lord.
June 4, 2021
June 4, 2021
Good night papa the man of God. May his soul rest in peace.from Asalu compound Oluponna. Sign by Ajala Bayo for the family.
June 4, 2021
June 4, 2021
Baba has lived the life of the righteous and his end is good. He was blessed with good wife, children and relatives. Immanuel Society will surely miss you. We congratulate the family for succeeding the patriarch.
Goodnight Sir.
Goodnight Sir.
June 4, 2021
June 4, 2021
Grandpa Ogunlowo, sure you are in a better place now singing your usual tenor part with the Angels. The Hymn Tune "Mylon" which you referred to as " Tune Oke Ofa" was one of your best. At every opportunity, you sang your heart out whenever it was played at BAMAC. You would always come to the organ console after service to express your joy to the organist that played your favourite tunes. You will be greatly missed sir. Rest in peace till we meet on the day of resurrection.
Olasunmbo Ola ( Assistant Organist, BAMAC)
Olasunmbo Ola ( Assistant Organist, BAMAC)
June 3, 2021
June 3, 2021
Baba Ogunlowo as respectfully called is an epitome of the Christ like nature. Right from the days when Baba was a Lay reader with Mama Ogunlowo they have both exhibited a Christian life worthy of emulation. Baba lived a good Christian life and I'm confident he is in a better place with the Saint Triumph. Rest on and Rest well Baba in the Bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ where the is no pain or sorrow. Tayo & Tope Akinola (YCA BAMAC)
June 3, 2021
June 3, 2021
We lost a Church General, a Lover of God & a Custodian of Anglican heritage in Ibadanland. Sitting with Papa to narrate his life experiences is tantamount to studying an Encyclopedia of Knowledge. No doubt, his transition is the end of an Era & a big vaccum that will be difficult to fill in BAMAC generally & Emmanuel Society particularly. We commiserate with Mama P.D.Ogunlowo & the Children. May God grant our Priestly Ancestor a palatial slot in the bosom of his Creator. Adieu
June 3, 2021
June 3, 2021
Baba, your demise came me as a shock but received with joy that you lived a fulfilled life serving BabaGod in humility and honesty. You showed love to all and you remained an encouraging person to those in challenges. All these point to the fact that you are surely with the twenty four ELDERS singing songs of GLORY to the ONE ON THE THRONE as you were used to on Earth here. Rest in peace Baba Venerable Ogunlowo. FOLUSO &OMOWUMI OLOMOLA
June 3, 2021
June 3, 2021
Grandpa Ogunlowo lived a fulfilled life worth emulating. He was a singer, a worshiper and God's servant. He was gentle, friendly and humble to the core. His relationship with the younger ones was second to none. Baba will be greatly missed. May his soul rest in peace and may God comfort Mama Ogunlowo and the Children
We love you but God loves you more.
Olajide and Moyosore Fajuyigbe♥️❤️♥️
We love you but God loves you more.
Olajide and Moyosore Fajuyigbe♥️❤️♥️
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
Wow Baba, a truly Reverend gentleman, I watched you religiously over the years as you aged gracefully. You lived well and I am sure you are in Heaven with the saints. Baba Rest on in the bossom of the Lord, may your gentle soul continue to rest in Peace. We love you sir and will surely miss you sir. From Lara & Jimi Ajibola
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
Daddy Ogunlowo was a devoted servant of God and a very responsible family man. I recall memorable events of childhood and adolescent years at Iwo Road. He was God's mouth piece. Specifically, God gave him a definite word concerning my humble self which he kept reiterating in spite of all odds. The divine mandate was confirmed three months before his glorious exit. I pray that God will comfort allof us who are under his sphere of influence.Daddy G.A., continue to rest in the bossom of the Lord till we meet to part no more. Adieu.
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
Good night Papa
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
Papa Ogunlowo was a true Christian who exhibited his geniue love for God through his relationship with every individual. His life as a true Christian and an ambassador of the cross is greatly worthy of emulation.
We will miss your dance steps and words of prayer at every encounter with you.
Rest on papa
We will miss your dance steps and words of prayer at every encounter with you.
Rest on papa
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
We thank God for a life well spent in total devotion to God and service to humanity. Daddy you will be forever missed.Heaven has gained a soul, sleep on Daddy.
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
His life and times were well spent in the service of the most high. He was a great and loving father. Sleep on papa.
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
May luminous helpers accompany Pa Ogunowo home and may his path be filled with abundant love
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
The great London will never forget you and your contribution towards the development of your father's land Olupoñna. Oluponna anthem is second to none in the world. May God grant you endless bliss and give the family and Olupoñna people home and Diaspora the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. 4rm Oluponna Home and Diaspora Forum
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
Your remembrance is sweet having laboured and trained successful children. We thank God for your life Baba.
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
Papa G.A. Ogunlowo was one of the revered leaders in the Iwo Road, Ibadan community where i grew up. His exemplary Christian life, stedfastness in good deeds and cheerfulness will make him sorely missed in his death! May God grant his soul eternal rest, amen.
June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021
Pa Rev Ogunlowo is a friend to my Dad.He is a man of impeccable character and he is godly.Rest in perfect peace,Baba.
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Baba . continue to rest with your Lord Jesus Christ till we meet in the feet of our Lord Jesus Christ
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Papa Venerable G.A Ogunlowo, though you are no more, we would always cherish your memory, your kindness, the love you had for all, your patience and above all, your walk with God. Alas, the day we were toasting and sharing the fruit juice to celebrate Sis Nike's promotion, I never knew you were already bidding us bye. You came to the sitting room with your cup in hand and you said "gbogbo yin le ma se oriire, igbega a de ba yin", then you went back to your sweet radio!. Such love for all. I remember always waiting for you to come back from work in my early years with such egarness. You always brought newspapers from work and though it was stale news by evening, it was worth the waiting. I equally remember walking behind you, on the way to church @ BAMAC and I could not keep pace with you! It was because you were so conscious of time and would never be late to service. So many other fond memories which I hold dear to heart. I can't remember ever meeting you angry or shouting at someone. We used to disturb your evenings by playing football outside the house, but you never complained, not even once. Fast forward to recent years, anytime we meet, you will remind me of so and so person, asking that I should not forget to extend a hand to them, no matter how small. You taught me the art of giving, even when it's not convenient. Adieu Papa Ogunlowo, sleep well till we meet to part no more. You fought the good fight and won the crown of glory. Rest in eternal bliss!
Gboyega Bolaji
Gboyega Bolaji
June 16, 2021
June 16, 2021
Our dear GMD (Dr. Olufemi Ogunlowo) and every member of the Ogunlowo, please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father and grandfather. May His soul rest in perfect peace. Amin.
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His Life
The Life and Times of Ven. Godwin Adebayo Ogunlowo (JP)
June 2, 2021
Venerable Godwin Adebayo Ogunlowo (JP) was born on the 10th April, 1930
into the humble family of Chief John Ogunlowo and Madam Abigail Awawu
Atowuromola Ogunlowo (both of blessed memory) of Aro omo-jogunle
compound Oluponna in the Ayedire Local Government of Osun State. He
started his elementary education at the St. Peter’s Anglican School,
Oluponna in 1938 and gained admission to Ibadan Boys High School in 1945
but crossed to Remo Secondary School, Sagamu and lastly to the C.M.S
Grammar School, Lagos where he obtained his Senior Cambridge (Oversea)
School Certificate in December 1953.
He started work in 1954 at the then Western Region Ministry of Education,
Ibadan as a Clerical Officer and was posted to the Provincial Education
Office in Abeokuta. He was later posted to the Planning Office, Ilaro in
Egbado where he along with other officers worked tirelessly to prosecute
the free Primary School Education Scheme then newly introduced by the
then Premier of the Western Region, late Chief Obafemi Awolowo.
Ven. Ogunlowo resigned his appointment in December 1955 to start a Theological course at the Melville Hall, Kudeti Ibadan, the course he abandoned after spending a term at the Institute due to financial problems. He was re-employed to his former post of Clerical Officer at the Ministry of Education and after a spell, he was sent along with an expatriate officer by name Mr. Boothroyd to a newly established Government Trade Center (later renamed Technical College) on Awe Road, Oyo in 1962/63. He was transferred back to the Headquarters Ibadan in 1964.
Ven. Ogunlowo rose through the ranks to the highest grade of Chief Executive Officer (Administration) in 1984 after serving meritoriously in almost all the Ministries and Parastatals of Government among which was the Governor’s Office where he served four Governors, Military and Civilian, namely; Col. Paul Tarfa, Uncle Bola Ige, Dr. Omololu Olunloyo and Col. Oladayo Popoola as Chief Protocol Officer. He was awarded Oyo State Government Certificate of Merit in 1990.
Ven. Ogunlowo was sent on In-Service training to the Institute of Administration, University of Ife (now OAU) and the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON) (Topo) Badagry while in service. He successfully completed both courses. Before he retired from the service of Oyo State in July 1991 and in order to realize his earlier ambition, he once again started a Theological course at the Immanuel College of Theology and Christian Education, Samanda Ibadan which he successfully completed in 1990.
Before he bowed out from the service of Oyo State, Ven. Ogunlowo was ordained a Deacon in 1989 and later a Priest in 1990. He was installed a Canon in the year 2000 shortly before he retired from the Church Ministry. He was on holy Pilgrimage to Jerusalem in 2004 where he was divinely preferred an Archdeacon. His collation was uniquely performed by the Rt. Rev. Olusola Fasogbon (now retired) at the St. Paul’s Cathedral, Gbongan on 10th April, 2005 (coincidentally on his 75th Birthday Anniversary). What a happy coincidence! In addition, it is pertinent to say that Ven. Ogunlowo is an “Anglican to the Core”. He is a founding member of the Young Men Christian Association (YMCA) of St. Peter’s Anglican Church Oluponna, his home-town. He remained till his demise a very loyal, active and financial member. Also, he is one of the founding members of Immanuel Society of Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church, Iwo Road Ibadan. He remained a committed loyal, active and financial member till his demise. He was Deaconed at St. Peter’s Anglican Church Aremo, Ibadan (now Cathedral) and as Providence would have it, he was installed as a Canon of the same church in the year 2000.
Ven. Ogunlowo has a great passion for music and he gleefully sings all parts but has preference for TENOR. Ven. Ogunlowo is happily married to his lovely dependable and loyal wife Mrs. Diekola Ogunlowo (Nee Bolaji). The union is blessed with wonderful, God-fearing, caring and loving children and adorable grandchildren. His peaceful and glorious exit occurred at the early hours of Saturday May 29th 2021. TO GOD BE THE GLORY.HALLELUYA
Ven. Ogunlowo resigned his appointment in December 1955 to start a Theological course at the Melville Hall, Kudeti Ibadan, the course he abandoned after spending a term at the Institute due to financial problems. He was re-employed to his former post of Clerical Officer at the Ministry of Education and after a spell, he was sent along with an expatriate officer by name Mr. Boothroyd to a newly established Government Trade Center (later renamed Technical College) on Awe Road, Oyo in 1962/63. He was transferred back to the Headquarters Ibadan in 1964.
Ven. Ogunlowo rose through the ranks to the highest grade of Chief Executive Officer (Administration) in 1984 after serving meritoriously in almost all the Ministries and Parastatals of Government among which was the Governor’s Office where he served four Governors, Military and Civilian, namely; Col. Paul Tarfa, Uncle Bola Ige, Dr. Omololu Olunloyo and Col. Oladayo Popoola as Chief Protocol Officer. He was awarded Oyo State Government Certificate of Merit in 1990.
Ven. Ogunlowo was sent on In-Service training to the Institute of Administration, University of Ife (now OAU) and the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON) (Topo) Badagry while in service. He successfully completed both courses. Before he retired from the service of Oyo State in July 1991 and in order to realize his earlier ambition, he once again started a Theological course at the Immanuel College of Theology and Christian Education, Samanda Ibadan which he successfully completed in 1990.
Before he bowed out from the service of Oyo State, Ven. Ogunlowo was ordained a Deacon in 1989 and later a Priest in 1990. He was installed a Canon in the year 2000 shortly before he retired from the Church Ministry. He was on holy Pilgrimage to Jerusalem in 2004 where he was divinely preferred an Archdeacon. His collation was uniquely performed by the Rt. Rev. Olusola Fasogbon (now retired) at the St. Paul’s Cathedral, Gbongan on 10th April, 2005 (coincidentally on his 75th Birthday Anniversary). What a happy coincidence! In addition, it is pertinent to say that Ven. Ogunlowo is an “Anglican to the Core”. He is a founding member of the Young Men Christian Association (YMCA) of St. Peter’s Anglican Church Oluponna, his home-town. He remained till his demise a very loyal, active and financial member. Also, he is one of the founding members of Immanuel Society of Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church, Iwo Road Ibadan. He remained a committed loyal, active and financial member till his demise. He was Deaconed at St. Peter’s Anglican Church Aremo, Ibadan (now Cathedral) and as Providence would have it, he was installed as a Canon of the same church in the year 2000.
Ven. Ogunlowo has a great passion for music and he gleefully sings all parts but has preference for TENOR. Ven. Ogunlowo is happily married to his lovely dependable and loyal wife Mrs. Diekola Ogunlowo (Nee Bolaji). The union is blessed with wonderful, God-fearing, caring and loving children and adorable grandchildren. His peaceful and glorious exit occurred at the early hours of Saturday May 29th 2021. TO GOD BE THE GLORY.HALLELUYA
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CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY OF FOUNDATION MEMBER, VENERABLE GODWIN ADEBAYO OGUNLOWO (JP)
June 4, 2021
Oh death, where is thy sting? Oh grave, where is thy victory?
Members of Immanuel Society received with shock the news of the demise of our respectable and well respected foundation member, Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) who passed on 29th May, 2021. Venerable Godwin Adedayo Ogunlowo (JP) was born on 10th April, 1930 to the family of late Chief John Ogunlowo and Madam Abigail Awawu Atowuromola Ogunlowo of Oke Omo Jogunle Compound Oluponna in the Aiyedire Local Government of Osun state.
He started his elementary education at the St Peter's Anglican School, Oluponna in 1938 and gained admission to Ibadan Boys High School, Ibadan, Oyo State in 1945 but crossed to the Remo Secondary School and lastly to the C.M.S Grammar School, Bariga , Lagos, where he obtained his Senior Cambridge, (Oversea) School Certificate in December 1953. He worked at various places in different capacities. Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo was sent on in -Service training to the Institute of Administration, University of Ife (OAU) and the Administrative Staff College Nigeria ( ASCON) Topo, Badagry, Lagos, while in service. He successfully completed both courses.
He retired from the service of Oyo State in July 1991 and in order t realize his early ambition, to be a priest of the Anglican Communion; he once again started a theological course at the Immanuel College of Theology and Christian Education, Samonda, Ibadan which he successfully completed in 1990. Before he bowed out of service of Oyo State, Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) was ordained a Deacon in 1989 and a Priest in 1990. He was installed a Canon in the year 2000 shortly before he retired from the Church Ministry. He was a Jerusalem Pilgrim in 2004.
In addition, it is pertinent to mention that Late Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) was an "Anglican to the core". He was a founding member of the Young Men Christian Association (YMCA) of St. Peter's Anglican Church, Oluponna, Osun State. He remained to date a very loyal active and financial member. Also, he was a founding member of Immanuel Society of Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church, lwo Road, Ibadan. He remained a committed loyal, active and financial member to date.
Although, Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo's (JP) glorious exit to the world beyond came after he had lived a fulfilled Christian life of service to God and humanity; but the Society's expectation was that he would fully recover from old age illness, he eventually joined the saint triumphant. Papa has gone Home to be with the Lord where there is no more aches and pains!!! Our Prayer is that Lady Evangelist P.D. Ogunlowo (JP), who is present Vice President - Immanuel Society of Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church, lwo Road, Ibadan, our efficient, honest and painstaking Officer and also a caring and devoted Wife would be comforted by God and granted the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
We also pray for the loving and caring Children who gave Papa adequate care until the last moment. God shall give them comfort and succor. Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) was a dedicated, committed financial Member of Immanuel Society to the very end. Well done, good and faithful Child of God.
Sleep on beloved, take thy deserved rest, we love you, but Jesus Christ loves you most.
Members of Immanuel Society received with shock the news of the demise of our respectable and well respected foundation member, Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) who passed on 29th May, 2021. Venerable Godwin Adedayo Ogunlowo (JP) was born on 10th April, 1930 to the family of late Chief John Ogunlowo and Madam Abigail Awawu Atowuromola Ogunlowo of Oke Omo Jogunle Compound Oluponna in the Aiyedire Local Government of Osun state.
He started his elementary education at the St Peter's Anglican School, Oluponna in 1938 and gained admission to Ibadan Boys High School, Ibadan, Oyo State in 1945 but crossed to the Remo Secondary School and lastly to the C.M.S Grammar School, Bariga , Lagos, where he obtained his Senior Cambridge, (Oversea) School Certificate in December 1953. He worked at various places in different capacities. Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo was sent on in -Service training to the Institute of Administration, University of Ife (OAU) and the Administrative Staff College Nigeria ( ASCON) Topo, Badagry, Lagos, while in service. He successfully completed both courses.
He retired from the service of Oyo State in July 1991 and in order t realize his early ambition, to be a priest of the Anglican Communion; he once again started a theological course at the Immanuel College of Theology and Christian Education, Samonda, Ibadan which he successfully completed in 1990. Before he bowed out of service of Oyo State, Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) was ordained a Deacon in 1989 and a Priest in 1990. He was installed a Canon in the year 2000 shortly before he retired from the Church Ministry. He was a Jerusalem Pilgrim in 2004.
In addition, it is pertinent to mention that Late Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) was an "Anglican to the core". He was a founding member of the Young Men Christian Association (YMCA) of St. Peter's Anglican Church, Oluponna, Osun State. He remained to date a very loyal active and financial member. Also, he was a founding member of Immanuel Society of Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church, lwo Road, Ibadan. He remained a committed loyal, active and financial member to date.
Although, Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo's (JP) glorious exit to the world beyond came after he had lived a fulfilled Christian life of service to God and humanity; but the Society's expectation was that he would fully recover from old age illness, he eventually joined the saint triumphant. Papa has gone Home to be with the Lord where there is no more aches and pains!!! Our Prayer is that Lady Evangelist P.D. Ogunlowo (JP), who is present Vice President - Immanuel Society of Bishop Akinyele Memorial Anglican Church, lwo Road, Ibadan, our efficient, honest and painstaking Officer and also a caring and devoted Wife would be comforted by God and granted the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
We also pray for the loving and caring Children who gave Papa adequate care until the last moment. God shall give them comfort and succor. Venerable G.A. Ogunlowo (JP) was a dedicated, committed financial Member of Immanuel Society to the very end. Well done, good and faithful Child of God.
Sleep on beloved, take thy deserved rest, we love you, but Jesus Christ loves you most.
Tribute to my darling daddy Emeritus Veneral in the Oke-Osun Anglican Diocese
June 4, 2021
Erinwo! Ajanaku sun bi oke!
It was Williams Shakespeare who said "The world is a stage and all men and women are merely actors. They have their exits and entrances and one man plays in his time, many parts."
Indeed, my daddy really played many roles during his life sojourn on planet earth.
In the era of civil service in the western state and region, baba was a distinguished public servant. On retirement from public service, he took up appointment as a part time corgus man in the Anglican Communion at Ibadan and Oke-Osun Diocese and he served God creditably well.
As a family man to the core, baba was a loving father, a committed husband and a bridge builder in the nuclear and extended family. He rendered tremendous assistance to all without discrimination.
We will always remember your legacy and we will definitely miss you so much.
Rest in peace dear daddy in the bosom of the lord.
It was Williams Shakespeare who said "The world is a stage and all men and women are merely actors. They have their exits and entrances and one man plays in his time, many parts."
Indeed, my daddy really played many roles during his life sojourn on planet earth.
In the era of civil service in the western state and region, baba was a distinguished public servant. On retirement from public service, he took up appointment as a part time corgus man in the Anglican Communion at Ibadan and Oke-Osun Diocese and he served God creditably well.
As a family man to the core, baba was a loving father, a committed husband and a bridge builder in the nuclear and extended family. He rendered tremendous assistance to all without discrimination.
We will always remember your legacy and we will definitely miss you so much.
Rest in peace dear daddy in the bosom of the lord.
June 3, 2021
Dear Dr Femi Ogunlowo,
We commiserate with you on the transition to eternity of your beloved earthly father, but we take consolation in the fact that Papa left a worthy legacy and a good name, better than gold and silver, not only for his children, family and church, but also the community in which Papa lived and served till ripe old age before his eventual departure from this sinful, evil world.
I had the rare privilege of seeing and meeting Papa in his lifetime at Ibadan on the glorious occasion of his 50 years wedding anniversary with Mama, his dear wife. I remembered the tears of joy that welled up in my eyes as we celebrated the jubilee anniversary of their union, graced by their wonderful children by their sides.
No doubt, God had been gracious to Papa and Mama in their lifetime, despite all odds, challenges and vissititudes of life they had encountered in their earthly pilgrimage. We pray that the God of all comfort and consolation, comfort and strengthen Mama and the children in time like this. We pray God to preserve the Ogunlowo heritage by His exceeding great power and glory.
Dr Femi, we pray that God continues to guide, lead and direct your affairs in all ramifications in Jesus name. Amen.
MHB 976
*Now the labourer's task is o'er,* *Now the battle-day is past;* *Now upon the farther shore* *Lands the voyager at last.* *Father, in Thy gracious keeping* *Leave we now Thy servant sleeping.*
May Papa's gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
We commiserate with you on the transition to eternity of your beloved earthly father, but we take consolation in the fact that Papa left a worthy legacy and a good name, better than gold and silver, not only for his children, family and church, but also the community in which Papa lived and served till ripe old age before his eventual departure from this sinful, evil world.
I had the rare privilege of seeing and meeting Papa in his lifetime at Ibadan on the glorious occasion of his 50 years wedding anniversary with Mama, his dear wife. I remembered the tears of joy that welled up in my eyes as we celebrated the jubilee anniversary of their union, graced by their wonderful children by their sides.
No doubt, God had been gracious to Papa and Mama in their lifetime, despite all odds, challenges and vissititudes of life they had encountered in their earthly pilgrimage. We pray that the God of all comfort and consolation, comfort and strengthen Mama and the children in time like this. We pray God to preserve the Ogunlowo heritage by His exceeding great power and glory.
Dr Femi, we pray that God continues to guide, lead and direct your affairs in all ramifications in Jesus name. Amen.
MHB 976
*Now the labourer's task is o'er,* *Now the battle-day is past;* *Now upon the farther shore* *Lands the voyager at last.* *Father, in Thy gracious keeping* *Leave we now Thy servant sleeping.*
May Papa's gentle soul rest in perfect peace.