My Versatile Mentor and Loving Father
June 18, 2020
Words can never quantify the person you were to me and my family. As my Mentor, I remember so vividly in 1991 when I joined Foursquare Gospel Itaiyalode branch, you were the first person who noticed my singing ability and encouraged me to join the Church Choir. You took so much interest in me especially when you knew I was a fresh student studying Science Laboratory Technology in 1991. You cared for people with so much passion, and this gave me so much confidence to know you. You opened for me a place to bring up discussions about my academic status and the challenge I had then, which led to my inability to finish the course. Though you weren't in support of my not finishing the course (SLT), you did not stop looking out for me. I call you my Father because that was the attribute you showed to me when I changed my course to Secretarial line. You stood like the Rock of Gibraltar, making sure things went well with me. When I came to tell you about my wedding plans you were elated and accepted my request to be our Chairman. After my wedding, you still remained solid in your care and support towards me and my family. When I came to seek your help for a job, you told me to wait awhile but still followed me nd my husband down to see the Registrar then at the Federal College of Education Osiele. You did not give up on me Daddy Adu, you finally saw to it that I became a Staff of FUNAAB without stress when most of my friends were seeking opportunities to get into the Federal system with so much stress. After leaving as Vice Chancellor you were still always loving caring and so easy to approach. You were so delightful and being in your company was so comforty, humorous and peaceful. I could go on and on Daddy, but words, like I said at the beginning of this tribute can never quantify you. That I will miss you, is a big understatement Sir. Still I want to say a big thank you for caring tirelessly, for loving compassionately, for giving without complaining, for helping without asking for anything in return. We love you and will miss you forever, Oh! Outstanding Soldier of Jesus Christ, Kindhearted Husband of Mummy Adu, Selfless Father nd Grandfather of Folu, Funmi, Bola, Olumide, Tomi and your families. Be comforted my darling Mummy Adu. 70 looks so good on you ma. Be comforted Folu nd Siblings. Be comforted friends, Be comforted the Church of God and everyone. Adieu!!! Professor Emeritus Israel Folorunso Adu. May your sweet soul rest in peace...
Love Always,
Blessing Ewuoso
Foursquare Gospel Church
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