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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Abdullateef Oreagba, 60, born on April 25, 1946 and passed away on April 22, 2005. We will remember him forever.

August 3, 2023
August 3, 2023
This is the perfect time we would have spent together… perhaps a vacation somewhere or a cruise.
You are forever missed ♥️
April 25, 2022
April 25, 2022
I remember once when I came to visit Dupe and did not have a ride home. You were on your way out, saw Dupe walking me to the busstop and beckoned on us to jump in the car. As we drove, you saw a stranger standing by the roadside. You backed up the car to pick him up (you didn't have to since you'd already gone past him). I thought you knew him until I saw how pleasantly surprised he was. When we dropped him off you said to Dupe and I to always do something kind for someone everyday. You Said nobody need look too far to find someone to bless. Nobody need look to hard to find something to bless them by. I'll always remember that. I guess I talk a lot about your kindness. I do because it had a profound impact on me. Rest on great man.
December 22, 2021
December 22, 2021
Another Angel watching over us reminds me that I am never alone… you are always a thought away.
April 25, 2021
April 25, 2021
Another year has passed so swiftly, still the heartache persist. Last year 2020 was sad for all and sundry because of the pandemic but it passed, and we were a bit distracted from grief by grief. We will always miss you and remember you, and also learn to accept that it has to be a good feeling.
April 23, 2021
April 23, 2021
... life lessons you repeatedly communicated to me each time you dropped me off at Mando park (when returning to Uni). ... never really realized then, but now I live by them and I’m most grateful to Allah for giving me a dad like you ... I’m also so glad I finally had the courage to pen down something today because my heart is always too heavy to follow through, having numerous vivid memories of you each time I tried (like you were here) filled with emotions as tears continuously run down eyes and I then close the page...yup! jinx broken. I guess it’s a sign that I’m older now and I sure can tell by my residing hair line that now looks exactly like yours then :) no more “little rat” lol... Sadly, I had so much unsaid tales for you all bottled up, which really hurts now. But, Alhamdullilah your wisdom, patience and gentle words will always be emulated. I’ll forever miss you dearly (only if horses could fly)...less I forget, your little little little granddaughter Hanan Adebukunola Yewande sends her love. Rest well daddy...
April 22, 2021
April 22, 2021
Fun memories about our “little lady” story came to me today and I felt your nudge to share
April 27, 2020
April 27, 2020
15 years on, and you are still very much tacitly present in our minds, swirling in our thoughts, and I am almost always overwhelmed with emotion when I reflect on all that you were and meant to us. I wish you had more time with your grand kids, how I know you would have loved every moment, watched them grow like you did us. Somehow I feel like they missed out on you, your essence. I really do miss you and the moments we shared. I cant help the pain sometimes of your loss. I hope you find great company with mum who highlighted to be with you last year. At a point that was all she desired. Hopefully the thoughts of your reunion in spirit will help comfort, dampen our grief of her passing too. We'll treasure both your memories forever more, in Hurt, in Grief and in everlasting Love. 
April 26, 2020
April 26, 2020
Time flies. But for a gentleman so great the loss will always be as recent as yesterday.

Bola, Dupe
Stay strong.
April 24, 2020
April 24, 2020
Hello Grandpa! We miss you and you are always in our thoughts and our hearts ❤️

April 22, 2020
April 22, 2020
Lighting a candle for you today Pops...gone too soon from us. At least now you have some good company and can't ever claim to be bored ;-)
October 10, 2019
October 10, 2019
Dear Pops, thinking of you today and wishing you could be here now... in person. You are always in my heart and I miss you
October 10, 2019
October 10, 2019
Dear Uncle....we all miss you, your smile, your voice, your warm hugs, your laugh, your kindness, your gentle spirit and I personally always hear your voice and the way you always called me"Dam Dam"!! Uncle you were the best...rest on Sir in perfect peace and we would hold on to the memories...loving you with fond memories Uncle...Damilola for Tosin, Bubemi, Asanwa, Ayo and Seun...❤
April 24, 2018
April 24, 2018
Wow Time Flies. But respect and honor remain consistent. Thank you sir for your inspiration as a father to a wonderful family. Our children benefit today from your care and wisdom.
April 22, 2018
April 22, 2018
Its another anniversary, and even though time has passed on by, it still does not make it any easier still when we remember you. What we will cherish always is the memories of the times shared and the moments we've had together that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. Your light shines still. We miss you dearly every time
April 22, 2018
April 22, 2018
13 years...
I wish I could talk to you for a while
as time goes by...
We would never say goodbye
May 1, 2017
May 1, 2017
12th year anniversary, and we still miss you just as much as The very next day. I believe the longing sense of missing someone is an eternal connection of affection, which reassures that you are always with each and every one of us. Mum misses you deeply as we all do, stay in her shadow and comfort her as we all do. May you continue to be in perfect peace in God's love always
Z I
April 26, 2017
April 26, 2017
Today, i'ld say a prayer for our faithful departed.
April 25, 2017
April 25, 2017
If you were physically here and I was with you, we'll probably order some suya and coke (not coke zero please), and discuss life lessons...
Happy Birthday Pop - I will still light a candle for you today!
April 22, 2017
April 22, 2017
Wow 12 Years .. my most vivid memory was his amused look at me and Bola when we thought we were being "sharp". I cant even remember what mischief we were up to .. but ill never forget that look .. combination of wisdom humor and love. Great men are rare. I am blessed to have known him and thus understand why u all are so special. Stay strong.
April 22, 2017
April 22, 2017
I still find it hard to believe it's been 12 years already since you left. I wonder how life might have gone a lot more smoothly for me if you were here.
It's rather interesting that there are quite a few people around me now that truly get what's it feels like to have a hole in your heart that no one else can fill.
I love you always and I know that you are one more Angel from above watching over me and just a thought away.
Who could know for certain? Maybe you're still here... I feel you all around me and your memory is so clear... deep in the stillness, I can hear you speak...
February 1, 2017
February 1, 2017
Lighting a candle for you today so your light continues to shine through...
April 25, 2016
April 25, 2016
Happy 70th Birthday Pops - I intend to have some cake today!
Love,
Dupe
April 25, 2016
April 25, 2016
You may not be physically present here but a soul never dies, we may not be able to see or talk to you and see you smile and that is what hurts and that is why your memory is here remembered. Everyone wished you were here but you live on there but we celebrate the legacy you left behind and we strive to emulate your virtues. Live on uncle, you came, you saw and you conquered.
April 23, 2016
April 23, 2016
Hi Grandpa, it's hard to believe that it has been so long but we still miss you and we know you are always watching over us and I would loved to know you now that I am older. RIP :)

Aisha Ayorinde
April 22, 2016
April 22, 2016
Just going through all this beautiful messages left here, I wish I could have met you. Abdullah Oreagba makes an am
azing brother-in-law so I guess I can say you would have made an amazing pops-in-law. May Allah grant you eternal peace and make it possible for us all to reunite in Jannah someday ISA! Rest on
April 22, 2016
April 22, 2016
Remarkable is the word that comes to mind when I think about the impact that one man can leave, even 11 years after his passing. A gentle ubiquity continues to transcend through our family, which I can only assume is a result of your continual presence in all of our lives. It's a shame you passed when I was so young; I get the feeling I would have been very close to you. Goodbye Grandpa, your memory will carry on.
April 22, 2016
April 22, 2016
It's 11years already. How time flies!. We remember you now and always. We strive to be kind to strangers, just like you taught us. That, we promise, will never change. Rest in peace.
April 20, 2016
April 20, 2016
Every April is usually the toughest but I know you are with me always. I feel your presence. I hear you clearly. I just can't see you... except when I sleep :(
January 28, 2016
January 28, 2016
Happy 2016 - wondering what you are thinking now, but yet so glad you are with me everyday :)
October 16, 2015
October 16, 2015
My amazing Pops, just thinking of you as I always do and I feel so blessed to be able to feel your presence.... all is well!
Yet I miss your physical presence!
Lots and lots of love
July 16, 2015
July 16, 2015
I miss you more than even I could have ever imagine!
There's so much left to say if you were with me today face to face
I never knew I could hurt like this
And everyday life goes on, I wish I could talk to you for while
Miss you but try hard not to cry as time goes by
Though it's true that you've reached a better place
Still I'd give the world to see you face
But it's like you're gone too soon
Now the hardest thing do...
...is say bye!
April 27, 2015
April 27, 2015
10 years already and yet I still remember everything about you. Your warm smile that makes each person feel so special, your gentle voice that you never raise despite the occasion. Your laughter reflected in all your children. I see a part of you so clearly in each of them that its truly amazing! Rest in perfect peace Uncl
April 25, 2015
April 25, 2015
Tribute to the best father in law. The man of faith and Noble character. You indeed lived well because you are always with peace with man and your Lord. I miss your prayers and kind words. May we live your lofty legacy
April 23, 2015
April 23, 2015
Dupe just made me realise it is 10 years already. You live on in so many ways in the hearts of all and to me that means you are alive though not in the physical.I can still hear it clearly "Young lady, spend your money judiciously, those were one of many of your wise sayings echoing in our heads and guiding our lives. Thank Almighty God for a life well spent. Live on God's own general.
April 22, 2015
April 22, 2015
May your soul continue to rest in peace. We love you and always will. Your hard work was not in vain. ..your children are a blessing to the world. They make it a better place just as you taught to do. Your grandkids too. You'd be so proud. Rest in peace, your legacy lives on.
April 22, 2015
April 22, 2015
Ten Years already! How time flies!
It still feels like yesterday.
Today I light a candle for you and remember all the pleasant memories with you growing up and even as an adult...the many jokes we shared, the prayers you consistently showered over us and the patience you demonstrated.
Aliyah and I were chatting about you yesterday and she was very surprised to learn that I had never experienced you angry (she wished I had picked that attribute...I'm getting there though). Afterwards, I searched the corners of my brain for at least one furious moment I may have missed...none! A little displeased maybe, but never angry or furious. How is that even possible?
You are truly a hero in so many ways and the world is definitely less cool without your presence. I am very proud to have you as my dad and I miss you every single day but I do know that you're watching over us from beyond.
Rest in perfect peace Dad until we meet again.
April 22, 2015
April 22, 2015
A 10th year memorial, but it feels like yesterday. Still can't believe you are gone, but we know you are always here with us all, in our hearts. We miss you so and we'll always do right by you. Our homes have grown so much with all your beautiful children & grand children, there is health, there is love & laughter, and happiness triumphs just as you would have wanted it to. We miss you today and always and your light will always kindle because of the peace you are. Alhamdulillah!
April 22, 2015
April 22, 2015
With you I have always had two dads - too blessed to realize it at the time. Just like my dad calm, philosophical,spirit freeing coexistence was all I ever felt. You walked with us long enough just long enough to show us the way. I have heard you a million times and these words will never be forgotten *Do not let anyone make up your mind for you* I live it. Rest in perfect peace Daddy xxxxx
March 15, 2015
March 15, 2015
Memories live with us forever. The beauty and value is living a life filled with pleasant and memorable moments. I remember after your passing how everyone offered themselves to assist with anything we (your family) needed. I also remembered how I was totally amazed by the outpoor of love by all who knew you or found out I am your son.
It is really saddening for me because it is in your absence that I truly understand when people refer to someone as being "a great man".

Daddy, my pops! You are the greatest man I have ever known and I sincerely wish you are around to see your children and grand children and also have that evening drink with us in our homes. Rest is peace, Allah knows best.
February 21, 2015
February 21, 2015
We all have to leave this earthy world one day and am so certain to meet you and thank you for being such a fantastic dad. Till we meet in Al jannah Insha Allah
February 18, 2015
February 18, 2015
I remember his quiet amusement as he observed me and the young group captain (Bola) plotting schemes of mischief.

Its that silent strength that gives us the courage to forge ahead till today. A true inspiration. I salute you sir.
February 17, 2015
February 17, 2015
Even though so many years have passed, I still remember you so vividly. Your gentle nature and the subtle way you reprimanded us when we wore too much make up that beauty comes from within. Most of all I see so much of you in your children. In hearing Bola laugh or Kunle's smile, in Dupe ' s philosophical words. You just seem ever present! I didn't spend much time with you but your sweet spirit left an indelible mark.

Rest in peace Uncle!
February 16, 2015
February 16, 2015
So many things going on in my mind right now that I wish I could share with you...in a strange way though I feel that I can and if I listen close enough, I may even "hear" your response :)
Rest in peace - I know that you are in a perfect place. I am thankful that after so many years I still get to visit with you in my dreams. What a gift and a blessing.
Know that not a day goes by that I don't think about you. You're always in my heart and in my mind, I know that you are still here and your memory surely lives on forever!
Xoxoxoxo
February 13, 2015
February 13, 2015
Inna LiLLahi wa inna iLaihi Raji'un!!!
A simple and highly principled gentleman you were
Cannot believe it's almost 10 years since ALLAH the Knower of all things took you away at an age too soon.....
This is Praying you are resting Peacefully in Al-Jannah Firdausi...Ameen summa Ameen...
February 10, 2015
February 10, 2015
Dear Grandpa,
I wish I had gotten to know you a lot better because I have heard a lot of wonderful stories about you. You will be in our hearts forever and I'll see you in about 80 years or so. Lots of love ~ Aisha ❤️
February 7, 2015
February 7, 2015
Dear Dad - you are forever living on in our hearts and minds. Today in our minds, you became grandpa to another beautiful baby girl from Seyi and Zulaiha. I wish you were here and I miss you so much!
Rest in peace - you are forever missed!
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August 3, 2023
August 3, 2023
This is the perfect time we would have spent together… perhaps a vacation somewhere or a cruise.
You are forever missed ♥️
April 25, 2022
April 25, 2022
I remember once when I came to visit Dupe and did not have a ride home. You were on your way out, saw Dupe walking me to the busstop and beckoned on us to jump in the car. As we drove, you saw a stranger standing by the roadside. You backed up the car to pick him up (you didn't have to since you'd already gone past him). I thought you knew him until I saw how pleasantly surprised he was. When we dropped him off you said to Dupe and I to always do something kind for someone everyday. You Said nobody need look too far to find someone to bless. Nobody need look to hard to find something to bless them by. I'll always remember that. I guess I talk a lot about your kindness. I do because it had a profound impact on me. Rest on great man.
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April 22, 2021
I remember when I was about 5, you came home with a family friend of ours (can’t recall his name any more) and said you had a very important job for a really special girl... me!
I was super-excited and kept asking what it was, but you said I would need to come with you and your friend to fulfill that special task that only I could perform. I remember smiling all through the short trip in the back seat of the car, filled to the brim with enthusiasm.
Turns out, the friend had locked himself out of their family home and the only way in was through a tiny bathroom window that only I (of course) could fit through. With your usual gentle guidance, I fit perfectly through the tiny window into the bathroom, landed on the thankfully closed toilet seatand made my way to the front door to open it. I remember feeling invincible, joyful and euphoric the whole day! You were so proud of me and I must say that was probably one of my best childhood memories of our time together :)
Miss you but glad I can still reach you in my very quiet moments
December 7, 2014

Others passed, my friends parents passed, even your friends that I knew did as well but when The Almighty decided that it was you next, we didnt plan for it, we didnt think it would ever be your turn, at least not just yet........then you left...........*uncontrolled tears* ...........It was only then that your departure brought me to this rude awakening that I would leave as well one day. That event changed my life forever, I was more aware of my life, your exit, my purpose and most of all, death. I'm more thankful than sad that I was alive to witness you leave..maybe I wouldn't have had the kind of understanding I required to thrive here (loosing someone so so close. My daddy. I was your black queen..iyem). I only miss you. 

I thought I was strong till I saw uncle Mutiu early this year.......For a moment there, I thought it was you * uncontrolled tears* .....then I broke down realising it was your brother. He consoled me just the way you would have. I couldn't help it bit tears kept pouring.... I couldn't even greet him well. I cried till he left. I thank Allah for choosing you as my daddy. 

I see you in my dreams and you always look happy....I guess. There was once I saw you all dressed up in your shinny light blue agbada and you gave us money for eid/salad.  

I'm ok now. I've stopped crying so I guess I'll stop typing now. Alhamdulillah rubbil a ala min. 

I pray you remain in peace forever amin.innalillah wa inna ilayhi raajiun.  From Him we came and to Him we shall all return.

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