A rude shock it was to my face as i saw your dp this morning seyi and the next question was is this your dad still baffled as the answer was not coming i went back to the dp and saw this link then it dawned on me he is no more.

Seyi may GOD give you and your entire family the fortitude to bear the loss.

May his gentle soul rest in peace. And may God comfort you Dayo and the entire family.

God bless The Odunfas. Amen

- Pastor B

Still haven't found the courage to call you Dayo, and am so sorry for the loss. May Almighty God console the while family and may his legacy live on...

JOINT TRIBUTE FROM HIS BROTHERS - Mr Sola Odunfa, Engr Kunle Odunfa and Prof. Sunday Odunfa

Folorunso was the name so prophetically given to you by our father on 8th April 1951. Although your friends called you Yinka, but we call you Foli [a.k.a. Father Foli]! God has been faithful in taking care of you even till the time He called you home.

We remember our years together at Ebute-Ero when you were the baby of the family. We had to be careful when washing your clothes because we could not tell what would be in those pockets - nails,
pencil, or marbles! You were ever so busy and adventurous. Your gentle spirit and harmlessness were so apparent.

We can't forget the happy times we had after moving to Ibadan. Your escapades with Olubunmi and Sina earn you the nick-name 'the 3 stooges.' We had marvellous time with Segun, Kike, Idowu, Bose,
Gbemi, Tope, Peju and Kayode. How about those times when we would go to run round the Liberty Stadium practising field.

The years you spent at Loyola College and Government College, Ibadan made you more mature and drew you nearer to God and the Catholic Church. Hence your desire to go into the Holy Orders. You
even went so far as to add Stephen to your name - dropping Folorunso. But it wasn't to be so. This decision to become a priest earn you the nickname "Father Foli".

Folorunso went to the U. K. to study accounting after graduating from the University of Ife in 1974.

He became more realistic in his thinking and way of life. Until his homecall, Folorunso was a stickler to his ideas and value system. He loved all members of the family very dearly. His nephews and nieces found it easy to relate with him and so became their counsellor. We recollect the assistance he gave to one of the nieces who discovered at SS3 that she did not offer enough Social Science subjects to get admission for business studies in the University. Despite his busy schedule, Foli arranged a personal coaching for her to make up for the "shortfall" in the foundation to the subject. She had a distinction in the subject and even went further to graduate with first class in Accounting in the University.

We cannot forget how he brought life into the annual family Xmas party with his constant supply of fireworks for many years!

We thank God for giving him a stable family life through his marriage to Abiola Adedotun ( nee Odunsi), a dutiful wife, children and grandchildren.

He was an accomplished accountant and auditor. He worked for Nigerian Breweries, Owena Bank and Price Waterhouse before retiring and setting up his own firm S. Y. Odunfa & Co. He was the family's accountant.

With age, Folorunso's love for God and matters of God increased. God was very faithful. He upheld him to the end.

We, Odunfas, Ogunbanjos and Olunugas shall miss him dearly.

Ayo Fawole GCI

We lost a gentleman. Sorry about this.

Alan Fatai Williams GCI

This is indeed very sad news. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Taiwo Macaulay

We would all have our exits sooner or later. When comet mine? Only Babaloke knows. My fervent prayer is that we would be buried by our children, not the other way round IJMN, amen.

RIP Yinka Odunfa.

-Afolabi Oladele

Sad news for a Sunday! We lost a true son, a friend and colleague. May the Lord comfort his wife and children. Teach us O Lord to number our days that we may apply our hearts to wisdom.

-Bayo Oyemade

Oh Yinka Odunfa just passed on. What a Shame. He was a Jolly Good Fella. But God Knows Best and We dare Not Ask Why Said Our Lord Jesus Christ. We give Praise to your Glorious Name. May the Jesus Christ Accept him to His Bosom Sola Rest In Perfect Peace.

We thank God For your Life. Our Sincere Condolence Goes to d Wife and Children. And other member of his Family Good Nite Yinka Odious

-Kunle Alli

Very sad news. May His soul rest in peace.

Biodun Jolaoso

We are sorry to hear of Yinka's passage. May his soul rest in the Lord.

Naseem Sanyaolu

What a shame. Another one dead before one is buried. Just the way we came. May God's name be glorified. May his soul rest in peace.

Yemisi Harrison

May his soul rest in peace!

Bayo Oyemade

Late Yinka Odunfa Was Our Classmate Schoolmate and was a Good Friend At GCI. We attended 3 out of 4 Courses together during our Higher School Cert and we were 2 Classmate that attended his daughter's Wedding Introduction some years back and All Our Classmates just Celebrated his Birthday 3 weeks ago and wished him well in his surgical Recovery he went for in India. 

I Remembered some years back that I gave some Financial Docs to Audit For Me For Our Company Citrup Nig Ltd He Did it. For me and all he wanted was For Me to Come Down From Abuja to see him and talk to Face to Face For d Old Time Sake and Not Thank You on the Phone Which I Did. Now I Feel d Pain of his Departure so also all our Classmates He just had another Wedding For One Of his children about 2yrs ago in London. Well dat is Life.

I immediately Took 2 Hrs of Walk to Go and 2 Hrs to Walk and Jog Back To Shake It OFF in His Memory to a Good Friend Yinka Odunfa and to Say Goodnight to Him. We give Glory to the Almighty God For a Life We'll. Spent Of Yinka Odunfa

Sola Odunsi

May the soul of Yinka rest peacefully with his Creator.

Dokun Fajemisin

Ehoro. February of what year? What a pity. May Yinka's gentle soul rest in perfect peace. He was a gentleman to the core. My heart goes to the family.

Adios mate

- Wale Odunaya (GCI)

Yinka you have fought the good fight of life. You have finished the race.
Our desire is that a crown of glory awaits you at the resurrection morn.

We pray for God's fortitude and protection over the family left behind. And we all be reminded that the clock is ticking for us all. Let us be adequately prepared to meet our Creator.

DEBOLA & TOYIN SERIKI

Dear Uncle, we never thought we would be writing this so soon after our mum passed. God knows best.

You were a big part of our childhood where you gave us some fantastic memories. We have fond memories of your house in Agege where planes used to fly so low every few minutes. We loved the noise and all the excitement that went with it.

Your unending supply of maltina, green sands shandy and of course the pile of fireworks every Christmas will never be forgotten.

I can still hear Mama’s voice saying “O ti to”! but you were always smiling and would promptly light another rocket to the delight of your kids, nephews and nieces.

Thank you for the memories Uncle. You will never be forgotten and will always be in our hearts.

DEBOLA & TOYIN SERIKI

- TUNDE & RONKE ODUNSI

My journey with Yinka started way back in Birmingham as fellow students, which progressed further when he asked for the hand of my sister in marriage.

To me though, he was not an in-law but a blood brother, a friend and a confidant. 
To my mum he was an additional son who could do no wrong in her sight.
To my family, he was a loving, simple, Godly and kindhearted individual who loved everyone he came in contact with.

Yinka was thoughtful, full of wisdom, integrity and good character. He loved and cherished his family and left behind the legacy of a good home, wife and children.

I have fantastic memories of a good relationship with Yinka like a lot of people and I pray he’s remembered for these.

He will be really missed but I know we will meet again to part no more.

May the good Lord grant him eternal rest.

The Odunsis

-Tosin Odunfa

It seems all too easy to wallow in the doldrums of you departing and just as easy to stew in the sadness of the circumstances through which you made your exit. However it would indeed be a tragedy if we remained in that state for long. If we refuse to attempt to rise above the grief and pain, we may forget to remember that your life consisted of much more than the final act.

Your love for Aunty Dotun and dedication to your children was exemplary. You had an excellent academic and professional profile and you were a man of strong faith and purpose.

I, as a child (and I'm sure i can speak for the entire Lydia16) always felt a strong bond with you, perhaps because you always came across as youthful, or maybe because you were the 'baby' of our parents' household and we subliminally adopted you as the first of the grandkids. Turns out that the gap between you and even Uncle Shola, the eldest, was less than 10 years. I remember finding it hard to believe that Uncle Foli and Aunty Dots were now grandparents...the concept that that forever young couple now had a third generation felt surreal.

In recent years I felt connected to you for a different reason. You seemed like virtually the only one who had the depth of knowledge and the latitude to comprehend and properly critique my path in media from a business stand point. We had a few good conversations on this and I remember being able to flesh out one of my game plans during one of my visits to you last year. You were an important sounding board that I will dearly miss.

You stayed ever true to the Ogun anthem, 'Ise ya', and were a hard worker. I know that you pushed on really hard, and even in your last months you stayed working until it was physically impossible. I remember of course vividly how you worked assiduously early on in your career, I had a good view from spending many holidays with you, Aunty Dotun, the boys, Folake AND Chuck Noris. Ofcourse they weren't holidays for you, and you would leave before day break and return after we were fast asleep. You would however always make time to take us all out on Saturdays and we would have a swell time! That was Uncle Foli of Idi Mangoro; then Wemabod Estate, long before Houson Right and finally Casa de Mende.

On one of our relatively recent conversations, you analysed and contrasted the self employed life with paid employment and I could see a man who had lived a robust life. You were proud of your achievements and strides especially the strong legacy of education you had built in your children. Even when you mentioned that one project that the financial toll of the illness had thwarted, you spoke as though it was a temporary setback. You were a man of faith!

Christmas day from the beginning at Oke Ado was only complete after Uncle Foli had arrived from Lagos, with jolly Aunty Dots and the munchkins... Bisco and Banger! Need I say more? Even after our generation took over the responsibility of the annual fireworks, the signature warmth and love of that baritone gentleman and his amiable sidekick-for-life were not to be missed at the gathering. It was always great having you around Uncle Foli!
As I reminesce and come to a close, I descend into that feeling of loss, knowing that your life's glorious tale has now come to an end. However, I remember with joy, the two grand children whom you lived to cradle and I draw strength to remember not to forget, your whole story!

Stephen Yinka Folorunsho Odunfa was my father's brother and he lived a good life!

-Tosin Odunfa

Tunde Aiyegbusi GCI

May the Host of heaven accept his gentle soul.Amen

SOLA OLUSOGA

Oh death, where is thy sting?
Oh grave, where is thy victory?
But in every situation we must give thanks.
We love you but God loves you best.
Uncle Yinka, husband to my beloved sister, rest in perfect peace.
Goodnight!

Olayinka & Titobioluwa Ogunti

Although i have only known you for six years, being one of the newest members of the family and all; the impact you have had in my life has been extraordinary to say the least.

I still remember the first time we met like it was yesterday. I came to visit your beautiful daughter at your home and noticed you watching me through the window of your office for over fifteen (15) minutes before coming out to say hello. That was a scary moment.

I told my wife that I do not think you liked me and she assured me that with time I would realize that you were not much of a talker and you probably wanted to know if I was a serious person and not one of those irresponsible boys.

As time went on, we became really close. You mentored and provided me with invaluable advice on a wide range of issues and never told me anything was impossible. You taught me professional integrity, to be a man of my word and to do everything within my power to protect and provide for my family.

When Tito was born, the connection between both of you was instant. You were the only person she wanted to play with or even allowed to carry her. I promise to share stories of your unconditional love with her until she is fully grown.

I promise to also assume the responsibilities you have bestowed on me with pride and continue to listen to all the work stories your baby girl (Folakemi) shares with you every night and try my best to give feedback like you would.

You are a great man and I am proud to have had you as a father and a grandfather to our daughter.

Olayinka & Titobioluwa Ogunti

The Odunsi's

Dearest Uncle Yinka,

Your passing was sudden and has been very tough to deal with. However, we take solace in the fact that you are now resting with the Lord. We will remember you for the values you instilled in all of us and the legacy you left behind. You were an advocate for unity in the family. You were a generous disciplinarian, a man of many talents who gave great speeches. Looking back at the Summer holidays we spent at your house, you made sure we all participated in Saturday Morning fellowship and church activities on Sundays as you valued the importance of building a home with a foundation on God. You were the cool uncle that made sure we were comfortable in your home and even gave us extra pocket money. You were very keen on family and instilling values that will outlive you.
You commanded respect when you spoke and gave unparalleled advice as you were wise beyond your years. You were always thinking about others. Even on your sick bed, our mom informed us about how you would ask after each of us, our careers and our welfare.
Uncle, we will miss you dearly and your signature laughter and statement 'Tete se kia'. You will forever remain alive in our hearts. Thank you for being you and sharing your life with us.
Till we meet again......
Love always,

The Odunsi's

Mobolaji, Adebisi, Olubukunola & Funmilayo

In life, we get to choose our friends but we don’t get to choose our family; God gives us our family. We are so grateful to God and feel so privileged to have had you, Uncle Foli as a part of our family and our lives.
You were daddy’s younger brother so “technically” you were our uncle but you were so much more than that to us, you were our friend; Loving, trustworthy, very supportive, generous, a man of honour.
We hope you knew just how we respected and loved you. You are still greatly loved.
Thank you for all you were and for all you did.
You are simply unforgettable and irreplaceable.
Rest In Peace

Mobolaji, Adebisi, Olubukunola & Funmilayo

A TRIBUTE TO THE FIRST MAN THAT EVER LOVED ME AND THE FIRST MAN I EVER LOVED (FOLAKEMI)

Dear Dad,

As I write this tribute, lots of memories flood through my mind….. you teaching me to fly a kite, ride a bike and make an omelette with the sunny side up. You attending every PTA organized by my School and taking me for my Sunday School church rehearsals. I recall our Friday trips to either Lagos Country or Ikoyi Club, and you cheering me on during holiday swimming classes. I remember having panic attacks each time I was about to write an exam. You would encourage me, pray with me and hug me tight till I was forced to relax and smile. Right from my common entrance days till date, not minding the fact that I am now married with a child, you would still leave everything you are doing just to take me to write my exams. You would sit with me till it was time for me to go in, and when I came out of the exam hall, you would welcome me with a hug and refreshments; only for me to realize that you had waited for me throughout the duration of the paper.

You taught me to be a woman of virtue and integrity and you instilled in me a strong commitment to loved ones around me. With these in place, you walked me down the aisle and watched me say I do. While in labour for your grandchild Titobioluwa, you spoke to me, prayed for me and assured me that everything would be ok. You were my personal guidance counselor; mentoring me in my career and professional life. You taught me to be dogged, hard working and resilient. Indeed you were my greatest cheerleader.

Last week we celebrated your 65th birthday and when I was leaving, you touched my face and told me not to worry, that everything will be ok. Those were your last words to me, a silent promise that you may have left us in body, but in spirit you would always be close, watching my back like the guardian angel that you have always been.

Thank you for being the most incredible father any daughter could ever wish for. Thank you for reminding me everyday how much you loved me and how proud you are of me, making me exude confidence and pride no one could ever understand. I am truly honoured to be your daughter and I promise to continually make you proud.

I haven’t quite come to terms with the fact that I would never have a conversation with you again. Who do I talk to everyday after work while stuck in traffic and on my way to pick Titobioluwa? Who do I call to chat with about work and life generally? Who would smile proudly at me and hug me close when I finally complete professional exams and become a Chartered Secretary?

Myself and Titobioluwa went into your room yesterday, and she asked after you. What do I tell her? How do we carry on without you? I miss you sorely; but God knows best. Rest in peace till we meet again in eternity. You remain forever in our hearts.

Folakemi Odunfa
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Opeyemi Odunfa (SON)

Dear Daddy,

There are far too many words than can be expressed in a few paragraphs.
And this new reality that you are no longer physically here with us…is heartbreaking in more ways than words can express.
But I hold on to all the finer memories, and the consolation of faith – that this is not goodbye forever, so we will remain strong till we meet again.
Thank you for EVERYTHING.
You remain forever alive in my heart – My Father, My Confidant, My Mentor and My Rock.
Love you and miss you so…so…so…so…much.
The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, May the name of the Lord be praised.

Opeyemi Odunfa

OLUSEYI ODUNFA ( FIRST SON)


The reality that you are no longer a call away still seems like a myth.
However I take comfort in my faith, that indeed you are in a better place.
A place where one day we will meet again to part no more
A place where pain, sufferings and hurt do not exist.

I am grateful for the gift of the past 35years with you.
Your memories I will treasure till I am also no more.
I am grateful for the honor of having such a wonderful man as a father
Your teachings, advice and values will remain my anchor.

Thank you for being a father, friend and confidant
Thank you for always having my back and giving me a good home
Thank you for waiting for me, to say your final goodbye
Thank you for living up to your end of the bargain – to fight till the end

And just like in the words of Timothy,
You have fought a good fight and now finished your course
You have kept your faith till the end
Your future now is the crown of righteousness by the God you loved and served.

Till we meet again
Goodbye my dear dad, Stephen Yinka Odunfa

Oluseyi Odunfa

Tribute to my Husband, the love of my life ( ADEDOTUN ODUNFA)

Dear Yinka,

I have woken up every day waiting to realize that this is all a dream. I’m still waiting to hear your voice again as usual, but instead, all I hear are echoes of my own many mind boggling questions. It is hard to believe that you are gone, and no longer here to listen to my many untiring speeches, after which you would tease me saying that your wife is a ‘parrot, who can talk for Africa’! Yinka, the pain is hard to bear, but the fruits of our lives together give me many reasons to be thankful.

Thank you for being an incredible husband, an amazing father and a loving grandfather. You have done well; Myself and the children are extremely proud of you. You have stood by us and fought for us in countless ways – providing, loving and being the sturdy reliable man that you have always been. You have stood strong till the end, and it is clear to see that you only left after you ensured that you left things in a good state.

Thank you for the many memories of a loving relationship. I think back about starting our married life together as a young couple – exploring places and growing up together. I remember lots of late night crawling - visiting our favorite beaches together, making plans for our family, and then the joys of settling down to nurture our young family. We have always been equally passionate about families and togetherness, so it was easy to respect and love your family, as you did same to mine. We were both fond of saying that, ‘let there be love in our families’, and we would fondly joke about how both our families together alone are enough crowd for a happy party!

Thank you for your diligent devotion to our children. You would always say that your children are your life’s investment, so all of your toil and labour was invested in their future. You extended this same care to our nephews and nieces – also encouraging them to aim high with their education and professional careers. You would often joke about how a first degree is only a first step, and so firmly supported their endeavors at professional qualifications, postgraduate studies and entrepreneurial accomplishments.

Thank you for providing a real life example of hard work and excellence. You proved yourself to be an expert in your chosen career. You loved your accounting profession with such passion. You made me proud to be the wife of a seasoned auditor with your brilliant work experiences at Nigerian Breweries, UTC, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Omega Bank and your own private practice at SYO Management services. You worked tirelessly and I can’t remember a day when you excused yourself from work or any official work duty. Even till these last days, you were ensuring that you delivered on your promises.

Thank you for being a praying husband. You loved and served God all of your life. You always explained how you appreciated priestly duties because you grew up with your uncle, Late Reverend Canon Ogunbanjo, and how that inspired you to commit to services as a lay reader within the Anglican Church. You would wake up early in the morning to study your Bible, and also nurtured a family that grew up praying together and so stayed together by praying together. I can see that God blessed your faithfulness, and also your final prayers of ensuring that you were among your family and loved ones at your final days.

I have many questions Yinka, and it is painful that we do not get to live our final dreams of retiring together to enjoy peaceful holidays together like we planned, but God knows best. Thank you my husband for everything – for being the love of my life and the father of our children and grand children. And I thank God that now you have gone to rest without anymore pains. So sleep on my dear husband and rest well in the boson of our creator. We love and miss you so much, but God loves you more.
Ma sun Olufe, Sun ko si ma sinmi; Gbe ori le aya olugbala re. A fe o sugbon Jesu fe o ju.
Sunre! Sunre! Sunre!

Adedotun Odunfa
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Wole Ogunjobi GCI

Sad news. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.

Tom Obanya GCI

Very sad news indeed. May his soul rest in peace

Ladi Okuboyejo GCI

May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Tom Obanya GCI

What a shame or what a loss!

Demola Onifade GCI

May the gentle soul of Yinka Odunfa rest in perfect peace.

Kehinde Adeniyi GCI

Hmmmmm. May his soul rest in peace.

Farewell, my dear Uncle Foli. Farewell for all the love we’ve had and memories we’ve shared.

Our loss is heaven's again. Join the saints triumphant and watch over us from above.

You are unforgettable and you are dearly loved.

You are pain free now Uncle. Good night Uncle. Sleep well; sleep tight!

GOLDEN HEART

‎
God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.


‎Mr & Mrs Ayodele Odunsi