•Family Members Pay Their Tribute
Olumuyiwa Adebayo Olowu was born on the 12th of May 1952 in Ibadan, Oyo State. He was the first child of Moses Adenuga Olowu and Matilda Adebisi Olowu (new Osunsanya).
He attended Ansar Un Deen Primary, and went on to Isoyin Grammar School, and later obtained his certificate from City & Guild of London, which he used to jump start his career in quantity surveying.
He worked at African Petroleum, Olatunji Nosiru (Quantity Survey) Firm, Eric Moore Towers, John Kollins Construction Company & later be on his own personal employment.
He lived a fulfilled life and loved helping others in any way he could, which was why he was so involved in church, politics and the communities he lived in.
He was a very easy going man, and didn’t require much to make him happy, as long as his children and grand children were okay, then everything else in the world was alright in his books.
If there was one thing he enjoyed doing, that would be constantly being on social media regardless of which one, and that was why regardless of where he went whether it was Jerusalem or the United states, he was constantly taking pictures, and wanted to know what was trending, so he could go back and tell his friends “won ti gbe l’eko”.
Olu was beloved by his loving wife, Oyinlola Olowu. His entire family, and friends across the globe. He has never met a stranger.
He left a huge impression in Colorado USA from new friends he made in a 2 week span. It was a surprise that he took so much liking to computer, social media, and what’sapp.
WIFE’S TRIBUTE
I am writing this down with so muchemotion pains, a heavily grieved heart with tears rolling down my eyes. It shouldn’t be now Olumuyiwa what happen to all our discussions and plans you always tell me that you will live longer than your two parents what now happened. It is an understatement to say that you passage is painful, unbearable, shocking, I still can’t find words to describe my pains. We both started this journey of life together some decades ago, unannounced you left me to continue the journey alone without you my heart is bruised but my solace is in God and I trust Him for Strength, wisdom, guidance all needed to carry on with the assignment you handed over.
I wish I can still see that angelic, babyish, smile, which is your signature and hear your usual early morning greeting wake me up with Wuraola le o, Oyinlope Amope – Omo opotopata, a – gbe owo iyun I’obunrin. Muyiwa I still need to thank you for understanding me for whom I am. You are simply a man with a large heart, unforgettable companion soul mate friend, brother and husband. The moments in years and time we are still fresh in your memories lives on Olu. The testimonies I heard from people about you are soothing words to my soul. Tears still flows of my eyes but not of defeat nor loss for I know you have gone to be with your maker and in a much better place. I still don’t know what to do but I know the holy spirit will guide me I missed you, we all missed you.
I will be strong, we shall be strong for that’s what you would’ve wanted from us Adieu Olumuyiwa until we meet to part no more.
– Oyinlola Olowu (Wife)
Tribute To My Late Father
Words will not be enough for me to describe who my father was.
Olumuyiwa Adebayo Olowu is such a loving, caring, daring father who cares so much about his home and family.
His word of advice is second to none. He has a listening ear and ready to proffer solution to any bothering issue. He taught me about life, respect, love for God and humanity. On the home front, he loved his family, he kept his house tidy, clean and very organised. My dad is someone everybody wants to be around.
My father is handsome, hospitable, humble, does not easily get angry and eager to settle scores.
His warm smile is captivating couple with his unique open teeth.
– Funke Olowu Olowa (Daughter)
Sons tribute
Olumuyiwa Olowu is his government name, but I know him as Baba Olumayowa or my vice president, because he usually referred to me as Mr. President. A president is the face you all see, but the vice president is usually the brain behind the whole operation, and that’s what he was to me. He was my counselor behind the scenes, the one who made sure’ steered the ship the right way.
He loved and treated everyone with the same amount of respect regardless of age or gender, and he was one of the neatest and most organized person, have ever known. As kids, remember him waking up before everyone else and cleaning the house, and getting our breakfast ready before we woke up, if we were sick, he would wake up every hour just to make sure we were okay, if we needed money on the side he would give it to us, and say don’t let your mom know.
I remember back in the day when he would go to work, and i would wear his clothes and take his car, and go out and make sure I was back home before he got back, and when he found out he would get upset, but he never once laid a finger on me, but knew how to punish me, he knew how to deal with each child individually.
As years passed we both knew we were outnumbered, so we made sure we stuck together no matter what, without making it obvious to my mother or sisters.
You were more than a father, you were my friend, counselor, teacher, and most of all my biggest cheerleader. We shared so many secrets, and those are the things’ think about now, and realize how much of a rare gem you are, although’ wish we had more time but l won’t be selfish, but rather cherish the memories.
Although you are no longer with us, and people might see it as the Olowu’s lost a loved one, I see it as the Olowu’s got a guardian angel. Your memories live on, and you will always remain “OLORITUN THE SOURCE” a title you bestowed upon yourself, but that was you, you weren’t rebellious but you danced to your own tune.
I love you and will always remember you, and all you taught me. Love,
– Mayowa Olowu (Son)
Oloritun The Source II
No words are appropriate enough to express how’ feel. Sometimes’ feel numb sometimes I’m able to let out tears.
“My Daddy” You left us too soon!!! We had plans, you were going to be visiting me this month. We were going to hang out, drink beer together and “pepper” Mummy with our pictures (one of both our favorite things to do.
My first taste of beer was probably at age 8.
You will give me a sip from your glass, each time’ saw your pour yourself a glass’ will run and stick to your side & we both will down together with mum yelling whenever she noticed us. I hear you continued the tradition with the grandkids).
Sometimes’ go back through our what’sapp chats and just smile. Every chat from you or phone call always started with “My Baby” or Baby Girl. Our last chat, was asking you to save all your cloud information as I wasn’t going to give it to you anymore should you ask as that was your umpteenth time asking me for it.
Daddy, who am I going to call after an argument with mum and go “Your wife has started again please go and talk to her” amongst others? You always sought my opinion on things especially concerning me before going ahead with actions.
You always had my back no matter what decision I took with my life. I mean NO MATTER WHAT!.
Always indulgent of my non conforming ways and of the mindset “Live your life, you’ve only got one”.
At the same time always very genuine and forthcoming with the truth. Whenever I am wrong you tell me I am but proceed with “don’t worry do what you want, I’ll find a way to bring it to your mum”.
My daddy, you were like that loyal friend who takes on anyone who goes against me. If my daddy ever acted weird towards you just know I’ve told him the wrong you did me.
I miss you so much!!! Especially during this festive period. I saw you for the 1st time yesterday. You looked peaceful, like you were in a deep sleep with a hint of a smile on your face. I just wanted to tap you to wake up and hear you go “Oyinlola Lobi fun rare e! Ijogbon, Eri Oju e, Oya baby mi, what’s going on who offended you this time”.
Daddy,your battalion Facebook friends miss you and your funny posts. Who is going to comment on all my Facebook photos and tell me “Omo to fin ju Iya e lo”. And say thank you to my Facebook friends on my behalf for wishing me happy birthday.
As we proceed with your funeral plans converting the “40th Wedding Anniversary celebration planning What’sapp group chat we had for you and mum to funeral arrangements, words seem to elude me as to a tribute I can give. I never in my wildest dreams thought I’ll be having to do this anytime soon as you were super active, never really sick nor had any major medical condition even till the hour of your passing, but here we are.
My only consolation is that you were a good man who was full of life and lived a humble life. Very humorous, kind, loved and lived life to the fullest, always cheerful and had immense love for your wife, children and grandchildren.
Sleep well daddy. Heaven gained an angel and continue to watch over us and your wife. We miss you.
– Oyinlola Motunrayo Olowu (Daughter)
Another daughter tribute
This day, 14th of December, is a day I will always remember. Olumuyiwa Adebayo Olowu a.k.a Oloritun I, my very own Muyenyen. Yes I’m talking about a man that is so loving, understanding and caring, Father of many nation. He cares for everyone like his own. He taught me to be strong and fight my battles like a man. He allowed me make my own mistakes and learn from them. He taught me to be strong and grow fast to this wonderful woman that I have become. I was never at fault when it comes to Muyenyen. I see his pride in me and he was always ready to defend every decision I took.
Yes, I’m talking about my Daddy.
Daddy Yo, we had plans of you coming over and the memorable things we would do with the grand children. I already made your room, bought your clothes and shorts like you always like them, but God had a better plan.
One thing I will eternally be grateful for was our longest conversation which we had on face time an hour before you said good bye.
Your smile is contagious even the goofy one, your fists are straight from the source, well detailed. Your punctuality is next to none.
We had different slangs and signs for every unspoken words and situation. “Baby girl,
Fine girl, Mrs. Olajide, Mummy
Mofiyinfoluwa, Omoteniola, My Paddy”. I still have memories of you making our breakfast all through our secondary school year, you taught Doja and I what punctuality is (time management), you ironed our school uniforms, taught us how to be clean and organized. You made me your adviser. The conversation we had before I got married still hangs around me like my necklace and has guided me till this moment. Thank you daddy.
To say I was the most loved daughter will be an understatement but my dad loved all his children equally, love his family like his life depended on it. He was a tall, dark and handsome man with the heavenly gap tooth that’s brings life to his smiles. My heart rejoices every time people say I look like my dad.
Daddy Mofiyinfoluwa, your grandson will miss the way you call him “ojo o pa sekere omo atigba”. He will surely miss having breakfast with his grandpa, his bed mate, dropping him in school. You tell me things dear to your heart and trust me to keep them.
You call me your best friend. I will always and forever be your girl.
I miss our daily text and chat, gist, gossip and when you want to report mummy to me (*lol}I trust you like it there, peaceful. I hope they make your food like I do, just the way you like it. I still have some unanswered questions but my strength is in the comfort of the cross.
My dad was my messiah on earth.
– Olajide Teniola {Daughter}.
My father is different
My baby boy (as I fondly call you and you smile back with your wide gap tooth).
Unlike typical African parents, quick to apologize when he is wrong, and says “baby mabinu”.
Full of wisdom, almost think he is a wizard with how he is quick to predict happenings and happens just like that.
Not one to judge, never biased, loves unconditionally. I remember how we both attended all my ante natal together and some thought you were the expecting father and looked at you like a pedophile, you couldn’t be bothered rather you were busy bullying doctors telling them nothing should happen to your daughter.vou were so proud of me.
There was no “Almighty Daddy” air around you ,you were my G, even when I try to code or hide talk you sing Small Doctor or Davido and remind me you are young and somehow it worked and I just tell you everything Not one to talk anyone down, always believing in EVERYONE even the smallest kid.
You will tease mummy continuously yet you both somehow make up, I remembered the last one about adaptor vividly in your room with your towel and how you did yimu on her and told me “mon whine iya e ni”.
How you answer my calls to scare the boys away and you wouldn’t tell me and I be lost when they be like “your husband answered your call”.
Your shoes are too wide for anyone to fit in, though I intend to grow into it.
I miss you a lot, but I’m taking each day with memories we share and imagine you smiling down at me with your gap tooth. Do they have those shorts you like to wear and over size T-shirt in heaven? What color is the snickers God gave you? Is there a barber in heaven or you still shaving your hair daily? How is Pastor Ojapa? I trust you filling him in.
I’m glad I came into the world through your heart.
Your humble life style is worthy of emulation.
Showed me how to fight my battles quietly.
When I wanted to quit my job, he made me see the bigger picture and literally begged me to endure that rough period (which didn’t last).
Olumuyiwa Adebayo Olowu, I know beyond doubt you are looking out for us all. Rest on my Baby Boy. You’ll always be in my heart.
– Olowu Abiola Adedoja
(Daughter)
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