Charles Oduk Badia
His life was not defined by how it ended, but by how boldly and unapologetically he lived.
Obituary
We regret to announce the untimely demise of Mr. Charles Oduk Badia, which occurred following a road accident on Saturday, 7th February 2026, in Kisumu, Kenya.
Charles is survived by his beloved wife, Maureen Maviri, and their children, Raywer Badia and Nylah Badia. He was the son of Dr. Willis Badia and Tonny Oduk, and stepson to the late Alice Badia and Rhoda Badia. He was the son-in-law of Peter Maviri and the late Willyckister Nimrode.
He was a brother to Brenda, Haron, Julie, Gordon, Caroline, John Justo, Richard, Shadrack, Cecilia, Bonano, Fiona, and Willis, and the late John Wayne. He was a brother-in-law to James, Zipporah, Teri, Yvonne, Lineo, Lydia, Rooney, Najma among others.
Charles was the grandson of the late Canon Richard Jang’olo, the late Mama Dorcas Jang’olo, the late Mzee Charles Oduk, and the late Mama Huldah Akoko. He was a loving uncle to many nephews and nieces, including Zion, Richard, Zack, Marsha, and Gabriel. He was also a nephew to Mary Mbaruku, the late Jane Opiyo, Oliver Oduk, Ezekiel Oduk, the late, George Oduk, the late Jimmy Oduk, the late Ezra Oduk among many others.
The burial is scheduled for Saturday, 21st February 2026, at the family home in Lul Village, Yimbo–Kadimo.
Celebration Of Life
"A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered.
Nick Names
BABJI, JIBAB, JIBABJI, CHARLIE, CHARLO, JAKOM, CHAPNI NG'ECH
Timeline
1989
February 25th
SUNRISE
Charles Oduk Badia was born on 25th February 1989 at Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu to Dr. Willis Augustine Badia and Tonny Achieng’ Oduk.
2026
February 7th
SUNSET
Charles Oduk Badia transitioned from this life on February 7th, 2026 following a road accident. Though his earthly journey has ended, his memory and legacy will live on forever in our hearts.
2026
February 21st
BURIAL SERVICE
Charles was laid to rest in the presence of family, friends, and loved ones. He will be deeply missed.
2026
February 25th
HAPPY 1ST HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY BABJI
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February 25, 2026
Charles Badia,
I admire your courage,
You faced everything with courage
From the first time I spoke to you it’s just courage courage courage and smiles
the first time I met Charles was in my first rugby league game in Dubai . My friends and I were seated right Infront of him and his group of friends and could hear him and his friends speak loudly in dhuluo
And he stood out,
you all know Charles stands out
His height, how he dresses, his smile and he carries his charisma with this.
He has an aura that sets him apart from the rest so you could never miss Charles even if you wanted to
Charles remains one of the boldest, courageous man I have ever met and encountered
He taught me how to bring my guard down - am very rigid when it comes to life, I work with plans and schedules and not so much of a spontaneous person, he taught me how to relax…
To enjoy a little rhumba and be freer
We talked about politics , music, rhumba especially he would sing -layile-ndoki- and -orgasy- like lingala was his second language after luo - he translated for me via text the song by Franco ft TPOK Jazz - bina na ngai na respect- which happens to be one of my favorites, we talked about boxing and one that we analyzed was AJ vs Luis, and how we agreed that Luis won by luck but also learned that sometimes looking fit doesn’t guarantee a win, AJ looked fit Luis the unhealthy look but powerful jabs, we talked about life and its challenges those difficult conversations that sometimes are rare but most times there was always some good banter that always came along with him,
Charles had a terrible eyes sight also he struggled sometimes and I’d see him put his eyedrops on in the beginning I thought he wore glasses for fun because everyone somehow assumed my glasses are just with for style or just for fan but I need my glasses more often,
He had a good sense of humor
He made me speak and text in jango knowing that I struggle in as much as am luo myself my tongue doesn’t just flow easily with our beautiful dialect he said I have a twang and my tenses miss match but I got better am a lil more fluent now thank God, the Mockery was a lot back then,
He was a story teller a great one both verbally and in text as long as there was time, he would break into story telling mode and I enjoyed free stories which most of them were just a buncha fake tales 😂
He made everyone feel comfortable even if it’s by using the catch up line
“ I know you from somewhere or I have seen you from somewhere, have I met you before….”
He had good rapport with people around him his friends and even strangers
He was kind and accommodating - generous,
He loved his family.He loved being a father so much, and asking him about his kids would excite him a-lot - so so much,
Charles passing has opened my mind to appreciate life more, to know that we should face our fears confidently and boldly. I have learned to show up and finish everything that I left pending over the years for instance, the book am writing on grief, because we live on borrowed time and anytime we could be also be finishing our journey here on earth,
I learnt that We should be able to allow ourselves to live life no matter what but at the same time honor God,
We should love and be open to love
We should forgive as much as we can
Show up for those care about as much as you can if possible
We never know when it will be our last day
Honor life experiences because at the end of the day this experience create fond memories that will forever remain
Also be everything you have been called to be,explore everything until you understand your purpose in life
I believe Charles found his purpose and lived a great life, intentionally and with purpose to the best of his abilities,
knowledge and understanding,
You did great Badia, thank you for being courageous and being who you were to many of us
We thank God for the light you carried,
Happy birthday Badia and may your soul rest peacefully
by God’s mercy and grace,
through Christ Jesus
Amen Amen.
x
Marithah.
February 24, 2026
Till the Tears Run Dry
Immediately, it happened. We threw ourselves into planning.
Planning became my shelter. My mind had work to do when my heart refused to accept what had happened. For a while, it allowed me to outrun sorrow.
But now the ceremony is behind us.
And the silence… the silence has begun to speak.
The void Charles has left is enormous. Larger than the space he occupied in our lives for thirty-seven years — and it was a big space.
Tomorrow feels heavier than it ever has, as if the world itself has slowed down to notice his absence.
I was fooled. We were all fooled about his permanence.
He was there — always there. In my mind, he would remain long after everyone else had exited the stage.
His pallbearers? Yet to be born.
There was always enough time… or so I believed.
Time to love more.
Time to talk about the future and to celebrate current milestones.
Time to talk about our wives and kids.
Time to quarrel and make peace again.
Time to make life difficult for young men courting our daughters… yet secretly teach our own sons the art of melting hearts. And time to walk them down the isle.
Time to sit years from now, laughing at the foolish versions of ourselves we once were. This we were already doing since we were already fools, some of the times.
If I missed seeing Charles on this visit to Kenya, there would be time to see him on the next. If I did not call or send a message today, tomorrow was patiently waiting.
No pressure.
No urgency.
Si ni Babji… aende wapi? - Where would Babji go?
We thought we had a surplus of time.
We never realized our clocks were set in different time zones.
While I believed tomorrow belonged to us, his hourglass had quietly — without warning — run out of sand.
I did not walk with Charles for a lifetime — only a small mile — yet he allowed me to hold his giant hands. He walked beside me through seasons neither of us fully understood.
From him, I borrowed courage when mine ran thin, kindness when bitterness tempted me, and laughter when life felt unbearably heavy.
We were becoming men at the same time.
We disagreed. Sometimes stubbornly.
Weeks, even months would pass in silence, until he resurrected us with a memory only we shared — or a song we loved decades ago. Most of the time it would be Traveling Love - Fally Ipupa.
Then the laughter would come.
Reckless, unstoppable laughter that bent us over, stole our breath, and left tears running freely down our faces.
I would revive our quarrels with veiled insults — ing’ama guok sana — you stubborn dog — and other words unfit for polite company.
He would sigh. Smile and say ng’uon na bas… forgive me then. (almost demanding the pardon)
And just like that, peace returned.
As if nothing in this world was ever too broken to mend.
And yet… here I stand, surrounded by echoes.
The silence whispers his name.
The empty spaces where his laughter used to dwell feel impossibly vast.
I reach for him — in memory, in shadow, in the curve of a familiar smile — and my hands close on nothing.
Time, I realize, is cruel.
It does not pause, it does not wait.
It took him before I was ready to say the things I should have said.
Before I could hold him one last time.
And still, in the quiet, I hear him.
A laugh that bends the room, a sigh that heals, a voice that says ng’uon na bas.
It’s in these fragments that he remains, larger than absence, indelible as the sky.
Charles’ death has taken me to a place I did not know existed.
Grief now sits heavier than language itself.
I have lost before, but I have never stood here.
No one should be standing here.
No family should be forced to learn this language. The language of emptiness. The language of grief.
Rest well, B.
Until we meet again — where promises are kept, where the world cannot break us again.
Immediately, it happened. We threw ourselves into planning.
Planning became my shelter. My mind had work to do when my heart refused to accept what had happened. For a while, it allowed me to outrun sorrow.
But now the ceremony is behind us.
And the silence… the silence has begun to speak.
The void Charles has left is enormous. Larger than the space he occupied in our lives for thirty-seven years — and it was a big space.
Tomorrow feels heavier than it ever has, as if the world itself has slowed down to notice his absence.
I was fooled. We were all fooled about his permanence.
He was there — always there. In my mind, he would remain long after everyone else had exited the stage.
His pallbearers? Yet to be born.
There was always enough time… or so I believed.
Time to love more.
Time to talk about the future and to celebrate current milestones.
Time to talk about our wives and kids.
Time to quarrel and make peace again.
Time to make life difficult for young men courting our daughters… yet secretly teach our own sons the art of melting hearts. And time to walk them down the isle.
Time to sit years from now, laughing at the foolish versions of ourselves we once were. This we were already doing since we were already fools, some of the times.
If I missed seeing Charles on this visit to Kenya, there would be time to see him on the next. If I did not call or send a message today, tomorrow was patiently waiting.
No pressure.
No urgency.
Si ni Babji… aende wapi? - Where would Babji go?
We thought we had a surplus of time.
We never realized our clocks were set in different time zones.
While I believed tomorrow belonged to us, his hourglass had quietly — without warning — run out of sand.
I did not walk with Charles for a lifetime — only a small mile — yet he allowed me to hold his giant hands. He walked beside me through seasons neither of us fully understood.
From him, I borrowed courage when mine ran thin, kindness when bitterness tempted me, and laughter when life felt unbearably heavy.
We were becoming men at the same time.
We disagreed. Sometimes stubbornly.
Weeks, even months would pass in silence, until he resurrected us with a memory only we shared — or a song we loved decades ago. Most of the time it would be Traveling Love - Fally Ipupa.
Then the laughter would come.
Reckless, unstoppable laughter that bent us over, stole our breath, and left tears running freely down our faces.
I would revive our quarrels with veiled insults — ing’ama guok sana — you stubborn dog — and other words unfit for polite company.
He would sigh. Smile and say ng’uon na bas… forgive me then. (almost demanding the pardon)
And just like that, peace returned.
As if nothing in this world was ever too broken to mend.
And yet… here I stand, surrounded by echoes.
The silence whispers his name.
The empty spaces where his laughter used to dwell feel impossibly vast.
I reach for him — in memory, in shadow, in the curve of a familiar smile — and my hands close on nothing.
Time, I realize, is cruel.
It does not pause, it does not wait.
It took him before I was ready to say the things I should have said.
Before I could hold him one last time.
And still, in the quiet, I hear him.
A laugh that bends the room, a sigh that heals, a voice that says ng’uon na bas.
It’s in these fragments that he remains, larger than absence, indelible as the sky.
Charles’ death has taken me to a place I did not know existed.
Grief now sits heavier than language itself.
I have lost before, but I have never stood here.
No one should be standing here.
No family should be forced to learn this language. The language of emptiness. The language of grief.
Rest well, B.
Until we meet again — where promises are kept, where the world cannot break us again.
February 23, 2026
Baba Kash I keep trying to find the words .I just want to say once again thank you for how amazing you were to everyone.You will be missed.May God comfort your family and watch over them babake🙏. The heavens have gained a golden person
February 23, 2026
Jakom wuod Yimbo ,chieng moro newadag maber
February 21, 2026
Today, I write this with a heavy heart, yet with so much gratitude for having known you, Charlo.
Kuma ne warome Ng’iya girls basketball pitch, the noise of the game, the echo of sneakers against the court… and then our eyes clicked. It was instant. No long introductions needed. Just a connection that felt real, solid, destined. From that moment, you weren’t just another teammate — eeeh osiepa!
Jibabji , you were one of the soft hearted souls I have ever known. In a world that often celebrates hardness, you showed that gentleness is strength. You carried yourself with kindness, patience, and a warmth that made everyone feel safe around you. Kaka ibuonjo, It could lift the heaviest mood. I remember back in 2017, when I’d just started my cloth line biz, onge lau manenyalo romi in my shop, not even a pair of shoe, but you bought load of staff for people just to promote me. Miweyo nyaka Lunj! Eh thoo monego ratego! I hope ni kata kuma intieno, pod ibuonjo. People followed you because you led with love.
And let’s not forget — you were a fashionista in your own lane. Always sharp, always clean, always effortlessly stylish.
But above all, you were a father. The way you loved your children — it was deep, intentional, and fierce. They were your pride, your heartbeat, your purpose. You spoke of them with a light in your eyes that words can’t describe. That kind of love doesn’t disappear. It lives on.
How do we move forward, Charles?
How do we adjust to a world that feels quieter without you?
Litna ndi… we cry. We remember. We hold on to the lessons you taught us. We carry your softness into a hard world. We love louder. We show up for each other the way you showed up for us.
Moving forward doesn’t mean leaving you behind. It means walking with your spirit in our hearts. It means honoring you by living fully, loving deeply, and leading with kindness — just like you did
Rest Charlo. Rest my friend
It is not well.
Kuma ne warome Ng’iya girls basketball pitch, the noise of the game, the echo of sneakers against the court… and then our eyes clicked. It was instant. No long introductions needed. Just a connection that felt real, solid, destined. From that moment, you weren’t just another teammate — eeeh osiepa!
Jibabji , you were one of the soft hearted souls I have ever known. In a world that often celebrates hardness, you showed that gentleness is strength. You carried yourself with kindness, patience, and a warmth that made everyone feel safe around you. Kaka ibuonjo, It could lift the heaviest mood. I remember back in 2017, when I’d just started my cloth line biz, onge lau manenyalo romi in my shop, not even a pair of shoe, but you bought load of staff for people just to promote me. Miweyo nyaka Lunj! Eh thoo monego ratego! I hope ni kata kuma intieno, pod ibuonjo. People followed you because you led with love.
And let’s not forget — you were a fashionista in your own lane. Always sharp, always clean, always effortlessly stylish.
But above all, you were a father. The way you loved your children — it was deep, intentional, and fierce. They were your pride, your heartbeat, your purpose. You spoke of them with a light in your eyes that words can’t describe. That kind of love doesn’t disappear. It lives on.
How do we move forward, Charles?
How do we adjust to a world that feels quieter without you?
Litna ndi… we cry. We remember. We hold on to the lessons you taught us. We carry your softness into a hard world. We love louder. We show up for each other the way you showed up for us.
Moving forward doesn’t mean leaving you behind. It means walking with your spirit in our hearts. It means honoring you by living fully, loving deeply, and leading with kindness — just like you did
Rest Charlo. Rest my friend
It is not well.
February 19, 2026
*Tribute to Charles Badia* Chairman, Onagi United
Charles Badia was a rare kind of leader, one whose authority flowed not from position, but from character.
A charismatic visionary with an uncommon ability to see beyond the present, he carried within him a deep conviction that community, when stewarded with integrity, could transform lives.
As Chairman of Onagi United, Charles did not merely lead; he inspired. He believed in people often before they believed in themselves. His generosity knew no limit,generous with his time, his wisdom, his resources, and his heart. To many, he was a mentor. To others, a steady hand. To all who encountered him, he was a reminder that leadership is ultimately an act of service.
Charles led with clarity of vision and warmth of spirit. He brought people together across differences, anchored by a shared purpose and a belief in collective progress. Even in moments of challenge, his optimism remained steadfast, his counsel thoughtful, and his commitment unwavering.
Though his physical presence is no longer with us, his legacy endures, in the values he championed, the lives he uplifted, and the institution he helped shape. Onagi United stands today as a living testament to his vision, generosity, and selfless leadership.
We honor Charles Badia not only for what he built, but for who he was: a leader of grace, a servant of the people, and a man whose impact will be felt for generations.
May his legacy continue to guide us.
Nind gi kwe sibuor
Nind gi kwe Chairman
Charles Badia was a rare kind of leader, one whose authority flowed not from position, but from character.
A charismatic visionary with an uncommon ability to see beyond the present, he carried within him a deep conviction that community, when stewarded with integrity, could transform lives.
As Chairman of Onagi United, Charles did not merely lead; he inspired. He believed in people often before they believed in themselves. His generosity knew no limit,generous with his time, his wisdom, his resources, and his heart. To many, he was a mentor. To others, a steady hand. To all who encountered him, he was a reminder that leadership is ultimately an act of service.
Charles led with clarity of vision and warmth of spirit. He brought people together across differences, anchored by a shared purpose and a belief in collective progress. Even in moments of challenge, his optimism remained steadfast, his counsel thoughtful, and his commitment unwavering.
Though his physical presence is no longer with us, his legacy endures, in the values he championed, the lives he uplifted, and the institution he helped shape. Onagi United stands today as a living testament to his vision, generosity, and selfless leadership.
We honor Charles Badia not only for what he built, but for who he was: a leader of grace, a servant of the people, and a man whose impact will be felt for generations.
May his legacy continue to guide us.
Nind gi kwe sibuor
Nind gi kwe Chairman
February 19, 2026
Charles was a true free man in spirit brave, caring, and inspiring. He lived with generosity, touched many hearts, and will be fondly remembered for his kindness and strength.
May his soul Rest in peace .
May his soul Rest in peace .
February 19, 2026
It is hard to say goodbye, brother Charles 🫂. Though our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in believing you are in a better place now.
Gone too soon, our chairman, Onagi UAE.
May your gentle soul rest in eternal peace, wuod Yimbo.
To your beloved wife, Maureen, and your young children, may you find strength and solace in God Almighty during this difficult time.
Dhi gi kwe, Jatelo.
Benson Nudi
Gone too soon, our chairman, Onagi UAE.
May your gentle soul rest in eternal peace, wuod Yimbo.
To your beloved wife, Maureen, and your young children, may you find strength and solace in God Almighty during this difficult time.
Dhi gi kwe, Jatelo.
Benson Nudi
February 19, 2026
Tribute to Our Late Chairman. Charles Oduk Badia.
With heavy heart. I mourn the passing of our beloved Chairman. You were a true leader, a unifier, and a pillar of strength for our community. Your dedication, humility, and commitment to service strengthened ONAGI UAE and brought us together as one family.
Though you are gone from our sight, your legacy lives on in the lives you touched and the unity you built.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." — 2 Timothy 4:7
May God grant you eternal rest and comfort your family and all of us during this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Babji. You will never be forgotten.
With heavy heart. I mourn the passing of our beloved Chairman. You were a true leader, a unifier, and a pillar of strength for our community. Your dedication, humility, and commitment to service strengthened ONAGI UAE and brought us together as one family.
Though you are gone from our sight, your legacy lives on in the lives you touched and the unity you built.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." — 2 Timothy 4:7
May God grant you eternal rest and comfort your family and all of us during this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Babji. You will never be forgotten.
February 19, 2026
We mourn the sudden loss of our beloved Onagi Group Chairman,Dubai.Your vision ,leadership, and kindness touched all of us.Though you are gone,your spirit,guidance, and legacy you built will remain forever in our hearts .Rest in peace
February 19, 2026
Jakom,
I remember when we first met and I introduced myself. The first thing you uttered was "kare mana jamboka-i hope ni ok iting'o kidi ka? Mae budho mokwe".. and we bursted out laughing. Since then we have had talks once in a while on the progression of this very good initiative you came up with; called "Onagi United"
Jakom, the photos shared here depicts exactly what you lived and loved while with us. Family, friends and brotherhood. We have lost a great man but we have his vision to charter ahead.
To Maureen, you are a strong lady and I know God's plans for you and the kids will come to fruition.
Nid gi kwe Jakom, Onagi UAE pod nitie.
I remember when we first met and I introduced myself. The first thing you uttered was "kare mana jamboka-i hope ni ok iting'o kidi ka? Mae budho mokwe".. and we bursted out laughing. Since then we have had talks once in a while on the progression of this very good initiative you came up with; called "Onagi United"
Jakom, the photos shared here depicts exactly what you lived and loved while with us. Family, friends and brotherhood. We have lost a great man but we have his vision to charter ahead.
To Maureen, you are a strong lady and I know God's plans for you and the kids will come to fruition.
Nid gi kwe Jakom, Onagi UAE pod nitie.
February 19, 2026
A TRIBUTE TO CHARLES BADIA
Charles Badia was a leader who understood that true influence isn't about the title you hold but the hope you instill in others by using the term (Chieng moro newadag maber ). He led with a rare blend of courage and compassion. For Charles, the hymn "Because He Lives" wasn't just a melody; it was his mission statement.(CHIENG MORO NEWADAG MABER) It reflected his belief that no matter how uncertain the world felt, there was a reason to keep moving forward. He lived with the "blessed assurance" that tomorrow was never something to fear, but something to be met with an open heart and a resilient spirit. His life taught us that when you live with faith ,you leave a trail of life for others to follow.
Charles may no longer be walking beside us, but because of the way he led, we can face our own "tomorrows" with the same courage he showed every day.
Charles Badia was a leader who understood that true influence isn't about the title you hold but the hope you instill in others by using the term (Chieng moro newadag maber ). He led with a rare blend of courage and compassion. For Charles, the hymn "Because He Lives" wasn't just a melody; it was his mission statement.(CHIENG MORO NEWADAG MABER) It reflected his belief that no matter how uncertain the world felt, there was a reason to keep moving forward. He lived with the "blessed assurance" that tomorrow was never something to fear, but something to be met with an open heart and a resilient spirit. His life taught us that when you live with faith ,you leave a trail of life for others to follow.
Charles may no longer be walking beside us, but because of the way he led, we can face our own "tomorrows" with the same courage he showed every day.
February 19, 2026
Till We Meet Again Jakom bro Charles Oduk Badia:
You walked among us with a fire so rare,
A young soul carrying wisdom beyond years.
A leader who lifted others as he rose,
A brother, a friend—known by love, not fear.
Your vision still speaks in the lives you shaped,
In every heart you dared to believe in.
Though your steps now echo beyond our sight,
Your light remains—steady, unbroken, living.
May heaven receive you with open arms,
May peace be your dwelling, rest your crown.
Until the day we meet again in glory,
Walk in eternal light—never alone.
You walked among us with a fire so rare,
A young soul carrying wisdom beyond years.
A leader who lifted others as he rose,
A brother, a friend—known by love, not fear.
Your vision still speaks in the lives you shaped,
In every heart you dared to believe in.
Though your steps now echo beyond our sight,
Your light remains—steady, unbroken, living.
May heaven receive you with open arms,
May peace be your dwelling, rest your crown.
Until the day we meet again in glory,
Walk in eternal light—never alone.
February 19, 2026
FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
We are gathered here today to remember CHARLES (Chairman)When I think of kindness in its truest form-the kind that shows up when it’s inconvenient,and when it matters most,
I want to share a story that,for me defines who Charles Badia was.some time ago ,I was in the hospital.it was a frightening and lonely time.
The days blend together in those white rooms,filled with worry and isolation. Many promise to visit or sent texts saying let me know if you need anything.
But CHAIRMAN Badia, didn’t ask He showed up.
I remember the sound of the door opening, and there he was. He didn’t come with grand speeches.He come with his presence.He sat in that uncomfortable vinyl chair, brought me fruits,juice,laugh and filled that cold room with warmth and familiarity.At this point in him I saw my own brother,sister who were miles away but Charles filled the gap.😭😭
In that moment,I realized that Badia was a man who understood that life is not just about sharing good times;it’s about holding space during the bad ones. He taught me that true friendship is a verb-it is something you do not just something you feel.
He was kind, jovial and his generosity knows no boundaries,a pillar of strength.
To Charles family,wife thank you for sharing him with us, the Onagi UAE .
To Charles thank you for the visit. Now I know incase of anything no one will visit, you brought me hope and encourage me that I can live on , with consistency following up how I was doing even after discharged advising me to take vacation go rest and come back when I was giving up I will never forget.
Please God Grant Charles entnal Rest and to God thank you for sharing your son with us.
Rest well,ONAGI CHAIRMAN, we will take it from there.
TILL WE MEET AGAIN 😭😭😭😭😭
We are gathered here today to remember CHARLES (Chairman)When I think of kindness in its truest form-the kind that shows up when it’s inconvenient,and when it matters most,
I want to share a story that,for me defines who Charles Badia was.some time ago ,I was in the hospital.it was a frightening and lonely time.
The days blend together in those white rooms,filled with worry and isolation. Many promise to visit or sent texts saying let me know if you need anything.
But CHAIRMAN Badia, didn’t ask He showed up.
I remember the sound of the door opening, and there he was. He didn’t come with grand speeches.He come with his presence.He sat in that uncomfortable vinyl chair, brought me fruits,juice,laugh and filled that cold room with warmth and familiarity.At this point in him I saw my own brother,sister who were miles away but Charles filled the gap.😭😭
In that moment,I realized that Badia was a man who understood that life is not just about sharing good times;it’s about holding space during the bad ones. He taught me that true friendship is a verb-it is something you do not just something you feel.
He was kind, jovial and his generosity knows no boundaries,a pillar of strength.
To Charles family,wife thank you for sharing him with us, the Onagi UAE .
To Charles thank you for the visit. Now I know incase of anything no one will visit, you brought me hope and encourage me that I can live on , with consistency following up how I was doing even after discharged advising me to take vacation go rest and come back when I was giving up I will never forget.
Please God Grant Charles entnal Rest and to God thank you for sharing your son with us.
Rest well,ONAGI CHAIRMAN, we will take it from there.
TILL WE MEET AGAIN 😭😭😭😭😭
February 19, 2026
Dear Maureen,
My heart goes out to you during this incredibly tough time. Your beloved husband, Charles Badia , was an inspiration to many, and his legacy will live on through the lives he touched.He will be deeply missed.
Sending you lots of love, hugs, and prayers. You're not alone, and we're here for you mummy 🥰.
With deepest sympathy,
My heart goes out to you during this incredibly tough time. Your beloved husband, Charles Badia , was an inspiration to many, and his legacy will live on through the lives he touched.He will be deeply missed.
Sending you lots of love, hugs, and prayers. You're not alone, and we're here for you mummy 🥰.
With deepest sympathy,
February 19, 2026
I write this with a heavy heart, yet with faith, to honour and celebrate the life of Charles — a beloved husband, father, friend, and a man whose presence brought strength and meaning to those around him.
The pain of losing Charles is deep, and the emptiness left behind is real. Yet as Christians, we do not mourn without hope, because we know that death is not the end for those who belong to Christ.
The Bible reminds us in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14:
"Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again..."
This scripture assures us that even though Charles has departed from this earth, his soul has not been lost. He has simply transitioned from this life into eternity.
Charles was a man who carried responsibility with honour. He loved his family, cared deeply for those close to him, and served as a covering and a pillar in his home. His life reflected commitment, strength, and love — and those are gifts that will continue to speak even in his absence.
To Maureen, Charles was not only a husband, but a partner, a companion, and a source of support. To his children, he was a father whose love will remain a guiding light. And to all of us, he was someone whose memory will remain etched in our hearts.
The Word of God tells us in Psalm 34:18:
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
So today, as we grieve, we also lean on God’s promise — that He is near Maureen, near the children, and near every heart that is shattered by this loss.
We also hold onto the assurance given in Revelation 21:4:
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain..."
This is the promise of eternity — a place where sorrow has no voice, where pain has no authority, and where death no longer reigns.
Though we may not understand why God has allowed this moment, we trust His sovereignty. We trust that the One who gives life is also the One who receives His children back into glory.
And as the Bible reminds us in Ecclesiastes 3:1-2:
"To everything there is a season… a time to be born, and a time to die."
Today is a difficult season, but we pray that God will turn this season of mourning into comfort, strength, and healing.
To Maureen and the children: may God wrap you in His peace, carry you when you feel weak, and strengthen you for every step ahead. We pray that the Lord will be your refuge, your comfort, and your anchor.
And as we remember Charles today, we do so with love, honour, and gratitude. His life was meaningful. His love was real. His legacy will remain.
May his soul rest in perfect peace, and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Rest in peace, dear Charles.
Until we meet again in glory.
The pain of losing Charles is deep, and the emptiness left behind is real. Yet as Christians, we do not mourn without hope, because we know that death is not the end for those who belong to Christ.
The Bible reminds us in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14:
"Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again..."
This scripture assures us that even though Charles has departed from this earth, his soul has not been lost. He has simply transitioned from this life into eternity.
Charles was a man who carried responsibility with honour. He loved his family, cared deeply for those close to him, and served as a covering and a pillar in his home. His life reflected commitment, strength, and love — and those are gifts that will continue to speak even in his absence.
To Maureen, Charles was not only a husband, but a partner, a companion, and a source of support. To his children, he was a father whose love will remain a guiding light. And to all of us, he was someone whose memory will remain etched in our hearts.
The Word of God tells us in Psalm 34:18:
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
So today, as we grieve, we also lean on God’s promise — that He is near Maureen, near the children, and near every heart that is shattered by this loss.
We also hold onto the assurance given in Revelation 21:4:
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain..."
This is the promise of eternity — a place where sorrow has no voice, where pain has no authority, and where death no longer reigns.
Though we may not understand why God has allowed this moment, we trust His sovereignty. We trust that the One who gives life is also the One who receives His children back into glory.
And as the Bible reminds us in Ecclesiastes 3:1-2:
"To everything there is a season… a time to be born, and a time to die."
Today is a difficult season, but we pray that God will turn this season of mourning into comfort, strength, and healing.
To Maureen and the children: may God wrap you in His peace, carry you when you feel weak, and strengthen you for every step ahead. We pray that the Lord will be your refuge, your comfort, and your anchor.
And as we remember Charles today, we do so with love, honour, and gratitude. His life was meaningful. His love was real. His legacy will remain.
May his soul rest in perfect peace, and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Rest in peace, dear Charles.
Until we meet again in glory.
February 19, 2026
*TRIBUTE TO CHARLES ODUK BADIA*
Today we remember not just a friend we lost, but a soul who touched our lives in ways that words can hardly capture.
You were one of a kind,your plans and future for our UAE LUO community was something no one has never done.Groups have formed and break but this one stand still because of you.Your kindness wasn’t loud, but it was powerful. It lived in small gestures, warm smiles, and the way you truly listened.
Though you are no longer here in body, your presence remains in the memories we cherish, in the stories we still tell, and in the love you left behind. Grief is the price we pay for the live we had for you,
We will miss your voice, laughter.
We miss you.
But we carry you with us in our hearts, in our choices, in the way we try to be a little kinder because we knew you.
Rest peacefully,Wuod Ongai kendo wuon Onagi Charles you will never be forgotten and to Maureen it is indeed Sad we will walk with you though may the Lord show you the way, shower you with blessings and your family too.
Most of all Pray Pray Pray.🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
REST IN PEACE CHARLES TILL WE MEET AGAIN 🕊 🕊 🕊 🕊
Today we remember not just a friend we lost, but a soul who touched our lives in ways that words can hardly capture.
You were one of a kind,your plans and future for our UAE LUO community was something no one has never done.Groups have formed and break but this one stand still because of you.Your kindness wasn’t loud, but it was powerful. It lived in small gestures, warm smiles, and the way you truly listened.
Though you are no longer here in body, your presence remains in the memories we cherish, in the stories we still tell, and in the love you left behind. Grief is the price we pay for the live we had for you,
We will miss your voice, laughter.
We miss you.
But we carry you with us in our hearts, in our choices, in the way we try to be a little kinder because we knew you.
Rest peacefully,Wuod Ongai kendo wuon Onagi Charles you will never be forgotten and to Maureen it is indeed Sad we will walk with you though may the Lord show you the way, shower you with blessings and your family too.
Most of all Pray Pray Pray.🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
REST IN PEACE CHARLES TILL WE MEET AGAIN 🕊 🕊 🕊 🕊
February 19, 2026
Charles, it’s still hard to believe you’re gone. You were not just a friend—you were someone who truly understood me, someone who stood by me through so much. Your presence brought warmth, laughter, and comfort into my life in a way that can never be replaced.
You had such a kind heart and a beautiful soul. The way you cared, the way you listened, and the way you made people feel valued is something I will always carry with me.
I will miss our conversations, our laughter, and the simple moments that meant so much. Though you are no longer here, your memory will live on in my heart forever.
Rest peacefully, Charles. You will always be loved, and you will never be forgotten. 🕊️ 🤍
You had such a kind heart and a beautiful soul. The way you cared, the way you listened, and the way you made people feel valued is something I will always carry with me.
I will miss our conversations, our laughter, and the simple moments that meant so much. Though you are no longer here, your memory will live on in my heart forever.
Rest peacefully, Charles. You will always be loved, and you will never be forgotten. 🕊️ 🤍
February 19, 2026
I want to pay tribute to my dear friend and inspiring founder of Onagi UAE, Mr. Charles Badia. Your vision, leadership, and passion have not only built a remarkable brand but also inspired everyone around you. Thank you for your guidance, friendship, and the example you set for excellence and integrity. Proud to know you and witness your journey.
Dance with angles Champ we will forever miss you
Dance with angles Champ we will forever miss you
February 19, 2026
Charlie,
You will remain forever in our hearts. You warmth and ability to stir happiness amongst your people is something that will be enriched forever, You are gone but not forgotten. Your happiness and way of living life and make it look easy is something I will forever remember. Thank you for giving yourself to us and making us believe in unity and strength.
Nind Gi Kwe Chairman
Rest Well Charlie.
You will remain forever in our hearts. You warmth and ability to stir happiness amongst your people is something that will be enriched forever, You are gone but not forgotten. Your happiness and way of living life and make it look easy is something I will forever remember. Thank you for giving yourself to us and making us believe in unity and strength.
Nind Gi Kwe Chairman
Rest Well Charlie.
February 19, 2026
Today, I choose to honour Mr. Charles Oduk Badia, Founding Chairman of Onagi United UAE.
He was a man whose vision and quiet strength brought people together in unity and purpose. Through his leadership, he nurtured a spirit of community that continues to inspire and uplift many.
Even as we mourn, we hold fast to the comfort of faith, trusting that this parting is not the end, but a pause in the journey.
For in the sweet by and by, we shall meet on that beautiful shore.
Maureen and the children, may you find strength in the love that surrounded him and in the legacy he leaves behind. May God hold you close, comfort your hearts, and grant you peace in the days ahead.
May the Lord receive his soul in peace and grant strength and comfort to all who loved him.
My condolences
He was a man whose vision and quiet strength brought people together in unity and purpose. Through his leadership, he nurtured a spirit of community that continues to inspire and uplift many.
Even as we mourn, we hold fast to the comfort of faith, trusting that this parting is not the end, but a pause in the journey.
For in the sweet by and by, we shall meet on that beautiful shore.
Maureen and the children, may you find strength in the love that surrounded him and in the legacy he leaves behind. May God hold you close, comfort your hearts, and grant you peace in the days ahead.
May the Lord receive his soul in peace and grant strength and comfort to all who loved him.
My condolences
February 19, 2026
*Tribute to my friend, brother and Chairman*
I type this tribute with tears, sadness and pain because how do I eulogise a man whose demise I am yet to accept?
Many years ago we met through your brother & we immediately clicked. You became to me a brother who went as far as bringing me close to your wife and children.
When you had your daughter I came to your house and you jokingly told me “Beboh ayudo ngama bro defend a sama ugoya gi Maureen” & we laughed and made merry.
Just recently when I was appointed Head of Events you sent me a message & told me “ jalooku lead them well!” & I promised you that I would do my level best in your honour.
To ma koro iwewa ni kare niwuonda kiorona message last week that you are coming back this week? So it was a lie Chairman? To makoro wadong ka orphans ni what do you mean? What do you expect us to do?
Jamienda iluonga mana ni Chi Fally bi wamoke to ma koro idhi ka koka wadwa chakoni koso idhi duogo wawach ni pod in Saudi koso?
Osiepna, a charming man in the most effortless way.
Osiepna with warmth that made you feel seen and heard.
Osiepna with a heart that loved hard and cared deep.
My true fashionista nyisa mana ni kawuono bi kirwakri maber adwani buogna jomoko(and I hope I never let you down).
Kawuono iketowa waywagi malich kama nikech ango Chairmanda as I used to call you. Awuoro kaka tho wang’e tek.
I am grateful only for one thing, that this happened at home nikech dine wayudi kure Saudi kucha yawa nyathiwa.
Mayooooooo tho mokawi malit maweyo nyithindi kamacha to nowuok gi kon mane yawa osiepa? To Maureen pimnwa kaka wadwa timorego yawa dak nimiwa kata memo waikre wuod ma?
Jalooku you have finished us, your Onagi children are crying, your wife is crying, your children are confused. What do we tell them?
We are tired, we are in pain, we miss you, we love you. We promise to be good children and to take care of our home the best way we know how.
It is not well!
It is not well!
We are still expecting you.
One day death too shall die!
ITIEKOWA mayooooooooooooooooooo nyasae
I type this tribute with tears, sadness and pain because how do I eulogise a man whose demise I am yet to accept?
Many years ago we met through your brother & we immediately clicked. You became to me a brother who went as far as bringing me close to your wife and children.
When you had your daughter I came to your house and you jokingly told me “Beboh ayudo ngama bro defend a sama ugoya gi Maureen” & we laughed and made merry.
Just recently when I was appointed Head of Events you sent me a message & told me “ jalooku lead them well!” & I promised you that I would do my level best in your honour.
To ma koro iwewa ni kare niwuonda kiorona message last week that you are coming back this week? So it was a lie Chairman? To makoro wadong ka orphans ni what do you mean? What do you expect us to do?
Jamienda iluonga mana ni Chi Fally bi wamoke to ma koro idhi ka koka wadwa chakoni koso idhi duogo wawach ni pod in Saudi koso?
Osiepna, a charming man in the most effortless way.
Osiepna with warmth that made you feel seen and heard.
Osiepna with a heart that loved hard and cared deep.
My true fashionista nyisa mana ni kawuono bi kirwakri maber adwani buogna jomoko(and I hope I never let you down).
Kawuono iketowa waywagi malich kama nikech ango Chairmanda as I used to call you. Awuoro kaka tho wang’e tek.
I am grateful only for one thing, that this happened at home nikech dine wayudi kure Saudi kucha yawa nyathiwa.
Mayooooooo tho mokawi malit maweyo nyithindi kamacha to nowuok gi kon mane yawa osiepa? To Maureen pimnwa kaka wadwa timorego yawa dak nimiwa kata memo waikre wuod ma?
Jalooku you have finished us, your Onagi children are crying, your wife is crying, your children are confused. What do we tell them?
We are tired, we are in pain, we miss you, we love you. We promise to be good children and to take care of our home the best way we know how.
It is not well!
It is not well!
We are still expecting you.
One day death too shall die!
ITIEKOWA mayooooooooooooooooooo nyasae
February 17, 2026
😭😭😭 the kindest soul I never get to meet, I believe you have taken after your Mom, she's my mother too and seeing her in this condition breaks my heart,they call you so many names,BabG, this is the one have always known from your uncle Lennox,my heart bleeds😭😭This one hurts more than I can ever imagine, you have gone when you're mom needed you the most, please do give her the strength to carry on, you're SMILE, YOUR LEGACY, THIS WILL NEVER FADE.I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE, PLEASE WATCH OVER YOUR CHILDREN , your brother and you're sisters 😭 you didn't teach any of us how to live without you and that's the saddest part,they say,a man is mourned during his birthday... but your death strike within a blink of time.Shine on your way Hero, you are missed already and say hello To my friend Huldah,😭I miss her,I need her,I wish she could wake up from the deep sleep 😢
February 16, 2026
Charles Badia Aka Jakom ,Chairman was a happy soul,a family man, a leader who respected everyone,
I remember when I was informed by a friend ( that there's a certain luo group named onagi in uae send your details to this number and you will be added) and that's how I got his number and immediately I send my details he added me to the group,and he was saying lets tell all luos in UAE to join the group we be united , and that's how Onagi in UAE was created by him and he welcomed everyone, I dont know much about him but for times we have met with him in onagi meetings he was a happy man , man of people very jovial and loving , he never attended onagi meetings without his family at some points he would be giving his speech while carry his daughter on one hand and the other hand hold the microphone, during our interactions at the meetings I got to know he's my inlaw as he's from the same clan with my husband, we laughed and since then he used to say we ni shemegi na tena we ni nyamin, last joke was chieng moro ne warad imbo usenge wacham rech , He was a rare gem we will miss him as onagi family in UAE we are left in shock, we have lost our able leader, our dear brother, and family man ,may God our God comfort you all as we mourn together, I pray for Maureen may God give her strength to take care of her kids, Rest in peace Jakom, rest in peace Chairman till we meet again jatenda.
(Chieng moro nadwak maber) was his favourite words, but now dak maber orumonwa chairman iwewa malit tenda it's well Jakom 🙏
Joan Arony
I remember when I was informed by a friend ( that there's a certain luo group named onagi in uae send your details to this number and you will be added) and that's how I got his number and immediately I send my details he added me to the group,and he was saying lets tell all luos in UAE to join the group we be united , and that's how Onagi in UAE was created by him and he welcomed everyone, I dont know much about him but for times we have met with him in onagi meetings he was a happy man , man of people very jovial and loving , he never attended onagi meetings without his family at some points he would be giving his speech while carry his daughter on one hand and the other hand hold the microphone, during our interactions at the meetings I got to know he's my inlaw as he's from the same clan with my husband, we laughed and since then he used to say we ni shemegi na tena we ni nyamin, last joke was chieng moro ne warad imbo usenge wacham rech , He was a rare gem we will miss him as onagi family in UAE we are left in shock, we have lost our able leader, our dear brother, and family man ,may God our God comfort you all as we mourn together, I pray for Maureen may God give her strength to take care of her kids, Rest in peace Jakom, rest in peace Chairman till we meet again jatenda.
(Chieng moro nadwak maber) was his favourite words, but now dak maber orumonwa chairman iwewa malit tenda it's well Jakom 🙏
Joan Arony
February 15, 2026
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Charlie, you were loved, well respected! You were so soft hearted, and funny. Who loves his son to death.😭😔I remember how even through tough times, you let things slide with a smile. I always wondered how you did it, when I asked you why it didn’t make you upset, you just smiled back at me.
May God protect your children, Charlie I know you didn't play when it came to them. May God give your beautiful wife the strength to heal and get through this difficult time.
I’m deeply hurt and sad that you are gone at such a young age, but God called you home.
Charlie, Charlie, Charlie... may you rest in peace, my dear friend!🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🕊️🤍🤍🕊️🕊️🤍🤍
Charlie, you were loved, well respected! You were so soft hearted, and funny. Who loves his son to death.😭😔I remember how even through tough times, you let things slide with a smile. I always wondered how you did it, when I asked you why it didn’t make you upset, you just smiled back at me.
May God protect your children, Charlie I know you didn't play when it came to them. May God give your beautiful wife the strength to heal and get through this difficult time.
I’m deeply hurt and sad that you are gone at such a young age, but God called you home.
Charlie, Charlie, Charlie... may you rest in peace, my dear friend!🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🕊️🤍🤍🕊️🕊️🤍🤍
February 15, 2026
Charles had a charisma that words can hardly capture. He had a way of walking into your life and making it brighter without even trying. His smile was warm, his laughter was genuine, and his presence made you feel like you mattered.
He didn’t just make people happy,he made people feel loved.
Though he is no longer with us, the warmth he gave, the joy he shared, and the light he carried will stay in our hearts forever. We will miss you Jakom Osiepa.
Go well, dear Charles. You will always be remembered.
He didn’t just make people happy,he made people feel loved.
Though he is no longer with us, the warmth he gave, the joy he shared, and the light he carried will stay in our hearts forever. We will miss you Jakom Osiepa.
Go well, dear Charles. You will always be remembered.
February 15, 2026
Charlie was incredibly generous and kind, offering selfless support when I was new to Dubai. His big heart and that of his wife made a significant difference in my early days, and I am truly grateful for their help. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Maureen, words will not be able to describe what you are going through, may Allah give you strength and wisdom during this trying period. May he cover you and the little ones with endless comfort. Hugs mama💔
Service
Please join us in remembering and honoring Charles Oduk Badia.
As we mourn his passing, we also celebrate the life he lived and the love and joy he shared with us. Together, we will remember, reflect, and celebrate the joy he brought into our lives.
As we mourn his passing, we also celebrate the life he lived and the love and joy he shared with us. Together, we will remember, reflect, and celebrate the joy he brought into our lives.
Lul Village, Yimbo-Kadimo
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February, 21st, 2026
Church Service: St. Stephens Cathedral
February 20th, 2026 @ 10:00 am
Dr. Badia residential home- Otonglo
February 20th, 2026
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St. Augustine Alara Church- Yimbo Kadimo
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February 20th, 2026
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