Elder James Okunade Adetoyinbo

Elder James Okunola Adetoyinbo (Obalosun) ma sun lo laiya Oluwa re.

Gbogbo ebi ati idile Amusan Akinyefa Ojubanire lo nse idaro lehin re o.

*ORIKI*
Omo o lesin lefon. Omo anikunniwon. Omo a yo nibiti o yeni. Omo a bi sokoto gbe osu mefa ni ile alaro. Omo Ojubanire ore ko denu. Sasa enia ni feni lehin bi a ko si ni ile. Tajateran ni feni loju eni. Omo Olofamojo. Omo abisujoruko.

James omo Akinyefa Ojubanire, sun re o.

*Chief Joseph Akinloye Olanrewaju, for Akinyefa Ojubanire family*

How painful your demise was in our midst as a family and also as friends. Your words of encouragement and advice will always be remembered in our hearts. Our concern is that may you have a resting place in the blossom of your creator and comfort the children and the family left behind. Good night, till resurrection morning when we shall meet and part no more.

Forever in our hearts, our beloved Daddy.

It is still so hard to believe that you are gone. Your sudden departure left a deep pain in our hearts, a pain words cannot fully describe. We write this with tears and broken hearts, holding on to the memories and love you gave us. Though it hurts so much, we trust that God knows best, and we find comfort in the life you lived — a life filled with love, kindness, and integrity.

Daddy, you believed in doing what was right. You guided us with wisdom and corrected us with love. Your advice came gently, never as a lecture, but as words of care and experience. You shaped our lives in ways we will forever be grateful for. You were our teacher, our protector, and our greatest supporter.

You always called to check on us, no matter how busy you were. Those calls meant everything to us. Now the silence feels so heavy. We miss hearing your voice, your laughter, and the warmth in your words. We miss the reassurance that everything would be okay just because you were there. Daddy, the void you left behind can never be filled.

You were more than an amazing father; you were a rare and beautiful soul. Your love, strength, and humility touched everyone who knew you. You gave so much of yourself without asking for anything in return. Your presence brought peace, and your love held us together. Though you are no longer here with us physically, your spirit lives on in our hearts, and your legacy continues to guide us every day.

The Bible reminds us in Psalm 34:18, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” We hold on to this promise, believing that God is comforting us in our sorrow and welcoming you into His eternal rest.

Daddy, we miss you more than words can express. Our hearts ache, and tears fall whenever we remember you. Thank you for loving us, for teaching us, and for being the best father we could ever ask for. We will carry your memories with us forever.

Rest on, our beloved Daddy. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. You will forever live in our hearts. 🕊️💔😢

Tribute
Your death is a big shock to the entire Board, Staffs and Pupils of TAC Odo Ona Elewe Glorious Nursery and Primary School where you served as the Chairman of the Governing Council. It was a painful exit at this period we need you most. Nevertheless, your tireless efforts, wise counsel, and passion for education left an indelible mark on our school community.

We remember your leadership, generosity, and commitment to excellence, our Chairman sir.

May your legacy inspire us to continue striving for greatness.

Rest in peace, until we meet to depart no more.

Adieu Papa.

Courtesy
Governing Board, TAC Odo ona Elewe Glorious Nursery and Primary School, Ibadan

Tribute to Late Presiding Elder James Okunade Adetoyinbo
By Elder J. O. SHODEINDE’s Family

With a deeply heavy, yet grateful heart, I stand to honour the life of a true servant of God—Late Presiding Elder James Okunade Adetoyinbo.

He was a man of quiet strength, deep faith, and uncommon humility. A father, a mentor, and a pillar in the household of God, whose life consistently reflected the grace he professed.

Until his last breath, he remained steadfast in service. As the Maiden Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Church’s Nursery and Primary School, he led with wisdom, integrity, and genuine love for the future of God’s children. I count it a rare privilege to have served under his leadership as Vice Chairman, learning from his example of selfless service and godly character.

Though our hearts are burdened with sorrow, we are comforted by the assurance that he has finished well and now rests in the Lord.

“He has fought a good fight, and has finished his course, He has kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7

Sir, your labour was not in vain. Your legacy lives on.

May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

Elder J O Shodeinde for the Shodeinde’s family

We are grateful for the life grandpa lived and the impact he made. May his soul rest in perfect peace. He will always be remembered and deeply missed.

Thank you Grandpa for constantly looking out for me and my siblings.
Continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord.

Egbon mi,why so soon,I searched I couldn't find,I whispered no signal,I called no response,you left me without notice,the void you left will be difficult to fill,...."omo ojubanire ore o menu,sasa eniyan lo nfeni leyin bi a ko si nile,taja,teran,lo nfeni loju eni" SUN REE O...omo Obalosun.

TRIBUTE TO OUR BELOVED LATE PRESIDING ELDERJAMES OKUNADE ADETOTINBO

On behalf of The Apostolic Church, Odo Ona Elewe Assembly, Ibadan, we honour the life and legacy of our dearly beloved, Late Presiding Elder James Okunade Adetoyinbo.

Baba was a devoted servant of God who led with humility, faith, and unwavering commitment. He served not only as a spiritual father to many but also as the first leader of TACN Odo Ayo Assembly, Ibadan. He laid a solid foundation of faith and unity that continues to be a blessing to the Church today.
He was a lover of children hence he was appointed as the maiden Chairman Board of governor for the TACN Odo Ona Elewe nursery and primary School named “GLORIOUS VISION NURSERY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL ODO ONA ELEWE”. The post he held till his last breath.

His life of prayer, wisdom, and selfless service remains an inspiration to us all. Though we mourn his passing, we are comforted by the assurance that he has gone to rest with the Lord.

We pray that God grants his family and the entire body of Christ  the fortitude to bear the irreparable  loss.

Adieu, faithful servant of God. Rest in perfect peace.

Signed,

Pastor Z.I.O Akinde

Odo Ona Elewe District Apostle

Although i did not know grandpa for a long time, the time I spent with him was always full of care. Everytime he called, he’d ask after me and my siblings without fail. He used to call me ‘Big man’
Rest on grandpa, you will be sorely missed.

Thank you Uncle for everything.I will miss you dearly.

This is a highly devastating heartfelt tribute for my dear friend spanning over four decades......Elder James Okunade Adetoyinbo, who slept in the Lord in LONDON, recently.

James was someone whose life was nothing short of extraordinary. His way of life is encompassed with transparent honesty

For over four decades, you walked this earth as a living testimony of strength, resilience, and divine grace. Your journey was marked by moments that would have broken many, yet you rose above them all in ways that inspired everyone who knew you.

In 1984, when you fell from a six-storey building while on duty at Cocoa industry, Ede, many thought it was the end—but you stood up again. In 2005, when about six armed robbers shot you in your own produce store, in Ipetu, you fought through the pain and survived what seemed impossible. The hihgly dreaded COVID 19 PANDEMIC effort to silent you was an effort in futility as you came out of the ailment unhurt. Even a terrible car accident could not take you away. Time and again, you defied the odds, proving that your life was preserved for a purpose.
You were more than a survivor—you were a symbol of courage, a man whose story reminded us all that life is precious and that every day is a gift.
That is why it feels so difficult, almost unbelievable, that after overcoming so many life-threatening trials, it was an illness that quietly took you from us, far away in the UK. It doesn’t seem fair, and it’s hard to understand. Why do you succumb to death this time, around?? We undoubtedly believe that it's only Almight God that gives lives and causes death as He wishes.

But even in this pain, we hold on to the truth that your life was impactful, meaningful, and deeply inspiring. You did not just live—you overcame. You did not just exist—you left a legacy.
We will remember your strength, your perseverance, and the countless ways your story touched our lives. Though you are no longer with us, your memory will continue to live on in our hearts.
Rest well, my dear friend.... aka PA JIMOH Your journey was truly remarkable, and you will never be forgotten.

Waoh!! When I saw you some days before going to United Kingdom you were hail and hearty,I never envisaged that will be the last time,we'd see.Adieu, Daddy Adetoyinbo,see you at the latter days at the foot of our Lord Jesus Christ.Rest in peace.

We were brothers in every facet. He was generous when it comes to impacting on lives of people around him.We were both ordained as elders in The Apostolic Church the same day and functioning to the best of God's grace upon us. Indeed he was a good father to his children and helpful to families no doubt. I just hope that ultimately we meet again at the feet of our Lord Jesus Christ at the appointed time. Rest on brother. Adieu!!!

Tribute to my father in the Lord:
Though my heart aches with your passing, I find comfort in knowing you have fought the good fight, finished the race, and are resting at the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
ODÒ-ONA ELÉWÉ DISTRICT TACN will never forget you. May your soul rest in peace, my Elder.

All glory and thanks to God for His all He has done
It's not been easy writing this but whether we like it or not it has happened
You have been an humble and accommodating person to me and my family, You took us as part of your family since your daughter introduced us to you
You w always call and ask after all of us, you never see us as younger but like family, almost prostrating when greeting!You amazed me!
Your granddaughters Omolola and fehintola will miss your call and visit but who are we to question the Almighty God!He giveth and taketh may his name be praised forever
We thank God for your life and to everyone left behind to mourn especially your children,God will be with them and make His face shine upon them
Sleep on Grandpa Adetoyinbo till resurrection morning,we love you but God loves you most
Segun and Felicia Oluwa (Omolola's grandma)

Presiding Elder James Adetoyinbo you always called me Princess or Evangelist. Daddy, we thank God for the beautiful life you lived. You fought a good fight, you finished your race with honor. We pray that the Lord grants you eternal rest and comforts all of us you left behind. Sleep on in the bosom of the Lord.
Mo ranti wipe e ba mi soro ni January te so fun mi wipe e wa ni UK ti mo nso fun yin wipe e fara mo awon omo yin pelu erin ati ayo mi
o mo wipe o dabo niyen daddyOluwaseyi, o daro o😭😭😭

*TRIBUTE TO MY BROTHER, FRIEND AND CONFIDANT, PRESIDING ELDER JAMES OKUNADE.ADETOYINBO.*

James, as I fondly called you. Your death is a *A BIG BLOW* to me and the entire Obalosun Adetoyinbo Descendants..

God used you as a *CONNECTING ROD* in our family. Your life touched and impacted positively on every member of the family. Your joviality, your love, your kindness, your good brotherly and fatherly advice, your compassion for good future for all, without discrimination and your wisdom in the organisation of the family, your daily rounds of telephone calls to family members, your personal visits, where necessary, all these cannot be forgotten.
Your strength and resilience, faith, with service to Almighty God, which were sources of inspiration to me personally, will forever be remembered. We are already missing you for all these. *You are indeed a great man in the family*

Seing you beside/behind me on personal, family and general matters always gave me the confidence and courage that things will go well as desired. *But where are you now for this support? You left me suddenly without you bothering to say goodbye. Your death has created a deep gorge in me and the entire family*. I am praying that God in His infinite mercies will fill up *the great vacuum* for us in Jesus Name, amen.

At this juncture, I remember the Scripture passage that says *"freely it is given and freely it is taken away, glory be unto His Holy Name"* this is my consolation that it is because God Almighty loves you better than we do, reason He has taken you away freely from us at this time. May His Name be glorified and May He Himself console and comfort all of us at this time of our grief and pain. May He raise up a better replacement for us in the family in Jesus Name, amen.

*James, my brother, my friend and my confidant, continue to rest on in the bosom of your LORD till we meet to part no more.*

*James Okunade, Omo Adedunni, Baba Onikoko, Omo Obalosun Adetoyinbo, sun re oo.*

*Elder Michael Ademola Adetoyinbo*

Death is a debt that must be paid by all humans. Even with the realisation of the foregoing, the departure of my dear friend and brother, Presiding Elder James Okunade Adetoyinbo still felt unusual, sudden and sad. However, I still thank God for your life and times. Your warmth, counsel and support cannot be forgotten. Things have not remained the same since the departure of your wife but you still found courage to move on. Our last conversation did not foretell the present reality. I know you to be a good husband, father and dependable ally. May God rest your soul and comfort the family you left behind.

Today, my heart is heavy as I say goodbye to a dear friend (Elder James okunade Adetoyinbo) who was more like a brother—whom I have had the privilege of knowing for over 40 years.
Losing you this morning has left a space that words can hardly fill.You would have turned 70 this April, a milestone that would have been worth celebrating, just as we celebrated so many moments together over the decades. From the early days of our friendship to the countless memories we built through life and business, you were a constant source of strength, wisdom, and laughter.We shared not just work, but dreams, challenges, and victories. Through it all, your loyalty and kindness never wavered. You were a man of integrity, a dependable partner, and a true friend in every sense of the word.I will always cherish the memories we made—the conversations, the journeys, and the quiet understanding that only years of friendship can bring. Your legacy lives on in the lives you touched and the values you stood for.
To your children, friends and your entire family, please accept my deepest and most heartfelt condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the beautiful life he lived and the love he shared so freely.
Rest well James okunade, my dear friend. You will never be forgotten.

There are people who come into our lives and simply exist, and then there are those rare souls who shape who we become. You, Uncle James belong to the latter.
You have been more than an uncle to me—you have been a father figure, a guide, a steady hand in moments when I needed direction the most. Through your actions, not just your words, you taught me what it truly means to live with purpose and strength.
From you, I learned resilience—the kind that doesn’t break under pressure, but instead bends, adapts, and rises stronger. Life has not always been easy, yet you faced every challenge with courage and quiet determination. Watching you taught me that setbacks are not the end, but a call to push forward.
You showed me selflessness in its purest form. You gave without expecting anything in return, always putting others before yourself. Your sacrifices did not go unnoticed; they built a foundation of love and support that I stand on today.
And perhaps most importantly, you instilled in me a sense of doggedness—the refusal to give up, no matter how tough the road gets. You taught me to stay committed, to keep going when things seem impossible, and to believe in the power of persistence.
I am who I am today in no small part because of you. Your influence is woven into my values, my choices, and my outlook on life.
Thank you for being my mentor, my protector, and my example. Thank you for stepping into a role you didn’t have to, and for carrying it with such grace and strength.
Your impact on my life is immeasurable, and your legacy lives on in me.
With deep gratitude and love.

You finished the race well, i am so proud of you always. Sun re oooo. We miss you, Take good care of mummy 😘

Daddy was more than just a father in law to Ayoyinka, my daughter . He was her daddy. The love you extended to her was also extended to her family in general. Thank you for welcoming Ayoyinka and her family with open arms.

A man of great humility, though your pace was calm, your impact was profound. You lived a remarkable life marked by love, kindness, and strength.

Daddy would always just to find out how everyone in the family is fairing. "Awon ana mi nko?" . That was daddy for you, and I appreciate this all through the years. I will miss his humour anytime we speak on the phone, whether about the weather, the nation, or the grandchildren .

Though you are no longer with us physically, your spirit lives on in the lives of your children, grandchildren, and the lives you touched. We are grateful for the love, kindness, and memories you shared with us.

I pray that the good Lord will grant the Adetoyinbo family the strength and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. May Daddy's soul rest in peace. Amen.

Mrs Oluwatoyosi Johnston for the Johnston family.

Brother James Adetoyinbo was more than just my brother-in-law— he was someone who became family long before that title even came. He was first our neighbor, a friend of Mr. Ajayi, and also a friend to my brother, James Adewusi.

Over time, he became a brother to me when he married sister “ Oluwatoyin”, which only made what was already in our hearts official.

He carried himself like an elder even before the church recognized him as one. That’s just who he was — wise, caring, and always looking out for others.
One memory I never forget is from the early days of his relationship with sister Toyin. When he went all the way to Oshogbo to bring her home during a time that she wasn’t feeling well. He said “ I will not lose her “ For a young adult that stayed with me until today. It showed his love, his strength and how deeply he was about protecting his family.

During one of our occasional phone calls, about a month after the burial of Pa Benjamin Adewusi, Brother James shared something that truly reflected his heart “ I went to pick up my mother. She can stay with me- my wife and I will take care of her “ And he meant it. That was the kind of man he was. Someone who stepped up took responsibility without hesitation when grace permitted
I will miss our occasional phone calls. They were never long, but always meaningful. Even during COVID, he called just to chronic me and remind me to be careful. That was Brother James— Thoughtful and always looking out for others.
He lived a life of love, responsibility, and quiet strength. His presence will be deeply missed, but his example remains with us forever

What an incredible loss. It is still so hard to believe that you are no longer with us. You welcomed me into the family with open arms and a warm heart, and you truly treated me like a daughter. Over the last few months, we spent a lot of time together—bonding while watching Abejoye, playing with the girls, and listening to you share stories about Busayo growing up.

You left a positive mark on everyone you encountered. Your kindness, gratitude, and strength (even in difficult times) will always be remembered. You were such a strong presence in our lives. Hardly two days would pass without you calling to check in and make sure we were okay.

The girls will miss you dearly. Dara took the news very hard but finds comfort in knowing you are in Heaven with God. She is grateful for the times you shared your bananas with her and will always cherish your warm hugs. My heart breaks especially when I think about your bond with Tamilore. Your eyes would light up at the sight of her, and she would get so excited, reaching for your face as you sang “Tam Tam” to her. I am so thankful that we have lots of pictures and videos of you dancing with the girls. Through them, we can hold on to the sound of your voice and the beautiful memories we shared.

Continue to rest in perfect peace, Daddy. We love you always.

Baaaaa, Seyi — as I fondly call you.

Your passing was something I could never have been prepared for. Losing you has created a kind of silence I am still trying to understand, but even in the pain, my heart remains grateful — grateful to God for giving me the gift of calling you father.

Thank you for the countless sacrifices you made for my siblings and me. Thank you for your kindness, your strength, your quiet guidance, and the love you showed in ways big and small. You shaped us with your life, and the impact of your presence will remain with us forever.

I will truly miss you, Dad — your voice, your laughter, and the comfort of knowing you were always there. But I am consoled by the fact that you are now resting with the Lord.

Keep resting, my kind dad.
Your boy will always remember you, always honour you, and always carry you in his heart.

Tribute to My Father-in-Law
It is with a deep sense of loss, yet gratitude to God for a life well lived, that I pay tribute to my father-in-law.
He was a man of quiet strength, integrity, and unwavering values. His life was defined not just by what he achieved, but by how he treated people—with fairness, humility, and a strong sense of responsibility. He carried himself with dignity and led by example, leaving behind standards that are difficult to replicate.
As a father, he raised a family grounded in discipline, respect, and purpose. As a father-in-law, he was welcoming, supportive, and generous in spirit. He created an environment where one felt accepted and valued, not by words alone, but through consistent actions.
His legacy is not in material things, but in the lives he influenced, the principles he upheld, and the family he nurtured. Those values will continue to speak long after now.
While his absence leaves a gap that cannot be filled, we take comfort in knowing that his life made meaning, and his impact remains firmly embedded in all of us.
May his soul rest in perfect peace.

I am truly at a loss for words. Your passing has left a hole in our hearts that no one can fill. But above all, I thank God for you, for the life you lived and the values you built in us. You showed me selflessness, resilience, and faith in God, even to the very end.

We are grateful for the time we spent together, memories we will always hold dear. Darasimi and Tamilore miss you dearly.

Sleep on, my dear father. You are loved, you are missed, and you will always be remembered.