Funeral outing of Onpetu Prince, Joseph Adegbola Aderinto, in photos

Funeral outing of Onpetu Prince, Joseph Adegbola Aderinto, in photos

Khalid ABRAHAM

Late Prince Joseph Adegbola Aderinto

Family and friends gathered Friday July 25 to celebrate a prince of Onpetu Ijeru Royal House, Pa Joseph Adegbola Aderinto, who died on July 22, 2022 at the age of 88. He was born in 1934.

Prince Aderinto was survived by wife, children, grandchildren and other relatives.

A devoted Christian, he served in many capacities as a member of Ayegun Baptist Church, Ogbomoso, Oyo state. A building contractor and farmer, he made indelible mark through philanthropic activities, community development and in other spheres.

In a sermon, titled, “Celebrating God’s faithfulness to mankind,” Rev’d Dr Paul Olaleye, noted God is ever faithful to mankind admonishing the precepts of God should be adhered to always and to avoid reveling in the circle of sinners.

“We must know God can never change and we must acknowledge His faithfulness to us. We must be wary of where we belong to. Let’s be careful with who we associate with. Sinners are everywhere – home, place of work. God will never abandon the righteous.”

Rev’d Dr Paul Olaleye

Rev’d Olaleye further charged, “Commandments of God should not be taken with levity. We must celebrate God who is taking care of us. Be faithful to God as He is to us.”

In a tribute, Aderounmu Ojo Aderinto, a son, eulogized the deceased as a good, caring father who persistently encouraged his children and others to pursue success and be better version of themselves.

Aderounmu Aderinto

“My father, you were so loving and caring, your demise was a great shock to me that I can hardly come to its realty but I have the conviction that a time is when we shall meet to part no more at the feet of our Lord Jesus Christ. Your love for God and humanity cannot be over emphasized. You know God, and you served him, you have nurtured and encouraged me to grow into the person I am today, your patience, kindness, and generosity have inspired me to be better person, and I strive every day to make you proud. Thank you for your sacrifices, your concern, your love and everything that you have done for us. I will be forever grateful and thankful my father. Rest on baba mi, Adegbola Aremu, abiamo tooto.”

Likewise, Mrs. Bose Funmilade Aderinto, daughter-in-law, wrote, “I stand with a heart full of gratitude and love to honor my lovely father in law. A man whose gentle hands and boundless heart shaped the lives of all who knew him. Your wisdom, patience and kindness filled our home with shining light. You taught me strength through gentleness and courage through compassion. Baba Oke Alapata, as I used to always call you, you were so wonderful father to me, what a rare gem you were! Papa, you have been a wonderful person ever since the time we were together with my family in your house at Oke Alapata. You have lived an exemplary life. You have served several souls with your generosity.

Bose Aderinto

“Your memories will forever be my guide, your love a beacon of light in my darkest days. When I remember your laughter and the way your presence made everything feel better. Grandpa, thank you for everything. Baba Adegbola, you were calm, cool and gentle with your smiling face. Rest in peace.”

Guests were later entertained sumptuously at the playground of Ogbomoso High School.

Note: This story is sponsored by Aderounmu Ojo Aderinto