Oyetunde O. Omotoye
May 24, 1968 - February 14, 2018

"I love you Dad and I'll always love you "

"We are deeply saddened at the news of the passing of Tunde Omotoye. We hardly have the words to convey the depths of our sorrow. We pray for God's comfort, and strength upon every family member. We remember Mama at this time and pray God's peace on her. My sister Mrs. Ogundipe, we remember you and are mourning with you. We know that this cuts deep. But God in his infinite mercy will not abandon you. Tutu and Biodun Balogun, Cordelia and Festus Olotu, Tinley Park, IL"

"Uncle Tunde, your passing is still so hard to comprehend. There aren't enough words to express and explain the shock. Your energy was out of this world, your humility was one of a kind, your style was unique, you were a man of service. The entire ACCR will truly miss you as no one can ever take your place in our midst. Thank you for your words of encouragement. Your legacy keeps you very much alive in our hearts, all I can picture about you is that electrifying smile you always had and the funny faces you would make. You indeed left a great mark on earth and made great impact- that is a life well lived. Death has done its worse but we are consoled by the inheritance you have as a child of God which transcends death. Farewell dear Uncle and may God grant you eternal rest. I pray that God will grant Sis Pam, Jade, your family, and everyone connected to you the fortitude to bear this loss "

"Dear uncle Tunde, your death reminds me that this world is not our home.. you were a very good and fair man so the news came as a shock to us. We love you but we know that God loves you more. lessons learned, precaution taken for us all you left behind that we won't be here forever. We will miss you greatly. I pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort your loved ones, mama Pam and Jade. I can still see you smiling and your memories will forever linger on. May your soul rest in peace. Omotayo Oduola."

"Brother Tunde A Christain Did Not Die But Transition ,Reposition To The Most High With Your Creator,I Known All Angels Are Welcoming You With Funfare,I Will Always Missed You My Dearest Brother,No Matter How Youre So Busy You Always Call Me Ones In A Week From Indianapolis To Manchester Your Trebble Bass Voice,Your Word Of Encouragement Always Give Me Hope,Your Voice Echoos Always Called Me Bosun aka Baba Simbilia,Soun Gburo Mummy ,Brother Ayo,Pelu Kenny Roger,Maa Se Jeejeooo Maa Ba Enikankan Jaoo,Ranti Omo Eniti Iwo Nseooo.Olorun Mun Olododo Lo Saaju Ojo Ibi.Adieu My Dearest Brother Laaran Oorin Omo Ogboni Modulore Reereeniakun Am Seriously Crying Now The Last Time You Call Me You Said Youre Traveling To Lagos,Oooh Lord Why Why Why Youre Unquestionable God.Good Night My Dearest Brother From Mobolaji Olatunbosun Oladoyin aka Baba Simbilia Your Little Boy As You Always Called Me"

"My dearest uncle Tunde ,words can not express how much I am going to miss you I can hear you shouting now ... iya Ibadan... or what's up roach and I'll always respond nothing blad head lol no one would understand this joke but us. I'm so deeply humbled and grateful to have came across such a caring person from day one I moved to Indy you was always there you have Always been a important person in the Ojeade family I always tell akin how would we have made it? or what would we have done without uncle Tunde ? you took me and my husband under your wing and treated us like family helping us through marriage issues life issues and just guiding us on this Journey called life. uncle Tunde I will forever cherish the time I had with you I'm gonna miss your smiling face your caring heart and the funny text messages we use to send to each other.The last time we talked you was so happy to hear we was having a boy your prince you called him we had a fun time laughing and joking that day you and Mama Pam will always be dear to my heart. As hard as it is to say this I'll end this with a farewell for now rest peacefully in heaven uncle Tunde we love and miss you deeply it's not gonna be the same without you but I know you would want us to be strong and hold each other up for Mama Pam and jade and where gonna do just that. Hugs and kisses my blad head. The Ojeade family Akintoye Toyeon Tristan ??"

"How in the Lord's name did we even get here? I am so clueless and speechless! We spent the last couple of weeks together; having a great time while on vacation. The twins (Jibola and Teniola) will knock on your door every morning to play and laugh with you. You called them "Ugandan and Nigerian bush man" and they both called you "Ibadan and Nigerian bush man". We sat outside the house for early morning fresh air and listen to your life lessons, advise and lecture. You were filled with life and hope for a better tomorrow. Jimi Adeola made fun of you and vice versa and the drama was always interesting to watch. Even friends came over to hang around you and Jimi because of the subtle yet gentle display of comedy you always engaged and displayed. We planned for your 50th birthday in grand style. You always mentioned "If the Lord willeth" the birthday will come to pass in grand style; you recognized that God was the owner of your soul even as we planned for the great day. We will gather each evening for a special dinner and you will often take off regardless of the menu to Video talk to your amiable wife "Lady Pamela" each time she called. You shared your great moments with her, we laughed on the video call and the smiles from that phone call radiated around everyone. You were 100% faithful to her and you shared the joy of loving and returning to her. You were all around and all over doing good to everyone and impacting every life. We sang praise songs and prayed together Sunday night at the FOH Men's fellowship meeting. We texted back and forth on Wednesday just a few hours before you left this world. I told you how lucky we were to have escaped a plane malfunction from the same route we traveled. The last word you said to me in your gentle voice was "Iku o le pa wa lagbara O'loun" meaning "death cannot overshadow us in the name of Christ". How then did we get here big brother??????? Did you know or foresee any of these? I am still wailing in shock and extra ordinarily confused. No one can fill the void you have left, No one. But I know for a fact that Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His servant. For I am not to mourn you like an unbeliever who has no hope. My hope is in the name of the Lord; the one who is NOT answerable to any man. The strife is over and the battle is done, the powers of death have done their worst, But Christ has destroyed the powers and sting of death, the song of triumph and shout of holy outburst has begun - Alleluia! God is the Creator, the Giver of life. From Him we received life and to Him we shall one day return it for there is none and there never will be any like unto our God. The evil one is dragged to destruction and hope is given to the righteous. Your Hope "The crown of Glory" is yours forever. Amen. Tobi Fagbamiye My CEO, My president (As you always called me). Now you are my CEO and my President. Till we meet, Rest on the Lord's shoulder. "

"Broda mi Tunde, you were a rare gem, a great cousin! You made life loveliEr & liveliEr!! May the Almighty God Comfort Pam & Jade, the Omotoyes, relatives, and friends for your departure because I know you're in a better place. Olubunmi Oladapo( The Oladoyins)"

"You will be missed dearly. Thank you for being such a great Godfather to Adele. It seemed like it was just the other day we saw you, Pam and Jade. My prayers to your family. Rest In Peace Tunde. Charmaine, Adebisi and Adele "

"Tunde, You were one cool cat. There are few people that we encounter, every day, that make you smile. You were one of those light-hearted and gentle souls that had a true "presence" about you. Gravitational, fun, interesting. I was shocked to hear of your passing, and I guess you never know when the last time might be that you'll see someone. I wish I could've seen you one more. My heart goes out to your family and friends - but it's good to know God picks his flowers, and they're beautiful. "

"May God Almighty grant your soul eternal rest.God will comfort and console the family your left behind.Dr.Felix Olowosule.HMB.Kogi Stat.Nigeria"

"Oh death,where is thy sting! Thanking God for the life Bro Oyetunde Omotoye lived..Remembering your passion for Christ, the Church and Fountain of Hope Society....May your soul rest in peace Amen (Sis Tosin Adebowale FOH 52 NG) "

"Oh death,where is thy sting! Thanking God for the life Bro Oyetunde Omotoye lived..Remembering your passion for Christ, the Church and Fountain of Hope Society....May your soul rest in peace Amen (Sis Tosin Adebowale FOH 52 NG) "

"Tunde, you will be missed. Praying for your family during this time. "

"You will be greatly missed Tunde. I loved your quiet, gentle spirit and your friendly smile. Rest well good and faithful servant! Staci Adams"

"IKU ALUBUNTU, AKIKANJU IGBEHIN AKONI( TRIBUTE OMOT) Iku! Iku!! Iku !!! Iku a pa eni a npe laye Iku a tun pa eni to n pe eni Iku ti I pa Ode t'apo t'apo Iku yi I kan na ni I pa Agbe t'oun t'isu re l'orun Ebe Iku Alubuntu, kowa n giwa Dakun mase yomi sese nipa Orun Gbogbo wa la n bo nibe Bi mo ba ranti Iku Se ni ominu a ko mi sere-sere Bi mo ba ranti Alubuntu, Aya mi a la gaara ga Tori ojo a ku, sebi ohun la a dere Omo Eniyan kan o sunwon laaye Awaye e ku kan o si laye Orun nikan ni Aremobo Gbogbo Arun lo loogun, a ko ti I ri ti Olojo rara. Iku, Iku, Iku Alubuntu Iku! Iku!! Iku!!! Sebi iwo ni Ayokele pani, Amu Orere dani Iku, L'ayara pani, pelu Olugbondoro nla Aimo Eni mojo Owo l'aye, lo mojo iku o jare Orun dee de, dakun f'iye denu Gbogbo wa lan bo, bi asiko eni ba ti ko Oyetunde omo Omotoye Oga, Akoni Araba laarin awa Lagelite 84 Bi o ba dele, bawon ki-won N'ile Nla Bi e ba d'ona, e bawa k'ero ni Irona E Mase bawon j'okunrun, e mase je ekolo Gbogbo ohun won ba n je L'Ajule Orun, ni ke e ma a j'o je Bi e de Orun Aremabo, ki e jowo bawon se Orun rere Sugbon boju wehin wo, ki a jo t'ebi se Boju wehin o, Oyetunde Iji, b'awon t'ara se Tori Oku Olomo kan, ki I bawon sun asun-piye e....... Bi Ode ba ku, Ode a fi Ire-moje d'aro Ode Akoni n'ile Bi Agba Awo ba wo Ka a ile sun, Egbe won a sun Iyere-osun A ki I sunkun d'Aro Ode Akoni, n'Ife Ooye A ki I f'Omije oju S'Ogbere Akikanju Eni n'Ife Oodaye Eniyan to n gbele to jin, lo n pa oku mo Akaso leri sunkun, ara riro lasan ni tiwon......... ........Imoran Atata mi fun mutu-muwa Lagelite patapata E je ka wamo-kunmo , ta o fi wagbo dakun, fun Iku Odo E j'eka mojuto Eto Ilera Ara gbogbo wa patapata Tori Ilera l'Oro pataki Eda laye, laaye ati laaye wa Oro die bayi I nko, won lo to fun Ologbon gbogbo wa Ti won ba beere wipe Ta lo n f'Ohun daro Akoni Ogun lagbo o wa E so fun won wipe Omokehindegbegbon ni i Emi lomo Ajisunwon, ba won ji l'ala Oso Omo Agboola, ti I f'ojo gbogbo dara bi Egbin Adigun Omokehinde, Dokita-Noosi-Akewi Lohun f'Oro Ijinle si Apoti Imo!!!............ Ojo Iru Eyi a jinna si Ara won o L'Oruko Olodumare, Oba Aji-pojo-iku-da TO GOD ALMIGHTY BE ALL THE GLORY AND HONOUR DR. ADIGUN KEHINDE SRN, MBBS(Ib.),FWACP(FM), MSc.(C.Path) CONSULTANT FAMILY PHYSICIAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE HOSPITAL IBADAN , NIGERIA(08035140299) "

"DEATH, COURAGEOUS HERE-AFTER OF A GREAT MIND(TRIBUTE TO OMOT) Death! Death!! Oh Death!!! Death, that Ultimate end of whom we are Calling As well as the untimely stop to the Life of the Caller himself Death, killer of the Hunter , with his Hunting bag Death, you, Killer of the Great farmer, not minding his yam in the Heap Death, Alubuntu, kowa n Giwa (Hausa) Never make jest of whoever goes beyond now, my friend For All, I mean all of us will soon join such a Soul, later or sooner Oh Death!, when I remember you I am full of Trepidations At the very thought of Alubuntu reality, my heart miss a beat For is it not when we die, that we becomes a Celebrated Statue? Or which Man, in Life-a-living, ever eulogized Very Great! Hun un! Has there been anybody that will not taste this Great Transition Only Heavens, is a solo Journey of no-return All illness full of variable remedies, none available for Olojo Death! Death!! Oh Death Alubuntu Death! Death!! Death!!! Death!, that slow transitory pathway through Chronic ailments Death!, A sudden snap-shot package, using an unknown Heavy Club Whoever knows the Very day of Good trade, knower of Day of Death Oh yeah Heavens! Relax, and be patient For All have a date with you, sooner or later At the very unique Appointed time(for each soul), of Our Lord Omotunde Omotoye, the very Great mind of Lagelite 84 When you get Home, greet those at Home very well If still on a journey, do treat the passers-by, with good Courtesy Never join them to eat worm, neither must you eat any insect, anyhow Whatever good they eat Hereafter, join them in eating such a Thing However, do look back, my Man, and keep tab on your family My very bosom colleague, do look back, Akanbi Iji, over we your friends and allies For I remind you, Any productive family Man, never sleep, the sleep of Asun-piye When a Hunter dies, Is it not Ire-moje we do for his repose! So also is it, that at the demise of Awo Agbalagba, we use Iyere, to send him forth Within the confines of Ife Ooye, nobody cries at the exit of a Great Soul At Ife Oodaye, tears must never be seen when mourning Akoni Alagbara At this stage, someone digging the Grave(for the dead), great Soul to eulogise The crying mortal minds, only subjects of continuous pains(physical/spiritual) Can't we All Lagelites 84 specifically, be remorseful and reflects On ways of stopping this incessant Sudden death and its consequences Let us All takes our Health screening serious; and accord it important priority For Health is Wealth, for us to live a Life with Good Quality of Life indices A small word; so so Enough, for the Wiser All Lagelites in general Wondering aloud about this very Very voice renditions..... Using Words creatively Eulogising our falling Hero of Note Tell them, it's the Voice of Omokehindegbegbon The Unique Son of Ajisunwon, Ajilala-oso Son of Agboola Alajiki, always as beautiful as a young Antelope Adigun Omokehinde, that Doctor-Nurse- Poet Using the Deeper Reflective Sound Extra-ordinaire In opening forth, the Deeper box of Knowledge May the Lord spare the Very Life of us All remaining In the Name of Olodumare; Oba Aji-pojo-iku-da TO GOD BE ALL THE HONOUR AND GLORY DR. ADIGUN KEHINDE SRN, MBBS(Ib.),FWACP(FM), MSc.(C.Path) CONSULTANT FAMILY PHYSICIAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE HOSPITAL IBADAN , NIGERIA(08035140299) "

"Tunneh-neh, my one and only baby brother,words cannot describe how I'm gonna miss you.You were the life of the party and never a dull moment when you were around.I take solace in the scripture that says the righteous perish,and no one takes it to heart, the devout are taken away,and no one understands that the righteous are taken away to be spared from evil."

"Olusayo Adewale. Bro Tunde, I am short of words, my consolation is in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 sun re o egbon mi atata."

"Angela Okyere O weary heart, there is a home, Beyond the reach of toil and care; A home where changes never come: Who would not fain be resting there Indeed Mr. Tunde you have been called to the call of Glory! May the Great God of Comfort and the Peace of God which surpasses all Understanding comfort your Wife and Family Always. REST WELL!!"

"Uncle Tunde, Words cannot express how devastated we are that you are no longer with us. It is really painful. We are consoled by the fact that you were a great person while you were with us. You left a legacy. Everyone I talk to says the same thing: you were so kind, loving, fun, always caring and your brother's keeper. I still remember the days the IU/Eskenazi/ACCR crew would get together for lunch and how fun you made it. Rest well with the Lord, Uncle. I pray that He will always watch over Sis Pam, Jade and your loved ones. Rest in Peace. Sis Pam, Jade, know that Uncle T was a great man. He was loved. We love you and are praying for you. May He envelope you in His arms and heal your pain. "

"Ilabe. You were more than a friend. You were my brother. I am still in shock. You are the last person I would have ever thought would leave us this soon but I thank God for the opportunity to have shared so many memories with you. I will miss your humor, candid advice, honesty and our frequent random conversations. Tunde, I ask God why he took you away so soon but only he knows best. It feels like a bad dream that I can't wake up from. I pray that God almighty will console and comfort us all. Until we meet again, your memory will live on. Yemi Fatoki ("Agba Yemo")"

"Tunde was my co-worker and my neighbor, and I always enjoyed working with and talking to him. He was a gentle soul, and we will miss him so much! Nina Brahm"

"I find myself at a loss for words as to how best express my sympathy. Please know that if there is anything I can do to lighten your sorrow, I'm already waiting for your call. "

"I was shocked and still can't believe you left too soon. I remember meeting you at West 38th during my clinical rotation and when you attended my husband birthday. you will be greatly missed . I pray the Lord will comfort, uphold and grant your loving wife and your dearest daughter peace. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Ola Fajana RN"

"I have now come to terms that you have indeed gone to glory. The thoughts of the time we spent together in Basorun and living in the same room in Lagos after the youth service before you left for the states. I just couldn't help but kept asking myself, why now. Although gone yet not forgotten, although we are apart, your memory lives within me, forever in my heart. You have left your footprints on the sands of time, I am at a loss for words, and don't know what to say. My only prayer at this point in time is that the love and mercy of our Lord be bestowed upon you and the family you left behind during this unfortunate time. My most sincere condolences, Omotunde. It is well!!. Olajide Jolugbo"

"Tunde; This is so unbelievable to bare. I will continue to pray for your family. This is so much of a shock, you was the best manager someone could ever ask for. You will be truly missed. I will not say bye it's see you later. Rest on my dear friend. It just is not the same not seeing you glide through the clinic, telling me to do some work with that little smirk on your face with your head bowed. O Mr. Tunde I am going to truly miss your humor. Rest on my dear friend/ manager.. Vanessa J. "

"Bros T, I really can't believe you are gone. I keep opening the two Words With Friends games we had going hoping that something will change. You were truly your brother's keeper and a leader of men. You loved your family and friends and they loved you back. You were fair, fun to hang out with, funny, hard working, down to earth, open, God fearing, all in all a wonderful example for your aburos. You may be gone but you leave a lasting legacy of touched lives. I always looked up to you and I'm grateful to have had you as a brother. Rest in perfect peace bro! Fountaaaain! "

" Tunde loved his school mates at Lagelu Grammar School, Ibadan. He initiated 1984 set WhatsApp Group that reunited many of us after many years of separation. Tunde, a true son of Omotoye left a good name. May the Almighty comfort the family. Amen."

"To his wonderful wife and family you have my condolences, I will continue praying for you and family for the Lord to comfort and strengthen you during this time of sorry...He will be missed ..may his soul rest in peace.. Love always . .."

"Tunde, you will be greatly missed. May the Lord continue to comfort the family and friends you left behind. It will be hard to get over your very sudden departure from the scene down here. May your soul continue to rest in peace. "

"Omotunde, You are the master connector but alas you were planning to disconnect from us all!!! You are the Don of LIFE , yet you didn't enjoy LIFE to your old age !!!!! You are the moving spirit behind little boys of yonder getting to see each other again but alas your spirit was bidding us bye bye. You were forever reconciling mates behind the scenes , not knowing you won't be on the scene for long!!! You kept encouraging us all. May your soul find eternal encouragement in the Lord's Bosom. May all that you left behind find comfort and Peace indescribable in the shadow of the Almighty. May your dreams for your children be accomplished not by might, power but by the spirit of the Lord. May your spirit watch over the Class of 84 . You were truly amazing . I thank God for the opportunity of seeing you one more time before your translation to the Great beyond. I have lost friends to the cruel hands of death but yours is still the most shocking and numbing. Adieu once more "Don" Omotunde Omotoye . We just have to meet in the afterlife."

"RIP brother . Heaven is definitely aglow because of you. You touched and impacted everyone you met in your own special way. We still feel your vitality even in death . You're a prime example of when people say their loved one is not dead but just translated unto glory. All you did was to exchange earthly robes for a heavenly one . Once again RIP the DON of LIFE Muyiwa Alabi"

"We had a long conversation last December. We talked about our school project and other sundry issues. You announced you would visit Nigeria in January and asked me to prepare for your 50th birthday in May. Alas! It would be our last conversation. I don't know what happened to you, Tunde, but this is very hard to take. I am so confused right now. I have fond memories of our time in Lagelu; our love for comics, those pranks, football and Rev Arotiba's wahala. May God accept your soul and take care of those you left behind. Goodnight, Omo oga. Rotimi L. Oyekanmi"

"Dearest Omo oga! Words fail me whenever I remember you are no more. You truly reconnected quite a number of our friends for a good course. Glory be to God that you witnessed the successes of some of those laudable projects. Perfect submission, all is at rest with you. Your memory will linger forever with some of us. Sleep on at the bossom of the Lord. Gbenga Adeoye(Lagos, Nigeria)"

"Straight trees do not last in the forest, so the Yorubas say. Tunde was a straight tree if ever there was one. Selfless, generous with his time and talent he made the world more beautiful everywhere he went. Heaven has recalled an angel home. Tunde, rest in the peace of the Lord your God. To live in the hearts of those you love is not to die, you live on in our hearts. Thank you for the beauty you brought to our world. Till the resurrection day Your friend Tunde Tayo"

"Straight trees do not last in the forest, so the Yorubas say. Tunde was a straight tree if ever there was one. Selfless, generous with his time and talent he made the world more beautiful everywhere he went. Heaven has recalled an angel home. Tunde, rest in the peace of the Lord your God. To live in the hearts of those you love is not to die, you live on in our hearts. Thank you for the beauty you brought to our world. Till the resurrection day Your friend Tunde Tayo"

"OmoT, that was how I call you. You were a brother and a good friend. It is still a dream to me because we were together just 15 days ago when we said catchya to each other in Lagos. OmoT, you came, saw and conquered. You did your best to everyone you met, there was never a dull moment with you even from our university days. No matter how we love you here, God loves you more and that is why he has called you. Sleep in eternal rest with your maker till we meet to part no more. Adieu oree mi. To the family, may the good Lord grant all the fortitude to bear this loss. It is well in Jesus mighty name amen. Vasco, Lagos"

"OmoT, that was how I call you. You were a brother and a good friend. It is still a dream to me because we were together just 15 days ago when we said catchya to each other in Lagos. OmoT, you came, saw and conquered. You did your best to everyone you met, there was never a dull moment with you even from our university days. No matter how we love you here, God loves you more and that is why he has called you. Sleep in eternal rest with your maker till we meet to part no more. Adieu oree mi. To the family, may the good Lord grant all the fortitude to bear this loss. It is well in Jesus mighty name amen. Vasco, Lagos"

"Tunde, OmoT. Omo Ooga! Sun ree o! I am going to miss u, your call and discussions. God knows the best. Thank God and you for being a wondetful friend and brother.. May everlasting Christ continue to be with your family. Amen. Kola Adebiyi (Pittsburgh,PA) "

"I am surely going to miss you my beloved brother. Rest in the bossom of the lord . May your soul continue to rest in peace. "

"I am still shocked that Tunde is gone. Though the music has stopped but the memory will forever linger on. Tunne ! Omo baba God ! Sun re o . I will forever miss you , kolapo "iree""

"I was totally shocked, and at a loss for words, to hear my Brother had slipped away, on last Wednesday I had just spent time with him, just hours before. He was excited as always, telling me about his Family, and his trip back home. "Tunde" and I connected immediately, when we met just months ago, and I was really excited, and couldn't wait for him to return to work and talk about his trip back to Nigeria. I really Thank God for placing this Brother, in my life, even for the for the brief we spent. To the Family- I know your hearts are heavy, sadden, and even burdened right now but, I want to encourage you to look to: Trust in the Lord, with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding, in all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths Prov. 3:5-6 "

"ANGELA, O Oh Mr. Tunde, Words cannot express how devastated your Absence has brought to the employees here at W.38 including myself. I sit in Awe wondering how and why u left so soon without telling anyone of your sudden approaching demise. With your gentle character and humility, I can say that you have indeed fought a good fight and your reward lies ahead of you. May you sleep in Heavenly Peace until we meet again! Fare thee well Mr. Tunde!"

"Oyetunde Olushola Omotoye....Ayinla you are gone too soon. There is no getting over you only God can help our family. We still don't believe it Tunde your humble and gentle spirit lives on. You add positive energy to anywhere you go and you have never met a stranger....you are always willing to help everyone. How can anyone not like my brother but God knows best. It is not supposed to be this way. You are supposed to write about me Rest in Peace my little brother. I love you forever. Boye Omotoye "

"Your Joy and laughter will be forever remembered my friend?Rest on in Christ... A. Scott RN"