Our Beloved Grandpa

A Tribute to Our Beloved Grandpa With heavy hearts and deep gratitude, we, the Abolarin Family, pause to honour the life of a rare and extraordinary man, our dear Grandpa. Heaven has gained a faithful servant, but we have lost a pillar, a covering, and a true gem whose love shaped us in ways words can scarcely capture. Grandpa was kindness personified. He did not merely tolerate our presence; he welcomed us as his very own children. In his home and in his heart, we were never visitors, we were family. That acceptance gave us a profound sense of belonging and made us feel deeply, unshakably loved. He was a man of prayer. Time and again he stood in the gap for us, lifting our names before God with quiet faithfulness. When sickness came, his love became even more visible. He would visit repeatedly, checking on us, encouraging us, and remaining present until we fully recovered. His concern was not occasional; it was consistent, patient, and full of genuine care. Beyond his tenderness, Grandpa carried a deep well of wisdom. His words were never empty. From the rich deposits of his meditations and inspirations came wise nuggets, thoughtful counsel, and clear, expository insight that spoke to nearly every area of our lives and life as a whole. He had a gift for illuminating truth and offering guidance that stayed with us long after the conversation ended. His kind affection touched every subject that mattered, and his example taught us what it truly means to be a blessed man, one whose life overflows with grace, strength, and quiet integrity. Though he is no longer with us in body, the bond of love he expressed will outlive him. It lives on in the memories we treasure, in the prayers he prayed over us, in the wisdom he deposited, and in the way he made us feel seen, valued, and cherished. Grandpa’s life was a living testimony of faithfulness, and we are forever grateful that God allowed us to call him ours. Rest well, dear Grandpa. You were a rare gem to the Abolarin Family, and your legacy of love, prayer, and wisdom will continue to light our path. With everlasting love and honour, The Abolarin Family.

“He taught me Grandpa taught us Love, family bonding, prayers and life ethics.”