Tribute to Dad Your life on earth was a life fulfilled as a man, a husband, a father, grandfather, a teacher, a deacon, and a leader. As a husband, you were there for Mama, the love of your life whom you now have left to carry on your legacy because you have completed your journey on earth. As a father, you loved and cared for all your children and gave us food, shelter, drink, words of wisdom, sent us to school and taught us to be who we wanted to be. You touched our lives in so many ways with the things you did and said each and every day. As a grandfather, you provided the new generation (grand-children) with an everlasting link to their past history, as well as an obvious hope and aspiration for the future. When things in their lives seemed to go wrong, you would come along tell them to hold their chins high, and that things would be fine. When things were rough, you would tell them to get tough but always to have compassion and to live life with a passion. As a teacher, you imparted knowledge to your students, family, or friends. You taught us wrong from right; to fight the good fight and in life to take delight. As a deacon, you imparted the words of God to us. You taught us to treat others the way we would like to be treated and to put God first in everything that we do. You were a true man of God, who faithfully followed the laws of the God in a joyful way. I admired how you taught us daily to seek God’s guidance on many issues. You taught us to have unflinching faith and trust in God’s word and that all of our prayers will be answered according to the ultimate will of God As a leader, you led with vision and mission. Your leadership paved the way for us. It was also your vision to educate all of your children; you gave us encouragement and hope. You set a great example in everything that you did. You were fair, honest, hardworking, and strong. I will not say good-bye just because you have died. I will say that I am going to miss you. Dad, your role on earth has been fulfilled, productive and touching. Your son Adedapo John Aderinto Dad, you are truly missed. Everyone who came in contact with you adored you. I remember you as a praying man, who feared GOD. I always felt that when I spoke with you I was taking a closer walk with a servant of GOD. Although, it makes me sad to know that you are no longer with us, you are in a better place. To be absent from the body is to be present with GOD. I love and Miss You, Your daughter-in-law Martha Aderinto Tribute to Grandfather When a great man dies, it is not necessary to weep for his soul, for his soul has done what is necessary to return to God. My grandfather was one of those great men, who taught me what it means to bear the name “Aderinto” His wisdom has guided my actions, his determination has taught me to work hard in everything I apply myself to, while his sacrifice has taught me to protect those who are not ready to take on a heavy burden. I hope that I may live in your example throughout my life. This is the last letter that I will get to write to you, but I know that you will be watching over me and all those you loved until we meet you in heaven. We will all miss you greatly. Your grandson Isaac Courtney Aderinto Tribute to My Grandfather Your death was a great shock to our family. We were hurt so much when we heard the sad news of your demise. I remembered your smile and you always encouraged me to do well in school to excel. You have always stood as a pillar of Christian faith, and lived by example, not just words. You were a hardworking, intelligent, and a leader. Grand-father, you are worthy of emulation, yes, your sweet memory will remain an everlasting legacy to generations unborn. Your granddaughter Adebisi Britney Aderinto Aderinto Family Tributes Tribute to Dad Dad, thanks for the beautiful memories!!! Thanks to God for giving us a unique dad. Thanks for teaching us the fear of God at an early age, the value of prayer, daily devotion, memorization of bible verses and the need for a “quiet time”. Thanks for teaching us about integrity, respect for elders and people in general, regardless of their social or economic status. Thanks for teaching us about the value of education, hard work and humility. Thanks for teaching us about management, how to do with little and how to appreciate little things. I cannot remember when we were in need, for you always made provisions for all our basic needs. Thanks for leading by example, for you lived an exemplary godly life. Thanks for all the sacrifices you made to give us a strong foundation and the basic essentials needed for a successful living. As I looked back, I was amazed how you were able to raise eight great children, unique in their own ways. The secret lies in being blessed with a godly wife, coupled with a “ strong chemistry” between the both of you. One for the secrets was that you spent a quality time on your “knees”, and you utilized your God-given talents to the maximum. The Bible reminds us to give thanks to God in everything. We thank God for giving us a loving, caring and understanding Dad. We thank God for blessing you with the most precious wife in the world- what a “pillar” in our family; and for blessing you with a long life. Nevertheless, we are going to miss you- the reassuring smile that speaks volume, your words of encouragement, wisdom, etc; but the joyful side is that we will meet again at the feet of Jesus. Goodbye for now Dad, and have a wonderfully deserved rest as we celebrate your “home-going” to be with the MASTER. I LOVE YOU DAD - Paul Kehinde Aderinto Papa, Though our hearts are heavy with grief, we Thank God for the blessed memories o f you. What can I say? Where can I start? Who else can talk to me the way you did? Who else can listen to me the way you did? I thank God for the example of Christian love that you showed us and lived. What a father, what a God-fearing man you were! Thank you for not seeing me as a daughter in law, but Papa, you treated me like your own biological daughter. I will forever be grateful. Papa, thank you for making us laugh. Thank you for your encouragement at all times. Thank you for your love and care for people, most of all thank you for teaching us to trust God always. Papa, you fought a good fight, you finished the race well. We are saddened that you have gone home, but we have consolation that you are now in a better place, resting in the Lord's arms. Rest! Rest! Rest in peace. We will surely, miss your physical presence. Papa, Rest in peace. - Ada Aderinto Grandpa, I miss you dearly, and am so grateful for the time that I was able to spend with you. I cherish our long conversations and am thankful for the daily words of wisdom that help guide me everyday of my life. Although it hurts to know that I can’t see you here on Earth, I hold onto these cherished memories and look forward to that day when we will meet again. I love you Grandpa. - Adedoyin Uchenna Aderinto It was very hard hearing how badly the direction of Grandpa’s health was heading during the last months, weeks leading to his passing. The memories I had was when Grandma and Grandpa visited back in 1999, and were how I had always envisioned him to still be, old, yet active and on the move . Although I was only six years old, I can remember the visit like it was yesterday. It was so exciting and eventful, yet I didn’t know then, that would also be the last time seeing him. Over the years there would be times when I learned he was sick but it always seemed as if things eventually got better so I was hoping for the same as the same news was being told again over the past months, but things only got gradually worse. Hearing the news when I entered the house was still a shock to me, and it took a while before it fully registered in my head what the reality was. Even though we only met once, I will miss him dearly. The time spent together on that visit I will cherish in memory forever. I really wish more than anything that I could be here…but in absence I bid my farewell for now. I love you Grandpa. - Olumayowa Aderinto

TRIBUTE TO A GRAND-DAD Wow! While I write this tribute, I still find it hard to believe that am saying Good-bye. Sentences can’t express the words you told me neither would I forget how that early Saturday morning at 1:20am when my sister called crying on the phone and telling me of your departure. Is this how Grand –Dads leave their Grand-Children? I thought. Thinking about you brings back memories that would forever linger on. The depth of your love for me has shown that you cared and shared in moments of grief, confusion, joy and happiness. The lessons are innumerable, but they have been very useful and serve as a guideline for life. How I wish I could have more of them but the consolation is that these lessons will last a life time. You practiced what you taught. Your love for me showed in your choice of the good things for me. In terms of my education pursuit your suggested the best of the bests, you taught me what my teachers didn’t deem necessary. Your moral stance for integrity, diligence and hard work are legacies that will not be jettisoned. I know you are no more physically but you have left legacies that have now become an inheritance. Thank you Grand-Dad, You are a rare gem. KEEP SLEEPING, IT WILL SOON BE MORNING… Adeolu Bolarinwa Oyinlola

ADIEU! ADIEU!! ADIEU!!! PA DEACON ISAAC OKUNLOLA ADERINTO We know you tried very much to stay with us for much longer time, but Jesus wanted you more, so we have to release you to Jesus Everlasting Arms, where there is peace for evermore. But daddy, I want you to know that you are my hero, my role model in all you do since I was young.Daddy, you and mum taught me so many things that has become great enviable skills in me.you are the man I'll respect till I die who taught me never to give up on anything for they are achievable if i try.Thanks for been a wonderful father. Dad If all the fathers had lined up one by one, and God told me to pick, I'd still choose to be your son. I'm proud to have a father who listens and understands, who teaches me and set fair rules without unfair demands. So dad, if I could pick again, you know I'd still pick you. Daddy, Your beloved wife and 8 children see ourselves lucky to have a husband and father who can well combine diversified roles as the greatest husband with great virtues, greatest father to live, one of the best disciplinarian of his time,the greatest friend and confidant to have, a good listener and deep in thought, the best friend any one could have, the best loving husband and father, a very humorous and God fearing man, who through the christian principles with his devouted wife who is a mother in Israel, raised up a very strong christian family.