Memories of Dr. Peter "COG Peter Meb" Rotimi Mebude

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Godwin Tanaruno

Continue to Rest in Peace! Continue to Rest in Peace! Continue to Rest in Peace!

Dr. Olawale Ade-Oshifogun

It is 2 years. Never forgotten. Always in my heart. May God’s comfort continue to be with Tinu and the family, IJMN.

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Anne Thompson

I was saddened when I heard the news of COG Peter Meb's passing.

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Tobi Mebude

Hi Bola & Family,
we are so sorry to hear about your loss.
our thoughts & our prayers are with you all during this time of grief.
May the Lord be with you.
May the Lord heal your pains and sorrows.
Peace be with you always.
We shall forever miss Peter.
He was a humble and such a wonderful person .
May his soul RIP.

Love & Regards

Constance & Shadrack
Johannesburg
South Africa

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Tobi Mebude

To describe the life of Dr Rotimi Mebude is to look at the scripture in 1 Corinthians 13 vs 4-8,that talks about Love. “Love suffers long and is kind , Love does not parade itself , is not puffed up, does not behave rudely, does seek its own , is not provoked, thinks no evil does rejoice in truth , bears all things , believe all things , hope all things , endure all things.”

There is no doubt all those we knew him and was close to him can agree that he lived that scripture. He had love for friends and family , l am grateful to have known this gentle giant , that allowed God to use him as a vessel to give love to his generation . I pray that Tinu and the children and grandchildren , will always remember him for the spirit of love and humility that he lived . Bro Rote you finish well and strong , and we friends will always remember you for your sincere love and pure heart .You were always wanting to give , your time , space , yourself to everyone . You lived a life that says what will Jesus do ? And you did it well without reservation . My prayer is that your seeds will do greater so that there will be a continuous seed of righteousness in your generation . You were a great servant of God . You will be missed but you have gone to your maker who loves you dearly.
(The Sule’s and Agape’s fellowship group London England)

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Bode & Kemi Akindele

My wife and I were so sad to hear that Dr. Mebude has left this side of eternity! We would finally miss his gentle, lovely and unassuming and yet kind heart! It was a great pleasure for us to have met you and your wife through the Agoye’s; and we have grown to become family. Time together with you was always pleasant and cheerful moment. Your gentleness was contagious. We can only say; thank God for your unusual kind nature. Yes we were sad to hear of your passing, but we are glad to know that you have fought and won, and the battle is over - much more so, we are certain you are resting at the right side of your maker - so we encourage ourselves; and there is indeed no reason for us to sorrow. Dr Mebude, rest on in the bosom of our Lord, till we meet again to part no more. Adieu our brother!
Sister Bola and the children and grandchildren; as much as we are all pained by your husband, father and grandfather’s exit, be encouraged, like we all are, that he is resting in a better place; where there is no more sorrow or pain; but joy forevermore! May the Lord comfort, keep and bless you, in Jesus name. Amen. Bode & Kemi Akindele.

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Emeka Maduekwe

Dear Peter, it is so sad to lose you. Grace and I met you in 2010 and built up a friendship with your family. We spent time together, which made us discover your kind and gentle disposition.
We pray for your eternal repose in the bosom of the Lord. You have run your race, and we know you will get the crown that awaits you.
We will miss you, your smile, your jokes, your optimism and your gentleness.
We pray that Bola and the children will be consoled because you are in a better place now.
Eternal rest grant unto Peter O Lord, and may perpetual light shine on him. May Peter's soul rest in peace.

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Adekunle Ayoade

Good night Dr. Rotimi Mebude!, may your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. It's so sad to hear of your untimely exit from this world but we are consoled that you have gone to rest.

We love you but God loves you more. May God comfort your entire family and give them the fortitude to bear the loss.

Rest on till we meet to part no more.

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Sola Mosaku

Sad to loose you, Rotimi, but we are assured that you have gone to rest with your maker. It's a price we all have to pay, but you have gone too soon.

I knew and interacted with Rotimi from our days at Ijebu-Ode Grammar School, through to the University of Lagos and at Edinburgh, UK. We still had wonderful time together in Galgary in 2017 and about 2 years later in Leicester. Not knowing that that will be the last time will meet.

Rotimi was a sincere, God fearing friend. With his simplicity, gentle smile and disposition, you can't but warm to him. He was a gentleman, a fighter and a generous person. Boisterous, lively and intelligent. He will be sadly missed. May his soul rest in peace.

May God to whom all blessings flow, rest and abide with Tinu, Tobi, Tosin, Deborah and other members of the family at this time. May the Lord comfort them and give them peace. Amen.

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Goodluck Ishaka

Its hard to say good bye to a loved one so dear with a golden heart as Dr. Rotimi Mebude, its hard to believe and let go and practice our faith as Christian, knowing he has to sleep this once, this deep sleep not to be awaken, the final sleep that leads to eternal glory.

May the soul of our beloved brother in the Lord rest in absolute peace, and God grant the beloved wife, sister Princess Tinuade, the children, Tobi, Tosin and Debra Mebude, grand children and friends the peace of the Lord with the realization that he is resting in the bosom of the Lord. He lived a glorious life, he touched lives in ways only the chosen of the Lord could.

We were privileged and blessed to have known Dr. Rotimi Mebude since 2006 as a church member, Realtor and friend in Calgary, Canada.

Goodluck & Tina Ishaka

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Omoniyi Fagade

It has been really sad to hear that Rotimi Mebude has passed on.

Rotimi was my classmate in Prelim (1978/1979) and the Civil Engineering Faculty (1979/1983) at the University of Lagos. Throughout this period, HK Johnson (our mutual friend), Rotimi and I used to study together. He was a very diligent student, a dependable friend, very gentle and always willing to share his knowledge freely during our discussion sessions. He would make his points nicely and politely. I really can’t remember any instance that he raised his voice. I remember him as a very gentle and meek person.

We kept in touch after we left the University of Lagos. Our mutual friend, HK Johnson and his wife relocated to Canada in 1984 for his PhD program. I got married in February 1986 and my husband and I moved to Zaria. By coincidence, my father in-law and Rotimi’s father were colleagues at Federal Audit Department for many years. Rotimi married his beautiful wife, Princess Tinuade Oyenuga in 1987. My husband and I returned to Lagos in December 1989 and we linked up with Rotimi and Tinu again. We both lived in Surulere and as families, we used to visit each other. Together, we attended the family fellowship (which was rotated from house to house every Sunday). He and his family relocated to the UK in 1992 for his PhD program. On completion of his PhD, he and his family relocated to Canada in 1996. We have not seen each other physically again since he left Nigeria in 1992.

The fact that I will never see Rotimi Mebude again has made me very sad.

I thank God for the opportunity to attend the Service of Songs and the Funeral Service online. I listened to beautiful testimonies about him from various people. These testimonies affirmed to me that Rotimi remained the same dependable person that I knew before he left Nigeria in 1992.

May God be with Tinu, their children and grandchildren, the larger family and all Rotimi’s friends and loved ones.

Until the Resurrection Morn, goodnight Rotimi.

Omoniyi Fagade (nee Oremodu).

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Dr Femi Mebude

A TRIBUTE IN HONOUR OF OUR DECEASED BROTHER WITH A BEAUTIFUL HEART- DR. ROTIMI PETER MEBUDE.

The news of the death of our brother, Dr. Rotimi Peter Mebude met me and every other member of his nucleus family with disbelief. It was very devastating and heartbreaking and not only hard to believe but very shocking. It felt like a treasure of unspeakable value was suddenly snatched from us, in fact, we are still struggling to accept the reality of the sad news.

Dr. Rotimi Peter Mebude was born on the 11th February, 1961 into the family of Alhaji Fasasi Adebola Mebude and Mrs Silifat Adunni Mebude of Porogun quarters Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria. He attended Christ Church Cathedral School, Lagos for his primary school education before he proceeded to Ijebu Ode Grammar school for his secondary school education. He had his University education at the prestigious University of Lagos where he obtained a second class upper bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Civil Engineering and Master’s degree (MSc) in Structures, before he proceeded to the University of Edinburg, United Kingdom for his Doctorate degree (Phd) in Structures.

Throughout his educational endeavor, Dr. Rotimi Peter Mebude was always the best among his peers from the primary school up to the University level. He was so brilliant that he excelled immensely and won numerous prizes as a good scholar.

Dr. Rotimi Peter Mebude was the ninth (9th) child and fifth (5th) son of our father, Alhaji Fasasi Adesola Mebude (of blessed memory). He was the sixth (6th) child and third (3rd) son of our aged mother, Mrs Silifat Adunni Mebude, who had eight (8) children listed below in order of seniority:

1. Mrs Morenike Ibikunle - Deceased
2. Dr. Fatai Obafemi Mebude - Medical Doctor.
3. Miss Aderonke Mebude - - Deceased.
4. Mr. Adewale Oluwakemi Mebude - Engineer.
5. Mrs Abiodun Adelakun - Accountant.
6. Dr. Rotimi Peter Mebude – Engineer, now deceased.
7. Mr. Kabiru Mebude - Engineer.
8. Mr. Akeem Mebude - Civil Servant with Nigeria Custom Services.

Dr Rotimi Mebude obtained favour from the Lord and found his soul mate in Princess Tinuade Oyebola Mebude the daughter of Oba Adebambo Oyenuga, Amesofe 11 the late Ajalorun of Ijebu-Ife. Tinuade has been a pillar of support and strength to his husband and to the fruits of their union Tobi, Tosin and Deborah and grandchildren.

Dr. Rotimi Peter Mebude is a rare gem among all the children of our mother. He is extremely brilliant, book smart, kind, loving and very accommodating. Always willing to support and lighten the burden of anyone that crosses his path. He is generous to a fault and always helping others to solve whatever problem they bring to him. Having him as a brother is a phenomenal privilege and honor that we shall ever be grateful to God for. He was exceptionally insightful about issues of life. Strategic and intelligently calm in pursuing goals. He was deeply compassionate and thus, we are grieved to see a potential waste by his exit.

We felt a deep sense of loss for his departing this world so early and depriving us all of his amazing support. Now that he is gone, he is no longer here to share the bond we all had together – a bond of love and care.Rotimi, your actions were always kind. A generous hand and an active mind you were. Anxious to please and loath to offend was your lifestyle. A loving brother and a faithful friend indeed. We miss you so very much, and our tears we cannot hide yet. Although we are apart now, but we know that your spirit still lives. Within our hearts, we feel you are still very much by our sides. Since you left, life has not been the same again.

We however felt a sense of joy within us in that he has lived a life pleasing to his Creator, our Heavenly Father and has departed when the ovation was loudest. Just like Paul said in 2 Tim 4:7-8, you can now also say, “I have done my best in the race, I have run the full distance, and I have kept the faith. Now there is waiting for me the victory price of being put right with God, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only me, but to all those who wait with love for him to appear". May he awaken to joyful activity and find favor at the Bosom of the Lord Amen.

To Tinuade, Tobi, Tosin, Deborah and the grandchildren, we pray God shall fill the vacuum left by our brother, your husband, your father and your grandfather Dr Rotimi Peter Mebude

Adieu our darling brother!

Dr. Fatai Obafemi Mebude
: For the Family.

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Don Reyes

You will be remembered my dear friend,
Go Rest In Peace I know you will be seeing our creator.
I missed you Peter as a brother in Christ.

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Bunmi & Bola Adetula

May God Almighty comfort you & your entire family, and walk with you all through this journey

Bunmi & Bola Adetula

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Olaronke Mebude

2014, Calgary, AB, Canada

Uncle Rotimi and family

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Adeyege & Temitope Oyenuga

2019, Calgary, AB, Canada

Family Visit

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Faosat Amoo Raji

May His gentle soul rest in the bossom of the Lord. May His gentle soul rest in the bossom of the Lord. May His gentle soul rest in the bossom of the Lord.... Read more

Adeyege & Temitope Oyenuga

2019, Calgary, AB, Canada

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Tunde & Sade Olutogun

Uncle Rotimi,
A caring, loving, and gentle soul! A ray of sunshine to help in time of need and celebrate with in joyful times! So sad to hear about your passing to be with the Lord! You enriched lives and brought joy to us and many during your sojourn on earth. May the Lord comfort auntie Tinu, the children and the grandchildren. Rest in peace with the Lord.

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Femi Onayiga

Our condolences goes to the family of our beloved brother. We take solace in the fact that he's resting with the Lord, where he no longer feels any pain. The world has lost a magnificent human being but heavens has gained a great child of God. It is not how long but how well and you lived well brother. You left a big hole in our hearts and our association and you will be greatly missed. To the queen of house and the children, may God comfort you and bless you in his absence. Rotimi touched so many by his words and actions and his legacy will live for ever. God speed brother until we meet again.

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Grandma Funmi Kolawole

I know Dr. Rotimi and the wife through my daughter Diekola in their Felloship in the year 2005. Mr. Mebude was a nice and very respective man, social and brilliant
We love you but Jesus loves you more continue to rest in peace. May God comfort the family and friends.

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Adeyege & Temitope Oyenuga

Adeyege & Temitope Oyenuga- What a great loss! With heavy heart We share the loss and memories of my dear brother, COG Dr Peter Rotimi Mebude- A loving, gentle father, husband, a brother and brother-in-law to me. A brilliant, always smiling, nothing too big for him to challenge! We came to Canada through him and the family. A very humble and huge inspiration to all who knew him. Words alone cannot express our condolence to the family. You will forever be missed, you left a great vacuum that only God will fill for the entire family and friends. Adieu and Good Night! We love you but God loves you more! Continue to rest in the bossom of the Lord till we meet to part no more, Amen!

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Daniel Dada

TRIBUTE TO BROTHER ROTIMI MEBUDE - by Daniel Dada

Dear brother Rotimi
You are Home, Home at last! Home at last!!
Life trials and toils are over
Weary days and long nights have ended
Broken hearts and falling tears have ceased
No more cares, fears, pain, sorrows, sickness or even death
The cherished times are now but memories, and I can share a few

About 16 years ago, we left Australia when the temperature in Sydney was +35^C, and arrived in Calgary when the temperature was -36^C. Only days before we left, I was told there was no accommodation waiting for us. I hurriedly arranged an accommodation that turned out unknowingly to be on a farm. We called a family friend in UK to inform them we were leaving Australia for Canada. The friend told us they had a family friend that left UK for Canada a few years before, and she was going to try to locate them. It turned out; the family friends were the Mebudes. You called us, a family that was a total stranger to you. You advised me to cancel the accommodation I had just arranged. On arrival at Calgary airport, you welcomed us, loaded our luggage into your van. If you allowed me to call you Aquilla, just this once, the whole time your Priscilla was by your side. Both of you led us into a warm house that eventually became our home for a few months. You took us to the shop where we bought our first winter wares. You instantly became a family to us. These are memories to cherish forever and for which we will forever be in your debt.

Over the years, we spent times together in prayers, sharing God’s word, discussed work, life struggles, exchanged views on politics and life in general. We attended the same church. All of these have now become memories to cherish.

I am eternally grateful to God for the privilege of meeting brother Rotimi, and the Mebude family. He was gentle, humble, loving, caring, genuine, and frank. If I was asked to describe him in one sentence, it will be brother Rotimi loved God, His Word, His People, and his family. There can be no greater proof that God has been at work in you, making you what you became.

Though we part in tears and pain, we must be reminded by the great hymn writer that God leads His children along, sometimes through waters, flood, fire, and sometimes through great sorrow. But He leads us all through the blood. In all the ways our Saviour led you, brother Rotimi, what have we to ask beside? Can we doubt His tender mercies Who through life had been your Guide?

In Paul’s words, 2 Tim 4:7, you have fought a good fight. You have finished your race. You have kept the faith and now a crown is waiting for you. All of heaven rings, “Welcome Home, Welcome Home.”

In some ways life is like a great stage performance. Times of exciting entrance and thunderous applause. And there are times of bright and dim light and the time to draw the curtains.

In life’s stage performance, brother Rotimi, you were an amazing and impactful performer.
When the days were long, you cheered us along.
When we needed hope, you gave us your presence and pointed us to the Hope of glory
When burdens were crippling you lent us a hand.
When families were hurting, you gave them comfort
A few days ago, there was a clarion call to Heaven’s performance stage
A chariot swung low to lift you through the clouds into Heaven’s stage
for a final performance.
I am sure you know your part well, and you are now ready to play.
Until we meet again, at Jesus' feet, we say good night.

Dear Antie Tinu, what can anyone say to you in a time like this?
Who but God can fill the void? Who but Him can heal your broken heart? We have His promises. He will pour His balm of Gilead on your sore and broken heart and all your loved ones. And God will whisper His peace to your hearts. He will comfort you. Thank you for all your care and support for brother Rotimi, through the valleys and the mountains of life. Thank you for being there for him through the changing vicissitudes of life. Please remember that God understands your sorrows. He sees your falling tears, and whispers, I am with you .“
And if ever tempted to ask, does Jesus care when you say goodbye to the dearest on earth to you? Be reassured, Yes, He cares! Jesus cares!!

I want you to know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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Margaret Adu

2011, Hotel Fairmont Palliser, 9 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, Canada

A birthday party

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Margaret Adu

2011, Hotel Fairmont Palliser, 9 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, Canada

A birthday party

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Margaret Adu

With a very heavy heart out sincerest condolences , Rotimi had a gentle heart full of warmth and love. So ready to give a sound advice or an encouragement , he will be dearly missed. It’s our prayer that the good Lord alone shall restore joy to the family in due time. Rotimi rest in perfect peace. From the Adu and Nyarko family .🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

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