Francis Olumba Obi
1970 - 2022
Francis Olumba Obi
1970 - 2022
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BORN
1970
DIED
2022
Francis Obi Obituary
Mr. Francis Olumba Obi, 51 of Greensboro, NC died Thursday February 17, 2022. Public viewing of Mr. Obi is 12 noon - 5:00 pm Thursday March 03rd in Hargett Funeral Service 905 East Market Street Greensboro, NC. Visitation with the family is Friday March 04, 2022 starting 10:30 am - 11:30 am with the funeral beginning immediately afterward in The Goldie Hargett Memorial Chapel of Hargett Funeral Service. The interment will follow the service in Forest Lawn Cemetery 3901 Forest Lawn Drive Greensboro, NC 27455
Ama Bassey-Fynch
April 6, 2022
May your soul rest in peace
Frances Obi
March 28, 2022
I know God is celebrating with you and the angels up there but happy birthday from Heaven, Dad!
I hope your 52nd birthday is as amazing as you are!❤
March 28 is a very special day for a very special man like yourself❤
I wish you were here physically so I could squeeze the heck out of you but I know you’re smiling down at me!
I love you so so much Big Poppa!❤
Rest In Peace and just know I’m with you every step of the way!
Mom, Alex, and myself love you deeply!❤
Nkechi Njoku
March 23, 2022
My special friend may your soul rest peacefully in God's bosom
March 10, 2022
The death of Olumba is a very big loss not just to the family but to the entire Emekuku community and the society at Large.
May his gentle soul rest in peace Amen. Bibian and Kevin
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Suzanne Cromlish
March 9, 2022
This message is for Greg Obi:
The Sun (Son) Still Shines
Lift up your eyes & look beyond dark clouds to heaven's blue
The shadowed moment soon will pass...The Sun (Son) still shines for you!
May He whose love can shine right through when clouds are dull & gray
Send Heavenly Sunshine (Sonshine) that will bring new life for you today!
Our thoughts & prayers are with you, & we are soooo sorry for your loss!
Biabian & Kevin Dike
March 9, 2022
We cannot believe that Olumba is no more, a young vibrant gentle man, full of humour, bubbling with life yesterday and only to be now described in the past. Having been part of your family for long, we feel grieved.
We sympathize with the entire family knowing very well that a sizeable chunk of you have been sliced off.
Please be consoled as we commit his gentle soul to the loving care of God.
Bibian and Kevin
Chukk Ekpo
March 9, 2022
I remember you as gentle friendly always adorning a cheerful look I never thought ice cream could melt in your mouth Could that be how "Sly" sneaked into your name? One could easily associate you with a serene and peaceful disposition.. not a belligerent one Many years after... I see in you the once youthful look has transformed into a philosopher's mien.. introspective and deep.. embellished with a subtle smile rather than a toothy grin We that loved you and still do will have at the minimum something to evoke fond memories of you while you sojourned with us To mitigate the pain of your passing we take recourse in a slideshow of those unforgettable memories
Francis.. may our good Lord grant your gentle soul a peaceful rest in Him and bequeath those you left behind the wherewithal to mourn you To live in the hearts of those who love you is not to die And so it shall be!
Edeline Fleury
March 8, 2022
To the Obi family
I am so sorry for your lost. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Francis Obi. From the memories Winnie has shared with me ,he sounded like a wonderful, caring and generous soul. Though he may no longer be here, the joyous times that he has given you will always remain. He truly will be missed.
Jonah (aka JAC) Walker
March 8, 2022
Dear grand uncle Francis, I miss our play of raising our hands like black power move. Thanks for being so much fun
Mathew/Josephine Ozougwu
March 6, 2022
I remember Francis as a cheerful, caring, helpful and a man with a golden smile. Although we haven't
known him for a long time and have had few encounters and times spent together, these qualities still resonate in my memories whenever I remember him. We love you but we can't question God. May your gentle soul rest in peace, Amen.
Ruth Dickson
March 6, 2022
Losing a brother is the saddest thing that can happen. I understand what you're feeling. It is so hard but memories help us to cope. He left us at a young age, but he still leaves behind an impressive legacy. May his soul and other faithful rest in peace. Adieu Francis.
Celebrating Francis in grand style at home - The ancient Kingdom of Emekuku
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Francis Life size banner hanging down the revere ancient Great grand father Obi mansion
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Obi sisters
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Part of Obi Royal Family at the NC funeral ceremony
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Obi sisters
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Your 3 sisters with your wife, Perlette
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Obi & Siku Families
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Exiting the world in your usual stylish manner
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Making your final exit from this sinful world
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Came to pay my respect on your journey home
Winifred Obi
March 6, 2022
Steve and Chika Onyia
March 6, 2022
To the Obi’s family,
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your son, husband, father and brother; Francis Obi. May you find solace in knowing that Francis is not dead but has transitioned to the life eternal where there is no more sickness or any disease. May God console and strengthen you.
May Francis’s soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God Rest in Peace, Amen.
Kennedy Ononiwu
March 6, 2022
Rest in peace Sly. Your painful exit further mystifies the dynamics of life. I remember you as a vibrant young man the last time we met, which was in New Jersey and I never knew that would be the last.
REST-ON BROTHER!
Fanny Obi
March 6, 2022
Fanny Obi
March 6, 2022
Fanny Obi
March 6, 2022
Fanny Obi
March 6, 2022
Fanny Obi
March 6, 2022
Fanny Obi
March 6, 2022
Oluu, my son, you have gone to join your father too early. I do not know why you went before me but our God knows why he called you up this early. Rest in peace, my son.
Fanny Obi
March 6, 2022
Francis, my son, rest in perfect peace. Amen
Kennedy Ononiwu
March 6, 2022
Rest in peace Sly. I remember you as a vibrant young man the last time we met, which was in New Jersey. I never new that would be the last and this further mystifies the dynamics of life.
Rest-on brother!
Jane Ononiwu
March 6, 2022
Great person that is gone too soon. Though your time on this earth was short, you have made lasting impacts on people that you have encountered. You were a unique individual and it was a pleasure to be in your midst. Rest in perfect peace, Sly.
March 5, 2022
I will look over your girls, Frances, Alex, and Sandy, Mr. Francis Obi. Trust when I say that I will protect them with my life. You have my word. I am gratefully saddened by your loss but your spirit remains ever so bright.
Rest In Peace!
Shronda Roseborough(Deluxe Financial Services)
March 5, 2022
I am deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. My condolences.
Ngozika Igwe
March 5, 2022
Rest in Peace Francis
Paula Gardener
March 4, 2022
I'm sending my condolences from Paula and family to the Obi family from Canada. It's sad to say good by to someone, especially a love one or sibling. My heart goes to the Obi family and extended family and friends. Only God can comfort us in this time of mourning. I pray you all have strength to go on. And one day God's willing, we shall meet again. Just keep the faith, and remember this is not the end.
LaDonna A Graves
March 4, 2022
Farewell my friend.
Gloria Onejeme
March 4, 2022
My sister Ekeoma please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of one so young. What a heartbreak for you, your family and all that loved him. May your sorrow be tempered by the loving memories and may our God's grace be sufficient for all of you through the difficult days ahead. Ndo nu
Ozo Dr C.C and Ojiefi Gloria Onejeme of Maryland USA
Precious Ojika
March 4, 2022
Precious in the sight of God is the death of his Saints. May you soul rest in peace.
FREDERICK UZOKA
March 4, 2022
Sly. We will surely miss your impactful presence among us, we pray for God's comfort for the entire family. May the light of God shine perpetually on your gentle soul as you rest peacefully in the bosom of our lord until we meet again to path no more in God's eternal kingdom." LAA NU UDO EZE- NWANWA"
Nkechi Uzoka
March 4, 2022
May Sly's soul rest in peace. I will surely miss him. May God comfort the entire family. It is well.
Ngozi Nwazota-Egbue
March 4, 2022
My sincere condolences to Obi family.
May the comfort of the LORD be with you.
Rotimi Edu mni
March 4, 2022
Francis,
It is still saddening to come to terms with the fact that you are no more with us. there is no doubt you left a huge void in your family as well as the entire world. I imagine how devastating your departure had been for my friend and colleague, Ekeoma Ezeibe. We have submitted to the supreme will of the Almighty God who has the power to give and take away. May he grant you eternal rest in his bosom and grant all those you left behind, the fortitude to bear your painful exit. Amen
Adekemi Adegbola
March 4, 2022
Quite devastating that you had to leave at this time when your goodly virtues are needed in our world.
however, we take consolation in the fact that you bequeathed good legacies that would remain with all those that knew you for a long time. May God grant your gentle soul repose (Amen).
Tope Adaramola
March 4, 2022
Although we never met physically, i heard of your good life through your darling sister Mrs. Ekeoma Ezeibe. No doubt, you lived a good and imprinted good virtues on the hearts of all that knew you during your short stay in life. Adieu to a beloved brother.
Ugochi Okafor
March 4, 2022
May the Lord comfort Francis family and friends, and give them the fortitude to bear this heart-rending loss.
Wumi Akintide
March 4, 2022
Eternal rest grant the soul of our departed brother. Amen
Wendy Obi
March 4, 2022
To my loving uncle sly
You were such a kindhearted man and you will be missed
You energy light up the room but your in a better place jonah and I love you
Gone to soon but never forgotten
This can't be true
and it feels so unbelievable
But for you I stay strong
I'm going to miss you with all my heart
Till we meet again ❤
Stanley Chukwuezi
March 4, 2022
May the Lord grant you a peaceful rest as your work here is done. You will be missed. Rest in perfect peace.
IDELLE MCRAE
March 4, 2022
MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY
Mary Moaf
March 4, 2022
May you rest in peace. You will be missed.
Chizzy Alily
March 4, 2022
My condolences to HE Ambassador Chigozie Obi and the entire Obi family. May the soul of Francis Olumba Obi rest peacefully in the Lord, amen.
Opara Pante Coach
March 3, 2022
Sly my man, too painful to believe you're no more. May God in His infinite mercies instruct His angels to open their doors and receive you in paradise. May He gives us all the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss. My brother, it's well with your soul.
Vanessa Woods-Headley
March 3, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joyce White
March 3, 2022
Dear Winnie and Family, We are sending our sincere sympathies and condolences to all of you in the loss of your love one. We know that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May you find comfort and peace in the memories you have created which will be with you for life. Thank God for a life well lived and for who is now resting at peace. Trust God and he will comfort and sustain you in your difficult days ahead!
In Profound Sorrow,
Joyce White (co-worker) Family ✝
Georgia K Nurse
March 3, 2022
My sincere sympathy to your entire family. I am so sorry for your loss. Blessings to you all.
Moronke Olikuntuyi
March 3, 2022
Truly sorry to the Obi family. I pray your love and memories help keep you going. May the soul of Francis find the light and be at peace.
Henrietta Muruako-Nwamadi
March 3, 2022
Sly Mac 4, it’s so difficult for me to believe this shocking truth. I still sleep and wake up everyday thinking that by some sort of miracle you would wake up from this long slumber. I believe God knows the reason you are still sleeping peacefully in his bosom. You will forever be remembered by your family and friends. Your big smiles and jokes will never be forgotten. Your memories shall live on in our minds. May your soul Rest In Peace and may God grant you family the grace to bear this loss. Adieu great Prince
Team Romins & Mom.
Chigozie Obi
March 2, 2022
Team Romins!
Chigozie Obi
March 2, 2022
Hazel Thomas
March 2, 2022
My deepest condolences to Francis' Mom, wife, children, and siblings. My fondest memories of Francis were his calm demeanor at family gatherings and his utmost love for his family. He was a dapper dresser and wore the best at every occasion even when it wasn't time to 'dress up'. With a smile on his face, he cheerfully agreed with me that fufu can be eaten at anytime of the day.
Francis, we loved you but the Lord loved you most.
May your homeward journey to meet the Lord and ancestors be filled with peace and joy.
Rest in eternal peace, Francis.
"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, compassion, some humor, and some style" . Maya Angelou
Jude Agbaso
March 2, 2022
Olumba my little cousin you'll be surly missed by all of us. The remembrance of your free spirit and kindness will continue to provide a compass and succor to enable us navigate this turbulent life without you. May your guardian angel and the host of heaven lead your gentle soul to eternal peace in heaven where we hope to meet and part no more.
Onyii Ebenebe-Okoli
March 2, 2022
My dear friends - Ambassador Chiggy Obi, Winnie Friendy Obi, Greg Obi, Ekeoma Obi and entire siblings and family,
Please know that I share in your grieve and painful loss of your darling brother Francis cos I recently experienced the loss of a beloved senior brother and the pain is still profound.
May the all knowing Almighty God grant you all, especially your sweet mother the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.
Francis has finished his earthly assignment with remarkable high scores by all ramifications.
I pray for the repose of his beautiful soul in God’s paradise where all is PEACE, free from sickness and pains.
With Jesus Christ our Saviour, it is well.
Ndoooo nu !
Onyii Ebenebe-Okoli
Asst Compt General (Customs)
Ngozi Iwebema
March 2, 2022
Am short of words to say the list Francis was a friend and a brother to me, a shoulder to lean on when i need to talk. My heart ❤ is bleeding with grief, but who are mine to question his maker, he has gone to stay in the bosom of his maker, the better place. REST IN PEACE MY DARLING FRANCIS , Gaa Nke oma! Nwanne oma
Scarlette Greene
March 2, 2022
While you rest in peace, may G-d continue to keep and carry those you left behind.
Oby Mbonu
March 2, 2022
My Dearest Sis Chiggie and Siblings, my family and I are deep in grief over this loss. Our only hope is upon God to help us all to bear this irreparable loss. Please console Mama for us.
Adieu Francis. May your ever cheerful soul rest in perfect peace. Amen. Oby Mbonu and family
Such a magical place with such a magical father!
Alexandra Obi
March 2, 2022
Everyday feels like a terrible nightmare that I can’t wake up from. I lost someone who was basically my other half. My father. It is so hard to grasp the fact that he is gone but trust when I say that he will not be forgotten. I will honor and voice of him to other people so he is not unheard or forgotten. Dad, I love you so much and no matter what, you’ll always be a part of me and I will hold you close as you hold onto me.
-Your Alexa
Wumi Akintide
March 2, 2022
I join your illustrious family in remembering you and praying to God to grant you eternal rest and to give your new bride and all of your siblings and your mom the fortitude to bear your painful loss to your family.
Beulah Crawford
March 2, 2022
Gone but not Forgotten .Rest in Eternal Peace Sly Francis Obi from Beulzzzzzie.......
Ferdy IHEAGWAM
March 2, 2022
May you rest in the Bossom of our Lord.
Hasan Shabazz
March 1, 2022
My sincerest honor to you Mr. Obi. I did not have the honor of knowing you, but I have the honor of knowing your sister Ms. Winifred Obi, and if you shared the same genes as your sister then I know that you were a very great and special man. Rest in peace. May the Lord bless your soul.
Taina Cooper
March 1, 2022
Francis, It's so hard to say Goodbye.
With heavy hearts, we are saddened by your passing but God knows best.
May your soul rest in eternal peace.
Love,
Lois McLaughlin
March 1, 2022
May You Rest In Perfect Peace
Lois McLaughlin
March 1, 2022
It was a pleasure getting to know you, Francis. Words could not express the tremendous loss with your passing. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers who will forever keep your memory. May you Rest In Peace !!
Vicky Draper
March 1, 2022
You are so missed. It feels so strange not seeing you at work anymore and hearing your hello to me and everyone else everday. couldn't have asked for a more nicer person in this world. may you rest in peace with our brother Bruce .
Ubaness Reggie Chukwu
March 1, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ibeto Amadiobi
March 1, 2022
Sly, I refused to accept the news of your unexpected demise. I refused to comment, but my heart bleeds. The shock of your unexpected departure from this world knocked me down for several days now. But it is surely true that you've actually departed us. The memories of our youthful and adult days cannot depart my miserable heart. I will always reference your jovial jokes at any given opportunity. May your gentle soul rest with the Lord. Amen
Agatha Egbujor nee Obi
March 1, 2022
Alas! The arrow has hit me straight to the heart once again Once again that " endless gap and the emptiness that enveloped my whole being has returned with full force again" That "piercing pain" that has been relieving gradually has returned again!
Ewoooh! Words has failed me and, death has cheated again
Slyoooo!( like I used to call you) The one that "calls" me 'Nne ' with a lot of passion and sentiments attached!!!! Should I say GOODBYE OR GOODNIGHT?!
Fare thee well my beloved brother, until we meet again at the Lord's feet on the Resurrection morning
Fidel Onyenwe Owerri
March 1, 2022
Onyekem!, Onyemhurunanya!. It's quite a pity. My Francis, is it true you are no more. I am speechless. Chai!, obi agbawalam. Laa na udo, Onyekem.
Fidel Onyenwe.
The Romins 5: So It Shall Ever Be In My Heart. Now, And Always!
O. Felix Obi
February 28, 2022
Sly My bro, "My Mans & Em"
Phil Obi
February 28, 2022
Francis -my good friend, brother, and classmate,
Your death pains all of us who shared our childhood and fellowship with you.
May God grant you eternal peace and give your family the fortitude to bear your loss.
We’ll always remember you!
Mawa Conneh
February 28, 2022
Mawa Conneh
February 28, 2022
Mawa Conneh
February 28, 2022
Francis was full of life, a very happy man,but god knows the best, I believe you in a better place. May your soul Rest In Peace. You will be missed..
Iheoma Konyeaso
February 28, 2022
Sometimes, only one person is missing, and the whole world seems depopulated. You will be greatly missed
Ugochukwu Mbegbu
February 28, 2022
My brother we were not that close in this life time, but the one time we were hanging together you were a great guy. When we meet up again, which won't be that long from now, we will have greater love. Rest easy and fight for us till we meet again, may the almighty God smile on you.
Vincent Uchechukwu Obi
February 28, 2022
We love you but God loves you more...
Rest on Uncle Sly.
Vincent Obi
February 28, 2022
Uncle Sly, you were a strong and happy man, very loving and compassionate. Your death gave me a very big shock and I wondered why you had to go now.
Uncle Sly, may your soul rest in the Lord. Amen!
chioma igwe
February 28, 2022
With heavy heart and total submission to God's plan I say goodnight cousin.you are just enjoying longer hours of sleep.sleep well with all the Angels by your side.
Joy Obi - Ignatius
February 28, 2022
Nda Sly, it's so hard to say goodbye. I never knew Easter 2021 will be the last time I will ever set my eyes on you. I never knew Easter 2021 will be your last visit to your father's compound. What a world we are in. O death, where is thy sting? May the good Lord who has called you at this young age accept your soul. Adieu Ndam. La nke oma.
From: Onyinyechi Obi- Ignatius.
Kester( KayCee) Atumonyogo
February 28, 2022
Sly. You were an outstanding, easy going and peaceful brethren. Oh dead, where’s thy sting. It’s quite saddening to even come to terms that Sly is no more. Your untimely demise came as a rude shock to all of us your friends and most especially your blood family members. We have no doubt that you are in a better place. Go in peace Bro till we meet to part no more. May God Shepherd On Your Soul In Jesus Name. Amen.
Ralph Bello Fadile
February 28, 2022
Adanne, please accept my condolences and may his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace Amen.
Joseph Asike
February 28, 2022
Francis, May the Lord receive your gentle soul and give you eternal peace in His Kingdom. Amen.
Vivian Anyanwu
February 28, 2022
Nda, May your soul rest in the bossom of the Lord. Forever in our hearts.
Francis in a celebratory mood with Adanne, Amb. Chigozie Obi.
Chigozie Obi
February 28, 2022
Chidozie Obi
February 28, 2022
May your gentle soul rest in peace Nda Olumba.
Vic Peters
February 28, 2022
May your sweet soul rest in perfect peace. Amen
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