In memory of

Ebubechuwu Rowland Obinyelaku

July 6, 1945 - January 29, 2022

In Loving Memory

It is with great sadness that the family of Ebubechukwu Rowland Obinyelaku announced his passing on January 29th, 2022.

Rowland was born in Oraukwu in Anambra on July 6th, 1945 in Nigeria. He came to Canada in 1974 and married his lovely wife Grace Uwaezuoke Emeraghi Agwu in 1977.

Rowland is known to be quite the scholar. He studied at Seneca College and went on to the University of Windsor and The University of Toronto where he received his Phd in Political Science. In addition to his scholastic accomplishments, he was also the author of a novel titled Friends of Jesus.

Rowland was a true man of God and committed to helping his community. He leaves behind a legacy of leadership, service and commitment and we will not soon forget his impact.

Guestbook

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Chinelo Houron (Daughter)

Entered February 2, 2022 from Ottawa

My father was a complicated man but it's clear to see he touched so many lives during his time on this earth. I know he is resting in peace in the kingdom of heaven.

- Chi

Peter Aderiye (Collegue)

Entered February 2, 2022 from Brampton

What a loss? Very sad and shocking. He will be greatly missed. May God give the family members he left behind the strength to cope with the loss. Amen!! It felt like yesterday when he retired and he was really loving the experience when he and his wife shared the retirement experience with members at the pd session organized by the association. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.

A. B. Williams-Terry (Friend)

Entered February 2, 2022

To Rowland's Family and Friends,

I was sorry to read of the passing of Rowland. He was a great friend of mine. His service and legacy will never be forgotten. God bless you all to feel God's loving arms upholding you all with His grace and love.

Love always,

A. B. Williams-Terry

Gabriel Otoide (Friend and colleague)

Entered February 2, 2022 from Mississauga

Roland was honest and a dedicated leader in the Nigerian/Canadian Teachers community. He was also a true champion of the under privilege and a servant of the lord. He will be surely missed. May his soul rest in perfect peace.

Jutta Samuels (Colleague)

Entered February 2, 2022 from Lincoln M.Alexander

My sincere comdolences to family and friends. I was sad to hear this news . However, as we attended the same church, I am comforted to know that Dr. Obi went on to a better place .

Jutta Samuels