The Biography of Late Pa. Francis Oluremi Ademakinwa
Pa. Francis Oluremi Ademakinwa was born in 1932 into the Ademakinwa family in Ile-Oluji, Ondo State.
He was a man of humble beginnings, resilience, and great industry. His life journey is a testimony of hard work, grace, and determination.
In 1946, at the young age of 14, he was brought to Lagos by one of his aunties. It was in Lagos that he began his life's journey from humble beginnings, building himself from scratch with honesty, hard work, perseverance, and absolute trust in God.
Family Life
Pa. Ademakinwa was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather—a family man to the core who believed deeply in love, unity and legacy.
He was first married to the late Mrs. Racheal Morinola Ademakinwa, and later to Mrs. Iyabo Ademakinwa. His marriages were blessed with nine children:
- Late Mrs. Oladunni
- Mrs. Botu Ibironke
- Mrs. Apaleoha Tolulope
- Mrs. Koya Funmilayo
- Mr. Ademakinwa Segun
- Mrs. Okeme Folashade
- Late Master Ademakinwa Funsho
- Mrs. Iwalokun Ibiyemi
- Mrs. Amangele Oluwadamilola
Through them, he was blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Career and Business
Pa. Francis Oluremi Ademakinwa served meritoriously at the National Electric Power Authority (NEPA), where he worked diligently and with integrity until his retirement.
After retirement, he ventured into business, and the Lord blessed the works of his hands. He became a successful and respected businessman with a fleet of trailers, known across his circle for his integrity, generosity, godliness and kindness to all.
Faith and Legacy
Pa. Ademakinwa was more than a businessman; he was a patriarch, a man of prayer, a counsellor, and a devoted servant of God. He loved God passionately and served in His vineyard with joy and commitment. He was known for his wisdom, his calm spirit, and his willingness to help all who came to him.
He lived a fulfilled life of 94 years, leaving behind a legacy of faith, hard work, love for God, and love for family.
Transition to Glory
He passed on to glory peacefully on Wednesday, 10 June 2026. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, and loved ones.
“You fought a good fight, you kept the faith. Your love for God and your legacy live on forever.”
My dad was the father of all fathers, he was my confidant, I could tell him anything and everything and he would not judge me. Rather he would go to Lord in praying for me and thank God even when things are not perfect he has faith in God and we were raised well with God and the Holy Ghost by instilling God and his biblical words in us. Our foundation is built on a solid rock foundation. He was a prayer warrior and he dedicated his life to serving God and taking us along in his journey. I missed him each day, rest in peace, Dad. Your lovely daughter- _IBIRONKE_
IBIRONKE
Your lovely daughter- _IBIRONKE_TRIBUTE TO MY DAD AND FRIEND * My Dad passed at 94, but his legacy lives on. He was a man of wisdom, radiance and uncommon energy, at 94, he looked 64. He was my first friend, my first love, my gist partner. He taught us not to compete, but to love, forgive, and let go of offence. Daddy had no sons, he had no in-laws; but children. He was a father to his community and to generations. Directly and indirectly, many have gone under him, tapped strength from him, and were shaped by his pure and objective heart. He came down to everyone’s level; small or great. He was contented, an encourager, quick to apologize, and he carried both fatherhood and motherhood in one spirit. He never raised his voice at my mother. He loved and pampered her. Thank you, Daddy, for staying long to see my husband and children, thanks for loving us all. Your memory will linger forever. We love you, but God loves you more. *Your Baby Oluomo- _TOLULOPE_
TOLULOPE
Your Baby Oluomo- _TOLULOPE_How do I start to talk about my dearest father. I know him to be a loving father a true definition of Abiamo toto. He can go any length for his children. His words to us were for us to always be together and he achieved that till he died. My dad is a very humble man and a praying father, he taught me how to pray which I appreciate till today. May God Almighty grant him eternal rest. We missed him so much Your sweet daughter - _FUMILAYO_
FUMILAYO
Your sweet daughter - _FUMILAYO_Rest peacefully, Dad. Your legacy lives on, and your love will never fade. You taught me the importance of humility, respect, and living by the Word of God. Your wisdom, guidance, and the lessons you shared will forever remain in my heart. You touched so many lives and led us in the ways of the Lord. Forever loved, forever missed. Pops❤️🙏🏽. Your beloved son, _SEGUN_
SEGUN
Your beloved son, _SEGUN_My dearest father, my hero, Pa Francis Oluremi Ademakinwa. I am well pleased to call you my father. What a great privilege to be your daughter. You were a father indeed - a loving father, a praying father, a father who loved God with all his heart and taught us to do the same. You showed us what hard work, honesty and faith can build. From Ile-Oluji to Lagos, you built a legacy that we will forever cherish. Your prayers still cover me. Your words still guide me. Your love will never leave me. Thank you for being the best father in the world. I will forever be proud to be your daughter. Sun re o, Baba mi atata. Omo Ile-Oluji. Rest in perfect peace till we meet again. _Your beloved daughter,_ _FOLASHDE_
FOLASHDE
_Your beloved daughter,_ _FOLASHDE_You taught me how to pray Dad, you are my second God. You always put others before you and that is one of your legacy I am still carrying, am happy because you see the light of God before you sleep in the Lord. You lived a peaceful life I love you and I will miss you forever Dad, from your lovely daughter. _IBIYEMI_
IBIYEMI
From your lovely daughter. _IBIYEMI_My father is a father to all a man of peace, a man of prayers, he's always peaceful, gentle and kind. He thought us all love through his ways and His cleaningness can't be left out . clean in and out. Miss u dad! _Your last B- DAMILOLA_
