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Nnamdi Okongwu Obituary
A standout basketball player at Chino Hills High, Okongwu was being recruited by several major colleges after helping the Huskies to the best season in school history last year. He had earned first-team All-Sierra League and honorable mention All-Inland Valley honors.
See story in the Daily Bulletin.
Memories and Condolences
for Nnamdi Okongwu
19 Entries
Angel
December 6, 2020
Your brother is in the NBA congrats to him and to you g, Rest In Peace big dog 21
Neil Sanders
November 18, 2020
You bro just got drafted to the NBA - hope you're watching with pride :)
April 3, 2018
rest in peace
Diana Jones
July 16, 2015
It's hard to believe it's been a year. I'm missing all the promise of your athletic ability but also thanking God that I will see you again. RIP.
May 25, 2015
May 25, 2015
Maddy
October 11, 2014
Hard to believe that you are no more with us, but you are in the best place to be. Heaven
Kate
October 8, 2014
We miss you so much
Missing you so much
September 24, 2014
Emeka
September 16, 2014
We miss you so much, it is still unbelievable.
Mo Addo
August 12, 2014
From god we come and to god we return. Rip
M,,,,
August 6, 2014
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Angel Nwochie
August 5, 2014
It is so hard to go a day without looking at your face, Nnamdi. I see you every where I turn to. You will forever live in our hearts. I pray that God will grant us the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. WE LOVE YOU DEARLY AND WILL REMEMBER YOU FOREVER. REST IN PEACE MY LOVE.!!
THE NWOCHIES
Dana Bonilla
August 2, 2014
Okangwu family is in my prayers. May you find comfort in God during these difficult times.
Rhonda Gilman
July 31, 2014
With prayers and support to the family, We are so sorry for your loss. Nnamdi was a special boy with a kind heart and beautiful smile. We were out of town, but said a prayer for everyone that night.
With love and hope, Nathan Gilman (CHHS student) and Mrs. Gilman (substitute teacher and parent)
Chidinma Chikezie
July 30, 2014
Nnamdi. Rest in Peace. I was always amazed at how tall you had grown. You were always so quiet and respectful at church. I will definitely miss you. Gone way too soon!!!! My thoughts and prayers to your family and friends and community at large. Boy! We will miss you so much!!!
Bob Whitmore
July 29, 2014
My deepest sympathies to your family and loved ones. Onyeka was in my 3rd period History class and I can see he has all of his brother's wonderful qualities. Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ will watch over you all at this terribly sad time. God Bless you all.
July 29, 2014
An amazing beautiful young man! Nnnamdi will forever live in our hearts.
Carla
Reed Marquis
July 29, 2014
You will be missed thanks for all the memories...
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