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Dr. Festus Ugboaja Ohaegbulam
1936 - 2022
Dr. Festus Ugboaja Ohaegbulam
1936 - 2022
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Dr. Festus Ohaegbulam Obituary
Professor Festus Ugboaja Ohaegbulam passed away peacefully at home on Friday August 5, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Emma; children, Adanna and Emeka; three grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
A viewing will be held at Riverhills Church of God, 6310 E. Sligh Avenue, Tampa, Florida on Saturday August 13, 2022 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. service will immediately follow at 3:00 p.m. A reception with refreshments will follow at the church after the service. Our family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support during this difficult time.
Rev. Dr. A.B. Assensoh
August 31, 2022
Brother Festus, as I called him, and I go way back when we participated in an N.E.H. Seminar on Slavery at University of Virginia, Charlottesville. Sharing a two-bedroom apartment with him that summer was a sheer joy, as he had a lot to say to provoke laughter. May Brother Festus Rest In Peace (R.I.P.).
Njoku Emeziem
August 27, 2022
prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember an ardent Christian and community leader like Dee ugbuaja.my most heartfelt condolences to the family of Ohaegbulam and Assemblies of God church Nriukwu Amuzu Aboh Mbaise Imo State Nigeria.
Chukuma Okadigwe, MD
August 23, 2022
Was a Dear Friend And fellow sojourner in a far away foreign land where he made brilliant contributions to society.
Will be sadly missed; always remembered, and in many hearts he will always be. Rest In Peace Good Man till wee meet again.
Willie Reese
August 13, 2022
Deepest Condolences to The Ohaegbulam Family. May The Lord comfort you as your mourn the lost of Dr. Festus. To be absent from the body and present with the Lord.
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Christina Bolden
August 13, 2022
My uncle, Dr. Festus Ohaegbulam, lived a spiritually abundant life. May we all learn from the life he lived and walk upon this path.
Allen and Mattie Bolden
August 13, 2022
For the son of man shall come in the Glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.
Nicole Andrews
August 13, 2022
We are holding you up in prayer, that the church and community will wrap their arms around you during this time. We praise God for a life well lived and look forward to seeing Uncle Festus in the church triumphant!
REV DR. Jesse Bolden
August 13, 2022
Dr. Oghaegbulam was always in GOD"S TIME. He was always in OGEECHEE!
REV. DR. JESSE Bolden
August 13, 2022
Festus Ugboaja Ohaegbulam, good evenig, I will see you in the morning! Jesus walked with you to Africa
and up to heaven!
Gloria Pendleton
August 13, 2022
My sincerest condolences. Praying for your entire family
Sarah B Johnson
August 13, 2022
I was fortunate enough to have taken a class taught by Dr. Festus Ohaegbulam at the University of South Florida. He was ambitious, effective, and encouraged individuals to strive toward higher goals. I returned to my place of employment and presented an extensive workshop on what I learned (My coworkers loved it).
(Ephesians 2:10) " We are His workmanship created in Christ Jesus for good works,
which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them."
REV. DR. JESSE BOLDEN
August 12, 2022
MY FRIEND, MY BROTHER IN LAW, MY BROTHER IN THE FAITH OF MY LORD AND MY GOD, AND SAVIOR, JESUS. HALLELUJAH! DR. OHAEGBULAM WAS A MASTER OF AFRICAN CUSINE, DESIGNER OF AFRICAN CLOTHING, EXTRAORDINARY WRITER OF HISTORY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE. NOW OHAEGBULAM HAS ACCOMPLISHED THE GREATEST FEAT OF ALL! HE HAS WALKED WITH JESUS UP TO HEAVEN!
Richard Dembo
August 12, 2022
Festus was a wonderful person, a bright light that made this world a better place.
Heather Agazzi
August 12, 2022
Professor Ohaegbulam took time to mentor me during undergraduate studies. I became interested in African studies and did my honor's thesis under his mentorship. He was truly a great teacher and mentor, making time for his students. He was an excellent writer and held students to very high standards.
Drs. Rosalind and Leonard Jeffries Jr.
August 12, 2022
Rosalind and I send our deepest sympathies to everyone in the Ohaegbulam extended family. Festus' contribution as Treasurer and Board member was immeasurable to our mutual work in building the African Heritage Studies Association as an institution for people of African descent.
May the Creator and our esteemed Ancestors, such as Dr. John Henrik Clarke and Dr. Charshee McIntyre, welcome him into the African heaven. And may his Spirit rest in peace and rise in power!
Our Brother will be missed...
Much love and respect,
Dr. Leonard Jeffries Jr.
Drs. Leonard and Rosalind Jeffries
August 12, 2022
Rosalind and I send our deepest sympathies to you at this time. We will forever appreciate the work and contributions of our Brother Festus to keep the African Heritage Studies Association on solid grounding.
May the African Ancestors, like our Beloved Dr. John Henrik Clarke and Dr. Charshee McIntyre, be there to welcome his Spirit in the hereafter. We will miss our Brother and friend.
Much love and respect...
Dr. Leonard Jeffries Jr.
Dorothy Carlton
August 11, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Stephen Turner
August 11, 2022
I new him as a colleague and as someone who facilitated the publication of his excellent book with University Presses of Florida. The director of the press said "This man can write!"-- a high compliment. He was a serious man and genuine scholar, who will be missed.
Irma Roberts-McNeal
August 11, 2022
Sending our sympathy to the Ohaegbulam family in the loss of their beloved family members. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
J. Vern Cromartie
August 11, 2022
God bless Dr. Festus Ugboaja Ohaegbulam and may his soul rest in peace. He will be missed by members of the African Heritage Studies Association (AHSA). Dr. Ohagebulam provided many years of important service as a leader in this organization.
Elvis and Delores Bryant
August 11, 2022
What a GOD Loving man and Family!!!!!!
Shelby Faye Lewis
August 11, 2022
Festus was a committed scholar and friend. He was the longest serving Treasurer of AHSA and a valuable Board Member. I will remember him for his willingness to speak-out and reach-out to colleagues and students.
Michelle Evans
August 11, 2022
My deepest condolences goes out for you and your family. GOD has all of you in his hands. Stay strong and be of good courage.
Lauren Jordan
August 10, 2022
It is with condolences of honor that I bestow upon Dr. Festus Ugboaja Ohaegbulam and family at this time. I had the privilege of studying under Dr. Ohaegbulam while a former student at USF. May the family find peace and comfort at this time. A professor can profess his work, but an educator guided by God's hands can enlighten a student for a lifetime.
Jamine Henry
August 10, 2022
Adanna, and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Tim Binder
August 10, 2022
I graduated from USF in 1993. Professor O changed my life! Wonderful man!
Nickie Brock
August 9, 2022
While I didn´t have the pleasure of knowing Professor Festus Ugboaja, I work closely with his daughter, who is a treatment to how he raised his children; strong, passionate and resilient. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time and my hope is that the beautiful memories they share will help carry them through their lifetime.
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