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Lamin Easmon Ngobeh was born in Sierre Leone, West Africa on September 1, 1947, and passed away on September 8, 2016, at home. He came to the United States in 1970 to attend Bluffton College where he earned a BA degree in Business Administration. Lamin was employed with the Honeywell Company in Fostoria, Ohio until his retirement. He enjoyed traveling, especially cruising, and watching Ohio State football.
Lamin was preceded in death by his parents and brother. In addition to Valerie King, his companion of 15 years, he leaves to mourn son, Fabaa Ngobeh, three sisters, a brother, Valerie's children and grandchildren and a host of relatives across the globe.
Visitation will be held from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2016, at Dale-Riggs Funeral Home, 572 Nebraska Avenue, Toledo, OH with funeral services at 4 p.m. Interment will be private.
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As published in The Blade
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Memories and Condolences
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Emmanuel Mbobi
July 10, 2025
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Lamin´s family on his passing. I first met Lamin in 1989 while pursuing my master´s degree at the University of Toledo. He played a significant role in supporting many African students in Toledo, including me. After my wife and I were married, we had the privilege of having his son, Faaba, stay with us for a while.
It was a shock to learn of Lamin´s passing only recently, almost nine years after it happened. We wish his family comfort and strength as they continue to heal from this loss. May God grant them peace, and may Lamin´s gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Dr. & Mrs. Emmanuel K. Mbobi
Mariah Carrington
July 7, 2025
Rest in Peace Uncle Lamin.
CAROLYN ROBINSON
September 9, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Daughter of Lamin Easmon Ngobeh (1974)
KELLI GARNER
March 2, 2018
Feeling incomplete... I will always love you Father.
Your only, firstborn Daughter,
Kelli N. Garner
Jessica Smith
February 25, 2017
Val, I have just now learned of Lamin's passing. I'm sorry. Praying and wondering about his son, Faba.
Jessica Smith
February 25, 2017
What a beautiful soul and a great friend to my family.
Carolyn Robinson
September 18, 2016
Hi Valerie,I find this hard to believe that I am writing a condolence letter to you. I met Lamin some 40 years ago when he was just out of college and was a close friend of Boubacar. He was such a gentleman. I owe my health to him because he was so persuasive in making me sign up for a kidney transplant. I grieve along with you, because I know how he cherished the moments and the travel experience he had with you. But only God knows why he chose to call him at this time. Continue to pray and eventually peace will come, especially the day you meet him again in a place that is more peaceful and content then the one he left behind. Thank the Lord and believe in his promise that comfort follows mourning through our tear because the Great Physician who never makes a mistake will be your healer in this quiet hour.
Boubacar sends his condolences also, and says he is sorry he could not be there.
September 17, 2016
Rest in peace, Dear Friend! We met as college students and the good Lord called you home too soon. We will miss you, Lamin! May all who love you be comforted in the knowledge that you now are with Our Father in Heaven, but you will be forever remembered in our hearts! Peace be unto you, your loved ones and friends.
Sincerely, Edward and Denise Onyia & Family
Victoria Woodard
September 16, 2016
Valerie, you and your family and Lamin's family have my deepest sympathy. Lamin was such a nice person who loved life. I know you will miss him. I pray that God grants you his peace and you are comforted through this trial.
Kathy Bridges
September 16, 2016
Dear Val,
I was shocked and very sorry to hear about Lamin's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terry Metzler
September 16, 2016
Val - I know what a huge place Lamin held in your heart/life. If you need anything please call. Bill and I send our deepest sympathy.
Jone Catchings
September 16, 2016
you brought so much love into the lives that you touched. It was seen in al that you two did. You taught us that love is enough and even though gone to soon...We miss you, we love you
September 16, 2016
Deepest condolences Val & family for your loss.
Yolanda Edwards
Lori Donahue
September 15, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Val. Lamin was always such a nice man to be around.
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