Ozor Luke Odonwodo, father of late Nollywood actor, Junior Pope, has passed away, just a year after his son tragically died in a boating accident.
The heartbreaking news was shared by Junior Pope’s widow, Jennifer Awele, via her Instagram page.
She revealed that her father-in-law died in his 80s.
Also, she describes him as a kind-hearted and dedicated family man who lived a fulfilled life and was deeply loved by those around him.
Jennifer recounted her final moments with him, saying:
“Barely one month ago, I was with you in Enugu. Some days later, Reme (my mother-in-law) called, asked how me and her boys were doing, and then said that her husband had gone to meet my husband.”
Jennifer fondly remembered Ozor Luke as someone who “genuinely loved” her.
“He passed as an octogenarian who lived a good life, paid his dues, sacrificed a lot for his family and loved ones, and happily reaped the fruits of his labour,” she wrote.
In her moving tribute, she also acknowledged the burden of grief the family has endured over the past year.
Also, Jennifer concluded with a touching farewell to both her husband and father-in-law.
“Adieu father and son. You are sorely missed, but we hold onto the resurrection promises in John 5:28-29 and Acts 24:15.
Ozor Luke Odonwodo, Jnr Pope Odonwodo — may your gentle souls rest in perfect peace till we meet to part no more.”
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Junior Pope, whose real name was John Paul Odonwodo, tragically lost his life on April 10, 2024
He lost his life in a boat accident on the River Niger in Asaba, Delta State, while en route to a film location.
