Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has described the late Pa Reuben Fasoranti as an epitome of humility, kindness and wisdom, saying the elder statesman continued to positively influence government decisions even at an advanced age.
Governor Aiyedatiwa spoke during a condolence visit to the deceased’s residence on Tuesday.
The Governor who expressed shocked by the news of Fasoranti’s death, despite his old age described the late elder statesman as a great educator whose impact extended across generations.
He noted that many people whose lives he shaped had become prominent men and women across the globe.
The governor described the deceased as a man of humility, kindness and calmness, with the knowledge and inner strength to generate and execute ideas.
He added that Fasoranti’s death was peaceful, without the prolonged suffering associated with illness and repeated hospital visits.
In his remarks, the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, said the family was grateful for the governor’s visit and would celebrate their father’s life rather than mourn his death.
He said the late elder statesman often told the family that he had a covenant with God to depart whenever he reached 100, and repeatedly instructed them not to cry when he dies.
Dr Taiwo described his father as a devoted parent who remained involved in his children’s lives from elementary school through university.
The SSG said the family would miss his presence and wise counsel, describing him as a man of few words who communicated his message quietly but effectively.
He appealed for prayers for the family as it adjusts to the loss, acknowledging the challenge of filling the vacuum left by their father.
