Ozor Luke Odonwodo, the father of the late actor Junior Pope, has passed away, approximately one year after his son’s death.
In a recent Instagram post, Jennifer Awele, Pope’s wife, revealed that Odonwodo died last month at an age in his 80s.
She described Odonwodo as a “caring and devoted father figure” who lived a “good life,” always prioritizing his loved ones and eventually enjoying the rewards of his hard work.
She also expressed prayers for the family’s strength to carry on, as she bid farewell to both father and son.
“Barely one month ago, I was with you in Enugu. Some days later, Reme (my mother-in-law) called, asked how I and her boys were doing, and then said that her husband had gone to meet my husband,” she wrote.
“I screamed, but had to quickly pull myself together as she started crying after I screamed.
“Ozor Luke Odonwodo is one man that genuinely loved me, and I’m so thankful I got to spend time with him even though short unknowingly in his last days.
“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.
“Reme, Nwanyiomam, this is actually a lot within one year, but I pray God gives you and us all the strength we need to keep pushing no matter how hard it seems.
“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.” This extended quote conveys deep personal grief and reflections on the lives of both father and son.
Pope himself died on April 10, 2024, in a boat accident on the River Niger in Asaba, Delta state. The tragic incident occurred as he was en route to a movie location.
The accident also resulted in the loss of life for four other crew members.
