Ogunlesi Brothers Set to Give Mother Befitting Burial
If the popular Ogunlesi brothers could define their mother, Madam Rufina Durogbola Ogunlesi, who passed away on July 10, 2024, they would claim that the wall of her heart was lined with gold and silver; they would say that she lived by a moral code that dwarfed old England’s claim to chivalry and honour. Then they might say that even in her absence, that old diffident virtuosity she left behind, resonates poignantly like the timeless lyric of a heavenly chant. There are too many ways to describe Mama Ogunlesi, and even the best-couched adjectives couldn’t do justice to the task.
However, the family is pulling all the stops to bid their matriarch goodbye in grand style. According to the arrangements published by the Ogunlesi family, a service of songs, tributes, and a reception will be held in the late matriarch’s honour on August 5, 2024, at 5 pm. This event will take place at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos. It will be an evening dedicated to celebrating her remarkable life and the lasting impact she has had on loved ones.
The funeral mass is scheduled for August 7, 2024, at 10 am. It will be held at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Maryland, Ikeja, Lagos. This solemn ceremony will provide an opportunity for family, friends, and well-wishers to pay their final respects and honour the memory of the mother they all called blessed.
The Ogunlesi family, who are known for their significant contributions to various industries, will be together during this period of mourning. Lanre, along with his brothers, will undoubtedly draw strength from each other as they commemorate their mother’s life and legacy. The family has always supported itself in both happy and sad times.
In honouring Mama Rufina, the Ogunlesi family not only celebrates her life but also reaffirms the values she instilled in them. Her legacy continues through her children’s achievements and their enduring bond. As they prepare for her final farewell, it is clear that their family ties serve as a secret to their successes.
