School photo of Uncle Toks taken at the University of Waterloo, Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

Photo caption from published photo: "GROUP FOUNDER - Olatokunboh (Toks) Oshinowo, formerly of Nigeria, is one of the founders of the International Student Association at the University of Waterloo." President of University of Waterloo Engineering Society .

Family attending Niece Dr . Tejumade St. Matthew Daniel wedding reception.

Uncle T , you were truly full of life. I will always remember you as someone grounded, down-to-earth, and exceptionally intelligent. You were one of the coolest and most distinguished doctors and professors in Canada, and effortlessly the life of every gathering. You had a remarkable way of bringing joy and energy wherever you went—always knowing how to have a good time.
You will be deeply missed.

I came across this photo of you alongside my dad, your cousin, Honorable Bandele Ayilara Solola (upper right), your cousins Alhaji Oyenekan Farouk Solola (lower left) and Dr. Abiodun Salaudeen Solola (lower right), and Grandpa Solola, your uncle (center). To me, this captures what I’d call true Yoruba elegance at its finest—the real Abeokuta Egba men.
Love you always, your niece Eniola ❤️

I met brother at Ogun State University in 1987. He was assisting to build Ogun State University. We were both lodged at the Guest Gouse in Ago Iwoye.   I was on sabbatical from Unilag. I was Visiting Senior Lecturer and Head, Department of Political Science. Little did I know that he was my childhood friend's brother --- Kolade Oshinowo. But as soon as I introduced myself, he related to me instantly. He was a true academic, dedicated and passionate about teaching and research.   I stumbled on this obituary just now and thought it proper to pay tribute to a great pioneer. May his soul rest in peace.

This is a blow to the academia and the entire body of knowledge - A professional to the core. Dr Toks as was fondly called by friends and admirers . He taught me "Transport Phenomena " in my 3rd year in the department of Chemical Engineering of the University of Ife. Bubbling , lively , restless , helpful, clean , fashionable, young at heart, energetic, e.t.c -  Words fail me to describe exactly how I feel right now. A man so loved by the young and the elderly. For space constraints, I remember several accounts , but his first day in our class discussing "diffusion" describing it puffing  a "cigar" and later on "dimensional analysis"  stands out, he was so impressionable that I still remember  how he delivered those lectures  even 35 years after. I wouldn't say I was very close to him, as we lost touch for a while , only for our paths to cross again on the immigration queue in Heathrow airport, London about 10 years after my graduation. He was warm and energetic as usual even though older.
More emotional to me is that he passed on the day my late father would have been 82 years old. 
Dr Toks' love for his students and Alma Mater - "Government College Ibadan" is legendary.
Fare the well sir!! and may you find rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ. RIP. 
Best wishes 
Tunde Akinpelu (ex-student)- Chemical Engineering Dept. University of Ife, Ile- Ife Nigeria

I just learned about Prof's passage tonight (25-02-2016), painfully through Moboluwarin one of the children. Its painful I never really got the opportunity to fellowship with you in Toronto. I thank God for your life and what He enabled you to achieve while in the flesh. As believers we know that to be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord. We will surely meet again on that beautiful resurrection morning at the feet of the Lord Jesus Christ. Good night Prof.   From: Dr Adeyinka Akinbami

Uncle Toks, I remember the first time I knew about Thanksgiving, or ate Thanksgiving turkey, it was at your house in Alausa, Ikeja and you made it! It was so weird to me to see a man go into the kitchen and cook, much less come out with a magnificently roasted whole turkey! Uncle Toks you were just different. A nice and kind man. Always cool and calm, but with so much knowledge and wisdom hiding behind your glasses. I am so joyful that your spirit has found its final resting place with God, in a place where there is no sorrow, no pain, no sadness, only Joy! You are well loved and will be dearly remembered always.

My uncle Toks was a great man. He exemplified character and learning. He will be deeply missed till we meet again heaven. What a great time it'll be indeed. Sleep well sir.

Uncle Toks, you were a great mentor and kind advisor through the years we played squash rackets together at the University of Ife from 1980 up until 1982. Though you were an older and senior lecturer and I a lowly student you took me as a young friend. Your advice and mentorship helped a great deal during my troubles of 1982. God rest your soul sir. Thank you for being my friend when friends were in short supply

Good bye to uncle Toks. May God numb the pain of all members of his family. Amen  Tunji Oke

"A heart which is satisfied with space and time does not really recognize  its infinity.  To recognize it, one must be on the quest for eternity."
Goodbye friend- Toks.

IT is not the goodbye that hurts, but the flashbacks that follows.

We love you .  God lovers you more.

 - Rose and Francis-.

Rosaria, 
I want to thank God for the life of uncle Toks, I bless the Lord for your wonderful & exceptional life with my dear uncle, I will always remember uncle Toks warm welcoming smile, ore, the Lord will be keep you, hold you & the children in His blossom, He will rock you to sleep, Uncle Toks, dun re o, sleep on in the Lord. We miss you

Dear Uncle Toks, 
I bless the Lord for your life, I will always remember your warm welcoming smile, I know you are resting in the Lord's blossom, your good works will continue to shine in your children's lives, thank you for taking good care of my friend. We all shall miss you. Sleep on in the Lord, good night beloved

My dear Prof Oshinowo, you are an embodiment of humility, kindness and wisdom! You took me as part of your family in-spite of our meeting for the very first time. You came, you saw, and indeed conquered. May God grant the family you left behind the fortitude to carry on the good works in Jesus name. Good night Sir!
                                                                   Samson Agbato (Lagos, Nigeria)


Uncle Toks,

The experience of drinking from the fountain of the genuine human goodness you exemplified in good measure drowns the thunder of your exit. Ever loving, always giving, no pretensions, so true! Na Uncle Toks be dat! You loved profoundly and expressed it unreservedly to all. Oh how you loved our Sister - Bonne, abeg testify! 
I remember still how you encouraged, inspired, mentored as I went through university in Jos. How can I forget that brown envelope you handed to me in 1989.... You were blessed and chose to bless all who crossed your path. 

Uncle Toks no die, na address him change! 
Baba Oshy good j'are, t'egan ni he!
Afam, Tehillah, Iyabo, Ruth David, Daniel, Joseph, Joel, Deborah Emeleogu all applaud your life so full meaning and significance.
We pray that grace and strength be multiplied to the Oshinowos, the Ndeps, the Nwamus and all touched by the transition of this remarkable specie of mankind.  

Baba Oshy, we'll meet sometime at the break of eternity's dawn.

My Darling Uncle!

The first time I met you you were larger than life! You called me a princess and I felt so special when you took my mom and I out for fun in Lagos and gave me 1000 Naira (just for me!) at the end of the night. I can still remember the aroma of your cigar. You continued to encourage me throughout my lengthy educational journey: "More grease to your elbows!" And oh how I loved to give you updates☺, even when all you could do was give me a big smile.

The Lord has given you peace and we send you  back to Him today. Thank you for always encouraging me to do better and be better. I hope to always make you proud.

I will love you always.

Your Niece,

Adeoti

Uncle Toks 
Our kids still remembers you for the few hours you spent with us - thank you. May God Almighty keep the ones you left behind in Jesus Mighty Name

One for you and one for me. Those are the first words that come to mind when I think of my dearest Uncle Toks. His smile was almost as wide as his heart and his warmth penetrated each of us. 

When my mother would say ,it's time to go to Canada, my heart would fill with hopes and aspirations for the fun adventures he would take us on. He never disappointed. 

He was the first father I ever saw at the stove and never ceased to amaze me with his cooking skills. From the beef paddies to the mac and cheese; eating together at the dining table always gave me joy. 

This is just a tiny fraction of the things he did that made him such a remarkable person. His life is not just a celebration of life. His life is a celebration of someone who understood the meaning of love and never hesitated to show it.

Uncle Toks, my big brother. Yours was an exemplary life, you impacted on both young and old. 
Our lives are richer because you were part of it and we are  grateful to God for having known you.
We will always treasure the wonderful times shared with you and our children at the Oshinowo Hilton. Your love, your kindness, always encouraging never too busy and always willing to assist. 
Uncle Toks you lived a good life and fought a good fight and now you are with the Lord.
Rest In Perfect Peace dearest Uncle Toks.

My dearest Uncle Toks, words cannot express how much you meant to me in life and the memories of you that I will always carry with me.

I remember you as patient, kind and helpfulwith a sense of humour that was always on point. 

You were more than a brother-in-law, you were a brother, mentor, friend and trusted confidant. 
You changed my life and made me a better mefor that I am eternally grateful.

I will miss you dearly but will hold comfort in the fact that you are surely resting in the Bosom of the Lord. 

And now his watch is ended

Uncle Toks, Rest in Peace.


Job 19:25-25. For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last he will stand upon the earth. And after my skin has been thus destroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God

Ah Hey Prof! An epitome of a man. To some he was Prof,to others Uncle Toks and to my kids Uncle Toast. My brother in-law, brother and friend you will be sadly missed. I will always treasure the good times we shared and had. Adieu Prof. Despite all,you still left your footprints in the sands of time. Adieu !

Hello Dear My Only Pappo..,
   Word cannot expressed how happy I am being your caregiver, and its my pleasure and privilege to say that I'm so lucky being part of the family. Pappo you are my father, my friend, and my very best friend. Without you I'm nothing of what I have right now.

Pappo your so good to me.,you struggle to stay with me until I could fulfill my dream. This made me determined to pursue my goal in life. I'm so proud of you Pappo., I can tell how lucky you are, many people around you who loves you.,but the Almighty God loves you more. So Pappo rest in peace I know and you know that everything would be okay..always and forever you're part of my life, even though we cannot see you again but you're always in our heart, our thoughts and prayer...we missed you always...

Toks;  We are glad to have been a part of your life. We will remember your kind, gentle manner and "BIG HUGS". We witnessed how much our grandchildren loved you. Your memory will live on in their hearts. 
Fay and Val Felesky

Uncle Toks was a great man and one of the kindest. Although over the years contact has been limited I always remember from when I was much younger, how cool Uncle Toks looked with the glasses and the pipe back in Alausa, and how he always had a smile on. 

The last few times he was back in Nigeria I was his designated telecommunications expert specialising in the purchasing of recharge cards and although it may not sound like it,what a wonderful job it was and o how much love and appreciation he showed. From those experiences he coined me his right hand man. 

The fondest memory I have though is challenging Uncle Toks to a game of pool thinking I could get the best of him, as it turns out he was excellent at it and schooled me with precision. If anyone knows Uncle Toks,they know schooling with precision is right up his alley.

Words cannot express how much you will be missed Uncle Toks.

From as far back as I can remember uncle Toks has been the same. So gentle, so kind, so easy going and always fun to be around. He brought wisdom to every situation and made mountains seem surmountable. He was an example of a great father, husband and uncle. Its almost unbelievable that he is no longer with us but he will forever remain in my heart and the hearts of those who loved him.

My great amiable lecturer at the University of Ife, Nigeria. You were a great combination of poise, brilliance and humility.  A great gentleman to the core. May your humble soul rest in perfect peace and May the Lord comfort all the family members. Amen! Adieu, Toks!

Uncle Toks was someone who expressed a brand of love and kindness that I have come to realise is all too rare in this world.
On our holidays to Canada he would be at the airport promptly and with open arms, to help us start what he would make sure was an amazing few weeks. Uncle Toks was selfless.
As a child I remember borrowing Uncle Toks's bicycle to cycle with Mobo to EB games, I was very excited to be previewing new games, so excited that the JJC in me decided that it was safe to leave the bicycle unlocked outside the store. Long story short I returned home without the bicycle, expecting a furious Uncle Toks. I was suprised when what he did was sit me down and talk to me about being more conscious and careful, he even made his trademark hamburgers on the grill outside; which I am sure was to cheer us up.
Uncle Toks was amazing, someone who truly cared and tried to make a difference. 
I am deeply saddened by his passing and I pray that God wraps his arms around his family and loved ones but I am also celebrating the life of someone, who based on the impact he had on me; I know was truly loved and respected.
Rest in Perfect peace Uncle Toks.

Thou we miss the sweet presence of  our beloved uncle Toks, we cannot sorrow as those who have no hope. 
"Death where is your sting?"
"But thanks to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ" Rest in peace uncle Toks until the day when we shall all meet again never to be parted.
The Lord strengthen and comfort family and friends.

Our heartfelt sympathy. There are no tears in heaven, or grief of any kind. The final teardrop is left to us he left behind. Though he's absent from the body, he is present with the Lord. The joy of salvation is now his full reward. We rejoice in the loving memories and laughter he shared while he was with us.
Eternal rest grant him,  Lord.

It was the shocking  news  that brought  tears to  my  eyes and  very  heart  broken.  On that dreadful  day, God decides  it  was  your  time , your  time to go home,  so he took  your  life  away. 
My uncle  Toks  words are not  enough  to describe  your worth  the legacy  you  left with  us an intelligent , successful,  hard working,  humble,  honest, wise  and courageous  man who cares deeply  for  his family  and friends. 
We love  you  but God  loves  you  most  though you  have  passed  on your  memories  will  ever remain  with  us. May you  continue  to rest in the bossom  of  God  till we see again.
Edith Odogwu

My Dear Friend, Toks...You've left behind so many fond memories of your life - fun, love and laughter.  Sleep on peacefully in God's loving arms,  knowing that your family you've left behind will always be surrounded with  love and peace from those who've known you over the past years.


Fond memories of enjoyable squash games with you remain with me. We had very good times.

Rein

Sweet daddy you were! You fought a good fight, you will always be remembered for the love,  care and impact you make to us all. We love you! but thy Lord loves you most.

"A legend in Chemical Engineering in the area  of mass transfer/transport phenomena is gone! May his soul rest in peace"

Our GCI1953 Class Set has lost yet another Classmate. Fare thee well, 'Harry Toks'. We know you have gone to rest and are now free! We pray you find solace in & with the Lord and are assured by our faith you are resting peacefully in gladness & joy with Him. Thank you ever so much for the pleasant memories we shared and have. Our condolences to the entire family. The Lord will uphold and strengthen all of you throughout this trying period and after, Amen. Jide Bademosi for The Class ('Enyin Boyz').

Lanre and Layi:
I am so sorry to hear of the recent passing of your dad, our dear Toks. He was truly a good friend to all who knew him, a man of integrity, humor and commitment. I know that I really appreciated the way that he went out of his way to ensure that good students would be considered for placement in the Faculty of Engineering at the then University of Ife despite quotas. I could always count on him to give deserving students a break. Kemi, Kola and Kunle send their condolence too. God bless to you and your families, Paula Owolabi

Lanre and Layi,
Our condolences on the passing of your dad. We pray that the God of all comfort will comfort you all as you grieve his loss. 
Gboyega & Funke Esan

Uncle Toks! How I wish we could have said goodnight properly. I thank God for the life lived, memories created, fun and laughter shared.

Uncle Toks! I wish we could have said goodnight properly. I Thank God for the life spent and the memories created. I remember the fun and the laughter you shared with us as kids. Thank you for the memories. Goodnight.

We lost a good teacher, a thoughtful, generous mentor and a loyal friend who was full of life and love for his family, friends and students.
MAy the Lord give you eternal peace

Levente

Prof may your gentle soul rest in peace, you have written your chapter of life well. May the Lord continue to look after the family you have left behind 
Dapo and Denola Bodunde

Uncle Toks my fondest memory of you was at Ife taking us on all those wonderful hiking trips. I loved running from OAU staff school to your house knowing some wonderful treats awaits us. Road 16 to Road 7 was never too far for us as long as it's Uncle Toks house.  Rest in his perfect peace my dearest Uncle.

Good night my lecturer Dr. Toks Oshinowo May your soul be reconciled back to your Creator in Jesus name

Harry Wo!!! Eni rere ti lo. O di arinna ko, o di oju ala. Iku ba ola je. Still, we hold on to great memories of a GREAT guy, particularly of GCI. Jane, Rosaria, and all the children, may the Almighty give you strength. Uncle 
Ojo-Ade

Uncle TOKS, as you were fondly called, you were an inspiration to so many. You lived a life worthy of emulation, as a Chemical Engineering Professor, you encouraged the next generation of Chemical engineers, as an Oldboy of GCI, you  not only encouraged, inspired and mentored a special creme of gentlemen. We miss you but God loves you more. Rest on beloved in the bosom of your Creator, till we meet to part no more, Good night Uncle Toks

.......................Kenny Oguntimein

To our Lord and saviour have you now returned. You fought a good fight and finished your race, good and faithful man. Enter into the bosom of our lord.

Thanks for loving us through your kindness. Missing you a bunch Say bros.

To God be the glory forever and ever for life well spent. Harry Toks sleep well in the bossom of the Lord almighty. Till we meet again

Good night my brother and mentor. Harry Toks you were the greatest of all. Your ideals will remain forever in my heart. Till we meet again

I grew up knowing you as Uncle Toks. Always full of life.Always happy. You live on in our hearts

"Now the labourer's task is o'er, Now the battle day is past; Now upon the farther shore, Lands the voyager at last. FATHER, in thy gracious keeping, La fi sabe ipamo Re."

Rest in peace dear Uncle, and my deepest condolences to the family. Memories of time spent in Ife, Lagos and in Toronto floods my mind. 
We thank God for His mercies, and pray continued guidance, protection and comfort for the family. It is well, It is well.

Bros Toks, I have so many good memories of you, they all point me to your love and kindness for my husband and your brother O'Sheg Oshinowo. From the time I met him in 1977, you were there to support and help him through his journey of building his career. You continued loving on him after Our marriage and you were the face my late father saw in Ondo to represent  your brother and the Oshinowo family during the traditional Nigerian engagement. Thank you for all that you did for us. We are forever indebted to you. Miss you!

OBITUARY

Toks Oshinowo

4 February, 1939 – 16 November, 2015

Jerrett Funeral Homes - Scarborough Chapel

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